KurtfromLaQuinta wrote:

On it today. Was takin what they’re given I was workin for a livin

Looks like it's almost unanimous... #17 is the winner?
Waiting on Mr. D for the final say.

 miamizsun wrote:
This was like a cooler full of Red Stripe on a hot, sunny beach. Not like I've spent a lot of time on hot, sunny beaches lately, so this was a great chill-out session in a crazy busy cold wet spring.

Highlights for me:

Losing My Mind – Iration Nice fizz when the cap comes off! Kinda set the mood fr the whole disc.
Oxygen – Dirty Heads Nice bounce to this one. Good for dancing in the beach chair.
Edge of the Ocean – Stick Figure  Wait, when did the Beach Boys play reggae? Getting a proper buzz on here.
Irie State – Fortunate Youth  A whiff of ganja on the breeze. More beach chair dancing.
Whiskey and Weed – Kashdout  I feel an urge to pass the dutchie on the lef' hand side.
Top of the World – Slightly Stoopid  A quick google says 2012, but I hear 1996. Never heard this band before but they sound instantly familiar.
Rude Girl – Tribal Seeds This stuff is really going to my head. Good thing I have no pressing matters to deal with...
Middle of the Ocean – Kbong  Oooh, so smooth. May be my favorite out of the whole cooler.
Doin’ Time – Sublime  Damn, time to go already? Knew nothing of the band but their one big hit, glad to get a deeper introduction.

In fact, all of these bands are new to me. Thanks for the window on a warm, sunny world!

So, so sorry it took me this long to respond.
It's astounding
Time is fleeting
Madness takes its toll..

Love what you did here. Even though it was kinda rap inspired Reggae.
And as Mr. Miser mentioned... almost all new artist for me. Of course, Sublime. I've also heard of Stick Figures though

Highlights for me...


   1. Losing My Mind – Iration.  Not heavy... just right to my ears.
  2. Paradise – Stick Figure.  Another quality laid back vibe. Even if it was a little rappy. Poolside music.
  4. The Prophet – Slightly Stoopid.  Yeah.  Mr. Miser nailed it.. "I liked how this one rolled along smooth and easy and finished up with some stellar picking and guitar work."
11. Edge of the Ocean – Stick Figure. This was my second favorite cut on your mix. Not rappy at all. Just good 'ol Reggae.
12.  Irie State – Fortunate Youth  This was nice.  The lyrics are cool too... "Tell me my friend, how did you lose your Vibe? Don't need to find that ganja weed to find this irie state of mind.
I got this cold beer in hand, checking out this California sunshine in this warm warm warm sand."
14.  Top of the World – Slightly Stoopid. I'm beginning to like Slightly Stoopid.
16.  Rude Girl – Tribal Seeds. Very Bob Marleyish.
17.  Middle of the Ocean – Kbong. My favorite one here. Love the harmony's and birds chirping.
20.  Doin’ Time – Sublime. Not my favorite Sublime some... but it'll do. 

Great job here Mr. Sun! And thanks for your work on this one.

Back from gallivanting but mail still on hold, so should be receiving tomorrow. For the past two weeks, no one receiving.

 miamizsun wrote:
Finally got around to spinning this, oddly enough on a rare cold day so I was in the mood for something warm and Islandy. Never heard of any of these artists aside from Sublime so I was ready for some new grooves. Tunes that got my attention along the way:

Losing my Mind - really good bass playing here, I was impressed
The Prophet - I liked how this one rolled along smooth and easy and finished up with some stellar picking and guitar work. 
Ilya Terry - Traditional Reggae beat with some choice lyrics, State Side you say? 
Pepper - Reggae meets Lenny Kravitz
Irie State - Funky off-beat stirred the pot a bit. 
Slightly Stoopid - 2nd song on the mix from these guys that I liked. 
Middle of the Ocean - Relaxing tune, definitely gave me an Island vibe. Favorite of the group. 
Sublime - I've always liked how they sample "Summertime and the Living is Easy" here. Juxtaposition at it's finest. 

In the words of the Great Graham Gouldman - I don't like Reggae, I LOVE it!
Pass the Red Stripe! 

 KurtfromLaQuinta wrote:

this is a fun, easy listening sort of mix
could even work for bbq/patio activities, cooking, gardening, casual biking, etc.
got the idea from some younger folks in an island style pub
(you might notice that these bands are american based)
i've got a poop ton of reggae/ska -ish music from across the globe
decided to start at home first and may send or upload for download other mixes in this genre
my goal is always for someone to find a couple of tasty nuggets of something you may not have been familiar with
please do enjoy and all apologies for being pokey on the delivery

Island Time

1. Losing My Mind – Iration
2. Paradise – Stick Figure
3. Oxygen – Dirty Heads
4. The Prophet – Slightly Stoopid
5. My Baby – The Elovaters
6. Stars – Ilya Terry
7. Loosen Up – Bachaco
8. Your Face – Pepper
9. Down, Down, Down – The Expendables
10. Sundown – Pacific D
11. Edge of the Ocean – Stick Figure
12. Irie State – Fortunate Youth
13. Whiskey and Weed – Kashdout
14. Top of the World – Slightly Stoopid
15. Orange Sky – The Movement
16. Rude Girl – Tribal Seeds
17. Middle of the Ocean – Kbong
18. Sacred Love – Big Mountain
19. The Gold – John Brown’s Body
20. Doin’ Time – Sublime

I've got mine Mon.

check p msgs for trucking numbers

 KurtfromLaQuinta wrote:

the good: think the majority stuff is probably new to peeps
the bag: no super fancy cd cover

when i finger out how to maker covers similar to lazy and yourself i'll implement that system
i'll catch up on a review to two very soon
peace

 miamizsun wrote:
Oh goody!

 miamizsun wrote:

discs are in the mail
yah mon!

 miamizsun wrote:

looks like all obstacles have been conquered and a disc has been produced
should be in the mail soon
all apologies for the late date
- still alive in south florida

 Steely_D wrote:
I was at the actual show at City Winery you posted, I remember the green t-shirt. And I agree, it was not his best show. He was WAY too political, almost belligerent with the audience. While the original Unpredictable tour was fun and interesting, this show just seemed like he was playing because he had time and just regurgitated the last tour. 

 ColdMiser wrote:
I went to the one in SF at the Chapel. It was merely OK. He started by admonishing us to not shout out requests because then he would absolutely not play it. 

So I shouted “Hello It’s Me”


(I mean, seriously, we're all rabid fans. No need to play the hits to the point that you ignore the other great stuff in the catalog.)

 Steely_D wrote:
I believe I was at that show

 Proclivities wrote:

yes it is

 Steely_D wrote:
Quite a catchy little number.

 Proclivities wrote:
I woulda gone with 

 Proclivities wrote: