Henry Junjo Lawes | Reggae Anthology: Volcano Eruption | Mini Documentary

This mini documentary on the career and of legend of reggae producer Henry Junjo Lawes was originally released in 2010 as a bonus disc to the Reggae Anthology compilation Volcano Eruption (VPCD4162).
This documentary draws on the shared heritage of Greensleeves Records and VP Records, the two labels that issued the lion's share of Lawes' catalog in the UK and US between 1979 and 1985. This was the period through which Lawes was the leading producer in reggae and dancehall.
Featuring Interviews with: Chris Chin, Errol “Flabba” Holt, Little John, Michael Prophet, General Saint, Jah Screw, Cocoa Tea, Linval Thompson, and Yellowman
Featuring Still Images by: Beth Lesser, Tero Kaski, and Pekka Vuorinen
Interviews Conducted by: Fidel Luna, Norman “Bulpus” Bryan, and Pierre Bost
Cameras: Kevin Jackson, Marlon Williams, and Alex Bartolomei
Postproduction and Editing by: Alex Bartolomei
#JunjoLawes #Reggae #Dancehall

[@beaut157]

R I.p my dad the great Mr Henry Lawes miss you everyday

[@davidhenry8056]

I just love papa toyan delivery and how him ride the riddims he was one of the greatest dj ever from Jamaica

[@donovanembden8737]

Can someone please tell me how he died? I'd love to ask God why so many good people die young. So many greedy and corrupt producers live to a ripe old age !!

[@Jolynenizuma22]

@@donovanembden8737 he got shot atleast thats what little john said

[@user-hv4ip9qd6c]

Jim brown was tuff to

[@lion8608]

Respect to Henry 'Junjo' Lawes for giving lots of Artistes the opportunity and exposure. However in my opinion Hopeton Overton Brown aka Scientist played a major role in Junjo's success with the kind of engineering he did on the recordings, which very few mention during these interviews. It's a proven fact that the sound of the recordings can make or break an Artiste, It even contributed to some Artiste success that was lacking certain things, in a positive way. The reason why most of these songs are still popular today is because of the mixing/engineering. Many of Junjo's recording got sales because of Scientist mixing and his name being on the Albums /records. During that time when I bought records, and I'm speaking for a few other that I know for sure, if Scientist name is on the record, we would buy it without questioning it because we knew the mixing on there would be different from the rest. Lots of credit needs to go to Hopeton Overton Brown aka Scientist and Roots Radics Band. 🙏❤🙏💛🙏💚🙏

[@PaulBrown-fp6ug]

Absolutely 100 percent true about the Scientist / Roots Radics effect.

[@lion8608]

@@PaulBrown-fp6ug fi real and you hardly hear them talk about the ways they exploited him as a young Youth in the music business. Scientist was Waaay ahead of the game considering he was the youngest of them all and still is ahead of the game. Bunny Lee (R.I.P.) said it best. "Scientist is the KING 👑 of DUB." Lucky for him he left Jamaica. Who the Creator protect, no one curse. 🙏❤🙏💛🙏💚🙏

[@NextSound170]

@@lion8608 One! Bless of course, scientist pon the board

[@errolhobson1653]

You are absolutely right about that!!

[@ivang.grajalesmelian7150]

The great absent in this nice doc, the master Scientist, I guess he didnt want to get involved in this since he should had rights dilemmas from all of his dubs with the labels and stuff

[@JP-dq8vq]

The 80s danceall is definitely my favorite,I was in my teens and just love the danceall some great music/memories.

[@bastetmt1447]

Here June 18 2022 . Yellow Man is the King of Reggae/ Dance Hall full Stop no Debate… I remember growing up in Kingston 13 area ..35 Lane Papa Toyan lived across from my house…Volcano sound system Played a lot on the Waltham …R I P Henry Junjo Lawes , Leave on Imprint on Reggae/DanceHall ..Appreciate this documentary on one of Reggae/Dancehall legendary producers..

[@AS-wj1du]

Do you know how he passed?

[@antonbless]

@@AS-wj1du who?

[@AS-wj1du]

Toyan

[@antonbless]

@@AS-wj1du He was in a dance with little John and some man called him out the dance and argument happened and Toyon was shot dead.

[@turkomuzik1431]

@@AS-wj1du toyan was shot in his back yard, is yard was next door to some other community who was at war with toyan community and junjo was killed in England. I'm from that same community and still live there

[@Khanwrld]

I wish I had got to know you uncle rip🕊️🕊️.....and yes Junjo Lawes is actually my uncle.

[@jepthawilliams8413]

Roots Radics to the Iniverse. Best studio and touring band from Jsmsica. Hands up n down

[@mr.nobias7352]

Real Music, lives on ☝🏿❤️💛💚🖤

[@nigelmingoes5135]

Remember the era just like it was yesterday, wonderful musical expressions and arrangements. Priceless.

