Reggae / Ska / Dub Compilations

Reggae, Ska, and Dub compilations bring together iconic tracks and infectious rhythms from these Jamaican-influenced genres. These vinyl records offer a musical journey through swaying grooves, catchy melodies, and deep basslines.

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Reggae, Ska & Dub compilations on vinyl: the Jamaican groove in long-play format

From Jamaican sound systems to collectors' turntables

Compilations have been at the very heart of reggae, ska and dub culture since the 1960s. In Kingston's sound systems, selectors would spin singles and dub versions all night long, sketching out a compilation logic before the term even existed. As the Caribbean diaspora settled in the UK, labels like Trojan Records, Island and Blue Beat began gathering these 45 rpm gems into albums for British audiences. Artists such as Prince Buster, The Skatalites, Desmond Dekker and Toots & the Maytals saw their tracks compiled onto now-iconic records, while the dub explorations of King Tubby and Lee 'Scratch' Perry turned the compilation format into a hypnotic work of art in its own right.

Essential compilations and tips for savvy crate-diggers

Among the landmark compilations, the Trojan box sets, especially the triple-vinyl 'Trojan Box Set', and the Studio One anthologies curated by Soul Jazz Records are absolute must-haves. The 'Harder They Come' soundtrack (1972) remains the perfect gateway, while the 'Tighten Up' series and dub compilations on Blood & Fire delight seasoned collectors. When it comes to pressings, original Jamaican records carry raw charm but often suffer from inconsistent mastering, whereas well-crafted reissues from Music On Vinyl or vintage UK pressings on Trojan and Island offer a more reliable listening experience. To find these treasures at the best price, Vinyles.com continuously compares offers from partner merchants, allowing you to choose your seller with complete transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Why are reggae, ska and dub compilations so important for collectors?

Many iconic tracks only ever existed as Jamaican 7-inch singles, often impossible to find outside the island. Compilations preserved this heritage and made it accessible, while offering legendary sequencing and sleeve art that have become iconic in their own right.

Which labels should I look for when hunting reggae and dub compilations on vinyl?

Trojan Records remains the gold standard, closely followed by Studio One (via Soul Jazz Records), Greensleeves, Blood & Fire, Island Records and Blue Beat. Recent reissues from Music On Vinyl and VP Records also deliver excellent pressings.

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