Beres Hammond

Just a Man, Beres Hammond’s 1979 album, is a hidden gem in his illustrious career, celebrated for its heartfelt lyrics and smooth melodies, hallmarks of Hammond's signature style. This album offers a rare glimpse of Hammond before he became the lover’s rock icon we know today. Blending R&B, disco, soul reggae, and lovers rock, Just a Man showcases his soulful voice against the backdrop of disco-infused reggae rhythms, creating an irresistible vibe.

At this pivotal moment in his career, Hammond had just left the band Zap Pow to focus on his solo work, and Just a Man was a bold statement of independence. It reflects Hammond’s early musical journey, combining elements of R&B and disco with reggae, and marks a key moment in his rise as a solo artist.

The album’s standout track, “Do This World A Favour,” became a UK soul hit, but the entire album features rare and funky gems like "Keep My Wheel Turning" that reflect Hammond's versatility and ability to transcend genres.

Produced by Joe Gibbs, a legendary figure in reggae, and arranged by Willie Lindo, the album features some of Jamaica’s most esteemed musicians:

Our exclusive edition has been remastered, delivering superior sound quality that enhances the richness of every note.

Just a Man is more than just an album; it’s a significant piece of jamaican music history.

Bass: Val Douglas, Mike Chung
Drums: Mike Richards, Robert Stephenson, Calvin McKenzie
Electric Piano: Robert Lyn, Franklyn Waul, Harold Butler
Guitar: Lenox Gordon, Willie Lindo
Backing Vocals: Pam Hall, Prilly Hamilton, Sharon Forrester, Beres Hammond
Percussion: Franklyn Waul, Clive Hunt, Noel Seale
Piano: Clive Hunt, Franklyn Waul, Harold Butler
Saxophone: Dean Fraser
Strings: Peter Ashbourne Group
Trombone: Jerome Francque, Roland Robinson
Horns - Trumpet: David Madden, Willie Brackenridge, Clive Hunt

Licensed courtesy of Gavin D.A. Gibson.