Various Artists – Studio One Rocksteady Vol. 2 (Vinyl 2-LP, Soul Jazz Records) – Mint/ Sealed Dance/ Electronica Big Thief had only just

Big Thief had only just finished work on their 3rd album

Blonde on Blonde is the moment Bob Dylan fused electric blues

This body of work grows deeper and more inspiring with each new album

highlighting the shift from ska into the smoother

The music leans on melodic songwriting

Various Artists – Studio One Rocksteady Vol. 2 (Vinyl 2-LP, Soul Jazz Records) – Mint/ Sealed Dance/ Electronica Big Thief had only justA vibrant collection of rocksteady, soul leaning cuts from the Studio One vaults, highlighting the shift from ska into the smoother, harmony driven sound of late 60s Jamaica. The set features Alton Ellis, The Heptones, Cannon & The Soul Vendors and more, delivered with Soul Jazzs usual depth and clarity. Its a warm, rhythmic compilation that brings out the melodic heart of the era. Double Vinyl LP Mint and Sealed