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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

128 - Open The Gate - Lee Scratch Perry & Friends


There is always some part of myth associated to the actual facts when it comes to a figure such as Lee Scratch Perry.
His genius for giving birth to the reggae/dub genre is undeniable, 
as much as his lack of scruples to exploit the talents of too many young artists 
for his sole profit, acting as a shark in the business arena. Go figure.
Conjectures will remain among those who live in conjectures. Others will move on and delight on records such as Open The Gate . Truly one piece of pure gold in the pantheon of absolutely awesome Jamaican music.


1996 - OPEN THE GATE

Walk Through That Gate
























History - Carlton Jackson



Sons Of Slaves - Junior Delgado

5 comments:

JD said...

Got it already, Yogi, but you're right, it is a cracking collection and absolutely essential. I could tell you a few good stories about Lee Perry, but these comments sections don't run to accepting lengthy theses and pages of prose...Perhaps one day if we ever meet over a skliff and a cuppa!!!.... While I'm here I might pose the question as to why so few people leave comments on some of the top-drawer material you're posting. Keep up the good work........

PapyRoots said...

Om JD, are U after Reggae exclusively or U fancy jazz induced prods as well or whatever else I'm shoving here?
I'd like to recommend U one or two records over the top U might not be inclined to check out.

Yeah...comments...I'd say I can be glad U showed up at last. With Ur emulation, others might join in.

I'll be smoking one to Ur good health right now.

JD said...

Yes, Yogi, reggae, jazz, latin, or a mixture of all three!! - I'm greedy for the good stuff (if a bit selective) though unfortunately I'm restricted on the other good stuff. Barbylon breathing down my neck.... Nice to make your acquaintance.... I'll visit regularly now I know you're here.......

Anonymous said...

Thanks for these gifts. Wonderful and informative.

Anonymous said...

Thank you for sharing Truth and knowledge.