[@lion8608]

Yes and in most cases the musicians and engineers who put in the works don't get the credits, recognitions, and royalties. SAD 😥

[@JAMUSA2018]

Growing up hearing sound system like Jaro,Jammys ,Stur Gav, Jah Love, but there was something that was special about Volcano Sound system. RIP Junjo.

[@juniorh9238]

Oh, he is dead?! When did he die?

[@JAMUSA2018]

@@juniorh9238 1999. In London England

[@juniorh9238]

@@JAMUSA2018 Thanks for the info. I knew of the name, from back in the days. But, didn't knew he had passed away.

[@JAMUSA2018]

@@juniorh9238 Cool

[@africanwarrior8999]

@@JAMUSA2018 provide some context please! What was the back story?

[@winstonjacobs198]

Brilliant documentary, jungo run the 80,s decade, back in the days in England a documentary I cannot recall now about the black on black violence in England, the presenter showed a photo of a man lying dead on the street named Mr jungo lawes, and not 1 black person knew in the Audience knew who he was, one of the baddest record producers to ever come out the Jamaica, thanks for the upload, RIP the mighty Mr laws.

[@AS-wj1du]

Yes I think even Jamaicans might not know. There are lots of artists we recognise but he doesn't seem to be one of them. I only know of him in relation to artists who died violently. It is sad how some of them end up. Possibly due to not being paid well, they end up in criminal activity

[@douglasanderson5516]

​​​​@@AS-wj1duSeveral of his artists died violent deaths including 2 of my favorites back in those days Luie Lepke and Lee Van Cleef. I actually met Luie Lepke young daughter in a record store in Bronx many years ago. RIP RIP RIP

[@garthchin3173]

Intrested documentation him should still be around.. seems to be a nice youth.. respect to the man who made this documentary..

[@paolaginelli5277]

The connection between the genius of Junjo, one of the best band of all times, The Radics and the mighty Scientist, was / is unique and unrepeatable !!!! And of course the amazing talents discovered by him !!!!

[@Out_my_cotton_picking_mind]

That’s an example of doing your part to make the world better than when you entered it.

[@mrsupert3562]

WOW ! i had no idea he died so young and achieved so much in 39 years. Remarkable achivement.

[@mandulis]

Live On Forever Junjo... Great Works Pon Jah Earth. In the Cycle Of Life, You Deh Yah Same Way ! Spirit Is De Ting !

[@Damush1]

Absolutely wicked documentary. Big up maximum

[@haroldbrown7930]

Jongo is dancehall he set it from day one, big up kgn 13

[@ashleyogarro2686]

Toyan voice is just untouchable. ..Chapa!

[@winstonwalford5471]

Junjo Lawes and the solid gold posse 💯💥

[@UnoMuckogenaralent]

Respect VP for this history class learning is my strong point, plus reggae music played a big part in my up bringing . Hence why I, I love learning about my reggae music ! I I'm Jamaican!

[@douglasanderson5516]

That dance in the beginning of the video is one of if not the greatest dance ever recorded on video. Super STARS GALORE AND VIBES GALORE!!

[@donhartleytv]

Yes VP thanks for sharing this one big up 🆙❤️💛💚

[@winstonsanderson4865]

Give thanks for this part of dance hall history

[@hughturner2638]

It's a pity that he never got his flowers before before he died it's a shame but it was a nice tribute despite everything

[@9vision519]

Truly inspiring, those were some good times. Jamaica yeah 🇯🇲

[@knite7]

Thanks for this...big up Junjo Lawes....big up uncle Linval Thompson

[@larklandbinns2547]

I can see the tears inna the artiste 👀😭 little John ..big up junjo lawes aka Mr Henry lawes 🎧🎙🎛🎚

[@FrankieG63]

I do remember my old cassettes and how much I was moved by this original dancehall-style. Foundation deejaying rocked my soul and still does. 1LOVE

[@matdee1492]

This is a wonderful Documentary.Growing up in Payne land in the 70’s/80’s this bring back some serious memories. I will not forget going to 82 Chisholm ave & skate land, a dance supporting the big mighty Volcano High Power. Can’t forget yellow man, yellow BMW…

[@errolhobson1653]

Is one ting mi cyan seh, Junjo along with Roots Radics Band produces some of the wickedest riddim tracks. One of my all time favorites was Yellow Man & Fathead - "How You Keep A Dance". Just check out the dub side, is dat yuh call raw drum & bass. 'An a suh mi like it - RAW!! 🥁🎸🎶

[@derrickgreene8638]

Biiiiiiggg Uuuup to the Masta King Junjo and The Masters The Radics Rootz Radics 👊💥💥💥💯💯🖤👑🔥🔥🔥💚💛💖🖤👑👁️☑️!!!

