Name: Slum In Dub
Brand: Gregory Isaacs

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-28

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Artist

Gregory Isaacs

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Reggae / Dub

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Burning Sounds

Burning Sounds is a London based reggae label that has been making waves in the music industry. With a strong focus on promoting and marketing reggae music, Burning Sounds has become a go-to destination for fans of this genre.
Known for their expertise in the reggae scene, Burning Sounds has built a reputation as an authoritative source for all things reggae. They have successfully released and distributed numerous albums from both established and up-and-coming artists.
With their finger on the pulse of the reggae world, Burning Sounds continues to bring the best of this vibrant genre to music lovers everywhere. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering the magic of reggae, Burning Sounds is your ultimate destination for all things reggae.

Gregory Isaacs, also known as the Cool Ruler, was a famous Jamaican "Lovers" Reggae Singer. He began his recording career at the age of 18 in 1969 and continued until 2010. In 1972, he founded the Label with [a45924]. Born on July 15, 1951, in Fletchers Land, Kingston, Jamaica, Gregory Isaacs left a lasting impact on the reggae music scene. His unique style and smooth vocals made him one of the most influential artists in the genre.

Throughout his career, Gregory Isaacs captivated audiences with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. He gained recognition for his romantic ballads and became known as the "Cool Ruler" for his suave persona on stage. His music resonated with fans around the world and earned him a dedicated following.

Tragically, Gregory Isaacs passed away on October 25, 2010, in London, UK. Despite his untimely death, his legacy lives on through his timeless music. His contributions to reggae continue to inspire new generations of artists.

Coupled with the succinct Revolutionaries band and Isaacs quality songwriting, the deconstructed cuts, weave and flow like any good quality dub album should. with some of the track names giving more than a hint of the original song title such as "Public Eyes", which was one of the major hits off The Cool Ruler as "John Public". The dense "Slum" originated as "Party In The Slum", while the brighter "Reform Institution" began life as "Uncle Joe". "Word Of The Farmer" becomes "Croft" and "Tam Tam" began life as "One More Time".

One of Gregory Isaacs's early hits, "Black A Kill Black" is translated into "Leaving" while "Leggo Beast" using an updated old Studio One rhythm, Swing Easy, probably refers to Trevor "Leggo" Douglas who ran the Cash &amp; Carry label with Isaacs. The track "Nigger" also uses an old Studio One rhythm track updated and this time it's The Heptones breezy "Party Time" which gets the Jammy treatment as "Embarrassment" which again revitalises a Studio One gem; "Frozen Soul" by The Soul Vendors band.

Slum In Dub

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