Wailers

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	Burnin' Used - Vinyl - 90031-1 1973 Gatefold 2nd Issue. Original Cover Art Did Not Include The Sheriff Badge Logo. Features The Original Version Of "I Shot The Sheriff." more
	Burnin' Sealed Import - 600753600672 Sealed 2024 gatefold reissue. EU import, pressed at MP. Lacquer cut by Lex van Coeverden. "The Wailers' fourth album overall, Burnin', was their second for Island Records, released only six months after its predecessor, Catch a Fire. Given that speed, it's not surprising that several tracks -- "Put It On," "Small Axe," and "Duppy Conqueror" -- are re-recordings of songs dating back a few years. But they fit in seamlessly with the newer material, matching its religious militancy and anthemic style. The confrontational nature of the group's message is apparent immediately in the opening track, "Get Up, Stand Up," as stirring a song as any that emerged from the American Civil Rights movement a decade before. The Wailers are explicit in their call to violence, a complete reversal from their own 1960s "Simmer Down" philosophy. Here, on "Burnin' and Lootin'," they take issue with fellow Jamaican Jimmy Cliff's song of the previous year, "Many Rivers to Cross," asking impatiently, "How many rivers do we have to cross/Before we can talk to the boss?" "I Shot the Sheriff," the album's most celebrated song, which became a number one hit in the hands of Eric Clapton in 1974, claims self-defense, admits consequences ("If I am guilty I will pay"), and emphasizes the isolated nature of the killing ("I didn't shoot no deputy"), but its central image is violent. Such songs illuminated the desperation of poor Jamaican life, but they also looked forward to religious salvation, their themes accentuated by the compelling rhythms and the alternating vocals of the three singers. Bob Marley was a first among equals, of course, and after this album his partners, Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer, quit the group, which thereafter was renamed Bob Marley and the Wailers. The three bonus tracks on the 2001 reissue are all by Tosh and Wailer, though recorded at the album's sessions, suggesting the source of their frustration." All MusiC Guide - William Ruhlmann more
	Catch A Fire New - Vinyl - UIJY 9044 New, Unplayed 2007 Limited Edition Japanese Pressing Featuring A Perfect Reproduction Of The Original Die-Cut, Flip-Top Zippo Jacket As Only The Japanese Can Do. Includes Obi And Wrap Around Cover And Insert. “Catch A Fire Was The Major Label Debut For Bob Marley And The Wailers, And It Was An International Success Upon Its Release In 1973. Although Bob Marley May Have Been The Main Voice, Every Member Of The Wailers Made Valuable Contributions And They Were Never More United In Their Vision And Sound. All The Songs Were Originals, And The Instrumentation Was Minimalistic In Order To Bring Out The Passionate, Often Politically Charged Lyrics. Much Of The Appeal Of The Album Lies In Its Sincerity And Sense Of Purpose -- These Are Streetwise Yet Disarmingly Idealistic Young Men Who Look Around Themselves And Believe They Might Help Change The World Through Music. Marley Sings About The Current State Of Urban Poverty ("Concrete Jungle") And Connects The Present To Past Injustices ("Slave Driver"), But He Is A Not A One-Trick Pony. He Is A Versatile Songwriter Who Also Excels At Singing Love Songs Such As His Classic "Stir It Up." Peter Tosh Sings The Lead Vocal On Two Of His Own Compositions -- His Powerful Presence And Immense Talent Hint That He Would Eventually Leave For His Own Successful Solo Career. More Than Anything Else, However, This Marks The Emergence Of Bob Marley And The International Debut Of Reggae Music. Marley Would Continue To Achieve Great Critical And Commercial Success During The 1970s, But Catch A Fire Is One Of The Finest Reggae Albums Ever. This Album Is Essential For Any Music Collection.” Vik Lynegar, All Music Guide. more
	Catch A Fire Used - Vinyl - SW 9329 1973 Zippo Flip-Top Lighter Cover Original. LP Is EX And Plays Without Surface Noise (M-) Through Both Sides Of This Monster Reggae Album. The Flip-Top Cover (First Issues Only) Has A Small Brass Stud Which Acts As A Hinge For The Two Halves. This Is Extremely Delicate And Is Usually Broken Or Missing. This One Is Intact And Still Works. Also Includes The Original Shaped Inner Sleeve. Cover Has Light Wear (VG+). First Intact Original We Have Had In Stock In Many Years. more
	Catch A Fire Used - Vinyl - ILPS 9241 1973 UK Sun Ray Label Original Housed In The First Edition Zippo Cover With The Large Rivet Still Completely Intact. A3U/B4U Stampers. Delicate Front Cover Has A Light Wrinkle. LP Appears Unplayed. “Catch A Fire Was The Major Label Debut For Bob Marley And The Wailers, And It Was An International Success Upon Its Release In 1973. Although Bob Marley May Have Been The Main Voice, Every Member Of The Wailers Made Valuable Contributions And They Were Never More United In Their Vision And Sound. All The Songs Were Originals, And The Instrumentation Was Minimalistic In Order To Bring Out The Passionate, Often Politically Charged Lyrics. Much Of The Appeal Of The Album Lies In Its Sincerity And Sense Of Purpose -- These Are Streetwise Yet Disarmingly Idealistic Young Men Who Look Around Themselves And Believe They Might Help Change The World Through Music. Marley Sings About The Current State Of Urban Poverty ("Concrete Jungle") And Connects The Present To Past Injustices ("Slave Driver"), But He Is A Not A One-Trick Pony. He Is A Versatile Songwriter Who Also Excels At Singing Love Songs Such As His Classic "Stir It Up." Peter Tosh Sings The Lead Vocal On Two Of His Own Compositions -- His Powerful Presence And Immense Talent Hint That He Would Eventually Leave For His Own Successful Solo Career. More Than Anything Else, However, This Marks The Emergence Of Bob Marley And The International Debut Of Reggae Music. Marley Would Continue To Achieve Great Critical And Commercial Success During The 1970s, But Catch A Fire Is One Of The Finest Reggae Albums Ever. This Album Is Essential For Any Music Collection.” Vik Lynegar, All Music Guide. more
	Catch A Fire Used - Vinyl - SW-9329 1973 Zippo Flip-Top Lighter Cover Original. The Flip-Top Cover (First Issues Only) Has A Small Brass Stud Which Acts As A Hinge For The Two Halves. This Is Extremely Delicate And Is Usually Broken Or Missing. Also Includes The Original Shaped Inner Sleeve. Cover Has Creasing (VG). First Intact Original We Have Had In Stock In Many Years. more
	Fabulous Wailers At The Castle Used - Vinyl - NW 902 1998 Reissue. 4 1/2 Stars On All Music Guide. Appears Unplayed. more
	Outburst! New - Vinyl - UAS 6557 Sealed 1966 Stereo Original. Shrink Wrap Has Peeled Away On The Bottom Right Corner, Allowing Some Scuffing To The Bottom Seam For 3cm, Hence We Reduced The Price By $75. more
	The Fabulous Wailers Used - Vinyl - NW 901 Long Out Of Print 1998 Reissue Of Tracks From Golden Crest Records 45s Plus The Previously Unreleased "Snake Pit." Appears Unplayed. more
	The Fabulous Wailers At The Castle New - Vinyl - ETALB 1 Sealed Original more