HEAVYWEIGHT RIDDIMS: THE TIGHTERS MEET JERRY JOHNSON ON PURE LOVE
Reggae collective The Tighters have joined forces with legendary Bronx saxophonist Jerry Johnson for their freshly released single, Pure Love. This stellar collaboration includes Pure Dub, bringing Roberto Sánchez, an absolute master of reggae production, into the fold.
Jerry “Saxman” Johnson is reggae royalty. He famously forged his signature brass sound at Lloyd Barnes’ iconic 1976 Wackies label. Over a glittering career, he has shared stages with titans like Burning Spear, Steel Pulse, and Sugar Minott.
A BLISSFUL, HEAVYWEIGHT MEETING OF MUSICAL MINDS
For this pristine cut, the legendary Roberto Sánchez takes the mixing reins at A-Lone Ark Muzik Studio in Spain. He delivers a crisp vocal mix alongside a heavy, echo-drenched counterpart, Pure Dub.
Bringing a final touch of analogue magic, Dr Charty at Bat Records mastered the track using a vintage Studer A80 tape machine. This sonic treatment injects a gorgeous, golden-era warmth into every single beat. It is a blissful, heavyweight meeting of musical minds.
TRACKLIST
1. Pure Love
2. Pure Dub
CREDITS
Jerry Johnson – Saxophones
Andréas “Ante” Andersson – Rhythm Guitar
Raphael “Biggie” Maghakian – Drums, Percussion
Jérémy “Nainj” Chassouant – Bass, Guitar
Yann Mussard – Piano, Organ, Keyboards
Roberto Sánchez – Mix and Dub
Alexis “Dr Charty” Chartier – Mastering at Bat Records Studio
Instrumental by Jerry Johnson & The Tighters
Produced by The Tighters
Riddim recorded at Jah Jazz Studio in Monteux, France.
ABOUT THE TIGHTERS
Delivering old-school authenticity with modern precision, French roots reggae collective The Tighters blends heavy grooves with conscious messages. Formed around Swedish frontman Ante, the band mixes deep melodic roots with global influences.
Following acclaimed albums like Differently and Lovely Love, they are vital torchbearers of European reggae culture.
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ABOUT JERRY JOHNSON
Gerald “Saxman” Jerry Johnson is a legendary reggae saxophonist who has spent over four decades shaping the global reggae and dancehall sound. Born in the Bronx to a Jamaican father and a Barbadian mother, he is highly celebrated for blending foundational New York studio culture with traditional Caribbean riddims.
Johnson has recorded and performed with elite artists including Dennis Brown, Horace Andy, and Maxi Priest.
