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Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast – “We Are In The Mood” 
A “One Song Podcast” January 2024

“We Are In The Mood,” The Royals, written by Roy Cousins & Lloydie Finch 
Roy Cousins Interview (Telephone, Liverpool, England, January 2024) 
*Three different recordings of the one song

  1. The Royals – ‘We Are In The Mood Take Two” (with U-Roy Intro) – Duke Reid’s Treasure Chest – Treasure Isle – 1966 - Produced By Duke Reid
Lead Singer: Errol Green 
Harmonies: Berthram Johnson, Roy Cousins (Future member Errol Wilson was not yet a Royals member). 
Engineer: Byron Smith
Lead guitar–Lyn Tait, Rhythm guitar–Ranny Bop, Bass–Jackie Jackson

  1. The Royals – ‘We Are In The Mood” – Studio One Presents From The Vaults Vol. 3 – Year unknown, Produced by Coxson Dodd
Lead Singer: Errol Wilson
Harmonies: Keith Smith, Bertram Johnson, Roy Cousins

  1. The Royals – “Everything So Nice,” Previously known as  ‘We Are In The Mood” – “Israel Be Wise” LP – Tamoki-Wambesi-Dove – 1978, *Produced by Roy Cousins *This song is only on the vinyl version  of the LP
Lead Singer: Roy Cousins
Harmonies: Melvin “Mellow” Reid and Hal “Bascol ” Nicholson (*The duo that Roy Cousins calls “Mellow Bascol”)

SOLID REGGAE TRACKS - January 2024

Really great reggae tracks here. Over 40 years of terrestrial Reggae on WRUW & WJCU radio... how vital the music is.
Reggae Mixes, October 2023
SOLID REGGAE TRACKS, JamaicaWay.com
“Classic Tracks”
Melodians – “Rivers of Babylon” 
Al Campbell – “Hard Times”
Alton Ellis – “Girl I’ve Got a Date”
Al Campbell – “Thank You Lord”
Bob Marley – “Thank You Lord” (Version)
Alton Ellis – “Rocksteady”
The Techniques – “Drink More Wine”
The Termites – “My Last Love”
BB Seaton (of The Gaylads) “My Jamaican Girl”
Beres Hammond – “Rock Away”
Delroy Wilson – “Better Must Come”
Bob Marley – “Coming In From The Cold,” 12” Version, *with Dennis Thompson Mix added
Byron Lee – ”Yellow Bird”
The Caribs – “Matilda Cha Cha”
Frank Sinatra – “The Coffee Song”
The Tennors – “Ride Your Donkey”
Lloyd Daley – “Version”
​Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast with Rich Lowe
7-15-23

