Reggae Magic

Description

Reggae Magic celebrates the musical genius of Jackie Mittoo, central figure of reggae and architect of the Studio One sound. This collection brings together rare gems and classics recorded between 1967 and 1974, a time when Mittoo perfected a unique style blending reggae, funk, soul and rocksteady. Founder of the legendary Skatalites at age 16, then leader of the Soul Brothers, Soul Vendors and Sound Dimension, Mittoo shaped rhythms that became the foundation of dub, dancehall and deejay style. His instrumentals - like Real Rock, Hot Milk or Drum Song - have been covered, sampled and reinvented by artists from all backgrounds, from The Clash to Lily Allen, Beyoncé or Damian Marley. An essential record for lovers of reggae and timeless groove, with tracks such as Ghetto Organ, Toronto Express, Soul Stew or Sure Soul.