Catch A-Fire - Treasure Isle Ska 1963-1965

By 1963, Jamaicas dancefloors and airwaves rocked to the recently developed sound of ska - the islands first indigenous style to achieve international success. The sound continued to find favour among home-grown record buyers and dance-goers over the next three years, with few music makers enjoying greater success during this time than Arthur Duke Reid. Since making his mark in the 50s as Jamaicas leading sound system operator, Reid had increased his sphere of influence on the islands music scene by releasing the works of many of the finest local talents on his Duke Reids, Dutchess and Treasure Isle labels. This 2CD set features 48 ska and Jamaican RnB tracks from the producers revered catalogue, highlighting both best-sellers and lesser-known sides that have remained unavailable on any format for almost 60 years. As either a stand-alone compilation or a companion to other Doctor Bird and Trojan releases showcasing the producers early to mid-60s output, Catch A-Fire is an essential addition to the collection of all self-respecting original ska fans.

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Format: CD
Artist: Various Artists
Release Date: 12 August 2022
Genre: Reggae
Label: Dr Bird
Distributor: MGM Music