Hi Matthew
I bought the LP "The Way It Is" - I Kong
Top Ranking #TC082-http://www.smokeyroom.net/albums/thewayitis.htm- when it came out in 1979 on the back of the tape I had (recorded from the B&B Show) and was incredibly disappointed as it was neither the vocal version I had or a vocal version of the Pablo cut.
I recently bought "More Pressure Vol 1 (Straight To The Head)" -http://www.roots-archives.com/release/4366- and this does have the original 1972 Ricky Storm "The Way It Is" accompanied by the original instrumental version - "The Way It Is Version". The original recording was released on Top Cat.
The 1972 song was then re-released on Top Ranking in 1979 with the Pablo cut on the b-side.
(Both Tommy Cowan labels, I believe).
Pressure Sounds New Release
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6anbatte
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"Now I know the truth and must reveal it unto the youth."
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Lion
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I was sleeping i got more pressure vol.1.
Buy to must music.!
The way is by Pablo is on Life goes in circles.
is a new version on top ranking label'79.
Oke than.
Thanks 6anbette to clear the info.
Lion
Buy to must music.!
The way is by Pablo is on Life goes in circles.
is a new version on top ranking label'79.
Oke than.
Thanks 6anbette to clear the info.
Lion
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6anbatte
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Hi Lion
Actually, until I bought "More Pressure Vol 1 (Straight To The Head)" I hadn't heard "The Way It Is" for at least 25 years! Amazingly, it was as good as I remembered.
I'm hoping the Pablo cut is as good as I remember as I still haven't heard that for at least 25 years.
Actually, until I bought "More Pressure Vol 1 (Straight To The Head)" I hadn't heard "The Way It Is" for at least 25 years! Amazingly, it was as good as I remembered.
I'm hoping the Pablo cut is as good as I remember as I still haven't heard that for at least 25 years.
"Now I know the truth and must reveal it unto the youth."
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Matthew
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Great discussion guys!
The I Kong/Ricky Storm album has always intrigued me since I stumbled across it on this site.
Unfortunately it fetches a hefty price on 'EPAY' so the re-release through VP as LION stated is definately a blessing.
Here's the proposed track list and bio:
1 GHETTO CRY
2 LIFE'S ROAD
3 WOLVE'S IN SHEEP CLOTHING
4 BABYLON WALLS
5 SET BLACK PEOPLE FREE
6 SINNER MAN
7 I WISH (WE'LL ALL BE READY)
8 THE WAY IT IS
9 LIFE'S ROAD (DUB)
10 BABYLON WALLS (DUB)
11 SET BLACK PEOPLE FREE (DUB)
12 SINNER MAN (DUB)
13 I WISH (WE'LL ALL BE READY)(DUB)
14 THE WAY IT IS (DUB)
15 LOVE WAS (DUB)
Errol Kong AKA I Kong grew up in Kingston, Jamaica. He is the nephew of legendary reggae producer Leslie Kong (Beverly’s Records) and grew up in reggae. In his youth he was a founding member of The Jamaicans (which included Tommy Cowan) and recorded the hit ‘Ba Ba Boom’. In 1972 his first solo single was released on Tommy Cowan’s Top Cat label as Ricky Storm. By 1978 I Kong had recorded his only album, The Way It Is which featured the hit single “Ghetto Cry” Presented here with dub versions of the tracks, for the first time on CD.
The I Kong/Ricky Storm album has always intrigued me since I stumbled across it on this site.
Unfortunately it fetches a hefty price on 'EPAY' so the re-release through VP as LION stated is definately a blessing.