Playlist:
Louie Ranking – Dance A Fe Ram – Clay Pot (Produced by Vivian Blake) 12” - 1982 
Carlton Patterson – It’s Raining – Black & White 7” 1981 (+ Version)
Trinity – Weatherman Cap – Black & White 1977 
*Carlton Patterson Interview with Rich Lowe (2023)
Lloyd “Scunna” Ruddock – Genuine Way – Wambesi 7” (Tubby’s Brother)
Prince Buster – The King, The Duke, & The Sir – Prince Buster 7”
Admiral Bailey – Mi A God Pickney – Mass Hugh 7”
I Wayne – Collie Weed – Thriller Music (Canada) – 7”
Dennis Brown – Coming Home – SYDNA Records 7” 
John Holt – Love Me Forever – Hitbound – 1974 -7”
Bob Andy – Reggae Land – Upstairs Records – 2006 – 7”
Luciano and Bob Andy – Create Our History – Al.Ta.Fa.An. Records – 7”test
​JA Way Version Podcast, November 2023
(Time: 63:00)
Track Listing:
“Version (Instrumental) Mix”
“Trippin Riddim” - Iration Records
“Hold On To What You Got” Riddim – Sly & Robbie
“Jam Down Riddim” – Jam Down Records
“Rumour Riddim”
“War” Riddim, Bob Marley’s “War,” Mixed by Dennis Thompson
“Love Comes and Goes” Riddim – The Abyssinians – Life Goes In Circles – T. Cowan
“Crabit Version” Striker Lee
“I Dread Version” – Count Ossie – Matador’s Arena Volume 2
“in The Area Version” – Rub-A-Dub Soldier
“Natty Version” – The Aggrovators – Striker Lee (Cornel Campbell)
“Upsetting Version” – Lee Perry – Explosive Rock Steady (Joe Gibbs)
“Rastaman Soul” Derrick Harriott & Luciano
Studio One Version – Coxson Dodd
“Ride The Riddim Version” – Studio One (Coxson Dodd) Reggae Master singles (Striker Lee)
“King Tubby’s Version – Talent Crew – Life Goes In Circles LP (*T. Cowan)
“Swing Easy” Studio One (Coxson Dodd) – Dub Specialist Series
“Channel One Is A Joker” - Johnny Clarke – “A Ruffer Version” Release
*Coxson Dodd Dubplate (Unreleased) – Roland Alphonso – Studio One
“Daydream” Bunny Lee All-Stars – Jamaican Serenades Volume 24
“Strictly Instrumental” Harry James – Rare War Time Recordings Volume 1
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast (September 2023)
With Special Guest Carlton Patterson (A King Tubby Colleague)
Carlton Patterson is a Jamaican singer, producer, songwriter, & record shop owner. He produced music in the mid-1970s and worked closely with Osbourne Ruddock, a.k.a. King Tubby, on dub mixes of his music. His productions enjoy the trademark Tubby mixing style. When Tubby often handed over mixing duties to his engineers Pat Kelly, Scientist, Professor Phillip Smart, or Prince Jammy, it was Carlton Patterson who enjoyed special attention from King Tubby to create dub mixes of his songs. 
This podcast features an hour-long listening session with Carlton Patterson himself. He selects the tracks and discusses many aspects of the recordings with your host, Rich Lowe.
Track Listing:
1. “Barber Saloon” – Mikey Dread, Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1981
2. “It’s Raining” – Carlton Patterson, Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1977
3. “Weatherman Skank” – Ray I - Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1977
4. “Not Responsible” – Carlton and Leroy, with “Psalms Of Dub” – Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1977
5. “Can’t You Understand – Larry Marshall & Carlton Patterson - Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1975
6. “Hypocrite” – Carlton Patterson, Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1977
7. “Look How Much” – Barrington Levy – Black & White Records, Prod. Carlton Patterson, 1980
Carlton Patterson’s music is available on his Black & White Record Label at Ernie B’s Millions of Records website: www.millionsofrecords.com
David Rodigan BBC Book Review of Two Kings-Jamaica’s King Edwards “The Giant” Sound System: The Era of The King, The Duke, & The Sir
*Available worldwide via Amazon.com
Sir Rodigan supplies an in-depth review of the new King Edwards book by Rich Lowe. ​
Glen Campbell Podcast–Jamaica Way Podcast
*All tracks by Glen Campbell
Highwayman – 1979 (Written by Jimmy Webb)
Galveston – 1969 (Written by Jimmy Webb)
Gentle On My Mind – 1967 (Written by John Hartford)
Good Vibrations (Beach Boys Medley) – 1977, “Live At The Royal Festival Hall,” London
Wichita Lineman – 1968 (Written by Jimmy Webb)
By The Time I Get To Phoenix – 1967 (Written by Jimmy Webb)
*Glen Campbell Interview by Rich Lowe 2006, Cleveland, Ohio, CWRU Campus
Prince Hammer Episode:
This episode features a new album by Prince Hammer and Interviews with journalist Ray Hurford, producer Roy Cousins, and singer Prince Hammer.
With podcaster Rich Lowe, all four explore the tracks on the “Freedom” album. Ray Hurford frames the discussion with the history of Hammer, Roy Cousins discusses the studio work on the recording, and Hammer talks about his musical experiences and selects his favorite tracks on the album.
Enjoy -
Featuring the Prince Hammer album “Freedom” on Tamoki-Wabesi Records by Producer Roy Cousins
Tracks featured:
One Man Alone
Two Bald Head
Lightning And Thunder
Selassie Train
Delroy Wilson Podcast, December 2022
A Delroy Wilson series of selections with flavoring by Bunny Lee, King Tubby, and Cornel Campbell.
PLAYLIST:
Delroy Wilson – “Drink Wine” – Bunny Lee Production
Delroy Wilson – “This Old Heart Of Mine” - Bunny Lee Production
Version – 
Delroy Wilson – “Doing My Thing” – Bunny Lee Production
Version-
Cornel Campbell – “Devil In Bed” – Bunny Lee Production
Instrumental - “Doing My Thing Version” – Bunny Lee Production
Delroy Wilson – “My Baby Is Gone” – Bunny Lee Production
Delroy Wilson – “Show Me The Way” – Bunny Lee Production
Delroy Wilson – “Once Upon A Time” –
Alternate Cut - “Once Upon A Time”
King Tubby – “How Long Version” (Pat Kelly) - Dub– Bunny Lee Production
Billy Wa! Podcast:
Jamaica Way Podcast on a hot summer day in Ohio. Drinking a couple of Red Stripes with Billy Wa. It’s a key afternoon with a dose of Reggae music!
Legends Of Ska Podcast (Interview with Director Brad Klein)
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast presents an in-depth interview with filmmaker Brad Klein. Inspired by the 1996 Cuban documentary of Buena Vista Social Club, twenty years ago, Klein assembled Jamaican greats for his musical reunion documentary film Legends of Ska. The film features footage from two live stage shows and artist interviews with an array of greats from the original ska era, including Owen Gray, Prince Buster, Patsy Todd, Justin Hinds, Stranger Cole, Lord Tanamo, Herman Sang, Phil Chen, Cannonball Bryan, many of the original Skatalites instrumentalists, and engineer Graeme Goodall. 
Director Brad Klein reveals his experiences working with the artists to make the film a reality. Klein also discusses his early work at KUOM am radio and RAS Record Company. 
This film is not readily available for viewing, but in 2022, the twentieth anniversary of the film’s performances, there is a push for streaming access and showings at select theatres. This critical historical film showcases ska greats in a unique and exciting format. It is a must-see that ranks with films like Deep Roots, Rocksteady, and (in my opinion) The Harder They Come.
https://www.legendsofska.com/about
King Edwards “The Giant” Sound System Podcast (Part One)
King Edwards assembled five complete sound system sets and played throughout Jamaica. When King Edwards began their sound system in 1955, rhythm and blues music from America was a sensation. King Edwards played the most exclusive records by artists that a Jamaican ear preferred. King Edwards was the talk of the town, and they were loved by their followers and feared by opposing sounds.
This music is a sneak peek into the forthcoming book “Two Kings - King Edwards ‘The Giant’ Sound System,” with an expected release date of December 2021 and distribution via Amazon.com.
*Also refer to a written story at www.reggaejamaicaway.com
Bunny Wailer Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast, Episode 15
1.  The Wailers, featuring Bunny Wailer - “Pass It On” – Bunny Wailer (Written by Bunny Livingston Wailer)
2. The Wailers, featuring Bunny Wailer - “Dancing Shoes” – (Written by Bunny Livingston Wailer)
3. “Dancing Shoes” – Bunny Wailer Sings The Wailers LP, 
4. The Wailers, featuring Bunny Wailer - “Let Him Go” – (early) (Written by Bunny Livingston Wailer)
5. Bunny Wailer - “Who Feels It” – (piano clangs) – (Written by Bunny Livingston Wailer)
6. The Wailers - Trenchtown Rock – 
7. The Wailers, featuring - Kingston Twelve Shuffle (with U-Roy) – 
8. The Blue Glaze mento Band – with Bunny Wailer – “We Will Wait”
9. The Original Wailers - “Coolie Plum Tree” – (Remix by Bunny Wailer for Ras Records)
WRUW Broadcast “Two-to-Six Supermix”
This radio program aired on WRUW FM during the Summer 2020 COVID Quarantine. The campus of Case Western Reserve University shut down for the Quarantine, but we were able to sneak into the WRUW studios and broadcast these shows. 
We will feature an entire SUMMER of Reggae shows in the coming weeks. Several unique features are included with Interviews with Andy Capp, Don Carlos, and others. 
Stay tuned into Sound Cloud for “Jamaica Way.”
Here is the four-hour Summer COVID show from WRUW. When COVID hit, and quarantine prevented WRUW disc jockeys from airing regular shows, they contacted Veteran DJs to fill the space. 
I got hold of the coveted Saturday 2-6 pm SUPERMIX. 
Reggae music played all summer long! Plenty of features, interviews, and specials.
Enjoy a little history.
Bob Andy Tribute
April 2020 Jamaica Way Podcast with a Bob Andy Tribute - incl. Interview.
Andy Capp Tribute
Andy Capp Tribute (with Interview) by Rich Lowe of WRUW FM.
Matador Book release – Rodigan Review
David Rodigan mentions the book about Lloyd Daley, “The Matador,” on the BBC.
The book is about Jamaican music producers, but it is also about everyone - especially early Jamaican music history. ​
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast 5-23-20
The four-hour Saturday afternoon Reggae show on WRUW FM in Cleveland, Ohio(2-6 pm)starts with a 75-minute Tribute to the great Bobby Digital of Digital-B!
So great. Plenty of tracks - all singles selections from the Digital-B record label. Mega selections.
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast 4-25-20
WRUW 91.1fm Show Aired 4-25-20
Rhythm and Blues Podcast
Old-time Jamaican sound system tracks from the 1950s and some from the 1960s. The American Rhythm and Blues music played in Kingston, Jamaica - inspired Shuffle and Ska. These are the original tracks accompanied by an interview with selector and music aficionado Horace Bartley from Kingston, Jamaica, who played music on King Edwards Sound System. This is the original sound system, music, and dance hall, man.
This is about as cool as possible- please comment, share, and rate this highly! 
Most importantly - Enjoy!
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast, Linford Anderson (Andy Capp) Special
Linford Anderson worked at Beverley’s (with Leslie Kong), WIRL, Dynamic, FEDERAL (with Richard Khouri), Harry J’s, Joe Gibbs, and with the great Bunny Lee.
Enjoy!
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast, 4-6-20
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast is an ongoing podcast that features Jamaican music of all types. We originated as a radio program on WRUW FM in Ohio for 38 years. This podcast is our way of continuing our Jamaican music selections on into the non-terrestrial radio.
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast, 3-21-20
I’m getting itchy with this Coronavirus isolation and thought it was an excellent move to create another Jamaica Way Podcast. This time, I made a significant change. I approached this podcast as if I was preparing to do my old Friday night radio program on WRUW 91.1fm. So I set up a log sheet of things to discuss, set a start time for a 90-minute-ish LIVE show, and spent a few minutes configuring my audio equipment for a Radio-Style program. It all went as planned - smooth! 
So, all Reggaemusiklovinpeople who have followed my radio program over the years - this is EXACTLY like what we did at WRUW. It’s another show, ready to go, like a fresh batch of biscuits outa the oven.
ENJOY!
Dr. Kenneth Bilby - International Reggae Part 2, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Dr. Kenneth Bilby is an ethnomusicologist who has - studied, taught, and written books and published journal articles about Jamaican music and culture for decades. He has also examined the Maroon culture of Jamaica as well as Obeah practices in Jamaica and elsewhere. Dr. Bilby is the former director for Black Music Research at Columbia College in Chicago and is currently a research associate at The Smithsonian Institute, working on a book about Burru drumming. His recently written musical studies are available in the book Words of Our Mouth, Meditations of Our Heart on Wesleyan University Press.
Dr. Bilby’s reach extends further in this podcast, as he also pursues music worldwide. Dr. Bilby visited our home studios in Ohio to create this Podcast, and we are pleased to present part two of a two-part musical tour that crosses both physical and musical borders.
1. “Mi Raiz” (My Roots) - Lion Reggae –– Columbia 
2. “Harare” Mahesa – Indonesia, 2016 (Gamelan music - fusion reggae)
3. Fred Elie – “Melanze Reggae” – Indian Ocean 
4. “Nwar” – Africaf a.k.a. Blacko – Indian Ocean
5. “Zuna” - Kitio and the Kongomen – DR Congo, Central Africa 
6. Title not available - Takana Zion – Guinea, West Africa 
7. “Thee Thousand People” – Bini Zion – Shashamane, Ethiopia
Dr. Kenneth Bilby - International Reggae Part 1, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Dr. Kenneth Bilby is an ethnomusicologist who has - studied, taught, and written books and published journal articles about Jamaican music and culture for decades. He has also examined the Maroon culture of Jamaica as well as Obeah practices in Jamaica and elsewhere. Dr. Bilby is the former director for Black Music Research at Columbia College in Chicago and is currently a research associate at The Smithsonian Institute, working on a book about Burru drumming. His recently written musical studies are available in the book Words of Our Mouth, Meditations of Our Heart on Wesleyan University Press.
Dr. Bilby’s reach extends further in this podcast, as he also pursues music worldwide. Dr. Bilby visited our home studios in Ohio to create this Podcast, and we are pleased to present part one of a two-part musical tour that crosses both physical and musical borders.
1. “Afrikanaky” – Moyka – New Caledonia, 2014
2. “Isola Ne Cahie” – Brysh Nairo – New Caledonia
3. “Gerant Jarman” – S.O.S. – Wales, 1979
4. “An Gau” – Parti Gun Grog – Wales, circa 2013
5. “Revetica Style” – Logo Mondo – N. Greece
6. “Pou Sou Manga” - Ouzo Power - Quebec, Canada
Rooting For A Cause A001, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Starting in 1982 and after 38 years on the radio in Cleveland, Ohio, on “Night of The Living Dread,” I just ended the program last week. 
WRUW 91.1 FM is a 15,000-watt station where I have always had complete freedom to play our music - way before the internet arrived. The last radio show ended with an outdoor show with a group of Jamaican friends, station members, & longtime listeners like Dennis T., Dancing Dennis, Walt T, Ras Pablo, Jerry C, the A&P crew, and Scorpio, the veteran. It was a great run, but radio has changed significantly. No longer is radio the only source - there are many sources, usually right there on your phone!
So we continue with music for the “Reggaemusiclovinpeople” on this podcast – Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast on Soundcloud and at reggaejamaicaway.com. This will be a regular podcast with Music, Interviews, and talk.
I’ll be here 2-3 times per month, along with my dog Buffy, to play some great music!
Subscribe and check for our website at reggaeJamaicaway.com 
Tracks:
1. Larry Marshall - Mean Girl – Studio One - 1969
2. Jackie Edwards – Mean Girl – “Jackie Edwards” Album – Amo Records - 1980
3. Big Joe – Nine Me Nine – Cry Tuff - 1979
4. Big Joe – Hop On Sister – Cry Tuff - 1979
5. The Aggrovators – Mean Girls Dub – Jackpot - 1975
6. Johnny Clarke - Poor Marcus – Clocktower - 1975
7. King Tubby Version – Poor Marcus – A Harder Version – Jackpot - 1975
8. The Mighty Diamonds – Poor Marcus – Right Time LP - Virgin Records -1 976
Carlos Malcolm Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Carlos Malcolm Podcast!
Lloyd Mason Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Lloyd Mason – Jamaican Pre-Ska - Bass, Flute, Oboe, Piccolo The Val Bennett orchestra was playing dance music at a house party on Lloyd Mason’s street (7th Street in Greenwich Town), and a five-year-old Lloyd snuck out of the house to listen to the orchestra, and he stayed there all night long. “That’s where I belong, and I believe that’s where my music started – right there.” In 1945, at age ten, Lloyd was living with his mother and became unruly. Soon, his father came to get him and brought him to Stony Hill School. Lloyd’s father served in the Jamaican Army with the bandmaster and arranged for this move to teach Lloyd a trade or to learn music. Lloyd was not put into music immediately. He was taken to learn shoe-making. Six months later, the bandmaster came to speak with him, examined Lloyd’s fingers and mouth, handed him a six-hole fife, and said, “You’re going to learn this.” Bass player Cluett Johnson’s brother was also a youth at Stony Hill School, and he played the piccolo. Cluett’s brother taught Lloyd the fife. Roland Alphonso was also at Stony Hill and was playing the slide drum.
     Despite his young age, Lloyd became accomplished at playing the flute with Stony Hill Boy’s Band. Over at the Jamaican Military Band, a man named Spud Murphy was the drum major, flute, and piccolo player. Spud Murphy was much older than Lloyd Mason and was the drum major for the army’s Military Band and the flute and piccolo player for the Stony Hill Boy’s Band. When it came time for Spud Murphy to retire, the military band was challenged as it had no trained members to play the fife. None could read, write, or play the fife. To address this need, the Bandmaster for the Military Band spoke with the bandmaster at Stony Hill about Lloyd’s move to the Military Band. There was no audition for Lloyd Mason after Spud Murphy left. It was obvious who could fit the role. The fellow band members began to call him “Spuddy” or “Boy Mason.” Lloyd was the youngest person in the Jamaican Military Band and was a “young hand.” Marjorie Whylie (well-known educator and Musical Director of The Jamaican National Dance Theatre Company) commented on the work of Mr. Mason, “Lloyd Mason is a well-known bass player who can read music very well and is an absolute asset for musicians in his company.” 
Selected Cuts: 
Off the “I Cover the Water Front” LP Port-O-Jam Records, Recorded at Federal Studios Featuring Cecil Lloyd (Piano), Lloyd Mason (Bass), Roland Alphonso (Tenor Saxophone), Lowell Morris (Drums), Don Drummond (Trombone) “Sometimes I Am Happy” “Loafers and Wristless” “Grooving With The Beat” 
Off the “Jazz Jamaica” LP, Studio One Records, Recorded at Federal Studios Featuring Don Drummond (Trombone), Ernest Ranglin (Guitar), Cecil Lloyd (Piano), Carl McLeod (Drums), Billy Cooke (Trumpet), Tommy McCook (Tenor Saxophone), Roland Alphonso (Tenor Saxophone), Lloyd Mason (Bass). “Calypso Jazz,” “Serenade In Sound” (Featuring Don Drummond), “The Answer” (Featuring Tommy McCook)
Matador Podcast, March 2019, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
The “sound clash” is a public competition by sound systems that play in dance halls and lawns to win the listening crowd’s loyalty. As the record selector for El Paso Sound System, Samuel Phillips—known as “Samuel the First”—describes the time he selected an Audley Rollen recording during a pivotal clash against Ruddy’s Sound at Ruddy’s personal lawn (gathering place): 
There was a group called The Emotions, Audley Rollen. It was Lloyd Matador.
Dr., Kenneth Bilby as our Guest Host -  "Healing In The Balmyard," Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This is another edition of a Mento version excursion with the tune called “Healing in the Balmyard.” The excursion includes a visit by Dr Ken Bilby. Dr. Bilby is an ethnomusicologist with expertise in Jamaican mento and Obeah (in many parts of the world). Rich Lowe of WRUW Radio and Dr. Bilby discuss this song, the musical/cultural origins, and Obeah references within the music. 
This is a unique program, which we were pleased to create with Dr. Billy’s kind assistance. It is a great honor to present this podcast. Listen and enjoy. You will be brighter as a result
Father Killam Podcast (Mento Music), Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
With Dr. Kenneth Bilby
The Podcast features the Jamaican Mento tune “Father Killam.” Numerous versions of the tune and a discussion about the song are played. Ethnomusicologist Kenneth Bilby joins us as we play live versions, rare seven-inch singles, and filed recordings from Jamaica. This mento song has an Obeah theme where an Obeahman is trying to catch a ghost or puppy, causing problems for a woman.
“Jamaica Way Reggae Podcasts by Rich Lowe
Podomatic Podcasts
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/jamaicaway  
*This is not our preferred podcast platform. We have moved to SoundCloud
 
