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July Reggae Catalogue Releases
Release Date: July 4, 2025
Format: Digital / Streaming
This 1988 album is next up to be reissued from producer Kenneth “Skengdon” Black’s catalog. One of Jamaica’s most versatile dancehall artists, Frankie Paul delivers chart-topping hits “Gun Shot,” “Only You,” and “No Sizzling,” alongside album tracks “Can’t Live Without You,” “One People,” and “Raggamuffin Soldier.” Recorded at SKD Studio in Miami with harmonies by Al Campbell, engineering by Oswald Palmer and Anthony “Crucial Bunny” Graham, and contributions from Steely & Clevie, Dalton Browne, Jackie Mittoo, and members of the Inner Circle Band.
Release Date: July 11, 2025
Format: Digital / Streaming
First released in 1987, this crossover cover of Sade’s anthem has become an underground Balearic classic, highly sought-after by collectors. Featuring impeccable three-part harmonies, a pounding riddim, and Siyotanka-style synth from Steely & Clevie, with Dalton Browne on guitar and a mix by Anthony “Crucial Bunny” Graham.
Release Date: July 11, 2025
Format: Digital / Streaming
To be released on what would have been John Holt’s 78th birthday, this deep cut comes from the original reel-to-reel master tape, now restored and remastered. Produced by Henry “Junjo” Lawes and recorded at Channel One with the Roots Radics, pairing Holt’s defiant vocal with Style Scott’s drums and Flabba Holt’s bassline. Includes instrumental and extended mixes.
Release Date: July 18, 2025
Format: Digital / Streaming
Originally released in 1988, this digital dancehall bomb was produced by Hugh “Redman” James and recorded at Anchor studio. Features nine digikiller tracks built by Steely & Clevie with Yamaha synths and Oberheim DX drum machine, and artwork by Wilfred Limonious.