Ras Laura - Rastaman Come Home (Rare Roots Reggae)
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Ras Laura – ‘Rastaman Come Home’ / ‘Time Drawing Nigh’ – Record City blank (JA)
Insanely scarce nyahbinghi chant by the elusive Ras Laura; nearly impossible to find, not least because the bulk of this artist’s work was released as blanks with no title information. This record came out in 1969; the flip is an astonishing, jazzy version of the Beatles’ ‘Norwegian Wood’ with a Rasta message and some glorious horns. Matrix numbers are DYNA Ras Laura 743-1 (‘Rastaman’) and DYNA Ras Laura 1577-1 (‘Time’). The latter side also has ‘Sons of Negus’ engraved in the run-out grooves, which most likely indicates their presence.Condition: G+ or thereabouts, it’s not in the best condition (please listen to the clips; I’ve included the full length of both sides). The good news is there is no skipping or any serious distortion; you just have to think past the clicks… The dark red, blank labels show wear; the ‘Rastaman’ side is torn and has “Lighten + Thunder” written on it (please see scans). I wouldn’t normally list a record in this condition, but this is an utterly scarce disc and one that deserves a good home. Starting it low, a chance to pick up a scarce piece at a good price!
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Happy to answer any questions. Please see my other reggae auctions with many rare items this week.
Thanks for looking and good luck!
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