CD-Charts Position 11
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And This Is A SKA Explosion

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Various Artists

Release Date March 19, 2007
I couldn't give this five stars, because there are a few dud tracks on there. But at the price it is well worth the money, because there are loads of great tunes. In fact it is worth the cash just to get a copy of 'Rukumbine'. There is a groovy ska version of the James Bond theme, and a couple of minor key instrumental grooves that really get you dancing. Also 'A little oil in my lamp' is a great singalong ska version of a traditional song, with a gospel feel to it.

I don't know why they chose to start the CD with the Prince Buster tune which is more of a reggae style and not like the rest at all (although it's not a bad tune).

CD-Charts Position 12
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The Best Of UB40, Volumes 1 & 2 [2CD]

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: UB40

Release Date November 14, 2005
this was a big favourite of mine, growing up in the 80's and early 90's. this album is by far the best reggae collection of ub40's. i also bought the ub40 dvd which has a few others which do not feature on the collection. if you want relaxing, soul trippin music this summer, then i suggest this album. totally superb.

this is a must for anyone who not only likes ub40 but enjoyed the 80's and its music.

CD-Charts Position 13
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Man Like I

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Natty

Release Date August 04, 2008
I had difficulties with this album due to the mix of rasta lyrics with pop tunes a strange mixture.

Having listened to Burning Spear, Abyssinians, Marley etc and other roots artists over the years, you know what your getting. Maybe its me who should think out of the box, dont know.

This album has reggae beats in the background and the SKA tracks work for me but the rest of the album leaves me cold.

I just feel it woud have been better to stick to one formula rather than trying to mix it up.

The man has talent and the project worthwhile.

CD-Charts Position 14
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The Best Of Jimmy Cliff

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Jimmy Cliff

Release Date June 10, 1996
Saw the man himself at Glastonbury Festival 2003 and he brought the sunshine out and Jamaica to the people what a show. This CD is a fantastic collection of all his hits and you wont go wrong by listening to this on a hot summers day - you will have a smile on your face. This is about as uplifting as music can get.

CD-Charts Position 15
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A Girl Like Me

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Rihanna

Release Date April 24, 2006
Great album and an exceptionally good follow up.Great R&B feel that oozes energy and boy does it make you want to boogie....unless your me as my kids will tell you.....No rythm!!

CD-Charts Position 16
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Best of Ska

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Various Artists

Release Date October 22, 2001
This is a top ska collection, it contains plenty of classics including a few from the godfathers of SKA music, The Specials. Defenite stand out tracks are Rat Race, Rudy, a message to you and Ghosttown.
Its cheap and you get over 50 tracks to chose from, there has to be some you like in that lot!

CD-Charts Position 17
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The Best Of

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: The Specials

Release Date March 31, 2008
Comprising an excellent greatest hits collection with a dvd of live performances and promo videos, this compilation is essential. Unless you're a big fan or completist this package contains everything you could want from The Specials' enduring legacy. Much of their music still sounds vital and contemporary. Along with The Beat's recent 2 cd compilation, You Just Can't Beat It (and maybe The Selecter's greatest hits), you have a capsule history of the late 70s/early 80s ska revival. Recommended.

CD-Charts Position 18
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Based on a True Story

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Fat Freddy's Drop

Release Date July 11, 2005
Bought this album as a friend who heard of them whilst in NZ was raving about them. I can honestly say this is the best ever album i have ever bought. The music is sssoooo original, the songs take you through a range of moods and grooves, it's just such a funky, eclectic album. Buy it...then tell your friends to buy it you will not be dissappointed!!

CD-Charts Position 19
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Greatest Hits

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Selecter

Release Date May 13, 1996
Like all cut price compilations they are most telling for their omissions rather than what they include. This one has only one glaring omission debut side `The Selecter' the instrumental on the b-side of The Specials 45 `Gangsters' which created the initial excitement to start the band in the first place. Also absent is the classic version of the cover of `Train to Skaville' which with its 12" dub version was definitely a high point of the bands career.

However gripes aside it manages to include the non album singles `On My Radio' and my personal favourite `The Whisper' along with the best eight cuts from the debut LP `Too Much Pressure'. The remaining six songs are drawn from the bands disappointing second LP `Celebrate the Bullet' which is ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 20
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Second Light

CD-Charts > Music > Reggae
by: Dreadzone

Release Date May 30, 1995
This is such a classic album, which still sounds fresh 13 years after it was made. It has brilliant basslines, great production and tunes that just stick right in your head. It has a wonderful mix of upbeat folky dub madness like Little Britain and Captain Dread, alongside ambient dub excursions like Shining Light, Cave Of Angels and A Canterbury Tale. These ambient tunes are what really make this album special, taylormade for listening to when out amongst nature like walking in mountains, or sitting round a campfire at dawn. And I never get tired of them. In fact this is a perfect album for anyone who goes travelling to a strange new land, I've listened to it in Morocco and on the Inca Trail in Peru and it just seems to fit those special moments. Play it ... Read More: