Name: Essential Artist Collection - Desmond Dekker
Brand: Desmond Dekker

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4050538861587

Colour

Violet

Colour details

Transparent Violet

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Gatefold

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-06-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

WEA /­ ADA

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

Total Cap

Violet LPx2

4050538869309

Black

Extended format: No

Black CDx2

Artist

Desmond Dekker

Genre US

Reggae / Dub

Label US

Trojan Records

Desmond Dekker, born on July 16, 1941 in Kingston, Jamaica, was a Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter. He is often referred to as the first superstar of reggae. Making his recording debut in 1963 with the single "Honour Your Mother And Father," he gained international recognition with his hit song "007 (Shanty Town)" in 1967.
Desmond Dekker & The Aces were led by this talented artist who left an indelible mark on the reggae music scene. His contributions to the genre have made him a legendary figure in the industry.
Despite his untimely death on May 25, 2006 in Thornton Heath, Surrey, England, Desmond Dekker's music continues to resonate with fans worldwide. His unique sound and powerful lyrics remain influential and timeless.

This incredible run of hits included, ‘007’, ‘It Mek’, ‘Pickney Gal’, ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’, ‘Sing A Little Song’ and the first Jamaican-produced recording to top the British 7” singles listings, ‘Israelites’. All of these essential recordings feature on the ‘The ‘Essential Artist Collection’, which also includes the very best of his remaining work, with almost every track a major Jamaican bestseller.

Essential Artist Collection - Desmond Dekker

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