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I G H T Y D I A M O N D S
Donald
"Tabby" Shaw, Fitzroy "Bunny" Simpson and
Lloyd "Judge" Ferguson formed in 1969 ub the Trenchtown
area of Kingston, Jamaica and for the past 32 years have been
entertaining ander harmonies and conscious lyrics.
They
quickly became known as the young group with the Motown sound
with their soulful harmonies and polished performances. They first
hit singles "County Living" & "Hey Girl"
were recorded on the Channel One label. Their debut album "Right
Time", released on the Virgin has become a classic. This
is an album that belongs in every serious reggae collection. "Right
Time" is probably their most requested song when they perform.
"Pass the Kouchie" also became and international hit
when first released and then again when it was covered by the
"Musical Youth" and released as "Pass the Dutchie".
Tabby,
Bunny and Judge have produced over 40 albums in their long career
and it would be had to select just one album as a favorite but
if I were asked to pick the definite Mighty Diamonds album I would
have to day "Deeper Roots". This album proves that the
Mighty Diamonds are truly the best in the business. The trio has
toured the world extensively and has a strong following in Europe
and Japan as well as in the US. In Jamaica they are forever loved,
performing many times at Reggae Sunsplash to the delight of all
in attendance.
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