Various – Studio One Records Dub Plate Special Box Set (2018) Flac (Updated 28.4.2026 with a new link)

 

* Since you have been enjoying the Dub, Sam, I found this in Flac in my Studio One folder today while cleaning it, so I thought I would post it here for you!! Enjoy it Sam, maybe you already have a copy!! gives me a chance for another test post. *

* Record Store Day 2018 exclusive release, limited to 500 copies worldwide.

As stated on the Soul Jazz Records website this release was strictly limited and was deleted from their catalogue 'on day of release'. *

* Tracks originally released as an extremely limited edition of hand-etched, one-sided 12" dubplates, only available to Soul Jazz Records subscribers at Sounds Of The Universe, London. This 7" box set brings together all eight dubplates, plus two more never before released alternate cuts. *

* Update 28th April 2026, well when I posted this it had a short lifespan link for a week, I think some people might have missed downloading a copy, so I have decided to add a new link, which you will find attached to the top comment (the original comment with the link has been deleted to avoid confusion), to make it easy for you to find. This is one of the reasons we place the links in the comments we can replace them very easily. The new link is active for 7 days. I might start reposting some of my older posts over the next few months (we will see). If we decide to re-up, then that is our choice and decision, but we are not accepting requests for re-up (sorry but that's the way it goes). *

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1969 - Rod Stewart - An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down

1969 - Rod Stewart - An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down @320

On his debut album (titled An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down in Britain, and The Rod Stewart Album in America, presumably because its original title was "too English" or cryptic for U.S. audiences), Rod Stewart essays a startlingly original blend of folk, blues, and rock & roll. The opening cover of the Stones' "Street Fighting Man" encapsulates his approach. Turning the driving acoustic guitars of the original inside out, the song works a laid-back, acoustic groove, bringing a whole new meaning to it before escalating into a full-on rock & roll attack -- without any distorted guitars, just bashing acoustics and thundering drums. Through this approach, Stewart establishes that rock can sound as rich and timeless as folk, and that folk can be as vigorous as rock. And he does this not only as an interpreter, breathing new life into Ewan MacColl's "Dirty Old Town" and defining Mike d'Abo's "Handbags & Gladrags," but also as a songwriter, writing songs as remarkable as "Blind Prayer," "An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down," and "Cindy's Lament." The music and the songs are so vivid and rich with detail that they reflect a whole way of life, and while Stewart would later flesh out this blueprint, it remains a stunningly original vision. (AllMusic)

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Various - 12X12 Vol. 2 (2026) 320

* I was really surprised by the positive response to Volume One of my new home made comp 12X12. Here is Volume 2 for your enjoyment, I think it's tracks more accessible than Volume One was, which was a bit of a rough, thrown together collection of tracks!! I took more time on Volume Two, because you seemed to like the idea of these comps. This edition plays for 1:27 minutes. These like all home made comps here on Vibes, they come with a guaranteed three month lifespan of the link. All Box Of Vibes comps links are still alive and well. *

* All tracks are checked and are real 320, I have compiled four Volumes to date. More to come!! *

 

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Joe Tex - The Early Years (1997) Flac

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Tammi Terrell

Irresistible Tammi Terrell

(1968)

 

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Tammi Terrell

The Essential Collection

(2001)

 

320

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Various - Box Of Vibes No. 33 (R-A-C) (2026) 320

* Well my turn to start this week with tracks 1 to 8, then Andy's track fills the middle with tracks 9 to 16 and Concha closes the box, with her selections from 17 to 24. *

* It's the normal mix of tracks from many decades and genres, including cover versions and alternative versions of songs you may know or are new to you. Hopefully we are introducing some of you to new artists and you will go and investigate their back catalogues. * 

* If you like these home made comps then please let us know and if you don't then feel free to say so. *

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London Underground – Compilation 80-84 (1989) 320

 * One of the earliest On-U label bands. In their four or so years of existence, like all On-U 'bands' of the time the line-up was fluid, but retained a focus around Kendall Ernest (bass), Martin Frederix (aka Martin Harrison) (guitar, bass, vocals), Pete Holdsworth (vocals, melodica) and Danny Sheals (drums). *

