Third World
As Third World says, "If it's music, sweet music, let it play".
Third World is one of the longest running and most diverse bands Jamaica has ever produced. An institution that stands for producing and performing music that, while holding firm to the cultural and ancestral roots of its members, still pushes forward the cutting edge of music worldwide. It is an institution whose themes are positive, progressive and internationally relevant.
Before long, they were playing in England where Island Records 'Chris Blackwell’ saw them perform. Blackwell immediately offered them a record deal and a slot on a European tour, opening for one of his artistes, Bob Marley and The Wailers.
'THIRD WORLD', their debut album in 1976, featured the hypnotic "Satta Amasa Gana". It was closely followed in 1977 by the legendary album, "96 DEGREES IN THE SHADE"- released to rave reviews in Europe and the U. K., and of course, the classic title track, "1865 (96 Degrees In The Shade)".
Third World opened for Bob Marley & The Wailers on their 1975 European Tour, and performed on some of his recordings. They have remained a force in keeping Reggae on the international music scene, yet still remaining true to their roots.
Stand-out tracks include;
'1865 (96 Degrees In The Shade)', 'Uptown Rebel', 'Brand New Beggar', 'Cool Mediation'.
Blue Mountain Music publish a majority of the following album for this artist for the World excluding Jamaica.
'Reggae Ambassadors - 20th Anniversary Co.'
