Various Artists- Greensleeve Sampler Vinyl

Artist: Various Artists

Title: Greensleeves Sampler

Label: Greensleeves Records

Catalogue Number: GREZ 1

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1987

Pressing Year: 1987 UK Original Pressing

Format: Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Greensleeves Sampler is an outstanding compilation showcasing some of the finest artists from the legendary Greensleeves Records catalogue. Released in 1987, the album brings together an exceptional selection of roots reggae, lovers rock and dancehall from many of the label's biggest stars, offering a superb introduction to one of reggae's most influential independent labels.

Featuring classic recordings by Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, Sugar Minott, Burning Spear, Wailing Souls, Eek-A-Mouse, Black Uhuru, Yellowman, Hugh Mundell, Frankie Paul, Clint Eastwood & General Saint and Scientist, this compilation remains a favourite with reggae collectors and fans alike.

Pressing Notes

Original 1987 UK pressing on Greensleeves Records, catalogue number GREZ 1.

Issued as a budget-priced label sampler, the album was designed to showcase the breadth of the Greensleeves catalogue, featuring classic recordings spanning roots reggae, dub and early dancehall. Original UK pressings are increasingly collectible and offer excellent analogue sound, making them an ideal introduction to the label's golden era.

Track Listing

Side One

Dennis Brown – Crazy List
Gregory Isaacs – Let Off Supm
Sugar Minott – Feel The Rydim
Burning Spear – We Are Going
Wailing Souls – They Don't Know Jah
Eek-A-Mouse – Ganja Smuggling

Side Two

Clint Eastwood & General Saint – Stop That Train
Black Uhuru – I Love King Selassie
Frankie Paul – Pass The Tu-Sheng-Peng
Hugh Mundell – Africa Must Be Free By 1983
Yellowman – Zungguzungguguzungguzeng
Scientist – Dematerialize
Additional Information
Original 1987 UK pressing
Greensleeves Records
Catalogue number GREZ 1
33⅓ RPM vinyl LP
Features Dennis Brown
Includes Gregory Isaacs
Features Burning Spear
Includes Black Uhuru
Features Yellowman
Includes Scientist
Classic reggae compilation
Excellent introduction to the Greensleeves catalogue
Highly collectible original UK pressing
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.

Good (G)

Visible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.

Shipping

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