010: A Brief Introduction to...Wackies 45 RPM Vinyl 

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Considered the first significant reggae studio and record label in the United States, Wackies specialized in what was then a unique brand of bass-heavy, 'lo-fi' reggae that blended roots, dancehall and dub. Based in New York City, the label regularly featured Jamaican artists such as Horace Andy and Sugar Minott, but also included a number of Americans like Itopia and Jah Batta, all of whom helped build the NYC reggae scene of the 70's and 80's. The 'lo-fi' sound Wackies help craft would go onto influence future generations of reggae, hip-hop and electronic artists, placing emphasis on bass, minimalism and groove. Above are some of my personal favorite selections from a stack of their 7" records. 

Top Top Tracks: Imagination Rock, Rope In (DJ Cut)    

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