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Marva Whitney

It's My Thing

(1969)

 

320

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Various - Jungle with a ReggaeRagga Edge - Volume 5 - Jungle T to Z (2026) (VBR)

Volume 5 - Jungle T - Z

145. Terror Fabulous - Ragga Ragga Ragga (Whitehouse Crew remix)

146. The Dream Team - Stamina (1996 Vip)

147. The Dream Team - Warriors

148. The Wildlife Collective - Ragga Tip

149. Top Cat - Bunn the Sensi (Dub Hustlers remix)

150. Top Cat - Original Ses (Police In Helicopter)

151. Topcat - Gal a Look Nice (Raz Remix)

152. Tribe of Issachar - Junglist

153. Tribe of Issachar - Tribal Natty (Aphrodite Remix)

154. Tribe Of Issachar - Yes Selectah

155. Undercover Agent & The Kriminal - World Mash Up

156. Upgrade - Mr Bossman

157. Urban Shakedown - Arsonist

158. Veak - Babylon Boy (VIP)

159. Veak - Babylon Too Rough

160. Veak - Chemist Ina Dis

161. Veak - Hear Dat

162. Veak - Lonely Monday Morning

163. Veak, Uzi - Young Gal Want

164. Vital - Bossman

165. Vital Link - Missing You

166. Wakcutt & Cain.1 - Night Nurse

167. YT - Save Mi Life (Serial Killaz remix)

* Many thanks to General Confusion for submitting these home made mixes to Vibes, and the work involved in compiling them and making the covers.  I took a listen to volumes 5 & 6 during last week, am sure you will all enjoy this one as much as the previous volumes. We post the last of this series next Monday, enjoy!! *

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The Orb Featuring Lee Scratch Perry – Soulman (2012) Flac

 

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2009 - Various Artists - Island Records Post Punk Box Set - Out Come The Freaks

2009 - Various Artists - Island Records Post Punk Box Set - Out Come The Freaks @320

(A few files have been identified as less than 320 - my apologies for not checking properly. I'll leave the post here for the time being and will replace it if I can find a better copy)

Don’t let the title of this three-disc set mislead you: not everything contained within its inconsistent packaging (information varies from outer box to inner sleeves – bad form) can be classified, genre-wise, as post punk. Touching upon sounds from Brian Eno’s nasally squawk on 1974 single Baby’s On Fire to Portishead’s majestic We Carry On, from 2008’s Third, it’s a time capsule featuring the label in question’s more ‘out there’ artists.

Depending on your own definition of punk rock, which in turn determines when it first exploded forth from the underground, you could argue that acts like Roxy Music (Re-Make/Re-Model, from 1972’s eponymous debut) and Sparks (Barbecutie, from 74’s Kimono My House) preceded the movement still defined in the UK by safety pins and snotty noses.

Essex crew Eddie and the Hot Rods offer an insight into the punk sounds of the mid-70s – they played with the Pistols. But their approximation of what would embrace teenage audiences for another generation (and more, unquestionably) celebrates its speed and looseness while overlooking the requirement for a singular tune. Theirs for Teenage Depression rides a classic 12-bar blues progression.

As the ‘freaks’ of the title implies, many of the acts featured across these 46 tracks never troubled the mainstream, beyond the slightest success at the lower levels of the singles chart. Exceptions include The B-52’s' Rock Lobster, at the time (1978) the band’s highest entry on the Billboard 100 – its baritone guitar motif is as catchy today as it was 30 years ago – and Julian Cope’s World Shut Your Mouth, which gave the Teardrop Explodes man a top 20 hit in 1986.

Pulp – with their never-bettered Babies, the Sheffield band’s first real hit – rub shoulders with Bomb the Bass, Tone-Loc with largely forgotten synth-poppers Act, themselves an evolution from the equally overlooked today Propaganda, who were among the first signings to Trevor Horn’s ZTT label in the 1980s. The variety on offer is high, appealingly so; but such is the disparity in quality from track to track that patience can wane and attentions drift. It feels as if this set was more a pleasure to compile than it is to play.

