{"product_id":"the-skatalites_essential-artist-collection-the-skatalites_2024_uni","title":"Essential Artist Collection – The Skatalites","description":"In the early 1960s, the sound of ska exploded onto the Jamaican music scene, with an upbeat and dynamic sound championed by the greatest ensemble of musicians ever to play and record on the island. Led by legendary saxophonist Tommy McCook, the Skatalites also comprised a true roster of Kingston artists, including trombonist Don Drummond, tenor saxophonist Roland Alphonso, drum master Lloyd Knibb, and keyboard prodigy Jackie Mittoo. The best of their output is featured on the \"Essential Artist Collection,\" providing the best introduction to the music of the incredible, multi-talented, and highly influential Skatalites. TRACKLISTING: 28 tracks on the double LP or 50 tracks on the double CD by the Skatalites introducing musicians Don Drummond, Tommy McCook, Baba Brooks, Lester Sterling, Frank Anderson, Roland Alphonso, Lyn Taitt, Lloyd Knibb, Lloyd Brevett, Jackie Mittoo...","brand":"The Skatalites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314215960920,"sku":null,"price":20241025.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/4943\/0360\/files\/4050538842968.jpg?v=1760392078","url":"https:\/\/vinyles.com\/en\/products\/the-skatalites_essential-artist-collection-the-skatalites_2024_uni","provider":"Vinyles.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}