Artist: Laurel Aitken
Title: Reggae Serenade: The Singles Collection 1972-1979
Year Of Release: 2025
Label: Pressure Drop
Genre: Reggae, Ska, Rocksteady
Quality: FLAC 16/44100
Total Time: 01:16:37
Total Size: 284 MB
All but two tracks new to CD. Features numerous UK and European reggae hits.25 sought-after reggae classics from the Godfather of Ska. Finally, the cream of Laurel Aitken's post-Pama recordings from the 1970s are released once again, with all but two tracks on this essential set unavailable since their original release on vinyl. The collection kicks off with the Godfather of Ska's popular European singles from 1972 before featuring subsequent recordings for an array of celebrated British reggae labels, notably Harry J, Camel, Dip, Eagle, Eve, Horse, Punch and Lucky. Showcasing a variety of styles, from boss reggae and lovers rock to roots and soul, this compelling anthology reflects the ease with which Laurel adapted to contemporary trends and styles throughout his long and illustrious career, demonstrating a talent often overlooked. As a stand-alone compilation or a complementary set to previous Laurel Aitken releases on the Pressure Drop label, 'Reggae Serenade' is an essential purchase for the legendary singer's fans and all lovers of classic 70s reggae sounds.
1 Laurel Aitken - Reggae Serenade [2:28]
2 Laurel Aitken - Pretty Face [3:17]
3 Laurel Aitken - Come Back To My Lonely World [3:03]
4 Laurel Aitken - Think It Over [3:28]
5 Laurel Aitken - I'm Gonna Get You Girl [3:10]
6 Laurel Aitken - You Don't Have To Worry [2:32]
7 Laurel Aitken - Baby I Can't Hide [3:00]
8 Laurel Aitken - Baby Let Me Take You Home [2:24]
9 Laurel Aitken - Sweet Rocking Mama [3:31]
10 Laurel Aitken - Saturday Night [2:51]
11 Laurel Aitken - Saturday Night (Instrumental) [2:54]
12 Laurel Aitken - Spanish Eyes [2:31]
13 Laurel Aitken - La Vie En Rose [2:45]
14 Laurel Aitken - Fattie Bum Bum [2:51]
15 Laurel Aitken - Fatty Bum Bum Gone to Jail [3:06]
16 Laurel Aitken - Fatty Bum Bum Gone To Jail (Version) [3:14]
17 Laurel Aitken - Delilah (Is a Woman) [3:18]
18 Laurel Aitken - Baby Baby (feat. Eva Maria) [3:35]
19 Lorenzo - Let's Fall in Love Again [3:36]
20 Lorenzo - Any Way You Want It [3:06]
21 Laurel Aitken - Rebel Woman [2:49]
22 Laurel Aitken - Goodbye My Love, Goodbye [2:49]
23 Laurel Aitken - Witch Doctor from Amsterdam [4:05]
24 Laurel Aitken - Sexy Boogie (7" Mix) [3:08]
25 Laurel Aitken - Rasta Man Power [3:04]
