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: July 02, 2020

## Max Romeo's "Revelation Time" Reissued

: July 02, 2020

Recorded at Randy's Studio 17 and Lee Perry's Black Ark, Max Romeo's *Revelation Time* is rightfully regarded as one of the cornerstones of Jamaican music.
 

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Released in Jamaica in 1975 on Black World, the album was picked by United Artists for US release and eventually listed in *The Rough Guide to [Reggae](https://sensimedia.net/radio/stations/roots)* as an essential reggae album. Alternately known as *Open The Iron Gate*, it was reissued by the greatly respected boutique reggae label Blood & Fire in 2001. 


The 2020 VP/17 North Parade reissue includes an LP with the original track sequencing and cover art and a 19 track CD extended with DJ versions and dub mixes.

##### Description


In addition to the enduring title track, the album includes the classic Lee Perry production *Three Blind Mice* and one of the all-time high-grade ganja anthems *A Quarter Pound Of I'Cense*.


The LP is the first of a trio of Max Romeo albums that are the core of the singer's international legacy, continuing with *War Inna Babylon* and *Reconstruction*. 


Featuring exceptional production work from both Lee Perry and the up and coming mercenary producer Clive Hunt, the album shows reggae blossoming into the mid-70s and a new star on the rise.


In addition to hard copies, *Revelation Time* is available digitally on [Amazon](https://amzn.to/2Zwru5g), [Apple Music](https://geo.music.apple.com/us/album/revelation-time/1520405260?mt=1&app=music&at=1l3vvJw) and other online music retailers.


Make sure to check out our Max Romeo photo gallery from a recent stop in Los Angeles, CA with Jah9. Photography by Tommy Rillorta for Sensimedia.


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