Dr. Dread, owner of RAS Records, first heard this album when it was released on an obscure Jamaican label in 1979; his subsequent meeting with Broggs in Kingston led to the establishment of the RAS label and its first release, which was Broggs' second album (Rastafari Liveth). American reggae fans are very much the richer for that development, since RAS has gone on to become one of the two most important American reggae labels. Broggs' debut, now available on CD for the first time, is distinguished by the watertight playing ...
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Dr. Dread, owner of RAS Records, first heard this album when it was released on an obscure Jamaican label in 1979; his subsequent meeting with Broggs in Kingston led to the establishment of the RAS label and its first release, which was Broggs' second album (Rastafari Liveth). American reggae fans are very much the richer for that development, since RAS has gone on to become one of the two most important American reggae labels. Broggs' debut, now available on CD for the first time, is distinguished by the watertight playing of Roots Radics, led by the mighty team of bassist Flabba Holt and drummer Style Scott. Guitarist Eric Lamont produced the album at Channel One and mixed it at King Tubby's, so the vibe is just spectacular. Unfortunately, it has to be said that Broggs himself is a terrible singer. His delivery, while sincere, is generally pretty low energy, and his pitch is always almost completely off. So while there's no denying the power of the music on tracks like "I Don't Know" and "Forward Natty," you'll find yourself wishing Broggs would quit singing so you could hear it better. ~ Rick Anderson, Rovi
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Add this copy of Progressive Youth to cart. $14.95, good condition, Sold by Meadeco Media rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from VINE GROVE, KY, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Ras Records.
Add this copy of Peter Broggs / Progressive Youth (Ras 3183) to cart. $19.95, like new condition, Sold by 86 Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Maplewood, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Ras Records.
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Like New. Size: 5x0x4; RAS 3183; jewel case, booklet and cover art are in excellent condition; disc is mint; because we care that your order arrives in the condition stated, we have additionally sealed the case in bubblewrap for added protection during shipment.
