Name: Peace in the Ghetto
Brand: Tapper Zukie

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kslp052

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2014-06-09

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Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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5060135761646

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

kscd052

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5060135761653

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Tapper Zukie

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Kingston Sounds

Tapper Zukie, born in 1955 in Kingston, Jamaica, is a renowned artist who settled in the UK in 1973. He is the mastermind behind Tappa Records and Stars. With his unique style and talent, Tapper Zukie has carved a niche for himself in the music industry.
His music is often compared to other great artists such as *Yabby You*, *Keith Hudson*, *Prince Jammy*, and *Dr. Alimantado*. Collaborating with notable performers like *The Revolutionaries* and *Prince Far I*, Tapper Zukie has created timeless tracks that resonate with audiences worldwide.
With influences from various genres including reggae, dub, and dancehall, Tapper Zukie's sound is both captivating and distinctive. His contributions to the music scene have earned him respect among peers and fans alike. Discover the magic of Tapper Zukie's music today!

Tapper Zukie's 'Peace in the Ghetto' album would be the first release as part of his new deal with Virgin Records.This came about through a trip organised by the label to Jamaica in 1978 to sign up the cream of the crop of Reggae artists, for the new Virgin Front Line label. Personnel on this trip included John Lydon (Rotten) of the Sex Pistols, whose band had just split up. The 'Peace in the Ghetto' album deals with the political situation in  at the time, the peace initiative between the gangs and Political Parties. Paying tribute to some of the gang leaders Claudie Massop, Buckie Thompson and Tony Welsh who helped make this process happen. But whatever the subject matter Tapper Zukie chose to hang his songs on, you know he always does it in a fine style......Respect.LP - 10 Tracks.CD - 12 Tracks.

Peace in the Ghetto

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