Import only two CD compilation from one of the most important and influential Reggae bands of the 1970s and '80s. Liberation stands as a retrospective of the band's Island years, and a near-comprehensive sampler of their peak material. Led by the stirring, distinctive tenor of Michael Rose and the backing vocals of Sandra "Puma" Jones and Derrick "Duckie" Simpson, Black Uhuru combined a militant political consciousness, traditional Rasta themes, roots rhythms, and a sophisticated sound for a fresh take on the genre. All the group's best tracks are here, including "Sponji Reggae", "Chill Out", and "Sinsemilla", and Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare's production and drum and bass contributions (critical to the band's sound) are in full flower. Liberation is distinguished from most anthologies by it's emphasis on live versions, alternate studio mixes (including extended Dub treatments), and 12" singles. 28 tracks. Universal.
1) Chill Out
2) Party Next Door (12' Version)
3) Black Uhuru Anthem (Original Mix)
4) Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (12' Version)
5) Shine Eye Gal (Live)
6) Sponji Reggae (12' Version)
7) Wicked Act
8) Botanical Roots (Original Mix)
9) Somebody's Watching You (Original Mix)
10) Utterance
11) Slaughter
12) I Love King Selassie (Live)
13) Darkness/Dubness (10' Version)
14) Elements (Original Mix)
15) What Is Life (Original Mix)
16) Youth of Eglington
17) Youth
18) Right Stuff (10' Version)
19) Whole World Is Africa
20) Happiness (Live)
21) Mondays/Killer Tuesday (10' Version)
22) Solidarity
23) Ion Storm
24) Try It (Original Mix)
25) Bull in the Pen (Original Mix)
26) Sinsemilla
27) Puff She Puff
28) Party in Session (12' Version)