[@derrickgreene8638]

Nuff Respect & Honor Zeen 👊💥💯🔥🔥🔥👁️👑🖤☑️!

[@berylmorgan2156]

Good old days Kingston 13 Volcano was the talk of the Town Rip Jonjo you bust a lot of youth from the area love that ,carry them away to the big Apple

[@ReggaeMusicPlaylistTV]

BIG💚💛❤THE BEST WAY IN LIFE IS LOVE💚💛❤UP LOVE WILL SHINE AND TRIUMPH ✨✌✨ send blessed love worldwide 🌍

[@chrislewis845]

The most important takeaway from this is, the high praises being bestowed on the man. Not too often we hear so many persons speak highly about a fellow Jamaican.

[@irvinwilloughby6887]

I enjoyed this it brings back good memories the Volcano Live at Aces that yellow man mention ,I bought that album , it got missing in my move to the US.

[@simeonstarr8254]

Saint.🙏🏾❤🙏🏾 big bad Volcano 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@yanky_blsorgnl9038]

" May Sir LaWeS soul ... ⚰ ... Rest in Heaven AhHmen 🙏 "

[@alfordmcintosh4049]

Much respect junjo you was like big brother to me Kingston 13 family

[@philliplyn2692]

Loving this one thanks for sharing very information blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@bobmarley1153]

Big up kingston 11.💯💯

[@albertonavas6357]

This music is wicked wicked wicked...

[@jr.rasentertainment4074]

Watching all the way from Vanuatu 😃😁👍🔥🔥🇻🇺🇻🇺🇻🇺

[@luissuarez5897]

It is amazing how Vp made my day

[@globalwavesmedia]

Growing up listening to all these music good to see the history 🙌 great content 👌

[@kensalrisetv7317]

Big up Di real junjo lawes I know him form in England Harlesden

[@alwayne5932]

Yea man…I luv dis this is an interesting overview of the legendary Henry JJ Laws big respect to VP fi bring this across yuh seet 🤛🏾🤛🏾

[@natty.roots.423]

KING 🤴 YELLOW MAN! beenieBOY MOOOOOVE yuh PLATECLATH and go siddung a bush. Long live YELLOW Man.

[@adandemobilegamer]

🤣🤣🤣 beenie boy lol

[@natty.roots.423]

@@adandemobilegamer Yup!

[@patrickjones4389]

Thank for sharing 🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@donovanembden8737]

Jamaica. What a place !!. The last words Marcus Garvey said before leaving " Jamaica is a ridiculous place". Extremity in every way. Good and bad. Wow !!

[@lawrencenjawe9875]

Nice Nice.. I get to see all these stalwarts in one set: Yellowman, Papa toyan, Jah screw, flabba Holt, Micheal Prophet, Linval Thompson etc

[@djxcel23]

Need a documentary on linval thompson, barry brown, rod taylor the dancehall singers

[@fernandotaxi5401]

7

[@fernandotaxi5401]

66

[@Stewartchampion]

Also an In depth doc of king tubby

[@douglasanderson5516]

THAT DANCE IS THE BEST DANCE VIDEO I'VE EVER EVER WATCHED!!

[@callyway.kruddsetentertain6144]

Keep on rising star ⭐️ love you to the end of the world and back xxxx

[@thembisilepraise]

Beautiful time and healing music, legendary really

[@donovanphillips4973]

Thank you VP

[@icemonAesDana]

a excellent post...thank you

[@blackmamba-un2mv]

These are the good old days when Jamaica people used to socialize with each others trough the dancehall space now we living like hog and goats.

[@evertonweir7186]

Great story guys

[@lutherbrruce7169]

Jah know it’s a pleasure remembering as a youth right behind Jamintel right near lovers park a Montego Bay a Rock inna the dance What unforgettable memories a cool an deadly with the bubbling gal

[@robertpopescu6695]

I just watched this with his brother T...

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!

[@marcia67100]

Big up JUNGO, MELLON, SCATHIE, JIM BROWN , PATRICA❤️❤️

[@marcia67100]

Berris( Saddle) didn’t forget you my first Love. Big up to everybody from McKoy Lane, if you know you know. Junjo was one of the most generous and kind human being I ever known. RIP mi General💔🙏🏿

[@jepthawilliams8413]

The glory days of dancehall Reggae. Gone gone.

