In an unprecedented milestone, The Skatalites, The legendary Jamaican band, Throw in Chile a vinyl of 45 rpm, a limited edition that celebrates not only its 60 years of experience, but also its deep connection with Chilean music, specified in collaborations with two of its icons: Alvaro Henriquez and the “Macha” Assenjo.
The vinyl, With alone 500 numbered copies, includes a vibrant version of “A violent love”, The three of the three, With the unmistakable voice of Álvaro Henríquez, while on face B, The pioneer group of ska joins the “Macha” to reimaginate “Out of my life”, Original Trujillo Theme.
The Skatalites and Álvaro Henríquez join forces to revert “A violent love”
Both songs were released on digital platforms in 2024, But now they see the light in a collection format with a high -quality transparent splatter design.
Val Douglas, The bassist and musical director of the band, expressed the special connection of The Skatalites with our country:
“Chile has always been a special place for Skatalites. The energy in the shows was the beginning, But now having the honor of recording with two dear Chilean artists is a step further. The experience was unforgettable and the result even better. Good music is still alive!”, The musician commented.
“Out of my life”, the collaboration between The Skatalites and El Macha
This new record material is the culmination of a relationship that began with the band's first visit in 2006 And that has been strengthened with each of its returns. The themes were recorded in New York (Henríquez's music and voice) and in Chile (Macha's voice), thus joining the sound worlds of Kingston and Santiago.
With the launch of this vinyl, The Skatalites Corona the celebration of its six decades of music, In addition to the shows in the Yein Fonda the days 17, 18 Y 19 of September, and the 20 In the globetrotters Valparaíso, reaffirming its integration with Chilean musical culture.
Vinyl is already available in the main disagreements of the country.
