Steel Pulse – Tribute to the Martyrs
Steel Pulse – Tribute to the Martyrs
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Steel Pulse – Tribute To The Martyrs (Vinyl LP)
Label: Island
Release Date: 1979
Genre: reggae, roots reggae
Collector’s Introduction
Tribute to the Martyrs is the second studio album by the English reggae band Steel Pulse, released in July 1979. The album peaked at No. 36 on the Swedish Pop Album charts and No. 42 on the UK Pop Album charts.
Artist Bio & Legacy
Steel Pulse are a British roots reggae band from the Handsworth area of Birmingham, England. They originally formed at Handsworth Wood Boys School, and were composed of David Hinds (lead vocals, guitar), Basil Gabbidon (lead guitar, vocals), and Ronald McQueen (bass); along with Basil's brother Colin briefly on drums and Mykaell Riley (vocals, percussion).
Album Story & Recording Insight
Tribute to the Martyrs is the second studio album by the English reggae band Steel Pulse, released in July 1979. The album peaked at No. 36 on the Swedish Pop Album charts and No. 42 on the UK Pop Album charts.
Sound & Highlights
Studio-crafted and enduring; a touchstone for its genre.
Pressing Details
- 180 g black vinyl pressing
- Printed inner sleeve with lyrics
- Mastered for analogue warmth
- Official Island release
- Made in EU
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
A must-own for serious vinyl collectors — essential listening that deserves pride of place on your turntable.
Track List
- Unseen Guest
- Sound System
- Jah Pickney - R.A.R.
- Tribute to the Martyrs
- Babylon Makes the Rules
- Uncle George
- Biko's Kindred Lament
- Blasphemy
Catalogue / Barcode: 19684 · Made in EU
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