Gregory Isaacs - "Rock On"
Christine - "On A Saturday Night"
Horace Andy - "I'm In Love"
Cornel Campbell - "I Heart Is Clean"
Clint Eastwood - "Gate Number"
Junior Delgado - "I Am Still Thinking"
The Messiah - "I Soon Know"
Leroy Smart - "Mr Rich Man"
I Roy - "Point Blank" (Observer Style)
Horace Andy - "Psalms 68"
Big Youth - "6 Dead Nineteen Gone To Jail"
The Rockstones - "Oh Jah Man"
Gregory Isaacs - "Slave Master"
Field Marshall Buckers - "Ambric"
Dillinger - "Flat Foot Hustling"
I Roy - "Sister Maggie Breast"
Niney - "Rasta No Pickpocket"
Big Youth - "Four Sevens"
I Roy - "Step On The Dragon"
Bobby Ellis & The Observers - "Doreth"
Horace Andy - "Materialist"
Leroy Smart - "Jah Is My Light"
Hubert Ford - "Hold Not Thy Peace Oh Jah"
Junior Byles - "Can You Feel It"
Little Bop - "Natty Dread Come Over"
I Roy - "Camp Road Skanking"
Horace Andy - "Them Never Tell I"
Tyrone Taylor - "I Got A Feeling"
The Soul Syndicate - "Zimbabwe"
Junior Byles - "What Kind Of World"
The Rockstones - "Burn Me Out"
Bobby Ellis & The Observers - "Head Shot"
Tyrone Taylor - "Sufferation"
I Roy - "Roll River Jordan"
Junior Byles - "King Of Babylon"
Dillinger - "Nebuchadnezzer"
The Messiahs - "Confusion In A Babylon"
Review: Niney The Observer's collection of roots reggae gems is a testament to his unparalleled production prowess during a dynamic era in reggae history. Spanning just two years, this expansive package unveils a stunning array of tracks, many of which are making their CD debut. Originally issued on labels like Observer and Third World, these rare 7" singles have been expertly remastered, revealing a clarity and depth previously unheard. The collection shows the diverse talents of reggae luminaries such as Gregory Isaacs, Junior Byles, I Roy and Horace Andy, among others. Each track pulsates with the rhythms of the time, enriched by Niney's deft dubby touches and meticulous production techniques, from the soulful crooning of Gregory Isaacs to the raw energy of Big Youth, offering a comprehensive overview of the hipper reggae singers of the era. Moreover, Niney himself makes appearances throughout the compilation, further cementing his status as a visionary within the genre. With its rich sonic tapestry and impeccable sound quality, this 49-track anthology is a must-have for reggae enthusiasts and serves as a fitting tribute to Niney The Observer's enduring influence on the roots reggae landscape.
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