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Essential Artist Collection Clear Transparent Double Vinyl is by The Skatalites. Now available from Vinyl Records Manchester on sale in stock and in a brand new condition priced at only £27 + delivery. During the early 1960s, the sound of ska exploded upon Jamaicas musical landscape, with the driving dynamic sound championed by arguably the greatest ensemble of musicians ever to have performed and recorded on the island.Fronted by legendary saxophonist Tommy McCook, the Skatalites also comprised a veritable whos who of Kingstonbased performers, their number including trombonist Don Drummond, tenor saxman Roland Alphonso, drumming supremo Lloyd Knibb and keyboard prodigy Jackie Mittoo.Following their creation in the summer of 64, this powerhouse instrumental combo dominated the islands music industry for 18 glorious months, the very best of their work produced by famed Treasure Isle Records boss, Arthur Duke Reid.The best of their output for the celebrated producer is showcased on the Essential Artist Collection, which sees issue on both as a 2LP vinyl set and a double CD collection, both of which provide the best introduction yet to the music of the incredible, multitalented and hugely influential Skatalites.. Vinyl Double Transparent Clear Collection Artist Hit the Read More Button, for more track details and delivery information.