Audley Rollen Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Audley Rollen is a Jamaican singer who has led an active musical career for decades. This career began in the Vere Johns competitions, through the golden era of Reggae, and into modern-day Gospel Reggae recordings. In Vere Johns competitions, Audley Rollen performed with his brother in acrobatics performances such as “The Wisdom Brothers,” where he contorted his body while riding a bicycle. In these competitions, Audley performed with the singing duo Higgs and Wilson, and a very young Audley began to sing The Higgs and Wilson song “Manny Oh.” The youth singing the chart-topping song was the rage for audiences, and Roy Wilson began to guide Audley in vocal technique. Audley later sang with several area vocal groups – The Leaders, The Progressions (Where he recorded the LP “Reggae To The UK With Love”), and The Emotions. It was Audley’s solo work that opened more doors, leading to working with a variety of producers. Audley worked with Keith Hudson, where he had his first solo hit with “Oh My Darling.” Audley also recorded a series of successful singles with Dennis Alcapone, but possibly the best fit was at Matador Records under the tutelage of Lloyd Daley. Audley Rollins recalls, “Matador does electronics work, and he built some really great amplifiers. Matador was the first person to set up a monitor TV, and he could stay in the back and monitor all the activities in his store by looking at his monitor. I never saw anything like that before. I never knew that was possible!” With Matador, Audley recorded at the best studio on the island – Federal Recording Studio. Daley felt that the sensitivity and depth of Audley’s voice was similar to that of Dennis Brown. While recording The Emotions, Daley recognized the uniqueness of Audley’s voice and encouraged his solo career. From that point, Audley began recording solo performances with Matador Records. “Repatriation Is a Must” was the first solo recording and was a monster hit in Jamaica and Europe. As a gospel recording artist, Audley has recorded three albums, “Why Worry When You Can Pray Room At The Cross” and “He’s Made a Way.” Audley received the “Gospel Song of The Year Award” for his release “Why Worry When You Can Pray.” In 2014, Audley Rollen received The Lifetime Achievement Hall of Fame Award at the International Reggae and World Music Awards. Audley Rollen has recorded over ten albums and countless singles. The extent of Audley’s career has yet to be fully documented. Look for more information on Audley Rollen in the future at www.ReggaeJamaicaWay.com. Please listen to this podcast and enjoy Audley Rollen’s musical offerings.
 
