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 01. Mighty Diamonds "Morgan The Pirate" 02. Mighty Diamonds "Leaders Of Black Countries" 03. Mighty Diamonds "Rude Boys" 04. Mighty Diamonds "No More Will I Roam" 05. Mighty Diamonds "Mother Winney" 06. Mighty Diamonds "Please Be Fair" 07. Mighty Diamonds "Mr Brown" 08. Mighty Diamonds "Do You Want To Spend The Rest Of Your Life Wasting Time" 09. Mighty Diamonds "Don't Burn Your Bridges" 10. Mighty Diamonds "Who's Sorry Now" 11. Mighty Diamonds "Leaders Of Dub" 12. MIGHTY DIAMONDS "Pirates(DJ Version)"
13. Mighty Diamonds "Rude Boy Dub"
14. Mighty Diamonds "Mr Brown Dub"
15. Mighty Diamonds "Pirate Dub"
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 | | Description: | The Mighty Diamonds are one of the most famous vocal groups to come out of the Jamaican reggae scene. Their perfect harmonies ride over the wholesome and Garveyite influenced lyrics to such great effect that they will always evoke memories of that time and place, but also like all great music, it never seems to date. The Mighty Diamonds consist of Donald 'Tappy' Shaw (lead vocals), Fitzroy 'Bunny' Simpson, and Lloyd 'Judge' Ferguson providing those fantastic harmonies. They began their recording career working with producers Stranger Cole and Rupie Edwards but found their breakthrough success with producer Joseph 'Joe Joe' Hookim at the legendary Channel One Studios recording "Hey Girl" and covering two foreign tunes, namely "Country Living" by The Stylistics and "Stoned Out Of Mind" by The Chi-lites, which suited their vocal styles perfectly. The vocal group also cut tracks with other famous producers of the time Joe Gibbs, Gussie Clarke, and Tappa Zukie of which are a focus on this release on. These tunes work perfectly with harmonies, weaving together and lifting the songs to another level. The group also leave some room for a history lesson in the shape of "Morgan The Pirate" and the thought provoking "Do You Want To Spend Your Time Wasting Time". Waste no more and enjoy this set by one of Jamaica's finest vocal groups. "Pirates (DJ Version)" features Tullo T. CD version includes three bonus tracks.? KINGSTON SOUNDS 2011.
? KINGSTON SOUNDS 2011.
Tracks 13 to 15 are bonus tracks on the CD.
Track times are not printed in the booklet or on the CD.
Issued in a standard jewel case with a clear tray and an 8-page stapled booklet. "Leaders Of Black Countries" is a roots reggae CD by the legendary vocal trio The Mighty Diamonds, released by Kingston Sounds/Indigo. The album gathers powerful, conscious tracks that reflect on black identity, social justice, and everyday life in Jamaica, carried by warm harmonies, deep basslines and classic roots arrangements. With its blend of militant lyrics and uplifting melodies, this CD is both a compelling listening experience and a valuable document of 1970s-80s reggae culture, ideal for collectors and newcomers who want to dive beyond the mainstream hits.
The Mighty Diamonds, formed in Kingston's Trenchtown in the late 1960s, are one of Jamaica's longest-running and most influential vocal groups. Known for their silky three-part harmonies and spiritual depth, they helped shape the sound of roots reggae alongside groups like Culture and The Abyssinians. Over the years they recorded for key producers and delivered classics that became standards of the genre, earning them a loyal international following and a reputation as guardians of the roots harmony tradition. Their longevity and consistency on stage and in the studio have made The Mighty Diamonds a cornerstone of Jamaican music history.
The CD "Leaders Of Black Countries" showcases the group in top vocal form, with arrangements that balance rugged, dub-tinged rhythm sections and melodic horn lines. The themes range from pride and resistance to love and everyday struggles, making the album emotionally rich and lyrically engaging. The production preserves an authentic vintage feel, appealing to fans of classic roots as well as to DJs and sound system enthusiasts looking for deep catalogue tracks. Packaged in the CD format, it offers accessible, high-quality sound for home listening, archiving or rediscovering these timeless recordings.
Kingston Sounds/Indigo is known among reggae aficionados for carefully curated reissues and compilations of classic Jamaican recordings. The label places emphasis on sound restoration and on making historically important, sometimes hard-to-find material available again in user-friendly formats like CD. By focusing on respected artists and key eras of reggae, Kingston Sounds/Indigo has built a reputation as a reliable source for authentic roots and vintage sounds, helping to preserve and circulate the musical heritage of Kingston's studios to a global audience. | | | No. of tracks: |
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