DUB / INSTRUMENTAL

(...) Each of the songs you will listen to was taken from studio original tapes, presented as full lenght, or extended cuts — alternative versions from the previous 45rpm records released along the yeras on confidential Dhoko label. All recordings and mixes were executed with all possible care with the aim of conducting love through space and time to reach you (...)" Backsleeve notes.

Repress released in september 2021.

Red Vinyl. Gatefold.

The Best of the soulful reggae singer! Originally released on Empire (Channel One’s sub label ).
Hits from late 70’s to 1984, recorded at Channel One studio with Sly & Robbie, Earl Chinna Smith, Dean Fraser, Deadly Headley and more…

10 song dub compilation LP, in 2-sided hand silkscreened jacket, green or orange print.
A3 is a previously unreleased mix.

180g Pressing

Reissued on vinyl for the very first time, the third Paragons album, originally released in 1982 on the UK reggae label Starlight. 0

The city of Bristol has undoubtedly a rich reggae heritage. The criminally neglected Talisman finally benefits of a long overdue release, collecting their first efforts plus a series of extra tracks. You’ll get their first two singles released on Recreational Records – Run Come Girl/Wicked Dem and Dole Age/Free Speech, both released in 1981 – plus a selection of five long lost contribution. Originally formed in 1977 as Revelation Rockers, a name they soon changed, Talisman were considered the top reggae act in town alongside local contemporaries Black Roots. The band – popular for their intense live shows – opened for such glorious and diverse acts as Burning Spear, The Clash and The Rolling Stones! This proper release on vinyl allows a new generation of fans to catch with their original style. Talisman certainly shows a different side of the UK reggae flourishing scene – think about Aswad, Steel Pulse and Misty In Roots – putting Bristol back on the map!

Bass : Robert Shakespear
Drums : Sly Dunbar
Lead Guitar : Earl "Chinna" Smith
Rhythm Guitar : Willie Lindo, Boo Pe & Tony Chin
Piano : Keith Sterling & Augustus Pablo
Organ & Clarinet : Winston Wright
Percussion : Sticky & Skully
Horns : Tommy McCook