Living for the City – Soul Reggae Classics: Black Vinyl LP

An essential collection showcasing some of the finest and most sought-after reggae interpretations of r&b classics from the 1970s, performed by some of Jamaicas most celebrated artists. Includes numerous long-standing classics alongside long-forgotten rarities that have remained unavailable on vinyl for decades.

The recordings not only reflect the profound influence of US r&b on the Jamaican music scene throughout the decade, but also demonstrates the exceptional ability of the islands music makers to transform soul classics into reggae masterpieces. The result is a truly fascinating and compelling listen, guaranteed to get you in the mood for dancing.

SIDE ONE

1. Justice To The People aka (For God’s Sake) Give Power To The People – Lee Perry & The Upsetters

2. Finally Got Myself Together (I’m A Changed Man) – B.B. Seaton

3. Be Thankful For What You’ve Got – Bunny Rugs

4. (We People Who Are) Darker Than Blue – Lloyd Charmers

5. Living For The City – Pat Rhoden

6. Children Of The Night Noel Brown

SIDE TWO

1. Let’s Get It On – Ken Boothe

2. Aint No Sunshine – Horace Andy

3. If You Don’t Know Me By Now – Zap Pow

4. Imagination – Delroy Wilson

5. I Forgot To Be Your Lover aka To Be A Lover (7″” Jamaican mix) – George Faith

6. Skin Tight – Lloyd Charmers