And now for the other side of “I Need Your Loving.” “Buttoo” is a great uptempo reggae tune with a deep bass line that gallops along. Plus any song that has lyrics about miniskirts is tops in my book…although these ladies are apparently not all that!
Posted in Early Reggae, Sound Clips
Tagged 1969, Blue Cat, Concords, reggae, rupie edwards
“I Need Your Loving” is the B-Side of Buttoo, a scorching double-sider released in 1969 on the Blue Cat label (A-Side spelled “Bettoo” on the UK issue). This Rupie Edwards produced gem features a young Gregory Isaacs and on vocals, joined by Penro Bramwell. The horns and vocals are an excellent compliment to one another, and while the rhythm is fast, the lyrics and feeling of the tune is pure sweetness.
The Concords issued a few other tracks, including Don’t Let Me Suffer and Red Sun Rise (Success RE 904, 1970; also released with same sides on JA Success). All sides are worth a listen.
“I Need Your Loving” on Blue Cat in VG+ condition will probably run about 60 GBP. The same sides were released on JA Success, and the pre-release can be picked up for substantially cheaper ($40 to $60 USD).
