Various Artists
KINGSTON TOWN: 18 REGGAE HITS
(Heartbeat)

This originally ran in the St. Louis Post Dispatch in 1993

This fine collection of obscure reggae songs from producer Clancy Eccles is another in a long line of quality compilations issued from Heartbeat records.

This record company has already given us a number of excellent recordings showcasing the works of producers Coxsone Dodd, Duke Reid, Sonia Pottinger, Derrick Harriott, Alvin Ranglin and Niney the Observer. They've even had a previous release featuring Eccles entitled, "Clancy Eccles Presents His Reggae Revue."

"Kingston Town" gives us 18 tracks from the early 70's when the music was still changing from the faster pace of rock steady to the slower, hypnotic sounds of what became known as roots reggae. Some of the songs are mellow and choppy while others are more upbeat. Regardless of the tempo, there's a raw feel that permeates each track.

Some of the artists you'll probably hear for the first time include Tito Simon, Carlton Wedderburn, the Dingle Bros. and Exuma. There are also tunes by Lee Perry, Lord Creator and even Eccles himself.

Although Clancy Eccles wasn't as well known as some of Jamaica's premiere producers of the day, he still provided us with some memorable recordings. This disc is proof positive of that.






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