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Default:19

Supplier EU

Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Limited edition

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Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2017-04-21

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Catalogue number

405053825343

UPC / Barcode

4050538253436

2015-09-25

541493992358

5414939923586

Artist

Various

Label EU

Trojan

Genre EU

Reggae / Dub

The Beginning:
On July 28th, 1967, the label Trojan was launched by Island Records, one of the UK's leading independent record companies. Created as a sub-label to showcase the productions of Jamaican producer Arthur "Duke" Reid, Trojan quickly became synonymous with reggae music. The label took its name from Reid's powerful sound system and Jamaican label active at the same time. Despite being short-lived initially, Trojan highlighted some of the finest music from Jamaica during the Rocksteady era. After its demise, Trojan was resurrected and went on to dominate the Jamaican records market in the UK.
In the 60s and 70s, Trojan Records successfully spread Reggae throughout the UK and beyond by licensing Jamaican recordings and producing UK-based acts. The parent company was sold to Allied in the 1970s, who continued releasing records under Trojan Records. In 2001, Sanctuary Records Group Ltd acquired the full catalogue of Trojan Records. Subsequently, Universal Music Group purchased Sanctuary in 2007 and later sold it to BMG in 2013. Since then, BMG has distributed Trojan Records in Europe through PIAS. Reissues on Music On Vinyl since 2017 are handled by Townsend Music.
Trojan continues to be a legendary label that has played a significant role in promoting reggae music worldwide.

Newest Listed Items

The album Tighten Up Vol.2 is a compilation of reggae and ska music, released by Trojan Records. Featuring a diverse range of artists, this album showcases the vibrant and energetic sounds that emerged from Jamaica in the 1960s and 1970s.

With its infectious rhythms and catchy melodies, reggae and ska music have become synonymous with the Caribbean island. This album captures the essence of these genres, offering a collection of songs that will transport listeners to the sunny beaches and lively dancehalls of Jamaica.

Tighten Up Vol.2 features tracks from some of the most influential artists in reggae and ska history. From Bob Marley & The Wailers' iconic "Trenchtown Rock" to Desmond Dekker's timeless hit "Israelites," this album is filled with classic tunes that have stood the test of time.

In addition to these well-known hits, Tighten Up Vol.2 also includes lesser-known gems from artists such as The Maytals, The Pioneers, and The Ethiopians. These tracks offer a deeper dive into the rich tapestry of Jamaican music, showcasing the incredible talent and creativity that flourished during this era.

Whether you're a longtime fan of reggae and ska or new to these genres, Tighten Up Vol.2 is sure to delight your ears and get your feet moving. So put on your dancing shoes, turn up the volume, and let the infectious rhythms transport you to the sunny shores of Jamaica.

Tighten Up Vol.2

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