Smalltown Boy by Kingston Sound System, Jimmy Somerville

This new imagining of ‘Smalltown Boy’ combines the original vocals from Bronski Beat frontman Jimmy Somerville alongside authentic reggae instrumentation. The sense of longing on the original vocal is still present, this time dripping in dub and live horns. Kingston Sound System’s version places this iconic dancefloor track with a reggae groove, creating a new interpretation which sounds as perfectly paired as the original.

Captured by a band who have played with the likes of Ziggy Marley, Peter Tosh, Sly & Robbie, Wyclef Jean and many more, ‘Smalltown Boy’ is the latest release from the forthcoming Classic Hits In A Reggae Groove. Regarded as “a perfect song”, ‘Smalltown Boy’ was a hit across the world upon its release in 1984. It is a track which remains as relevant today as when it was released, remaining as an anthem in the LGBTQ community.

Kingston Sound System presents "Classic Hits In A reggae Groove", a unique music project that re-imagines international smash hits in authentic reggae style