VA - Trojan 50: The Rare and Unreleased (2018)

Launched in the summer of 1968, Trojan Records was instrumental in introducing the sound of reggae to the world at large. By the mid-Seventies, the label had enjoyed over 30 significant mainstream chart hits by such illustrious performers as Desmond Dekker, the Maytals, Bob and Marcia, John Holt, Ken Boothe, Dave and Ansel Collins, the Pioneers – and many, many more. Alongside these major successes, Trojan showcased the work of literally hundreds of Jamaican music makers, from artists whose careers remain shrouded in mystery to future international recording stars. Over the years since its creation, the iconic label has continued to grow and develop, attracting new fans with each new generation. 2018 witnesses Trojan’s half centenary and to celebrate this most momentous of years comes a super deluxe multi-format box set, which reflects the amazing diversity of the label’s output over the past 50 years. Presented on an array of vinyl and CD titles are all the major UK hits, numerous Jamaican best-sellers, hundreds of rarities that see issue for the first time in decades, and two brand new recordings by British dancehall don, Tippa Irie. In addition, the set includes an array of essential items, including a stunning book on Trojan album sleeve artwork and variety of stylish accessories.

Tracklist:
01. Barrington Spence - Darling Dry Your Eyes
02. Val Bennett & The Revolutionaries - Take Five (The Russians Are Coming)
03. Linval Thompson - You Have to Pay
04. Rico & His All Stars - Ska Beat
05. Owen Gray - Too Experienced (Alternate Version)
06. The Rudies - Do the Moonwalk
07. The Hippy Boys - Piccadilly Hop
08. Derrick Harriott - Lollipop Girl
09. Tommy McCook - My Best Dress (feat. The Supersonics)
10. The Sensations - I'll Be Right There
11. Dave Barker - Just My Imagination (Alternate Version)
12. Lloyd Charmers & Sir Collins - Sir Collins Special
13. Freddie McKay & DanZak - Running Over
14. The Marvels - Niki Hoeky
15. Lizzard - Fight Down I
16. Trevor Shield & The Beltones - We've Got to Part
17. Eli Emmanuel - Stranger in Love
18. Earl George - Opportunity
19. Nicky Thomas - Lonely for Your Love (Alternate Mix)
20. The Cimarons - We Are Not the Same
21. The Dingles - Happiness
22. Joe White - Peace Pipe Dub
23. The Viceroys - Time Is Important to Me
24. The Majesterians - Give to the Poor
25. Winston Jarrett - Killerman Jarrett
26. The Sowell Radics - Fight, Fight, Fight
27. Private Tabby - Jailhouse
28. George Dekker - Dancing Shoes
29. Vivian Weathers - (Who Is He) What Is Man
30. Alton Ellis - I'll Be There
31. Glen Brown - Who La La (Alternate Take)
32. The Silvertones - Party Tonight
33. Glen Walker - Dread It
34. Phil Pratt & The Caltone All Stars - Girls Galore
35. David Isaacs & The Race Fans - Time Marches On (Alternate Version)
36. The Royals - Mind Yourself (You Think You Too Bad)
37. The Yardbrooms - My Desire (Alternate Take)
38. Audley Rollen - Whisper a Little Prayer
39. Charlie Ace & The Aquarians - Off Limits
40. The Itals - Everytime
41. Richard Ace & Charles Ross Allstars - Sugar Cane
42. Rick - Deep in My Soul
43. The Dynamites - Hey Jude (Alternate Take)
44. Winston Francis - Girl I've Got a Date (feat. The Rudies)
45. George Lee & The Rudies - Burial of Longshot, Pt. 2
46. Al Barry - Wide a Wake In a Dream
47. Ansel Collins - Old Man River
48. The Reaction - You, Yes You
49. The Cimarons - Bogus-ism
50. The Cables - Equal Rights
51. Dorothy Russell - You're the One I Love
52. Glen Adams & The Hippy Boys - Soul Inspiration
53. Jah Woosh - Show I the Way
54. Rudolph Mowatt - I Don't Want to Be a Beggar
55. Doreen Murray - My Love for You Is Over Now
56. David Isaacs - We've Got to Make It
57. I Roy - Loving Feeling
58. Glen Washington - The Voice of the Father
59. Lester Lewis - Nyah Dread
60. The Jahlights - Right Road to Dubland
61. The Marvels - Passing Strangers
62. Sir Collins All Stars - Sycilidin
63. The Setters - Behold
64. Count Suckle, Freddie Notes & The Rudies - Bread On the Table
65. King Horror - Creature from the Moon
66. The Buster Pearson Band - Ain't It Groovy
67. Count Prince Miller - Hysteriacide
68. Hugh Hendricks & The Buccaneers - Tennessee Waltz
69. Clyde McPhatter - Denver
70. Anonymously Yours - Green River