"New release" from Ronald Merrills aka 'Judah Eskender Tafari' on Daptone Records. Roland passed away in 2020 so the fact that there is a new 45 rpm released is surprising - but a nice one. The other surprise is that this release is on Daptone - a label more known for its soul and funk releases than reggae. Yet it works. This is a solid reggae song (in case you were wondering) with a riddim that is slow and moody- it definitely has a groove. That is ok by the way, because Judah's best songs have always been over slower, melodic riddim tracks. What carries the tune (as always) is his voice. The B side is the dub. You should get it. Take a listen:
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