German ska and reggae with Grover Records
July 3rd 2006 13:17
Grover Records have long been a stalwart in the German reggae and ska scene, releasing records from local acts and international acts alike. Alongside labels such as Porkpie and Mad Butcher, they have provided a service for bands to get their music out to a receptive public.
Grover Records have a diverse artist roster, but focus mainly on traditional forms of Jamaican music. They have released records from local German bands such as Alpha Boys School, Dr. Ring Ding and . Jamican legends on the label include the wonderful Doreen Schaffer (who performs with the Skatalites), Derrick Morgan, Rico and the late Laurel Aitken. They are also responsible for releasing other bands such as Intensified, the Hotknives, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra and Eastern Standard Time to name just a few, giving them a definite international mix to their music output.
Not only do the folk behind Grover release a huge chunk of ska and reggae on CD, but they also have a vinyl subsidiary and a promotion company that is responsible for many of the tours Germany sees. For those with a northern soul tickle, they are doing that as well! Grover really is doing it all.
To learn all about the German label, head over to: http://www.grover.de
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