Carltons / Lee Perry - Better Days / Station Underground News Carltons / Lee Perry
Pickup currently unavailable at Truck Oxford or Witney
Delivery options at checkout:
Store Collection
Oxford or Witney
Local Courier
OX1-OX4 postcode
Delivery
UK postage
FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME ON 7” VINYL SINGLE
THE CARLTONS / “BETTER DAYS” c/w LEE PERRY / “STATION UNDERGROUND NEWS”
This is the reissue of the rare 1973 original single with its original tracks as produced by Lee Perry.
7inch black vinyl 45 RPM - Black cardboard cover with round cut-outs on both sides.
“Better Days” is a strikingly beautiful anthem built around the Carltons’ breathtaking harmonies and a patient, rolling, minimalist Reggae rhythm made of syncopated drums and a gentle horn section in background, hence serving the strong vocal delivery even further. Without forgetting the equally beautiful lyrics delivering a powerful message of resilience, optimism and faith. Beautiful harmonies, minimalist rhythm and uplifting lyrics all together make “Better Days” one of the Shoes most enduring performances and a Reggae masterpiece that invites to both reflection and musical delight...
“Station Underground News” was in fact the A track on the original 1973 single with Lee Perry credited as “King Koba”. It is a subterranean journey through Perry’s imagination. Built from a skeletal rhythm track, the piece unfolds as a series of musical interventions: echoing vocals, fractured percussion, Funky manipulations and more. This little know track captures perfectly Perry’s trademark blend of Jamaican musical textures, off kilter rhythms, experimentations and unbridled whimsy and creativity…
FAQs
Answers to any questions you may have about ordering with us can be found below. If not, don't hesitate to get in contact!
Shipping
- We aim to ship out all orders placed within two working days (except for pre-orders, see below)
- We send all postal orders via Royal Mail's 48 hour tracked service. Your tracking number will be added to your order upon fulfilment
- If there is a problem with your order we will let you know as soon as possible
- Please direct any issues you may have to our helpful team at orders@truckmusic.store
Store Pick Up
- Orders can be placed for collection from either of our stores (Oxford or Witney)
- Let us know which store you would like to collect from either by adding a note to your cart or by emailing orders@truckmusic.store
- We aim to have your order ready within two working days (except for pre-orders, see below)
Pre-Orders
- Pre-ordering is a great way to secure your copy of an album prior to its release date
- We aim to ensure all pre-ordered products are shipped or ready for collection by the album's release date
- Pre-order release dates are subject to change, we will keep the product page up to date with any changes so please refer to this if you are concerned an order hasn't been shipped
- Please direct any enquiries about pre-orders to orders@truckmusic.store
Out of Stocks
- If an item is listed as 'Sold Out', don't despair! We are most likely able to get hold of it so please do contact us if there is something specific you're after!
- OR fill in the 'Notify Me' form to get notified when a product is restocked
Returns
- Website orders are eligible for return up to 14 days after the item has been delivered, please get in contact ASAP if you would like to return an item