[@margaretkirkland8965]

WHEN DANCEHAĹL WAS DANCEHALL REAL SOLID CULTURAL REGAL NOT TO MENTION DECENT AND MAJESTIC VIBES, KNOW ITS BEEN AMBUSH AND DILUTED LOST IT FLAVOUR GOOD FOR NOTHING🤮👀😭😭😭 DANCEHALL NEED A REBIIRTH. 💯✔🔊🇯🇲/🇬🇧

[@MrNanah38]

well said

[@russellwarr3791]

23:20 love that track, love this doco.

[@dcamp5461]

Jacqueline by Hugh Mundel

[@michaellifetv5696]

Respect ❤️ 🙏🏿

[@anthonywilliams2786]

R.I.P. Junjo

[@mamajenskitchen1880]

It’s a shame you didn’t put the names to whoever and artistes who was speaking about this influential man if only for the younger generation to know who their parents use to listen too

[@paulineburrell1560]

Real talk little John am a ninties artist I don't remember who brought me to him I was working for bunny Gemini those days junjo no itch him run di paper good producer and him put out you tune he's not a reducer he will always be remembered

[@djxcel23]

Nice

[@jahworks6466]

Knowledge.

[@Graymond4368]

Toyan volcano #1 dj

[@NextSound170]

Nice to hear the history, artical! A lot of producers now don’t know wha dem want and they let the labels dicate and now we see it watered down. Bless fi this

[@vimobb1]

Big Up Roots Radics!

[@margaretkirkland8965]

Yoo General Saint✔🔊🇯🇲//🇬🇧

[@Spyderdon1]

Met him in person one time when he was on Vacation in Allentown Pennsylvania.

[@natty.roots.423]

Legendary Mr Jingles of Skateland fame.

[@claudettetitus3182]

Whataboutjinglesfromskateland

[@princesamuels5981]

I hear most the artist/ musicians frm these eras was real Real badman’ same time the way they conduct themselves was real professionals’ respect to the originators

[@Braganzee1]

What an era though

[@Charlesmarcel-ee4ke]

King yellow man 👍

[@margaretkirkland8965]

🔊CLINT EASTWOOD,MR BRAMMER✔👍🔊🇯🇲/🇬🇧

[@opaltone4395]

little john feel it.

[@everaldduncan296]

Mobay cry when wi hear seh him drop out full white a laranda neva figet dem time deh naw guh round di ting don dada r.i.p.

[@vcampbe76]

It's a pity, he was murdered. Why didn't the one' involved could not solve the issues without killing him? As for Sir Errol Carter, or Flabba Holt, he is the most kindest man on this planet. That's why Junjo Lawes trusted him. Lloyd King Jammy James is another trusted and kind special brother. I know these two music lovers are very honest indeed.

[@anthonywilliams2786]

Rastpect Co Co tea 🍵 and Yellow Man 👨 💛 onne love.

[@noiamspartacus8965]

Taken way to soon, RIP Junjo

[@claudettetitus3182]

Gonetwosoon

[@blessed879]

Puppa toyan voice a one a di best, man dj wid a hiccup lol

[@margaretkirkland8965]

✔✔✔👍Jah screw.

[@anthonywilliams2786]

These great artists just gone.

[@anthonywilliams2786]

Rest in peace .

[@whitehallavenue1752]

Linval yuh yute ah help mash up di Island

[@turkomuzik1431]

Shaba Don, the man a menace.

[@stephenjue1624]

🌋🌋🌋

[@margaretkirkland8965]

Mr saint ✔

[@allistairesmith4067]

Alexander Hamilton ballroom Patterson New Jersey. Dancehall Central for a while.

[@ritchypowell6060]

First dance mi go as yute mi bredgerin older Bredda carry we go. Coco tea ,Toyan

[@theblackmask2424]

RIP

[@darkostest2535]

😎👍💪👊👋💚💛❤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sinaolowoake8142]

So who is collecting Junjo's royalties now?

[@lion8608]

THE #1 QUESTION. Very, very good question.

[@sinaolowoake8142]

@@lion8608 Thank you very much. Junjo's works which were mostly released Internationally on Greensleeves must be worth millions. That man ruled dancehall and had his signature on every #1 hit from say 1981 to 1985.....at least. I know VP has purchased Greensleeves. But Junjo's family need to dig into this.

[@mystic7579]

This documentary is woefully lacking in professionalism!!! Why don’t they display the names of all the interviewees across the screen?…..how will people know who is being interviewed??!!! Not everyone knows the artists!!!

[@djkenmusic2335]

A real talk that

[@jeremiah6114]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqPSk5iJjbWYf8k🧠

[@blackwolverine1]

You can write to VP, and voice your complain boss.

[@icunlockscom3326]

Where's the one you produced? Show us how it's done....

[@patrickkelly9110]

Well they do actually, watch more carefully maybe

[@blackwolverine1]

This whole project looks good but could have been better.

[@MarlonMuzic]

good documentary but the background music too loud sometimes bredren.