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Quality recordings of reggae/ska and alternative

I need help expanding my "reference" cds of reggae, ska and alternative rock; I'm interested in those with the highest quality recording and wide soundstage (if possible with this genre of music!). Does near audiophile quality exist for these genres? What are your recommendations? Some of the favs in my collection are: Cake, Ben Folds, Beck, Bare Naked Ladies, Bob Marley Legend, Steel Pulse, They Might Be Giants, Muse; I could go on with my list but want your suggestions on music that sounds great on 2 channel audiophile systems. Thanks!
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synthfreek
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Bongofury is recommending some pretty great stuff...I have a ton of those records. This Are 2 Tone is another good ska comp. I'm more into dub stuff than regular reggae. If you want some pics that's my expertise.
canjo07 OP
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This is great stuff. I've been into ska/reggae music since high school in the 80's, and now that hooked on this hobby of quality 2-channel audio (on a working man's budget mind you!)I'm looking for the best of both worlds. Haven't been into dub but am looking forward to giving it a good try.
canjo07 OP
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I agree with you on Counting Crows Fishcat1. Dub side of moon sounds very interesting so I'll have to check it out.
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chazro
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If you really want to expand your horizons; you should give the Jazz Jamaica All-Stars a listen! In particular; 'Massive' & 'Double Barrel'. Big Band Ska/Reggae, beautifully recorded and very well played. Huge added bonus is that one can usually find these on the very cheap on Ebay! Don't be fooled by the price or the seemingly 'gimmicky' genre, this is outstanding music!
canjo07 OP
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Thanks Chazro. I just bought it on Half.com for $6 including shipping!
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