Listen to 6 The Hard Way: Yellowman Combination LPs
- George
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Explore Yellowman's run to the top of the 1980s music hierarchy through the collabs with Fathead, Josey Wales, General Trees, Toyan, Charlie Chaplin and more.
An Alpha student from 1967-1974, Yellowman took over Jamaican music in the 1980s with his distinctive toasting style, prolific output and charismatic stage presence. He says 'Sister's sound', aka the Mutt & Jeff Sound System at Alpha, as the first sound he ever deejayed on. The rest is history.
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Yellowman & Fathead, Purpleman, Sister Nancy - The Yellow The Purple And The Nancy [1982]
A landmark 1982 dancehall album blending male and female toasting pioneers over classic riddims.
Yellowman And Fathead Bad Boy Skanking Album Mix (1982)
A high-energy 1982 dancehall set showcasing Yellowman and Fathead's playful lyrics.
"King And Queen" - Yellowman feat Sister Nancy (1982)
The classic duet featuring two of dancehall's greatest pioneers.
"The Good The Bad & The Ugly" - Yellowman feat Fathead (1983)
When dancehall was nice, these were two of the very nicest. Enjoy Yellowman and Fathead in sharp lyrical form, trading witty, rootsy verses.
Yellowman Vs Josey Wales Two Giants Clash Mix (1984)
The epic 1984 release in sound-clash style brought not just sharp lyrics, timeless vibes and sound system culture to the fore.
Yellowman, Toyan and Lui Lepke Live on Volcano Hi Power Sound System
Three legends on the mic and at the forefront of dancehall.
Bonus Track: "Livin' In Babylon" - Slightly Stoopid ft. Yellowman (2018)
A modern reggae fusion track where Slightly Stoopid and Yellowman blend roots reggae with contemporary rock.