Herman Sang Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Jamaican-born Herman Sang played and recorded as a pianist and keyboardist during a critical period in the evolution of Jamaican music – The Shuffle Era. Sang then moved into a Golden era of Jamaican Ska music in a position of great prominence. He was the bandleader for the City Slickers, The Alley Cats, and The Hersang Combo and was a formal member of the Jiving Juniors (with Derrick Harriott, Claude Sang Jr., Eugene Dwyer, and Maurice Winter). Herman Sang performed and recorded on piano/keyboards with The Skatalites and The Vagabonds. 
Derrick Harriott and Jimmy James were group leaders and colleagues to Sang and were the main rivals of Byron Lee and The Dragonaires. Lee played in a formal dance band and routinely sent a “little Chinese guy” to check out Harriott’s and James’s shows and see what they were doing. None had much training and played a lot of calypso. Granville Williams played with The Dragonaires, and Byron Lee taught himself to play the bass guitar. In the early days, Byron Lee played the bass, but later had another bassist play for the band; they spent a short time (three months, playing at the Parisienne and the Copa by the Kingston Airport) with Kes Chin and the Souvenirs and worked closely on music recorded by The Blues Blasters. 
EARLY YEARS:
Herman Sang grew up in a musical home with a piano available for practice and a father who played the organ. Herman’s father played organ with a group called “The Frats Quintet,” which performed at weddings and other large functions. Sang recalls, “My father is Claudius Archibald Sang; he played the organ at The Lincoln Kirk Presbyterian Church for 30 years. My four brothers and I took turns manually pumping the church organ in the back as my father played. We went to church for 30 years, every Sunday. When I started playing music with the Jiving Juniors, my father never liked that. He called it ‘Boogie Woogie Music.’” JIVING JUNIORS Herman’s brother – Claude Sang Jr., formed a singing duo with Derrick Harriott called The Jiving Juniors. Claude was a schoolmate of Derrick Harriott at Excelsior College in Jamaica, and the two entered and won the Vere John’s Talent Show at The Palace Theatre in 1957. This Talent Show victory drew attention from both Coxson Dodd and Duke Reid, who were dominant sound system owners in Kingston looking for talent to record exclusive music for play in the dancehall. Claude and Harriott enlisted Herman to play piano on all their shows and, eventually, their recordings.
Herman Sang comments, “I was still going to school at Kingston College, and we would play in Kingston and outside the area. ‘Claude and Harriott’ composed a song called ‘Lollipop Girl.’ That was a big hit! I thought we were gonna do it for Coxson, but somehow we ended up doing it for Duke Reid. This was Coxson’s big rival. I don’t remember him saying anything to me about it. We went on to be very popular, covering songs by The Coasters group. We had big shows where we opened for Lloyd Price, Fats Domino, and James Brown.” “With the Jiving Juniors I was more or less asked to help get the recordings for Derrick Harriott. I hadn’t been in the recording studio before. We all started off brand new, going into the recording studio. This was all at the small Federal Recording Studio - only 24’ by 30’ in dimension. At the time there was no Treasure Isle or Studio One studios yet. After sessions, Graeme Goodall would have the soft wax cut put it on the cutting lathe and mix down the final cut. If we have 4-5 cuts, we choose the best cut. To make the stamper, we used the soft wax. The product from the stamper would be the vinyl version. Coxson would sometimes make 5-10 soft wax versions and sell them for 5 to 10 pounds.” COXSON DODD Sang was involved with the right people, in the right place, and at the right time. As an 18-year-old piano player, Sang worked with his close friend and Jamaican music pioneer Coxson Dodd in the heart of Kingston, Jamaica, in the year 1958. Jamaica’s music was vibrating and bubbling in preparation to pour out over the world. Starting in the year 1958, the Shuffle era was a relatively short period of time, but marked a surge forward in formation of music played by Jamaicans, recorded in Jamaican studios, and pressed and sold throughout the world. The rolling Shuffle style was influenced by very specific aspects of American Blues, R&B, and Boogie Woogie recordings. The desired sound included vocals that shouted out and horns plentiful. Shuffle became the inspiration for Ska music, and Ska has been revived twice over the decades (now in its “third wave”).
Herman Sang was one of the first musicians to work closely with Coxson Dodd to audition new talent. Sang selected that initial talent to be recorded for Coxson at Federal Studios. Herman explains, “After I left, my role was taken over by Jackie Mittoo. Coxson once told Jackie Mittoo, ‘Why don’t you play this like Herman Sang! When I saw Jackie afterwards when we were living in Toronto, he became very good friends with my brother Gerry Sang. He said – reminding me, ‘It’s a good thing you went into the oil business – you give me a break!’ That was our destiny. I’m so, so sorry he passed on.”
 
John Holt, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Jamaican music singer John Holt recently passed away. What a great singer. John Holt has several very significant qualities that will last over time: Holt was the lead singer for a classic Jamaican harmony group, The Paragons. Holt scored iconic hits with The Paragons like “On The Beach” and “Tide Is High,” which was an early crossover hit. Holt then continued with a solo career and again created smash hits with “Ali Baba,” “Stealing, Stealing,” “Police In Helicopter, and “Up Park Camp.” Holt sang the original of “A Love I Can Feel,” which became one of the most prominent versioned Reggae songs in history. Holt also sang many of the classic Reggae songs and placed his original touch – marking them as Holt classics: “Only A Smile,” “Before The Next Teardrop,” Tribal War,” and “Can I Change My Mind.” John Holt was a Jamaican superstar from a young age, and his career spanned decades of music, from Ska, to Rocksteady, to Reggae, and into modern day Dancehall. Please take a listen to many of his outstanding and more obscure tunes, which are featured in this podcast. 
John Holt selections: (Nov 2014, R. Lowe) 
1. You Must Believe Me, Super Star, Weed Beat, 1976 Dynamic Sounds 
2. I’ve Got To Go Back Home, (same as above) 
3. Since I Met You Baby 
4. Last Thing On My Mind, Slow Dancing, Moodies (NYC), Recorded at HC&F (Phillip Smart) 
5. Why Did You Leave (Written by Leroy Sibbles), (same as above) 
6. Body Language (with Gregory Isaacs), Digital B 7” 
7. Youth Pon De Corner (alt to Police in Helicopter), Jah Guidance 7”, Produced by Junjo Lawes 
8. My Best Girl (with Bounty Killer), Tad’s 7”, 
9. Stick By Me – 
10. Forever I’ll Stay (Featuring Dennis Sindrey on guitar) – 
11. I Cried All My Tears (as John Holt and The Vagabonds), (With Dennis Sindrey on guitar) 
12. John Holt and The Paragons, Darling I Need Your Loving, Studio One For Lovers CD 
13. Reggae From The Ghetto, Trojan Carnival CD 
14. Ghetto Girl, The Trojan Story Volume Two 
15. I Can’t get You Off My Mind – Hutch Music 7”, 1990, NYC 
16. Give Me Some Loving (With Wolfman), (same as above) 
17. Version
18. Stealing – Black Scorpio 7” (Scorpio Treatment) , 1980 
19. Tribal War – Toro 7”, 1978, produced by McKenzie 
20. Carpenter – Jammy$, 1989 
21. Up Park Camp – Jammy$, 1990
 
Elephant Man, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Elephant Man’s music is fun. The music is enjoyable to listen to, and Elephant Man has fun with his music. Usually not too serious, it has some form of gimmick, and it’s packed with energy. Then, add a live performance, and the formula is complete. As a modern-day dancehall artist, Elephant Man has used this formula to bridge his work from the late 90s and has continued to make himself viable. In the arena of gimmickry, Elephant Man is a force. He walked onto the scene with red and orange colored hair alongside Harry Toddler, Nitty Kutchie, and Boom Dandimite as The Scare Dem Crew. Elephant developed catchphrases like “Good To Go,” “Shizzle Mi Nizzle,” and “Bomb A Drop,” and was known by the nickname of Energy God. The nickname relates to Elephant’s well-known stage performances. Elephant comments, “Mi is a man, so ya see me ya see energy. Mi nah put on. Is just me dat. From mi a lickle yout it just deh ya in mi. The fans, they give me the name Energy god. They see mi climb pon de box, mi go up pon the speaker, mi go up pon the iron, mi jump in a de crowd, mi up pon de wire, up pon de fence. Sugar Minott, and Ken Boothe. Ken Boothe say, “Elephant, you a the ungo dj mi see who used to go like me in my time. Fit and physical” Tiger and Lieutenant Stitchie used to jump too. We ah the young generation, so we take it pon the next level. It jus’ the vibe of the people, them enjoy themselves.” Elephant can also chat slackness and was involved in the August 2001 SumFest event where the Jamaican government shut down artists chatting slackness while the artists were performing on stage. Elephant comments, “Jamaica the land of bad word y’know. Some people them ah try use we now fe make an example a what dem do wrong. Artists clash. When dem clash, bottle fling, people get lick. Then the promoter turn it over pon we an’ lef we inna everyting. I didn’t make no clash start. I jus’ curse one bad word, yes. Memba, a beer elder there inna a de show. It depends on how I cuss the badword, because I was just expressing my feeling when I was saying that Malcolm shouldn’t dead. Mi just a vex that Malcolm was dead an’ curse the badword. They just come up pon this profanity thing and everybody try to use the entertainer for bad example.” 
 
