Various - Jammy's From The Roots 1977 - 1985

this release focuses on the first half of the king jammy's legacy, when he earned himself the moniker of prince jammy working alongside scientist and prince phillip at king tubby's studio in waterhouse. on his return from a long stay in canada jammy's began to establish himself as a formidable producer and engineer from 1978 onward. featured here is the best of his material working in the roots and early dancehall vein before computerized rhythms hit the town in 1985. the much sought after 'pablo in moonlight city' is featured here (the only track pablo recorded for jammy), alongside 'jahovia' which was just recently revisited by johnny osbourne with bitty mclean on bitty's latest album movin' on. monster jamaican / uk hits like junior reid's 'boom shack a lack', half pint's 'mr landlord' and junior delgado's 'love tickles like magic' round up an amazing compilation showcasing the undervalued roots and beginnings of a pioneering reggae producer.