Name: The Man Who Sold the World
Brand: Rhoda Dakar

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SBESTS295

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Colour

Orange

Colour details

Marbled Orange

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-02-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

The Orchard

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

Total Cap

1 / 7" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / orange

Artist

Rhoda Dakar

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

Sunday Best

Rhoda Dakar is an English singer, born in 1959. With a career spanning over four decades, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the music industry. Known for her soulful voice and captivating performances, Rhoda has captivated audiences worldwide with her unique blend of reggae, ska, and pop music.
Starting her musical journey as the lead vocalist for The Bodysnatchers in the late 1970s, Rhoda quickly gained recognition for her powerful vocals and energetic stage presence. She later joined The Specials as a guest vocalist on their hit single "The Boiler," which further solidified her status as a talented artist.
Throughout her career, Rhoda has collaborated with numerous renowned musicians and bands, including Madness and The Beat. Her collaborations have resulted in several chart-topping hits and critically acclaimed albums.

Sunday Best is a music label that was founded in 2000 by Rob da Bank, Sarah Bolshi, and Ben Turner. With a passion for discovering and promoting talented artists, the label has become known for its diverse roster of musicians across various genres.
From electronic to indie, Sunday Best has released albums from both established and emerging artists, showcasing their unique sounds to a global audience. The label's commitment to quality music and artistic expression has earned them a reputation as an influential force in the industry.
With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering creativity, Sunday Best continues to push boundaries and challenge conventions. Their dedication to supporting artists throughout their careers ensures that they remain at the forefront of innovation in the ever-evolving music landscape.

The Man Who Sold The World has been covered multiple times by artists as diverse as Lulu and Nirvana, but never has it been given a committed reggae treatment. Rhoda’s version of the song was recorded at Perry Vale Studios in London and produced by guitarist Lenny Bignell, who has worked with almost every legacy Reggae artist. A low, rumbling bassline by Andi McLean accompanies a laidback groove by drummer Marley Drummond and a bluesy harmonica solo outro by Joff Watkins. LA’s Roger Rivas, hailed by many including The Specials’ Lynval Golding as the world’s best Reggae keyboard player rounds things off to perfectly soundtrack one of the best vocal performances of Rhoda’s career to date.

The Man Who Sold the World

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