Roots Archives Forum

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i was wondering if there is such an album in existence. i realize this is not roots but i was wondering what it might be called or where i could find an lp copy

I heard mad cobra singin in that riddim, and wayne smith

You have the original 'Extravaganza' album along with a Volume 2 by Jammy's, then there is 'Ride the Rhythm' from the Top Rank label and 'Revenge of Sleng Teng' from Sugar Minott's Youth Promotion label, all using styles of the original riddim and the Greensleeves' 'Sleng Teng Extravaganza 95' album featuring later versions like the Cobra style.

Yes I,

I have 2 albums of this riddim (Vol I & Vol II) that came out in '85 on Jammy's...both had the same dance-hall-scene drawing on the front, by Limonious, I think, one was a green colour, the other red.

Together they have most of the tracks on the link from "robe619" plus some more...is this the "Extravaganza" album you mean, Bellyman? I think mine say "1985 Mega-Mix" or something like that on the cover. Each album also includes a version. I have an extra copy of the "green" one, and can provide full track listings for both if anyone is interested.

Lovely site -- Jah Guide

Yes Jay,
the album shown in the Roots Archives is the first volume of the two records you have in your possession. The cover reads '85 Master Mega Mix'.
Second Volume only came on Jammy's and wasn't released by Tad's Records back then.
Greetings

I have those two lps too Jay, they are indeed a fine collection of tunes on there, pressings arnt fantastic though but gives you some names to search for.

Bullit