An early classic (1969) so ubiquitous at the time we tend not to play it anymore so indelible is cast in the psyche of the Dance Hall . . .so that’s reason enough!
The Pioneers 'Long Shot Kick De Bucket’
Trojan says: Classic boss sounds from 1969, performed by leading Jamaican trio, the Pioneers.
Relating the sudden and dramatic demise of noted racehorse Long Shot at a race held at Kingston's famed Caymanas Park, 'Long Shot Kick The Bucket' became one of Trojan Records' earliest UK chart hits, with the record peaking at No.21 in the Official UK Singles Chart.
The track was since become a skinhead anthem, its enduring popularity due in part to a cover version by the Specials that featured on the UK ska band's chart-topping live EP entitled Too Much Too Young, which also featured their interpretations of 'Liquidator' and 'Skinhead Moonstomp'.
played at EVERY house party I ever went in the late sixties and seventies come to that!
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