Phillip Smart – “Smart Reggae,” Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Phillip Smart distributed This radio program in original form in approximately 1985. The intention was to syndicate the program and it is still being determined if the program continued or not. Mr. Smart also operated a program from New York University’s WNYU radio station called “Get Smart” from 1979 to 2004. Indeed what is aired here was inspired and fueled though the work at WNYU. Phillip Smart was a recording studio owner, recording engineer, producer, radio host, and one that must be remembered in Jamaican music history. Mr. Smart worked with King Tubby as an apprentice until a move to New York City in 1976. In New York City, Mr. Smart started the HC&F recording studio. Enjoy this vintage radio program. It will make you smarter.
 
Bunny Rugs Tribute, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Bunny Rugs was an early member of Inner Circle, worked as an earlier duo member with “Bunny & Ricky,” and recorded “Freedom Fighter” and “Bushweed Corntrash,” but he is best known as the front man for Third World. Bunny had a magnificent voice that he maintained throughout his career. His voice was strong, powerful, and commanding. It’s hard to separate Bunny Rugs from Third World as the image is solid and cohesive. When William Clark – Bunny Rugs passed away, we played his music in tribute for two hours. Our selections included two solo albums, “Talking To You” on Shanachie and “Time,” which was released in 2012. More treasures are contained in the Third World recordings. There were dozens of releases to choose from, and we built a “top ten” on the spot based on listener calls and requests. Bunny Rugs joined Third World after Milton Hamilton left in 1976. In the following decades, the core group of Third World consisted of Bunny Rugs, Irvin “Carrot” Jarrett, Michael “Ibo” Cooper, Stephen “Cat” Coore, Richie Daley, and Willie Stewart. 
Third World recorded for the Island/Mango label and allowed for high-quality recordings to accompany the skilled instrumentalists that are Third World. Most members of the Third World are unique in their formal musical training. As part of their performances, Cat Coore would bring out his cello and play a reggae-laced song with that rich classical feel that the cello provides. Third World stood out in what might be called a “golden era” of reggae bands of the 70s-80s in Jamaica. Third World’s style set them apart – they were crossing over into American Soul with songs like “Now That We Found Love” and Try Jah Love.” The music is deep and soulful with a smooth groove, very different from today’s sound. Third World’s legacy is strong in lyrical content. Rastafari, culture, and social issues were always a focus—a focus which was not altered. Tracks like “Cold Sweat,” “Jah Glory,” “African Woman,” and “Shine Like A Blazing Fire” convey this reliable, rootsical message. The uptown Third World bridged the message from the heart of Jamaica and worked alongside the greats in reggae music history as partners. Bunny Rugs was a great singer; as a group, Third World is great in the studio and on vinyl, and when performing live, they are a joy.
 
Luciano, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Jamaica Way - Luciano – The Messenger We spoke with Luciano, and he commented on Rastafari and his visit to Africa. This podcast features that commentary along with Luciano’s unusual singles- in the sense that they are all 7” releases not thought to be widely distributed (not on albums or major labels). In the late 80s – early 90s, Luciano recorded dubplates for neighborhood sounds until he and Ricky Trooper crossed paths. Trooper recognized Luciano’s singing ability and took him to the Aquarius recording studio in Half Way Tree Square. Fatis Burrell of Exterminator Productions managed Luciano along with Sizzla and Turbulence at a time of dramatic growth of the Bobo Dread movement. Over time, Luciano expanded his recording limitlessly, recording on singles, albums, and under contract with International labels. Luciano does not believe in overexposure. In the early 1980s when Yellowman and singer Don Carlos released volumes of singles and albums, some felt that recording and releasing too much would be harmful to an artist. Overexposure appears to be a thing of the past as the baritone voice of Luciano has benefitted from recording widely, now with over 40 albums in his wake. *Thanks to the Central Village Crew from Cleveland – Survivalist, Sparticus, Willpower, and Tan. (Original tracks – songs not played to full length, but plenty for you to enjoy. The intention is to encourage you to buy Luciano’s music and support the artists and producers. Visit your local music shop, www.ebreggae .com, or even www.Amazon.com to get hold of some great Reggae music. 
TRACKS: 
World Peace – John John – Lloyd James Junior – 7” 
Hail Rastafari – Reggae Central – 2006 – 7” 
Good Times – Mac Dada – 7” 
All Fruits Ripe – Junk Yard – Scarkmooch – 7” 
World Leaders – Roots Rockers Music – 7” 
Rock and Come In – Thompson Sound – Kevan Thompson – 7” 
Fire and Ice – Main Frame Records – 7” 
What Is Man – South Block – Michael Sterling – 7” 
When Will Things Change (with Tony Rebel) – Big League – 7”
 
Bounty Killer Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Bounty Killer – “The Poor People’s Governor” – with Beenie Man Clash Discussion & Chunes Bounty Killer, a.k.a Rodney Price, is one of the Kings of The Clash as well as being tops in the field of Dancehall artists from Jamaica. Bounty helped boost Reggae International by playing a critical role. Bounty Killer is a clash DJ – very blunt and in your face. In the late 90s and 2000s, Bounty’s hardcore style was identifiable to the Hip Hop audience and helped to pull in those listeners to Jamaican music. Bounty blended hardcore with down-to-earth cultural lyrics and built a foundation that others utilized to push Reggae music even further. Still, Bounty has been prolific and continues to record in incredible volume and tour the world today. In the process, Beenie Man stepped in and crossed Bounty. Beenie is a self-described “adaptor.” Like water, he can fill any space and take on that form. On the tune “Wicked Man,” Beenie used some of the style that Bounty had perfected in “Spy Fi Die.” Bounty took offense, and the conflict was formed. The hatred shared between the artists took the form of Reggae Sting Clashes as well as song-to-song counteractions over the past 20 years. This podcast features many of those songs. What we did do was provide only portions of the songs to encourage you to seek out the tunes for purchase at your local record shop, on iTunes, or from Ernie B’s Reggae online. This way, the artists can benefit. Hit “like” if you like this podcast – It will help us broadcast this to a broader audience. More at www.reggaejamaicaway.com Tunes: Eclipse Riddim – Version Gun Heaven – Bounty Killer Spy Fi Die – Bounty Killer Wicked Man – Beenie Man Who Tell Him Dweet – Bounty Killer Cah Puff Mi Chest – Beenie Man Dat Idiot Song Deh - Beenie Man Run Inna War – Bounty Killer Eclipse Riddim - Version Other Tracks in the series of counteractions - Kill Dikey - Bounty Killer Nah Talk Too Long - Beenie Man 
 
Prince Jazzbo, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Prince Jazzbo was a Jamaican DJ and was very successful as a Producer of Reggae music with his Ujama record label. Jazzbo started as a DJ on Killa Whip sound in the Homestead area of Spanish Town. At A dance between Killa Whip and Ruddy’s Sound in 1971, Jazzbo “clashed” with the great I-Roy. This clash started some of the first musical “beef” between artists - well before Beenie and Capleton and Tupac and Biggie. More importantly, it was a patron named Coxson Dodd, who was at that dance, invited Jazzbo to Studio One to record the next morning. Jazzbo was there at 5:00 am waiting for Coxson. Prince Jazzbo is from Jamaica’s original school of toasters - alongside U-Roy, I-Roy, Big Youth, Lizzy, Dennis Alcapone, and others. The style of DJ’ing had a unique sound and style in that era. At the time of this interview, Jazzbo was actively producing the artists Horace Ferguson, Horace Andy, Buzz Parker, Little Jazzbo (his son), and Black Thunder out of Belgium. Visit the source: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Prince-Jazzbo/540441745982050.
*Now, if you like what you hear, we encourage you to seek out and purchase great Prince Jazzbo music. Buy his albums in the shops, on I-Tunes, and via Ernie B reggae. 
 
