Various Artists - The Jamaican Hit Parade Vol.1

The story of how Jamaica�s 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 island�s 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 Jamaica�s 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