Pama International sign to Trojan Records

19/09/06

I saw Sean last weekend and he gave me a copy of the promo album, along with the limited 7” single. After months of staying tight-lipped Trojan Records are proud to announce their first new band signing in decades – UK’s leading ska, dub & reggae collective PAMA INTERNATIONAL.

Starring members from The Specials, Galliano, Pop Will Eat Itself, Bentley Rhythm Ace and Nick Mannaseh at the controls Pama Intl’s first album for Trojan, aptly titled ‘TROJAN SESSIONS’ has just been completed. It boasts a phenomenal line-up of vintage ska/reggae guests including; Rico Rodriguez, Dennis Alcapone, Dawn Penn, Derrick Morgan, Winston Francis & AJ Franklin and the first recording since the 1970’s from Dave & Ansel Collins, creating a sensational blend of old and new.

The first taster of the album can be heard on Trojan Records ‘Selecta Vol.3’ compilation due out on 31st July 2006. Available in shops for £4.99

It see’s Pama Intl appear alongside legendary artists such as Lee Perry, Johnny Clarke, Desmond Dekker, Mad Professor, The Heptones and more. The album will hit the shops on 18th September, but can by preordered now from the Trojan Shop @ http://www.trojanrecords.com. For all you vinyl lovers out there a 7” single will be released at the same time and is set to feature ‘It Ain’t Funny’ (featuring Dave & Ansel Collins) and ‘Neither High Nor Dry’ (featuring Dennis Alcapone).

Needless to say Pama Intl are honored to be signed to one of the worlds most famous and respected reggae labels and to be associated with it’s artists legacy is quite simply astounding!

“The album is most definitely our strongest to date. Great songs, with amazing guest artists. It’s been a real privilege to make. Great vibes mixed by the superb Nick Mannaseh and myself. We’ve once again set out to create a 21st century take on ska, reggae and rocksteady. Dub-fueled, soul-injected, rockers delight. I think we’ve surpassed ourselves”..commented Pama Intl’s head honcho Sean Flowerdew. “We’re absolutely blown away by the whole thing!”

PAMA INTERNATIONAL – TROJAN SESSIONS

Trojan Records (TJCCD325) can be pre-ordered NOW from the Trojan Shop @ http://www.trojanrecords.com – release date 18th September 2006 or from Amazon

Could’nt believe this either my old design on Amazon!