African Train (7")

Format: 7" Label: Deeper Roots  Year: 2026  Condition: New TRACKS: A) Errol 'Flabba' Holt: African Train B) Holt & The Bolts: African Roots Originally released in 1975. Produced by Niney The Observer. 'African Train' is a solid piece of mid-seventies roots. The Observer provides a sparse, heavy framework for Flabba's voice, using a rugged foundation punctuated by a tingling piano riff. It's a treat to hear Holt in a lead vocal role instead of his usual spot as the heavy-duty bassist for the Roots Radics. Flabba spent time honing his skills with the Morwells before becoming a foundation member of the Radics. Most fans know his singing from 'My Heart In Danger', but this earlier track shows a different energy. The B-side is a pure mid-seventies version. There are no effects at all on this side, just the naked riddim track driving forward while pieces of the vocal drift in toward the end.