Jama Rico was the second Rico album released on 2 Tone Records in 1982. This was a more resolute statement, more African in its rhythms and a hidden treasure within the 2 Tone label. This time the recording sessions were split between Joe Gibbs studio in Jamaica and sessions at London’s Town House Studios. The Jamaican sessions again were produced by Dick Cuthell and comprised of musician friends Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare, Headley Bennett, and Ansel Collins. The London sessions, produced by Dick and Jerry Dammers, featured Specials John Bradbury and Horace Panter, along with Tony Utah and Satch Dixon.

The second of master trombonist Rico's two albums for 2-Tone, unavailable on vinyl for a long time. The result of sessions split between England and Jamaica, this is a remarkably adventurous fusion of reggae and jazz that sounds as fresh today as it did in 1982. A classic!

By Adam