Michael Rose, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Michael Rose is the former lead singer for Black Uhuru and won the very first Grammy Award for “Best Reggae Recording.” Rose’s career has spanned the decades, from a solo career in the 70’s, to the iconic and celebrated lead role of Black Uhuru, and onward to a solo career. Rose has had the unique opportunity to transition into modern-day dancehall with success. Early on (the 1970s-1980s) and outside of Black Uhuru, Rose recorded only a sparse amount of singles compared to his contribution in the last 15-20 years. Rose now stands on a mountain of reggae releases from many producers. Michael Rose has a trademark “chanting” style - if you have not heard him, listen and you will find out. This singing style has been adopted by numerous other artists (Yami Bolo, Junior Reid, and the band Black Sheep). In this episode, we cover the many years of recordings in the career of Michael Rose. Interview by Rich Lowe reggaejamaicaway.com
 
Buju Banton – Interview, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This interview is the most viewed of our posted interviews on YouTube on the channel “Jamaica809.” This podcast also features some of those interviews. If it works well, we will feature more in this format (Your feedback is appreciated). Buju talked about his music throughout the interview, so we thought a podcast would be perfect. During the interview, Buju maintained direct eye contact and was very short and to the point, and I had to work to keep the proper flow. I always listen when people see a favorite artist, and Buju is one of them. Early on, in “The Fencebeater,” Colin Moore told me how great Buju Banton was and how big he would get. Colin was very knowledgeable, and I listened, and Colin was right! A friend told me about seeing Buju at a dance in Kingston in the 1980s before Buju buss big. He said Buju was transitioning to the deep voice style, growling out his lyrics. My friend said that Buju DJ’d for hours and was stepping to the side and spitting up blood. *True story. Whatever you think, Buju Banton is making a journey as an artist and as a man. Plenty of great music and stories along the way. If you like this one, we can set up another, as Buju talked about many of his tunes. 
Tracks: 
Bogle – Mango Murderer –LP Til’ Shiloh 
Panhead - African Princess – LP African Princess 
Operation Ardent – LP Best Of 
Gal Fi Beg – LP Dancehall 101 Vol. #3 
Tribal War (with Tony Rebel, Terry Ganzie, Brian & Tony Gold) 
Yes Buju - Gargamel 
I Am Innocent – Blacker Dread
 
Mento Part Two, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Jamaican music - musical history. It is vibrant and fun and a fond memory to many of your relatives. There’s so much we can say, but listen to the Podcast and enjoy! Want more facts? Check out www.reggaejamaicaway.com for an article on this very Mento program. 
Mento Part Two – Jamaica Way - March 2013 1. Lord Fly & Dan Williams Orchestra – I Don’t Know 2. Lord Fly - Donkey City 3. Lord Flea – Irene and Yo fr’en 4. Lord Flea - Solas Market Water Come A Mi Eye 5. Lord Power and his Calypso Quintet – Miss Goosey – MRS (Stanley Motta) 6. Count Lasher - Pick Your Choice – MRS (Stanley Motta) 7. Count Owen - Melody D’Amour 8. Hubert Porter with the Jamaican Calypsonians – Mass Charley Bell – LP Calypsos From Jamaica – TIMES 9. Monty Reynolds & His Shaw Park Calypso Band – Car Park – Motta’s 10. Arthur Knibbs & Cecil Knott & His Joybell Orchestra – Soldier Man - Motta’s 11. Clyde Hoyte & The George Moxey Quartet – Montego Calypso – MRS (Stanley Motta) 12. Sugar Belly –Peel Head John Crow – The Return of Sugar Belly – Techniques – 13. Lord Melody – Booboo Man (Mama Look at Booboo) – Jump Up Carnival LP- Live 1956- (1951?) (Emory Cook) 14. Harry Belafonte – Spoken word – “Lord Melody “Melo” the Man and his Music” 15. Harry Belafonte and Nat King Cole - Mama Look at Booboo – Live NBC Television -1957 16. Show Mighty Sparrow – Mamma Look at Booboo (with guitar accompaniment) – “Lord Melody “Melo” the Man and his Music” 17. Lord Burgess – Rum and Cocoanut Water – Calypso Serenaders LP – Stinson Records – Granada Hills, California 18. Ken Boothe Interview – Discusses Vere Johns and Bim & Clover 19. Bim & Clover – Wife and Sweetheart – 20. Bim and Bam – (Jokes) and Song “Kill ‘im” - Laugh with Bim and Bam - Pama
 
Ricky Tenn, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Everything Green is a riddim created by artist/Producer Ricky Tenn, aka Montana Green. This is a riddim you have probably yet to hear, as it was produced by Ricky Tenn and had limited distribution. Still, top-shelf artists are featured, and it has a great sound. As I was spinning the original seven-inch releases, I started searching the collection for the Gregory & Ricky combination single that Ricky Tenn released on his Tenn Star record label. I found it along with an old interview with Ricky. Ricky Tenn was a close friend of Gregory Isaacs, so we discussed that connection and shared a few stories (that I can tell) of Ricky Tenn. “Everything Green” Riddim Daweh Congo – Strong – Sa Dos 7” 2002 Junior Reid – Misidentification Josey Wales – Thug Life Everything Green Version Pinchers – Somebody Like Me Montana Green – (aka Ricky Tenn) –Top A Top George Nooks – Gregory Isaacs & Ricky Tenn - Jimmy John - Tenn Star Records Interview Ricky Tenn- WRUW Radio 22 Dec 2000 
 
James Bond Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This podcast features James Bond’s association with the island of Jamaica. Jamaica is exotic, remote, and mysterious, which fits so well for Ian Fleming’s novels. Fleming lived in Jamaica at Goldeneye and loved the island’s culture, people, flora, fauna, and much more. James Bond and Jamaica have had strong connections for over 50 years. This podcast focuses on that connection with discussions by Don Topping (Radio announcer and actor in To Live and Let Die) and with Keith Lyn (Lead singer for Byron Lee and The Dragaonaires, also featured in Dr. No). We also supply numerous tunes from Dr. No and James Bond music with an Island flavor. Enjoy, and please provide us with comments & feedback! Selections: James Bond theme - John Barry Orchestra Skatalites - James Bond - Keith Lyn Interview Jump Up - Eric Rodgers James Bond Theme - Roland Alphonso Don Topping Interview Mango Tree - Eric Rodgers James Bond Girl - The Cimarons 
 
“Tribute” – Part Three, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This episode features Carlton Barrett, Slim Smith, Nitty Gritty, King Tubby & Freddie McKay. Be sure not to miss the Carlton Barrett and King Tubby features; those are the best! This is a rebroadcast from a 1994 radio program we compiled on artists in Jamaican music who had passed away. We have 52 that we featured in a magazine called The Reggae Directory, most of which are featured here in audio form. Thanks for your support so far; we appreciate all your comments on the SoundCloud site. Be sure to “like” us, subscribe, and press some of those buttons! If you are on iTunes, we are also available here at “JamaicaWay.” More to come, so be on the lookout! Featured: Carlton Barrett, Slim Smith, Nitty Gritty King, Tubby Freddie McKay
 
Barry G, Part Three, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This is the third and final episode of the Barry G specials. Barry G played an instrumental role in the explosion of Yellowman in 1982 after the Tastee Talent Show victory by Yellowman (Beenie Man took second place in 1982). We feature a 1983 interview with Winston Foster (Yellowman), where he discusses Barry G and then talks with Barry G about King Yellowman’s rise to fame. Next is a JBC studio visit with Shabba Ranks, more radio clips, and a discussion on the Royal Philharmonic John Holt show where Barry G was an MC. Barry G then interviews Miguel Lorne about the Bob Marley estate in 1989. *Many thanks to Barry G for his assistance in this Podcast, to Yellowman, whom we spoke with so many years ago, to David Rodigan, the great Mikey Dread, Don Topping, the A&P Crew from Ohio, and everyone else who has assisted in the creation of this podcast. Segments: Yellowman Interview (1983) Barry G Interview (2006) Yellowman at Reggae Sunsplash (5 August 1982, Jarrett Park Montego Bay) Barry G Interviews Shabba Ranks on JBC radio John Holt, Time, with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Barry G interviews Miguel Lorne on the Bob Marley Estate, 1989 Barry G Interview Continued... 
 
Barry G, Part Two, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Barry G is the “Boogeyman” down in JA. Barry G is also Barrington Seymour Gordon, a sophisticated Jamaican radio announcer since 1975. He has worked at JBC, RJR, Power 106, Hot 102, and KLAS and now hosts an afternoon slot at Mello FM 88.5. Barry G is also known for his work with Yellowman in the early 1980s, which helped to boost Yellowman into the international market. This podcast features Barry G’s work with England’s David Rodigan and Barry G’s sound system - Wha Dat Sound. Barry and Rodigan had radio clashes during 1983-1989 in JA and performed a series of shows throughout Jamaica. Years later, they hosted a massive show in New York City. These “radio clashes” (as Ricky Trooper would call them) were a phenomenon. We hope that this podcast captures a fraction of that excitement, and as a result, you may get hooked! Calling all ReggaeMusicLovinPeople!
 
