Black Uhuru – Anthem (LP, 1983, Island Records ILPS 9769, Original Unedited UK Version)

Why This Record Matters
Anthem captures Black Uhuru’s Michael Rose, Duckie Simpson, and Puma Jones lineup working with the Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare rhythm section and production team. The album won the inaugural Grammy Award for Best Reggae Recording.

Collector Note
This 1983 UK Island Records ILPS 9769 stereo LP is the original unedited UK version that was withdrawn shortly after release and subsequently replaced by a remixed edition. This copy has the A-1U/B-1U matrices with Graeme Durham and Sound Clinic identifiers and includes its original inner sleeve.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Island Records – ILPS 9769
Country: UK
Released: 1983
Genre: Reggae
Style: Roots Reggae, Dub

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ILPS 9769 A-1U-1-1-- GRAEME
Side B: ILPS 9769 B-1U-1-1 -X1 Sound Clinic

Tracklist
Side A
A1 What Is Life – 4:07
A2 Party Next Door – 3:03
A3 Try It – 4:42
A4 Black Uhuru Anthem – 5:27
Side B
B1 Botanical Roots – 4:23
B2 Somebody's Watching You – 5:00
B3 Bull In The Pen – 4:16
B4 Elements – 3:50

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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