Rico Rodriguez's 1969 single "Blow Your Horn" is a prime example of the raw, energetic ska sound that dominated Jamaica in the late 1960s. The track showcases Rodriguez's masterful horn work and the tight rhythms of the era.
- The single was released on Trojan Records, a label instrumental in bringing Jamaican music to the UK audience.
- This release came at a time when ska was transitioning into rocksteady and then reggae, though "Blow Your Horn" firmly sits in the ska camp.
- The B-side of the single was "Walk With Rico," another instrumental showcase for the trombonist.
Rico Rodriguez was a Jamaican-born trombonist, a foundational figure in the ska and reggae scenes. He was a key player in the development of Jamaican music, both in his home country and abroad.
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