Augustus Pablo – Yard Style Melodica Songs (Limited 2LP Vinyl Compilation + Poster)

Venture into the heart of roots reggae with Yard Style Melodica Songs, a stunning 2023 2LP compilation released by Clocktower Records. Pressed from 1970s studio masters and featuring key tracks like “Chain Gang,” “Rockers Lovers,” “East of the River Nile,” and the dub classic “King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown,” this set captures the melodic genius of Augustus Pablo on melodica, organ, and piano.

Masterfully produced by Brad Osbourne and featuring legendary session players such as Aston “Family Man” Barrett (bass), Earl “Chinna” Smith (guitar), Carlton Barrett (drums), Richard Hall (tenor sax), and Bobby Ellis (trumpet), this heavyweight 2LP comes with a collectible poster and deluxe packaging—the ultimate addition for reggae aficionados and vinyl collectors.

Track List:

A1        Chain Gang
A2        Africa
A3        Java
A4        Bassie Time
A5        Natural Beauty
B1        Majestic Songs Of Pablo
B2        Rockers Lovers
B3        Abyssinia
B4        East Of The River Nile
C1        555 Crown St
C2        Satta
C3        Thunder Sounds
C4        King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown
C5        Pablo Dubbing
D1        Jah Light
D2        Too Late
D3        Dubs Of Pablo
D4        Live Time To The Full
D5        Pablo Melodies