Name: Don't Stay Out Late
Brand: Johnny Clarke

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kscd074

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14 Tracks.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-06-01

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Standard:20

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5060135762544

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Johnny Clarke

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

Kingston Sounds

Johnny Clarke, born on January 12th, 1955 in Kingston, Jamaica, is a renowned artist who rose to fame in the 70's. Collaborating with producer Bunny Lee proved to be a turning point in his career. With an impressive repertoire of militant "dread" tunes and love songs, Johnny Clarke quickly became a favorite among discerning dancehall patrons worldwide. He skillfully covered classic Jamaican standards by artists like John Holt and Bob Marley.
Continuing his success, Clarke worked with various producers including Errol Thompson and King Jammy. In the mid-80s, he ventured into the UK music scene and recorded at Ariwa Studios with Mad Professor. Throughout the 90s, he collaborated with Fashion Records, Jah Shaka in the UK, and hitmaking production duo Steely & Cleevie.
Influenced by artists such as Junior Delgado and Yabby You among others, Johnny Clarke has left an indelible mark on reggae music. His unique style continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Johnny Clarke stands tall as one of the great vocalists that ruled the Jamaican reggae scene from the mid 1970’s to the early 1980’s Dancehall period. This re-issue of his Don’t Stay Out Late set shows his versatility to sing any song that was put in front of him and make it his own. Under producer Bunny “Striker” Lee’s guidance, Mr Clarke produced a run of singles and albums few could match. Johnny Clarke (b 1955, Jamaica, West Indies) cut his first record God Made the See and Sun, after winning a local singing contest in the Bull Bay area of Jamaica. Although the single was not a hit, it led to two follow up tracks for producer Rupie Edwards, Everyday Wandering and Julie that fared much better, both on the island and overseas in England and Canada. These tracks also brought the singer to the attention of producer Bunny Lee and a working relationship that would go on to produce a prolific catalogue of music. Johnny Clarke’s Dread Conscious / Love Song style were to grace many hits around this time in 1974. Such tunes as None Shall Escape The Judgement, Move Out Of Babylon, Rock With Me Baby, Enter The Gates With Praise to name but a few. All new songs added to a host of cover tunes, recommended by Bunny Lee, many taken from singer John Holt’s catalogue, that suited Clarke’s vocal style. The rhythms were cut at various studios around the Island. Randy’s Studio 17, Channel I, Treasure Isle, Dynamic Sounds and Harry J’s by a group of musicians loosely called The Aggravators and voiced King Tubby’s studio. All great tracks backed by great rhythms, cut by Mr Johnny Clarke with a voice that few could equal.

Don't Stay Out Late

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