• Ruddy Thomas – Keep It Down
    • Mighty Two – Version
    • 1. Ruddy Thomas – Keep It Down
    • 2. Mighty Two – Version

    Superb version of Errol Dunkley's "Keep The Pressure Down" from Ruddy Thomas with equally impressive dub version on the flip..Nicely pressed and housed in Company hard cardboard sleeves.

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