Intense Records

Congo Ashanti 2025 Remaster - 1LP - Red, Green & Yellow Splatter Vinyl [RSD 2026]

This product is a RECORD STORE DAY 2026 title and not available to pre-order.
Available to buy in-store from 8am on Saturday, 18/04/2026 (Record Store Day).
Remaining copies will be available to buy online from 8pm on Monday 20/04/2026.

First repress of a 1979 European cover colour vinyl g/fold sleeve yellow vinyl with red splatter.

Emerging onto the worldstage via Lee Scratch Perry's 1977 masterpiece Heart Of The Congos, the group established a unique cache in the international reggae market.

Cedric Myton, Watty Burnett, and Roy Johnson struck out on their own to produce Image of Africa and Congo Ashanti, both released in 1979.

Each album is remembered for a distinct studio sound, more mainstream than Scratch's hazy experiments and in line with the late 70s golden era.

Standout tracks include "Youth Man," "Days Chasing Days," "Hail The World Of Jah," and "Thief Is In The Vineyard." Featured players include Ernest Ranglin, Sly & Robbie, and Tommy McCook.

The reissue features the images by acclaimed photographer Antoine Giacomoni.

Newly remastered with liner notes and rare images.

* Record Store Day All Releases 2026 Release Only *