Alton Ellis – Many Moods Of Alton Ellis

Vinyl 12"

A Reggae pioneer and icon since the 50s, Alton Ellis inspired many singers of his generation and influenced the genre throughout the decades. As a prolific and multidisciplinary artist, Alton Ellis constantly reinvented himself to deliver high-flying musical content. Critically acclaimed when first released in 1980, Many Moods Of is an essential 10-tracker filled with emotion which focuses on the great man’s roots period. Bringing together a stellar line-up of artists, engineers and producers, this album represents the epitome of reggae excellence at the time, with a soulful power that still resonates more than forty years on. Features backing vocals by The Heptones, Children Are Crying and Johnny Clarke.