Laurel Aitken - This Great Day I May Never See My Baby Anymore

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Review by Trent Sterling

Album Review: "This Great Day I May Never See My Baby Anymore" by Laurel Aitken Laurel Aitken’s 1964 release, This Great Day I May Never See My Baby Anymore, is a little gem from the early days of UK reggae and ska. Released on Blue Beat Records, this album captures the raw energy of an era when Jamaican rhythms were starting to ripple across Britain. Written entirely by Aitken himself (L. Aitken), it's clear that his heart was as much in storytelling as it was in making people move. The standout track for me has gotta be “This Great Day.” It’s one of those tunes that just sticks with you—not because it’s overly flashy but because its simplicity hits deep. The horn section bounces along like sunlight flickering through clouds, while Aitken’s voice carries this mix of hope and melancholy. You can tell he’s singing about something real, something lived-in. Whether it’s optimism or resignation, it feels authentic—a vibe not all artists can pull off so effortlessly. Then there’s “I May Never See My Baby Anymore,” which absolutely tugs at your soulstrings. This one gets remembered for how brutally honest it is. The lyrics are straightforward yet packed with emotion—Aitken sings about loss and longing without overcomplicating things. The bassline grooves steady underneath, letting the weight of his words sit heavy on ya. There’s no hiding behind studio tricks here; it’s pure, unfiltered expression. Tracks like these remind us why ska wasn’t just music—it was a feeling. What makes this record special isn’t just its sound—it’s the way Aitken bridges cultures. In 1964, ska was still finding its footing outside Jamaica, and here’s a guy doing it justice in the UK. Sure, production values might feel a bit dated now, but that only adds charm. It’s music that tells you where it came from, warts and all. Reflecting on this album, it strikes me how Laurel Aitken managed to create something timeless despite working within such tight constraints. And honestly? If you’re looking for proof that great art doesn’t need polish, this is it. Funny enough, listening to it today feels kinda like finding an old photograph—you don’t expect it to resonate, but somehow, it does.

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Artist: Laurel Aitken
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
I May Never See My Baby Anymore
This Great Day

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Catalog Numbers

45/BB 249

Labels

Blue Beat

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyMelodisc Records Ltd.
Published ByCopyright Control

Credits

RoleCredit
Written-ByL. Aitken

About Laurel Aitken

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Laurel Aitken (born April 22, 1927, Cuba - died July 17, 2005) was a Cuban-born Jamaican singer and one of the pioneers of Jamaican ska music. He moved to Jamaica with his family in 1938. In the 1950's, he became one of Jamaica's first recording artists, standing on the edge between r'n'b, boogie and ska. In 1960, Aitken moved to the UK, where he recorded a number of hit records for label before returning to Jamaica in 1963. Shortly after he returned to England permanently and continued to play with various ska bands until his death.

Real Name

    • Lorenzo Aitken

Name Vars

  • A. Aitken
  • Aikken
  • Aitken
  • Aitken, Laurel
  • Aitkin
  • Alkien
  • Atkins
  • L Aitken
  • L. Aiken
  • L. Aikten
  • L. Aitken
  • L. Aitkin
  • L. Aitkins
  • L. Akins
  • L. Athkins
  • L. Atkin
  • L. Atkins
  • L.Aitken
  • Larial Aitkens
  • Larries Atkins
  • Laurel
  • Laurel 'Lorenzo' Aitken
  • Laurel (Lorenzo) Aitken
  • Laurel - Aitkens
  • Laurel Aiken
  • Laurel Aitken & Friends
  • Laurel Aitken's All Stars
  • Laurel Aitkens
  • Laurel Aitkin
  • Laurel Aitkins
  • Laurel Antonio Aitken
  • Laurel Atken
  • Laurel Attken
  • Laurel Lorenzo Aitken
  • Lauren Aitken
  • Lorenzo Aitken
  • The Fantastic Laurel Aitken
  • The Legendary Laurel Aitken
  • Лорел Ејткин

Aliases

  • Tiger
  • Lorenzo

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *This Great Day I May Never See My Baby Anymore* by Laurel Aitken is a hidden gem from 1964. It’s pure ska goodness, released in the UK on the Blue Beat label. Both tracks were written by Aitken himself. What makes it special? It’s a snapshot of early reggae and ska vibes before they blew up globally. If you dig old-school rhythms, this one’s for you.

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2025-03-13
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