Various Artists – Studio One Lovers (Vinyl LP, Soul Jazz Records, 2005) – Mint / Sealed Dance pairing Fitzgerald’s clarity and swing

pairing Fitzgerald’s clarity and swing with Basie’s refined orchestral arrangements

The arrangements favour space and groove

It’s a lively

A concise example of early 90s shoegaze refining its focus on atmosphere and sonic detail

Various Artists – Studio One Lovers (Vinyl LP, Soul Jazz Records, 2005) – Mint / Sealed Dance pairing Fitzgerald’s clarity and swingStudio One Lovers is a reggae compilation from Soul Jazz Records focusing on the softer, romantic side of the legendary Studio One catalogue. The album moves between rocksteady, lovers rock and soulful reggae, highlighting the labels rich vocal harmonies and melodic songwriting. Highlights include classic cuts from artists such as Alton Ellis, Delroy Wilson and The Heptones. Mint and Sealed Vinyl LP.