At Studio 1
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Description:
This superb collection, which consists primarily of rare tracks, shows Albert Griffiths and his band at the height of their powers in the early to mid-'70s. The core of the album is fifteen tracks recorded at Clement Dodd's Studio One, and there's a surprising variety of sound in evidence, from the drum machine-driven version of "Roots Natty" to the dark and reverb-drenched setting of "Bongo Red." While the Gladiators were a harmony trio along the same general lines as the Mighty Diamonds and Culture, they distinguished themselves from their peers by being accomplished instrumentalists as well; they play with a tight assurance that underscores their vocals nicely. As a special bonus, this album is appended by two songs ("Time" and "Ungrateful Girl") recorded with Lee Perry at his legendary Black Ark studio. "Ungrateful Girl," in particular, shows a powerful synergy between the Gladiators and the Upsetter; the singing is top-rate and Perry achieves a guitar sound that is both perfect and slightly bizarre. This is an unusual but essential reggae document. Rick Anderson.
Details:
Track Listing:
| 1. |
Roots Natty [Version]
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| 2. |
Watch Out
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| 3. |
Bongo Red [Mix]
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| 4. |
Prayer to Thee
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| 5. |
Happy Man
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| 6. |
Mr. Sweet
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| 7. |
Fling It Gimme
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| 8. |
Don't Fool the Young Girls
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| 9. |
Pretending
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| 10. |
So Fine
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| 11. |
I Said I Love You
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| 12. |
Seven Times to Rise
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| 13. |
Millionaire of Love
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| 14. |
Kicks
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| 15. |
Tribulation
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| 16. |
Time
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| 17. |
Ungrateful Girl
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