After the success of "Stomp you Down", Mango Wood are back with their second album. In this album you can see the evolution and maturity of the Madrid band, which has its own characteristic sound and on this occasion delves into more complex compositions, but without straying from the essence of Boss Reggae. The styles featured on the album are very varied within the early reggae genre, ranging from the frenetic dance of "The Sound Of Now" to the bluesy "King Rat" and the gentle "Hurts when I'm Gone".
Second volume of this kick ass compilation of gems from the old punk rock and hardcore Swiss scene. From the classic and awesome punk rock sound of The Bastards to the fiery first generation hardcore of The Squirt, there´s something here to satisfy any seeker of punk gold. As it was the case with its predecessor it comes with a thick 12-page booklet with the story of the bands, first-hand accounts of the era and a selection of rare photos. A must! Also featuring Hlm Gang, Baramine, Santé Publique, Six Pack, and Vitriol.
t has long been a tradition for Jamaican artists to write songs with a western cowboy theme and to use images from the Wild West. The second album by ex Loafers organist Nasser Bouzida is also in this style and 13 songs are reminiscent of the iconic albums by the Upsetters, Prince Buster and Laurel Aitken. Absolutely recommended! *Liquidator*
With "Nine Feet Tall," Kalles Kaviar presents their ninth album, not only continuing their musical success story but truly surpassing themselves. Recorded at Moonlitegroover Studio, the band demonstrates their deep understanding of traditional ska, rocksteady, and early reggae with a soulful edge across the 12 tracks. Switzerland's longest-running ska band impresses with driving bass and beat, as well as captivating horn and vocal harmonies.
The Italian combo around Olly Riva's tracks, sung exclusively in Spanish and Italian, lead into Latin ska, mixed with a bit of calypso, bossa and reggae. A danceable affair that makes every cocktail taste twice as good. The song selection includes cover versions by Gianni Morandi, Adriano Celentano, Nino Ferrer, Shandon and Isolina Carrillo, but also Spanish-language versions of Magnetics songs. *Roxteady
There are few Jamaicans with as impressive a career as George Dekker. Hitmaker Desmond Dekker's half-brother's career took off in the late '60s when he joined Kingston singing group The Pioneers. The Blackfire album was written and produced by Boss Capone: core member, songwriter and producer of the Dutch early reggae band The Upsessions. Having written and produced five albums for The Upsessions (including one with Lee "Scratch" Perry) and three as Boss Capone, this is his ninth album to date.
The 4th album from the reggae soul sensation, The Bandulus is here! Recorded at Badasonic Studios in Belgium, the album features 12 scorching tracks that will take you on a sonic journey through the heat of the Texas summer to the cool breeze on a Jamaican beachfront. In classic 'dulus fashion, the songs will remind you of Motown with sweet harmonies and raw lyrics straight from the heart.
With “Rolling Dice”, the five Eastern Swiss reggae musicians from “Jar” are rolling out their second album (mixed & mastered by Umberto Echo) into the wide world under the Basel label “N-Gage Productions”. After the release tour of the 2020 debut LP “Love Rocket” had to be ended abruptly due to the pandemic, there was enough time for reflection. The lessons that the band brought into the studio: That you should let fate take its course, but still make the best of every situation. The dice have to roll. And so this work is thrown out into a world where basses swing again, people and smoke fill the dance halls again, the beer flows and friends lie close in each other's arms to good music.
