RIP - Gregory Isaacs

Reggae singer Gregory Isaacs died at his home in London early Monday following a year-long battle against lung cancer. He was 59.


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Gregry Isaacs : The Lonely Lover 1978

Toot, Lonely Lover or simply Cool Ruler are just some of the nick names of the rude boy of reggae. Born in Fletchers land Kingston Jamaica on the 15th July 1950, Gregory Anthony Isaacs was the first son of Lester Isaacs and Enid Murrary.

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Gregory started out as an electrician and cabinet maker. His career in music remained his ambition. He was inspired by singers such as Sam Cooke, Percy Sledge, Delroy Wilson, Alton Ellis and Ken Boothe. Gregory began his recording career in the late sixties with "Another Heartache" for singer/producer Winston Sinclair. Although the record was not successful he was not discouraged and in 1969 he formed a group called The Concords with Penro Bramwell. They recorded a few 45s "Buttoo", "I Need Your Loving" and "Don't Let Me Suffer" for producer Rupie Edwards. Success did not follow so Gregory Isaacs decided to move on his career as a solo artist. He went on to record for Prince Buster entitled "Dancing Floor". Still not content he decided to start his own label, assisted by his friend Errol Dunkley, around 1973 and that was the beginning of the legendary African Museum record label, until this day producing classics. in 1974 Gregory recorded "Love Is Overdue" for Alvin "GG" Ranglin at Duke Reid's Treasure Isle Studio which was a major success. In 1975 he sold over 42,000 copies of the album "In Person". Gregory continued to record for a number of producers as well as maintaining his own African Museum label. He produced Mr. Isaacs in 1976-77 and "Extra Classic" in 1977.


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Tracks

1. Happy anniversary
2. Gi me
3. Tribute to Wa De
4. Poor and clean
5. Poor Natty
6. I am sorry
7. A feW Words
8. Protection
9. Hard time
10. Tune in

Bonus tracks

11. Native woman
12. Worries and problem
13. Jah will work
14. Uncle Joe
15. Boom shot
16. One more time

POOR AND CLEAN

So many years I' ve been slaving in your factory
Never had a chance to talk with the Boss
Yeah .

And for so long I' ve been living in this community
When no one you might think yet I've payed the cost
No one you might think, no , I've payed the cost .

But I would rather to live Poor and Clean
than to live rich in corroption .

I sad that I' ve got to live clean
I said I wanna be clean
can' t you see what I mean .

wanna be strong all day long
I would rather to live Poor and Clean
than rich in corroption .

I wanna be clean
can' t you see what I mean .



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Bitrate 320


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Gregory Isaacs : Out Deh 1983

Gregory Isaacs ranks as one of the true superstars of REGGAE MUSIC , with a career that spans three decades and legions of loyal fans worldwide . His humble upbringing began in Kingston , Jamaica where he was born in 1951 . Like many before him , he started his singing career in the early 70's by working with a number of producers and entering various local talent competitions . His first records of notice were on Rupie Edwards' Success label . To gain artistic freedom and financial control of his own work , Isaacs was started his own African Museum label and shop in Kingston in 1973 with singer Errol Dunkley . In order to finance his label , he continued to work with other producers such as Winton "Niney The Observer" Holness , Gussie Clark , Lloyd Campbel l, and Alvin "GG" Ranglin for the rest of the 70's . His early recordings were responsible for the development of his singing style , love ballads with his cool relaxed nasal style , as well as his ease with songs about social protest . By 1980 , Gregory had become one of the top stars in the reggae world , touring the UK and US extensively . He signed with Virgin Records' Frontline label and gained a considerable name for himself outside the reggae world . Isaacs continued recording singles on his African Museum label in Jamaica - ultimately those singles were gathered for the Virgin releases . His preeminence during this period was confirmed by the nickname of "Cool Ruler " , given to him by critics and fans after the title of one his albums . By the mid 80's , he had a number of personal and financial problems and ended up in a Jamaican prison for a short time . After his release , he began work recording for scores for different producers , which included some of his best material for King Jammys , Bobby Digital , and Steely and Clevie . His 1988 landmark album , "Red Rose for Gregory ", and the single "Rumors" brought him to worldwide prominence again . Since then he has recorded a number of albums , scores of singles , and has continued to tour extensively worldwide . Over the years , Gregory Isaacs has worked hard to keep his legendary status and reputation in the reggae business second to none. Artists Only! released "Gregory Isaacs - Live at Maritime Hall" in conjunction with 2B1 label the fall of 1998 to a great response . This all new studio album "Turn Down The Lights ", produced by the legendary Lloyd "King Jammys" , really brings out the essence of this veteran singer , who sounds as strong as ever with the best up-to-date musical tracks.

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TRACKS

1. Good Morning
2. Private Secretary
3. Yes I Do
4. Sheila
5. Out Deh
6. Star
7. Dieting
8. Love With Feeling

Flac  Size  :  190 MB