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1LP Vinyl – PSLP114

Originally released in 1965 in Jamaica and the UK, and reissued on CD by Westside as part of their Top Sounds From Top Deck series in 1998, The Skatalites’ Ska-Boo-Da-Ba has now been reissued on a 180 gram vinyl LP by Pressure Sounds.

The Ska-Boo-Da-Ba album is the result of a very long one night session that was organised by Chinese-Jamaican record producer Justin Yap and his brother Ivan at Studio One in November 1964. It was through Coxsone Dodd’s friend Allen “Bim Bim” Scott that Justin Yap had met The Skatalites, a band that was very popular at the time. The Skatalites’ line-up then included legendary musicians such as Roland Alphonso, Don Drumond, Johnny Moore, Tommy McCook, Lloyd Knibb, Lloyd Brevett, and Jah Jerry Haynes.

The 12-track LP is a vibrant and timeless collection of instrumentals that not only showcases The Skatalites’ mastery of the ska genre but also encapsulates the essence of ska. The Skatalites’ musicianship shines throughout the album, with each member contributing to the cohesive and dynamic sound of the band. From the nice guitar work to the pulsating basslines and the vibrant horn solos, every aspect of the band’s performance reflects their unparalleled musical prowess. Ska-Boo-Da-Ba features a dynamic blend of upbeat tempos, intricate horn arrangements, and irresistible grooves.