But when it’s good, it’s very good indeed, and any collection with the decency to remind listeners of Tricky’s superb Public Enemy cover Black Steel is okay by these ears. Thorough liner notes complete a muddled, but occasionally magnificent, package. (BBC)

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The Rock Prophet Link Wray (2025) mp4 (Documentary)

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* Some might find this interesting and some not, well the choice is down to you, take it or leave it. I couldn't find a trailer for this on YouTube, sorry. *

* Ok my posts, well I have tried to get you to comment, some have and some not, so it's a pointless exercise. Well in the future I will post whenever I post. But the links will be controlled, in the future 320 and lower bit rate posts, the links will last only 6 days, Flac, Wav and Video post the links will only be active for 3 days (these will be posted on Sundays mainly). So you will have to be quick and visit Vibes on a daily basis. But at the end of the day, whatever limit I put on a post, I will inform you in the comments, how long the link remains active for. I reserve the right to alter the lifespan of my own links.  *

* Comments will remain open, but we reserve the right not to publish anything we feel is unacceptable! so Mr nasty's comments (and yes I know who you are!!) your comments will never see the light of day. The offer for re-up and album requests from regular commentors, has passed, you had your chance and no one requested anything. So from now on I will post whatever, whenever if you want it take but you will have to be quick * 

* Many thanks to all of you who do take the time to thank the uploaders here on Vibes, we all appreciate, your comments, very much and will answer you back. *

* If there are no posts from me for a few days, I am just busy with some other projects I am involved with or not at home. I don't think I will post everyday in the future, just when it happens, there could be 4 or 5 posts and nothing the next day, then one. Want to be a bit looser in the way I post from now on. *

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Aztec Camera – Covers & Rare (1994) 320

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* Ok I have been thinking about Flac, video and box set posts, and what I thought was I would post them on Sundays starting from the 10th of May 2026. As the weekends are dead, will give you all a reason to visit the site, on a Sunday. The links on these posts will be for a very limited period 3 or 4 days only.  *

 

Martha High

(1979)

 

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Martha High

Singing for the Good Times

(2016)

 

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2023 - Channel One - Down In The Dub Vaults

2023 - Channel One - Down In The Dub Vaults @320

 

01. Wailing Souls - Kingdom Rise Kingdom Fall

02. Reggae Regular - Ghetto Rock

03. Michael Prophet - Just Talking

04. Tetrack - Trappers

05. Reggae Regular - Black Star Liner

06. Triston Palma - Joker Smoker

07. Anthony Johnson - Let Go This One

08. Hugh Mundell - Can't Pop No Style

09. Linval Thompson - One More Chance

10. Keith Hudson - Bloody Eyes

11. Roots Radics - Kingdom Rise Kingdom Dub

12. Reggae Regular - Ghetto Dubbing

13. Hi Times Band - Just Dubbing

14. Sly & Robbie - Trappers Dub

15. Reggae Regular - The Dub (It's Coming)

16. Dean Fraser, The Roots Radics - Joker Smoker Dub

17. Roots Radics - Let Go This Dub

18. Rockers All Stars - Can't Pop No Style Dubwise

19. The Revolutionaires - One More Dub

20. Keith Hudson - My Eyes Are Red

Greensleeves Records, the renowned record label based in the United Kingdom, has joined forces with Channel One Soundsystem, known as the ‘Roots Defenders of Notting Hill Carnival’, for the project called Down In The Dub Vaults. The task of curating this collection of exceptional roots & dub treasures, which have been featured on Channel One’s meticulously handcrafted soundsystem, has been entrusted to the enigmatic selector, Mikey Dread. Jamaican and UK groups & vocalists including the Wailing Souls, Michael Prophet, Linval Thompson, Hugh Mundell, and many others are showcased on this compilation. In addition, the second disc of the collection takes listeners into the deep echo dungeon with the dub versions from well-know musicians/engineers such as Sly & Robbie, Scientist, Augustus Pablo, and The Rockers All-Stars, providing a comprehensive and immersive listening experience.