Barry G, Part 1, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This is a 1990 recording of Barry G on RJR Radio. Barry G talks about Sunslpash 1990, plays Dennis Brown tracks, and takes calls from listeners throughout Jamaica. It was a hot afternoon with an electrical storm. You can hear the electrical interference over the radio waves during the show. So, sit back and imagine you are listening to YOUR radio in Jamaica in 1990 and enjoying the Boogeyman! **Soon come - A Barry G special with interviews, Wha Dat sound selections, and radio clashes between Barry and Rodigan! That will be the next program that we feature... this is just to warm you up!
 
Dancehall 1980s, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
As promised, a podcast committed to 1980’s Dancehall. Many tunes are accompanied by artist interviews, most recorded in the 1980s. A couple are poor in quality but that much more precious. This is one of my favorite periods of Jamaican music, and we hope you enjoy it! *There’s more where this came from! Jamaica Way - 80s Dancehall 1. Tiger - Puppy Love - 7” 2. Eek A Mouse – Assassinator – Heartbeat - 1984 3. David Rodigan Vs. Barry G – Live – NYC – 1985 4. Peter Metro – DJ of the Year – Witty’s – 1985 5. Yellowman & Home T 4 – Mr Consular – S & R – 1985 6. Beenie Man & Hurricane Hutchie – Put Back The Music – Qualified – 1988 7. Half Pint – Cost of Living – RA 8. Little John & Josey Wales – Dance & Studio – Powerhouse – 1986? 9. Lord Sassafrass – Raiding Party – 1982? 10. General Trees – Mash Mouth Bus – Kangal 7” - 1987 11. Josey Wales & Little John - Dance & Studio 7”
 
Winston Riley – Techniques Records, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Winston Riley very recently passed away. He is one of the best in Jamaican musical history: A producer, singer, record shop owner, and record label owner. Riley’s Techniques record label produced rich, quality sound for decades. Over the years, we have collected Techniques music, and this podcast features only 7” singles straight from Kingston, Jamaica, on the Techniques record label. We feature more unusual recordings this go-round, so take time to enjoy these tracks, as there are some great releases from a Jamaican hit-maker that must be remembered. Got that? Track Listing: (All tracks on the “Techniques” record label unless otherwise noted) Anthony Malvo & Tiger - Coime Back To Me’ Max Romeo - Evening News The Techniques and Lady G - Samfie Lover Ansil Collin - Far East Special- Riley Inc label Tiger and Gregory Isaacs - She Give Me Hic-Up Carl Dawkins - Satisfaction Flourgon - One Foot Skank Red Dragon - Agony Papa San and Lady G - Legal Rights Admiral Tibet - Terrorist Slim Smith - My Conversation Jimmy Riley - Prophesy Johnny P - Don’t Watch Me Buju Banton, E. Wilson, M Christie - Do Dem Something. 
 
Dancehall Mixx Part 1, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
More Dancehall mixes. This episode includes Warning, 100 Watt, Ginseng, and the Gully Slime Riddims. These are original mixes of these retro riddims. Plenty of artists featured on each riddim, lasting approximately one hour. We’re piecing together a range of shows, including spoken word, Dancehall riddims, artist features, subject focus, etc. Ultimately, the goal is to cover various areas to see what gets the best reception, so let us know what you like! Also, forward your favorite JA Way show to a friend so they can listen. It’s worth what you pay for it! Riddims: 
Warning 
100 Watt 
Ginseng 
Gully Slime
 
Dancehall Mixx Part 2, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
Once again, Dancehall Reggae is surging internationally. Classique Reggae, Ska, and Rocksteady hold their position with great substance, but Dancehall is in huge demand. I say give the people what they want! In response, here is a mix of Dancehall Reggae riddims for your musical pleasure. Jamaica Way Dancehall Mix: 
Double Joint 
Look Gal 
Long Time Ago 
Bandalero
 
The Bob Marley Dubplate Podcast, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This episode is all about the Bob Marley dubplate. 
Many sounds have claimed to be a Bob Marley Dubplate. This program features dubs/specials/exclusives from David Rodigan, Jah Love/Gemini Sounds, King Jammy$, and Killamanjaro. Also featured are interviews with Roger Steffens, David Rodigan, Jah Wise of Tippa Tone, Ricky Trooper, Candy Man (Kandi Man), Froggy of Pieces & Modd Squad Sounds, and Albert Griffiths. Is there an authentic Bob Marley Dubplate? Listen and find out. We also touch on the concept of the dubplate, the special, exclusive, and soft wax. Reggae, dancehall, Tuff Gong, Jamaica, West Indies, Ska Rocksteady, Chris Blackwell, Kingston. Track Order: David Rodigan Interview Owen Gray & King Stitt, “On The Beach,” Dancehall ‘63 LP, Studio One King Jammy$ Sound, “Mellow Mood” Dubplate/special Froggy of Pieces & Modd Squad Sound, Interview Roger Steffens Interview Bob Marley, “Babylon Feel This One,” Gemini Sound, 1978 Ricky Trooper Interview Killamanjaro vs. Poison Dart, 1995, “Bad card” Dubplate/special David Rodigan Interview Bob Marley, “Iron Lion Zion,” mixed by Shawnie B, 1997 David Rodigan vs. Katarock, “Crazy Baldheads,” Bunny Wailers Intro Jah Wise of Tippa Tone Sound, Interview, April 2000 Albert Griffiths Interview, 2004 Candy Man Interview Candy Man, “Alaska,” Marley Culture CD, Sweetbeat Records, 1998
 
Coxson Dodd – Studio One Discussions, Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast
This version of the Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast is spoken word only. It features discussions about the great Coxson Dodd and Studio One. We are pleased to offer interviews for you to listen to from Monty Alexander, Don One, Dennis Brown, Ken Boothe, Coxson Dodd, Freddie McGregor, Tony Screw, Keith Lyn (of Byron Lee & The Dragonaires), Sister Ignatius of Alpha School, and the great engineer Graeme Goodall (Mr. Goody”). This interview collection was completed by Rich Lowe of WRUW Radio and The Reggae Directory Magazine. Years ago, we published an issue of The Reggae Directory that consisted entirely of Coxson Dodd. Interviews are strung together and are on the topics of Studio One. We hope you enjoy this slightly different version of The Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast. There is a lot of great information here. Subjects include Jamaica Brentford Road, Kingston, reggae, ska, rocksteady, mento, Musik City, Downbeat sound, piano styling, Federal Studios, The Clarendonians, Alpha School, The Skatalites, Don Drummond, and much more. 
Enjoy - more to come... Rich Lowe
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast (September 2023)
With Special Guest Carlton Patterson (A King Tubby Colleague)

​Carlton Patterson is a Jamaican singer, producer, songwriter, & record shop owner. He produced music in the mid-1970s and worked closely with Osbourne Ruddock a.k.a. King Tubby on dub mixes of his music. His productions enjoy the trademark Tubby mixing style. When Tubby often handed over mixing duties to his engineers Pat Kelly, Scientist, Professor, Phillip Smart, or Prince Jammy, it was Carlton Patterson who enjoyed special attention from King Tubby to create dub mixes of his songs. 
This podcast features an hour-long listening session with Carlton Patterson himself. He selects the tracks and discusses many aspects of the recordings with your host Rich Lowe.

Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast - July 15, 2023

Jamaica Way Reggae episode released on July 15, 2023 -- featuring tunes by Louie Rankin, Bob Andy, John Holt, Dennis Brown, and a short interview with Carlton Patterson! Visit our Soundcloud page to have a listen.

Episode 14 - Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast

WRUW On-Air 2-6 Super Mix Special with Rich Lowe

​Released on 25 April 2020
WRUW 91.1 FM 2-6 Super Mix with Rich Lowe!

Originally aired on WRUW 91.1 FM on April 25, 2020.

Episode 13 - Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast

​Rhythm & Blues - Jamaican Style

​Released on 24 April 2020
Old time Jamaican sound system tracks from the 1950s and some from the 1960s. The American Rhythm and Blues music that was played in Kingston, Jamaica - inspiring Shuffle and Ska. These are the original tracks accompanied by an interview with selector and music aficionado Horace Bartley from Kingston Jamaica, who played music on King Edwards Sound System. This is original sound system music and dance hall, man. This is about as cool as it can get. Enjoy!

​Tracks:

Episode 12 - Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast

Released on 7 April 2020
Linford Anderson worked at Beverley’s (Leslie Kong), WIRL, Dynamic, FEDERAL (with Richard Khouri), Harry J, Joe Gibbs, and with the great
Bunny Lee. Enjoy!

​Tracks:

Episode 11 - Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast

​Released on 6 April 2020
Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast is an ongoing podcast that features Jamaican music of all types. We originated as a radio program on WRUW FM in Ohio that ran for 37 years. This podcast is our way of continuing our Jamaican music selections on into the non-terrestrial radio.
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​Tracks:

"Rooting For A Cause "

Released on 15 September 2019
Tracks:
​1. Larry Marshall - Mean Girl – Studio One - 1969
2. Jackie Edwards – Mean Girl – “Jackie Edwards” Album – Amo Records - 1980
3. Big Joe – Nine Me Nine – Cry Tuff - 1979
4. Big Joe – Hop On Sister – Cry Tuff - 1979
5. The Aggrovators – Mean Girls Dub – Jackpot - 1975
6. Johnny Clarke - Poor Marcus – Clocktower - 1975
7. King Tubby Version – Poor Marcus – A Harder Version – Jackpot - 1975
8. The Mighty Diamonds – Poor Marcus – Right Time LP - Virgin Records -1 976

Herman Sang Special

Released on 21 February 2019
Herman’s brother – Claude Sang Jr., formed a singing duo with Derrick Harriott, called The Jiving Juniors.  Claude was a schoolmate of Derrick Harriott at Excelsior College in Jamaica and after the two entered and won the Vere John’s Talent Show at The Palace Theatre in 1957.  Claude and Harriott enlisted Herman to play piano on all of their shows and eventually their recordings.  Herman Sang comments, “I was still going to school at Kingston College and we would play in Kingston and also outside the area. ‘Claude and Harriott’ composed a song called ‘Lollipop Girl.’  That was a big hit!  We went on to be very popular covering songs by The Coasters group.  We had big shows where we opened for Lloyd Price, Fats Domino, and James Brown.”  

​The Secret Origins of The Fencebeater – Colin Moore

PictureColin Moore (left) with Ray Hurford (right).
This podcast is taken from a March 1992 cassette interview by Ray Hurford (of Small Axe) with The Fencebeater. The Fencebeater is a man by the name of Colin Moore. Colin was a very active member of the London Reggae community, produced reggae on vinyl and CD (including Kendrick Andy’s CD “Another Night in The Ghetto”), and wrote for the reggae magazine “Small Axe.” Ray Hurford is the Editor of Small Axe and has been publishing books and magazines from the late 1970’s until present date. Colin Moore passed away at a young age from a heart attack a number of years ago. 
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We had been searching for the cassette used in this podcast for a few years and have just recently located it. The cassette is a rambling discussion between Hurford and Moore. The duo review years of music reviews by Moore in the pages of “Small Axe” and try to track the secret origins of the first use of the title “Fencebeater.” Moore also sent two cassette tapes with musical selections, a portion of which is included in this podcast. If there is demand, another podcast can be created which can include a full selection by The Fencebeater. Colin’s selections were influenced by this writer, so there are numerous Supercat and Michael Rose tracks. If you want more of Colin’s selections, we would just need some comments made in Podomatic. 

As you will discover in this podcast, Colin Moore has a great voice for radio and has great knowledge of Jamaican music. Whether you knew Colin Moore or not, there is a great deal to be learned from what is said in this podcast and also in his never-ending interest in Jamaican music and culture. Colin’s style and approach to the music is to be admired. He was a positive person, was generous and genuine. When I visited Colin in 1994, he gave me a big stack of his duplicate vinyl. We had a great discussion as we recorded a cassette as Colin relayed an ocean of details on each selection. 
This podcast is also a feature on the magazine and books by Small Axe. Many of which are available to this day. If you would like to purchase the magazines and books discussed in this podcast, just visit the Small Axe website: 
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/smallaxe/

We hope you enjoy this bit of history with a snapshot of The Fencebeater.

Buju Banton - Interview and Music

This interview is the most viewed of all of our posted interviews on Youtube at the channel “Reggae Jamaica Way.” This podcast also features some of that interview. If it works well, we will feature more in this format (your feedback is appreciated). Throughout the interview, Buju talks about his music, we thought a podcast would be perfect. During the interview, Buju maintained direct eye contact most all the time and was very short and to the point and I had to work to keep the proper flow. 
I always listen when people site a favorite artist and Buju is one of them. Early on “The Fencebeater” Colin Moore told me how great Buju Banton was and how big he was going to get. Colin was very knowledgeable and I listened and Colin was right! A friend told me about seeing Buju in a dance in Kingston in the 1980’s before Buju buss. He said Buju was just transitioning to the deep voice style, growling out his lyrics. My friend said that Buju dj’d for hours and was stepping to the side and actually spitting up blood. *True story. 

Whatever you think, Buju Banton is making a journey as an artist and as a man. Plenty of great music and stories along the way. If you like this one, we can set up another as Buju talked about many of his tunes.

Tracks:
Bogle – Mango 
Murderer –LP Tiul’ Shiloh 
Panhead - African Princess – LP African Princess 
Operation Ardent – LP Best Of 
Gal Fi Beg – LP Dancehall 101 Vol. #3 
Tribal War (with Tony Rebel, Terry Ganzie, Brian & Tony Gold) 
Yes Buju - Gargamel 
I Am Innocent – Blacker Dread

James Bond in Jamaica

SUMMARY
This podcast features James Bond's association with the island of Jamaica. Jamaica is exotic, remote, and mysterious and that how it fits so well for Ian Fleming's novels. Fleming lived in Jamaica at Goldeneye and loved the island's culture, people, flora and fauna and much more. James Bond and Jamaica have had strong connections for over 50 years. 

This podcast focuses on that connection with discussions by Don Topping (Radio announcer and actor in To Live and let Die) and with Keith Lyn (Lead singer for Byron Lee and The Dragaonaires, also featured in Dr. No). We also supply numerous tunes from Dr. No and James Bond music with an Island flavor. 

Enjoy and please supply us with comments & feedback! 

Tracks:
James Bond theme - John Barry Orchestra 
Skatalites - James Bond - 
Keith Lyn Interview 
Jump Up - Eric Rodgers 
James bond Theme - Rolad Alphonso 
Don Topping Interview 
Mango Tree - Eric Rodgers 
James Bond Girl - The Cimarons   

Mento from Jamaica Pt. Two

This is great Jamaican music from musical history. It is vivacious and fun and a fond memory to many of your relatives. There's so much that we can say, but listen to the Podcast and enjoy! 

Tracks:
1. Lord Fly & Dan Williams Orchestra – I Don’t Know 
2. Lord Fly - Donkey City 
3. Lord Flea – Irene and Yo fr’en 
4. Lord Flea - Solas Market Water Come A Mi Eye 
5. Lord Power and his Calypso Quintet – Miss Goosey – MRS (Stanley Motta) 
6. Count Lasher - Pick Your Choice – MRS (Stanley Motta) 
7. Count Owen - Melody D’Amour 
8. Hubert Porter with the Jamaican Calypsonians – Mass Charley Bell – LP Calypsos From Jamaica – TIMES 
9. Monty Reynolds & His Shaw Park Calypso Band – Car Park – Motta’s 
10. Arthur Knibbs & Cecil Knott & His Joybell Orchestra – Soldier man - Motta’s 
11. Clyde Hoyte & The George Moxey Quartet – Montego Calypso – MRS (Stanley Motta) 
12. Sugar Belly –Peel Head John Crow – The Return of Sugar Belly – Techniques – 
13. Lord Melody – Booboo Man (Mama Look at Booboo) – Jump Up Carnival LP- Live 1956- (1951?) (Emory Cook) 
14. Harry Belafonte – Spoken word – “Lord Melody "Melo" the Man and his Music” 
15. Harry Belafonte and Nat King Cole - Mama Look at Booboo – Live NBC Television -1957 
16. Show Mighty Sparrow – Mamma Look at Booboo (with guitar accompaniment) – “Lord Melody "Melo" the Man and his Music” 
17. Lord Burgess – Rum and Cocoanut Water – Calypso Serenaders LP – Stinson Records – Granada Hills, California 
18. Ken Boothe Interview – Discusses Vere Johns and Bim & Clover 
19. Bim & Clover – Wife and Sweetheart – 
20. Bim and Bam – (Jokes) and Song “Kill ‘im” - Laugh with Bim and Bam – Pama

Jamaica Way Reggae Podcast - Tribute

SUMMARY

This podcast features music and history from Toyan, Fathead, Major Worries, Lui Lepke, Don Drummond, and Duke Reid. 

This is a re-airing of a 1993 broadcast from WRUW fm radio where we featured a musical version of a magazine that featured information on 52 Jamaican music artistes who had passed away. This podcast has a great interview with Yellowman where he discusses the passing of Fathead as well as detailed information of Don Drummond and Duke Reid. Enjoy!
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