The Skatalites – Ball Of Fire (CD, 1997, Island Jamaica Jazz 314-524 420-2, US, PMDC Pressing)

Why This CD Matters
Ball Of Fire revisits foundational Skatalites material through extended performances that emphasize the group's jazz-influenced instrumental playing. The lineup includes original members Lloyd Brevett, Lloyd Knibb, Lester Sterling, and Roland Alphonso, with Jamaican guitarist Ernest Ranglin appearing as a special guest. The program includes “James Bond Theme,” “Eastern Standard Time,” “Rock Fort Rock,” and “Freedom Sound.”

Collector Note
This US Island Jamaica Jazz edition carries catalog number 314-524 420-2 and barcode 7 314-524-420-2 4. The disc was manufactured in the USA by PMDC and carries matrix/runout 314 524 420 2 01! D, Mastering SID code IFPI L005, and Mould SID code IFPI 0397.

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

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Island Jamaica Jazz – 314-524 420-2
Country: US
Released: 1997
Genre: Reggae
Style: Ska, Rocksteady

Matrix / Runout
314 524 420 2 01! D
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L005
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0397
Pressing Plant ID: MADE IN USA BY PMDC

Tracklist
James Bond Theme – 7:00
Latin Goes Ska – 4:43
Confucious – 5:58
Occupation – 6:02
Rock Fort Rock – 7:01
Eastern Standard Time – 5:41
Ball Of Fire – 6:52
Swing Easy – 6:24
Ringo – 6:19
Freedom Sound – 8:26

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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