The Greatest Music
Released: 1985
Reggae Greats
The 3649th greatest album of all time
Reggae Greats (1985) is a compilation that presents Toots & the Maytals' energetic blend of ska, rocksteady and reggae, centered on Toots Hibbert's soulful, gospel-tinged vocals, driving offbeat rhythms, prominent horn lines and organ textures. The album offers an accessible overview of the group's classic sound and their role in shaping Jamaica's vocal and rhythmic traditions.