Customer Reviews

Children of Jah 1977-79

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I admit I bought this initially because i am a Blood and Fire (the BEST reissue label!) completist, and was struck immediately by the quality of the tracks contained... some of the most beautiful and concious tracks you could hope to dig up are contained within... "Assemble Not Thyself" by the Terrors (WHO???), "Desperate Time" by the Chantells are right up there with the cream of reggae's elite... Phase One's output was not large, but with quality like this - you can tell the label was TRULY a labor of love... Also try to find the equally excellent CD "We Are Getting Bad: The Sound of Phase One"- another NO OVERLAP collection of additional tracks - same era, same amazing quality... BUY THIS CD!

Phase One is probally my favorite label. I have almost everything that is available on this label, which is not much. This set put together by the master Steve Barrow is by far one of the best reggae cds I have listened to. If you are thinking about buying this cd, it is a no brainer just get it.

Those who have alot of this stuff on vinyl must get the cd as well being that the sound quailty is excellent. Just to have a listenable version of Natty Supper is worth it alone.

This stands with the giants of Jamaican music. It's a shame these artists weren't afforded more recognition because the work on this disc is second to none. Lopez Walker, in particular, has to be heard. Simply beautiful. That statement actually applies to all the songs here.
This is a collection of singles released on the Phase One label over twenty years ago. They make their first appearance on CD on this collection along with their dub versions or disco mixes.
The rhythm tracks were supplied by the Revolutionaries and are outstanding. Sly Dunbar must have been touched by God.
Own this at any cost. Overcome all obstacles and get it in your collection.

I knew none of these singers or vocal groups -- and am amazed at how totally beautiful these sounds are. Incredible harmonies and the lyrics are earnest, spiritual cries for justice.. every track has the extended "discomix" -- great steppers riddims. I totally recommend this if you like real reggae music, one of the best I have heard. Ranks with Heart of the Congos, tho' of course the production sound is diffferent.

I've been collecting roots reggae for several years and was surprised that I hadn't heard many of the tracks on the disc. Based on the quality of the Blood and Fire releases, I purchased the disc with out reading any reviews. My friend and I sat down to give it a listen and were mesmerized. All tracks are tight and the quality is superb. It has a great roots feel with simple yet heavy grooves that will make those who don't realize they like reggae ask for a copy. The dubs are nice and the vocal echoes are not out-of-control, like on some dub shots. Every track is hot and most like "Fly Away" but I'm partial to "Trial Days". The opening lines "Here I am standing, I never trouble wicked man..." invokes the vision of a humble Rasta on the street in Jamaica being harassed by police.

After listening to the disc my friend and I checked the reviews. We were not surprised to see this album is highly touted and had to come with a strong review title. To sum it up, get this CD before it is out-of-print and is no longer available.
Rastafari

An album showcasing another smaller time side of Kingston, Phase One studios of Roy Francis. Lopez Walker has to be heard (no joke). All the different artists are wonderful, production is so sharp, on the dot; dubs are light, crisp; all of it rolls: makes the CD great. thank you.

I know nothing about reggae except I like it. This is one the best reggae cd's I have. Want more credibility? A painter friend from NYC was squatting in one of my rooms until he got on his feet financially and he is a huge reggae fan. I put this joint on one morning before heading to work and he saunters into my room and was like - who's that?! - with this whimsical smile of awe on his face.

Yeah - its like that. Buy it!

I've been eyeing this one for awhile and decided to buy this CD based on other Amazon reviews - and boy, am I glad I did.

What can I say that hasn't been said before? This is an awesome album. I love the bass and riddims on all the tracks. It truly is an excellent album and I highly recommend it. If you love reggae music you absolutely can't go wrong with this one!

if you decide to purchase this album, make sure that you are ready to "fly away." fly away to another level of consciousness. this is truly a great album. i cannot get the song "send another moses" out of my head. all songs on the album are great. they are well written and expertly carried out vocal and dub-wise. you must understand that the dub portions on the featured songs are the best dub ever produced.the songs intricately, and at times surprisingly, blend into each other. i wish that i could give this album a rating more than five stars. it is truly a gem.

get it!!!

As an avid fan of SKA, rocksteady, and reggae, I've listened to a variety of albums put out by the major labels promoting the best of Jamaican music. I chose to review this one because it is in my opinion, the best album Blood and Fire has released. These rare cuts exemplify that "good" 70's roots reggae can be hard to find. "Fly Away" by Lopez Walker is perhaps one of the most lovely tracks in reggae. The Chantells track "Children of Jah" melodically invites the listener to sit out the rest of an album which is overall flawless. If you like the Blood and Fire and Pressure Soundz labels, this is by far the best release of the last year.