The Ethiopians - Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell

Review by Sundeep Paulose

Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell by The Ethiopians – A Reggae Gem That Still Rings True Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell, the 1968 reggae classic from The Ethiopians. This little slice of Jamaican gold came out swinging in both Jamaica and the UK, thanks to labels like Deltone and Crab. Produced by H. Robinson (who clearly knew his way around a studio), this album is as raw and unpolished as your grandma’s pottery—but in the best possible way. Let’s cut to the chase: two tracks stand out here, and they’re not just memorable—they’re downright unforgettable. First off, you’ve got “Ding Dong Bell.” Yeah, it’s exactly what it sounds like—a bouncy, infectious tune that worms its way into your brain faster than you can say “Where’s my headphones?” It’s playful yet groovy, with lyrics so simple they almost feel accidental. But hey, isn’t that the magic of reggae? You don’t need complexity when you’ve got rhythm for days. Every time I hear those opening notes, I’m halfway convinced there’s an invisible steel drum band following me around. Then there’s “Reggie Hit The Town,” which feels like the older, cooler cousin at a family barbecue. It’s got swagger, man. The bassline hits harder than your ex’s text messages, and the vocals? Pure fire. There’s something about how The Ethiopians deliver their lines—it’s like they’re shrugging while singing, all casual but secretly owning the room. If this track doesn’t make you want to grab a coconut drink and pretend you're on a beach somewhere, then maybe check your pulse. Now, let’s talk production. Producer H. Robinson didn’t go overboard with fancy tricks; instead, he let the music breathe. And honestly? That was the right call. These songs are stripped-down, no-frills affairs, but they pack more punch than most modern beats drowning in autotune. Plus, listening to this record feels like stepping back in time—to a world where vinyl crackled, speakers popped, and people danced without caring if TikTok approved. So why does Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell still matter today? Maybe it’s because it reminds us that music doesn’t have to try too hard to be great. Or maybe it’s proof that sometimes, simplicity rules supreme. Either way, one thing’s for sure: after spinning this album, you’ll never look at bells—or Reggies—the same way again. Oh, and fun fact: ding dongs might actually be better as songs than snacks. Who knew?

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Artist: The Ethiopians
Album: Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell

Reggae

Reggae

1968

Rating: 4.75

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Ding Dong Bell
Reggie Hit The Town

Video

DING DONG BELL - THE ETHIOPIANS

Reggie Hit The Town - The Eathopians.

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Catalog Numbers

CRAB 4

Labels

Deltone
Crab

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online anhören
kuunnella verkossa
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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
White Label

Credits

Role	Credit
Producer	H. Robinson

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout: FRO 7555
Matrix / Runout: FED 7252
Barcode (A-side): crab 4 A1-G
Barcode (B-side): crab 4 B1-G

About The Ethiopians

The Ethiopians are a ska, rocksteady, and reggae vocal group, founded by , and . The group started out recording for in 1966. Dillon had previously released some mento songs under the name . Around late 1966, Morris left the Ethiopians. Having left Dodd, the Ethiopians started recording at Dynamic Studios for the label, releasing the ska classic song "Train to Skaville

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Etheiopians
Etheopian
Etheopians
Ethiopian
Ethiopians
Ethiopions
Ethopians
Etihopians
Etipions
The Eathopians
The Etheopians
The Ethiopian
The Ethiopians From Jamaica
The Ethiopions
The Ethopians
The Thiopians

Members

Leonard Dillon
Aston Morris
Stephen Taylor

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The Ethiopians' album *Reggie Hit The Town Ding Dong Bell* is a hidden gem from 1968. It blends raw reggae vibes and captures the essence of Jamaica and the UK. Produced by H. Robinson, it features just two tracks—"Ding Dong Bell" and "Reggie Hit The Town." Short, sweet, and full of soul. Back then, albums with only a couple of tracks were pretty common in reggae. It’s like they packed all the energy into these two songs. Pretty wild, right?

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vlorkphdey

2025-03-06

EATHOPIANS

varunvashisht1285

2025-03-06

I WISH THAT YOU MAY LIVE TO SEE A MILLION YEARS!

huachin

2025-03-05

Is this group called Ethiopians - or Eathopians? I love the tune but people are calling them Ethiopians - which is not what it says on the disc label. Does anyone know?