Name: From the Roots
Brand: The Maytals

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get57003lp

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Limited edition

Release date

2017-10-06

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664425700312

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

Artist

The Maytals

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Reggae / Dub

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Get On Down

Get On Down is a record label based in Boston, Massachusetts that specializes in reissues. Established in 2010, the label has become known for its high-quality releases and attention to detail. With a focus on bringing classic albums back into circulation, Get On Down has earned a reputation as a trusted source for music lovers and collectors alike.

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In addition to their reissue projects, Get On Down also collaborates with artists and labels to create limited edition releases under their [B]all branded labels. These exclusive offerings give fans an opportunity to own rare and collectible vinyl records from some of their favorite artists.

The Maytals is a Jamaican Ska & Reggae vocal trio that was formed in 1961 by Toots Hibbert, Raleigh Gordon, and Jerry Matthias. Originally known as The Vikings, they made their first recordings in 1962 for Coxsone Dodd. Over the years, they changed their name to The Flames and then finally settled on The Maytals. Some sources suggest that the name change was inspired by Byron Lee following the death of producer Leslie Kong. Their music has been influential in shaping the ska and reggae genres.

With their unique blend of soulful vocals and infectious rhythms, The Maytals have captivated audiences worldwide. They have released numerous albums throughout their career, including classics like "Monkey Man" and "Pressure Drop." Their music is characterized by its uplifting lyrics and energetic performances.

Similar artists to The Maytals include The Ethiopians, The Melodians, Derrick Morgan, Dandy Livingstone, and many more. These artists share a similar passion for ska and reggae music and have contributed to the development of these genres.

When it comes to old-school roots reggae, few groups were as influential as The Maytals. Adding Frederick Toots Hibbert’s name to the front of their billing later in the 1970s, in the earliest days they were more egalitarian as they built their sound and legend. From The Roots, originally released on Trojan Records in 1970 (alongside another full-length that same year, Monkey Man), was a transitional record for the group. Leaving behind their early ska days – much like The Wailers and other peers – they had yet to settle into the slower tempos that blew in like ganja smoke by the mid-‘70s. As a result, music here generally gallops, and vocals fall in line. As heard on gems like Koo Koo, Got To Feel, and Pee Pee Cluck Cluck, the Maytals’ lyrics tend mostly towards love and the pursuit thereof. The group, throughout its career, was also deeply spiritual and much of this was expressed through song –a great case in point here is Thy Kingdom Come, essentially a church hymn set to reggae music. And the album concludes with an interesting cover of the Lennon / McCartney hippie chestnut, Give Peace A Chance, which is much faster than the original and quite groovy overall. The Maytals are generally overlooked in the pantheon of reggae giants, but this is unjust. Do your part in recognizing their legendary status by digging into this filling meal of classic Jamaican fare.

From the Roots

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