Here's the proposed track list and bio:
1 GHETTO CRY
2 LIFE'S ROAD
3 WOLVE'S IN SHEEP CLOTHING
4 BABYLON WALLS
5 SET BLACK PEOPLE FREE
6 SINNER MAN
7 I WISH (WE'LL ALL BE READY)
8 THE WAY IT IS
9 LIFE'S ROAD (DUB)
10 BABYLON WALLS (DUB)
11 SET BLACK PEOPLE FREE (DUB)
12 SINNER MAN (DUB)
13 I WISH (WE'LL ALL BE READY)(DUB)
14 THE WAY IT IS (DUB)
15 LOVE WAS (DUB)
Errol Kong AKA I Kong grew up in Kingston, Jamaica. He is the nephew of legendary reggae producer Leslie Kong (Beverly’s Records) and grew up in reggae. In his youth he was a founding member of The Jamaicans (which included Tommy Cowan) and recorded the hit ‘Ba Ba Boom’. In 1972 his first solo single was released on Tommy Cowan’s Top Cat label as Ricky Storm. By 1978 I Kong had recorded his only album, The Way It Is which featured the hit single “Ghetto Cry” Presented here with dub versions of the tracks, for the first time on CD.
MATTHEW
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Just found out that they've also re-issued "The Way It Was" 7" on Kaya/Greensleeves
(2006)
KAYA/GREENSLEEVES 7"
PRODUCED BY H.WRIGHT
GL004
SIDE 1/ THE WAY IT WAS-RICKY GRANT AKA I-KONG/RICKY STORM
SIDE 2/ THE WAY DUB
(2006)
KAYA/GREENSLEEVES 7"
PRODUCED BY H.WRIGHT
GL004
SIDE 1/ THE WAY IT WAS-RICKY GRANT AKA I-KONG/RICKY STORM
SIDE 2/ THE WAY DUB
MATTHEW
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Hi Matthew
I must admit I didn't like the I-Kong album "The Way It Is" at all -http://www.roots-archives.com/release/995. It just didn't have that "atmospheric" feel that the 1972 single had.
I can vividly remember receiving it mail order from Dub Vendor, ripping the packaging off and rushing up to my bedroom to play it.
I was totally and utterly gutted that it wasn't the version I had on tape.
Shame I don't still have the album as I would have happily given it to you FOC!
I must admit I didn't like the I-Kong album "The Way It Is" at all -http://www.roots-archives.com/release/995. It just didn't have that "atmospheric" feel that the 1972 single had.
I can vividly remember receiving it mail order from Dub Vendor, ripping the packaging off and rushing up to my bedroom to play it.
I was totally and utterly gutted that it wasn't the version I had on tape.
Shame I don't still have the album as I would have happily given it to you FOC!
"Now I know the truth and must reveal it unto the youth."
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hi matthew "the way it is" is not the unique album he made ; I Kong did an album in 1987 for Rohit Label I Kong & Jamaicans "Africa Calling", most of the same tracks than "The Way it is" but with other mix (more modern)& one track "Whoe Whoe" who didnt appear in "the way it is"
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Right on 6anbatte...
Thanks for thinking of me and I too wish you still had that copy.
Sorry you didn't enjoy the album.
I still haven't heard any of it. There was a previous thread I started and a sound sample was put up, but the link was bad. The album cover and song titles just have that Fred Locks~Black Star Liner vibe to them, I guess thats why i'm intrigued.
Collieman: Thanks for that info!
The album from 1987 is called "African Calling" correct?
Thanks for thinking of me and I too wish you still had that copy.
Sorry you didn't enjoy the album.
I still haven't heard any of it. There was a previous thread I started and a sound sample was put up, but the link was bad. The album cover and song titles just have that Fred Locks~Black Star Liner vibe to them, I guess thats why i'm intrigued.
Collieman: Thanks for that info!
The album from 1987 is called "African Calling" correct?
MATTHEW
'Fleeing From The City'
'Fleeing From The City'
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Lion
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Check Errol Kong Aka I kong.
With the Jamaicans.
Baba Boom Time on Jamaican Gold.
20 tracks 1967-1972.
Lion
With the Jamaicans.
Baba Boom Time on Jamaican Gold.
20 tracks 1967-1972.
Lion
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back on the Pressure Sounds release ...
great compilation, a must have for any roots fan
great compilation, a must have for any roots fan