In 1979, Mikey Dread and his brother Jah T Mikey took over the Admiral Bailey sound system, subsequently rebranding it as Channel One, in homage to the renowned Jamaican studio. Since the 1980s, Mikey and his team have been a fixture at the prestigious Notting Hill Carnival, where their discerning selection of conscious music has earned Channel One a devoted following and a reputation as one of the most beloved soundsystems in the United Kingdom. Their global reach has extended beyond the confines of traditional reggae, as evidenced by their collaborations with notable artists such as Nightmares On Wax and Gilles Peterson.

Channel One is well-acquainted with the timeless classics of Greensleeves. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that they have approached Mikey to curate a collection from the extensive repertoire of Greensleeves’ classics for this exclusive compilation. It is worth noting that this marks the first instance of a UK soundsystem participating in such a project since Greensleeves Records released Jah Shaka’s The Positive Message in 2010.

Presented over two LPs, this collection features a number of classic tunes, some of which may not be as widely recognized from the Greensleeves archives. This is to be expected, as the selection is not based on a “greatest hits” approach, but rather a personal choice of sound system tunes that have held a permanent place in Channel One’s record boxes over the years.

Upon listening to Kingdom Rise Kingdom Fall by the Wailing Souls, it becomes apparent how exceptional the collaboration between Wailing Souls, Roots Radics, and Junjo Lawes truly was. The selection of two tunes by Reggae Regular is particularly noteworthy. This UK band was established in 1976 and were noticed by the then-insignificant Greensleeves label, which released two of their songs, Where Is Jah and The Black Star Liner, on the label’s first 12-inch in 1977. The impressive Black Star Liner is featured on this album, as well as Ghetto Rock, a realistic and biting tune from 1984. The late Michael Prophet’s Just Talking is described by Mikey as “Heavyweight Dub,” rendering further commentary unnecessary. Trappers by Tetrack, who recorded this “foot warmer” for Gussie Clarke in 1984, evokes a different mood.

Triston’s 1982 ganja anthem Joker Smoker, produced by Jah Thomas, is widely recognized as one of the most well-known tracks. On the other hand, Anthony Johnson’s Let Go This One, a powerful sound system classic that pushes the limits of speakers, remains relatively unknown. Hugh Mundell, under the guidance of producer Pablo, delivers an exceptional performance with Can’t Pop No Style, hailed by Mikey as an anthem for Channel One Soundsystem over the years. Linval Thompson’s mocking lovers tune One More Chance, released in 1979, showcases the superb backing provided by his favorite band, The Revolutionaries. Surprisingly, Keith Hudson’s Bloody Eyes is included in this selection. This unique lovers ballad from 1978 can also be found on his album Rasta Communication. However, it is worth noting that the version presented here is the overdubbed LP version, rather than the more raucous 12-inch version, which is somewhat unfortunate.

Then we move on to the dub section, featuring a selection which is meant to be experienced through a high-quality sound system, as they are meticulously crafted and designed to captivate your senses. Notable heavyweight highlights include the exceptional Kingdom Rise Kingdom Dub, Joker Smoker Dub, Let Go This Dub, and One More Dub, which showcase the mastery of their creators. Keith Hudson’s dub My Eyes Are Red is a prime example of his ability to create an indescribable atmosphere that must be heard to be fully appreciated. We encourage you to listen and form your own judgment. Hugh Mundell’s dub of Can’t Pop No Style is a more straightforward composition, featuring a raw drum and bass foundation complemented by ethereal keyboard accents and infused vocals from Hugh Mundell. On the other hand, Reggae Regular’s dub Ghetto Dubbing takes a more lighthearted and playful approach, while the powerful Black Star Liner dub resonates with a more militant tone.

In summary, this compilation is truly one of a kind and showcases top-notch musical talent. (Reggae Vibes)

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Various - Jungle with a ReggaeRagga Edge - Volume 4 - Jungle N to S (2026) (VBR)

