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Songs
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Releases
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Jul 31, 2026
The first Linton Kwesi Johnson release in more than twenty years (!): a very limited edition “dub plate” 10 inch to celebrate the release of Dread Beat an Blood!
"We are thrilled to unveil the first Linton Kwesi Johnson release in more than twenty years (!): a v…
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Jul 21, 2026
Just reissued on its original label (Ariwa), the 1983 "Yard Style" LP by Johnny Clarke
Big news! Just reissued on its original label (Ariwa), the 1983 "Yard Style" LP by Johnny Clarke. Th…
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Release
Jul 18, 2026
Soon available: Keith Hudson 'Melody Maker', 2CD Edition on Doctor Bird Records
Keith Hudson: Melody Maker, 2CD Edition - bringing together many of his finest productions from the …
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Video
Jul 17, 2026
Watch King Jammy reflect on 40+ years of Sleng Teng
Discover the story behind one of dancehall's most influential riddims.…
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Article
Jun 6, 2026
Trojan takeover Soho Radio: The Tighten Up Show (05/06/2026), Doctor Bird Records Special
Laurence Cane-Honeysett showcasing 2 hours of Doctor Bird's classic ska, rock steady and reggae soun…
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Harris B.B. Seaton
Harris B.B. Seaton
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Lee Scratch Perry
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Linval Thompson Meets Roberto Sanchez
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