18.4.09

ALTON ELLIS SINGS ROCK & SOUL

recently reissued in small quantities as always by portland's champions of sound Mississippi records, this soul-reggae classic from Alton Ellis (who sadly passed away last year) is probably some of his finest work. released in 1967 and recorded at studio one, "Alton Ellis Sings Rock & Soul" is a sweet and soulful departure from the more upbeat rocksteady sounds of the time. Ellis' voice is strong and forward, but just as much smoothed over in a sweet coolness. the horns arrangements are totally unique in my opinion and theres strong catchy melodies aplenty. i wasn't aware how much i was actually playing this record 'till i looked at my last.fm and found that "ain't that lovin' you", probably the most choice track here, was my number one played song over all!

more chilled out old-school summer vibes music to make you wish you weren't reading this but out enjoying the sun, like backyard BBQ style or something. dig in.






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(big up's to oliver, paths are gonna cross soon man!)

3 comments:

  1. DUDE! Thanks again! Have fun on your journey and hit me up when you get back to put something in the air while bumping these tracks! Much Obliged and Godspeed.

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  2. I saw Alton Ellis in high school!! Super smooth dude

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