The story of how Jamaicas modern recording business developed from being a virtual one-man operation into a global industry has often been told, but never without with a degree of subjectivity. Until now Looking Back is the first in a series highlighting the recordings really purchased and enjoyed by the islands record buying public, and that consequently influenced future generations of Jamaican music makers - as illustrated by the number later reworked by many of its biggest stars. Featured on this 2CD, 59 track set are a variety of musical sounds, including hard-hitting R&B, Doo Wop, raucous Rock & Roll, sophisticated Pop from the US, to the Caribbean sounds of Calypso, Folk and Jamaican Boogie. The result is a truly fascinating, informative, and most importantly, hugely enjoyable listening experience. First serious attempt to chart Jamaicas modern musical history Numerous tracks new to CD Almost all songs featured later became hits for Jamaican acts Advertising in relevant magazines Mailout to relevant magazines and radio
