Funk the Reggae Beat - Funk the Reggae Beat [CD]

Explore the fascinating and compelling funky reggae style that emerged when Jamaican music-makers incorporated elements of the global funk explosion of the late sixties. This irresistible collection captures the sound that proved immensely popular on both sides of the Atlantic throughout the early ‘70s.

Featuring recordings from celebrated pioneers like Lee ’Scratch’ Perry and Lloyd Charmers, this CD showcases some of reggae music’s most accomplished artists, including Ken Boothe, Lee Perry’s Upsetters, Greyhound, and The Marvels.

• Captures the essential funky reggae sound of the early 1970s.
• Includes tracks produced by pioneers Lee ’Scratch’ Perry and Lloyd Charmers.
• Features performances by accomplished artists such as Ken Boothe, Greyhound, and The Marvels.
• This collection is presented on the audioCD format.

This compilation heavily represents the work of:

• Lee ’Scratch’ Perry
• Lloyd Charmers
• Ken Boothe
• Lee Perry’s Upsetters
• Greyhound
• The Marvels

Binding:

audioCD

Manufacturer/Label:

BMG

Number of Discs:

1

Release Date:

2026-05-29

Country of Origin:

Germany

Weight:

109g

Discover the finest examples of funky reggae on this single-disc CD release from BMG.