Volume 4 - Jungle N - S

104. Narna - Dubplate - Veak Remix

105. New Blood - Worries In The Dance

106. No-Req - My Sound

107. Omni Trio - RenegadeSnares (VIP)

108. Papa Gee - We Tell The Jungle Muffin

109. Pete Cannon Meets Ghost Writerz - How We Living

110. Phantom Warrior & Soultrain - Heavy Like Tank VIP (feat. Navigator)

111. Potential Badboy - Banger

112. Potential Badboy - Life

113. Prizna feat. Demolition Man - Urban Shakedown (Remix)

114. Prizna Featuring Tenor Fly - Inner City (Exclusive Dub Plate Mix)

115. Protesta - Cut Mix

116. Pull Up Collective - Big Up (Kartoon remix)

117. Punky Donch - Balang Beng (Mystic Pulse Remix)

118. Ray Keith - Chopper (Shy Fx Remix)

119. Ray Keith - Renegade vs Limb By Limb (Aries remix)

120. Redlight feat. Simpleton - Coca Cola Bottle Shape

121. Remarc - R.i.p. (Remarc Remix)

122. Rewind - Champion Sound (VIP Mix)

123. Rich Kid - Badman Anthem

124. Run Tings - Back Again (Kaotic Chemistry Mix)

125. Scattyone - Ruling Sound

126. Serial Killaz - Badman Selecta

127. Serial Killaz - Duppy Sound (Feat Ragga Twins)

128. Serial Killaz - In Your Eyes

129. Serial Killaz - Put It On

130. Serial Killaz - Walk & Skank

131. Serial Killaz x Cornell Campbell - Mash You Down

132. Shy FX - Carnival Culture

133. Shy FX - Raggamuffin (feat. Mr. Williamz) (Potential Badboy Remix)

134. Shy FX feat. U.K. Apache - Original Nuttah

135. Shy FX x UK Apache x Breakage - Kill Dem Nuttahs (Mister Shifter Edit)

136. Sixteenarmedjack - Ring The Alarm

137. Sixteenarmedjack & 2win trilla - Illegal on a mission (Jamrock Refix Riddim)

138. Solution - What Can I Do

139. Soundclash - Crying Out (Serial Killaz Remix)

140. Soundmurderer & SK1 - Call Da Police

141. Studio Ii - Bad Boy Rhythm

142. Subtifuge Feat Mr Williamz - Ganja Dadda (Marcus Visionary Remix)

143. Sumone - Reckless

144. Super Cat - Don Dada (Jungle Remix edit Terry T)

* Many thanks to General Confusion for submitting these home made mixes to Vibes, and the work involved in compiling them and making the covers.  I took a listen during last week, am sure you will all enjoy this one as much as volumes 1,2 & 3. Will listen to volume 5 before posting it next Monday. *

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The Jesus And Mary Chain – The Complete John Peel Sessions (2000) 320

Tracks 1 to 4 recorded 23/10/1984.
Tracks 5 to 7 recorded 03/02/1985.
Tracks 8 to 11 recorded 29/10/1985.
Tracks 12 to 14 recorded 25/11/1986.
Tracks 15 to 18 recorded 31/05/1988.
Tracks 19 to 21 recorded 26/11/1989.

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Lyn Collins

Think [about it]

(1972)

 

320

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1971 - Rod Stewart - Every Picture Tells A Story

1971 - Rod Stewart - Every Picture Tells A Story @ 320

Without greatly altering his approach, Rod Stewart perfected his blend of hard rock, folk, and blues on his masterpiece, Every Picture Tells a Story. Marginally a harder-rocking album than Gasoline Alley -- the Faces blister on the Temptations cover "(I Know I'm) Losing You," and the acoustic title track goes into hyper-drive with Mick Waller's primitive drumming -- the great triumph of Every Picture Tells a Story lies in its content. Every song on the album, whether it's a cover or original, is a gem, combining to form a romantic, earthy portrait of a young man joyously celebrating his young life. Of course, "Maggie May" -- the ornate, ringing ode about a seduction from an older woman -- is the centerpiece, but each song, whether it's the devilishly witty title track or the unbearably poignant "Mandolin Wind," has the same appeal. And the covers, including definitive readings of Bob Dylan's "Tomorrow Is Such a Long Time" and Tim Hardin's "Reason to Believe," as well as a rollicking "That's All Right," are equally terrific, bringing new dimension to the songs. It's a beautiful album, one that has the timeless qualities of the best folk, yet one that rocks harder than most pop music -- few rock albums are quite this powerful or this rich.

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Various – Crass Records A Sides (Part Two. 1982 - 1984) (1992) 320

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