Sight Of An Eagle b/w Eagle Dub Father Sweets
As one of the foundational entries in the Easy Star Records catalog, "Sight Of An Eagle" by Father Sweets captures the label's early commitment to authentic, spiritual roots reggae. Originally released in 1997 as a 7-inch vinyl single (ES-003), the track serves as a bridge between the classic Jamaican sound system era and the burgeoning New York City reggae scene of the late 90s. The production, handled by label co-founder Michael G, leans into a heavy, meditative rhythm that defined the "Easy Star sound" long before the label became a household name for its tribute projects.
The record is a collaborative snapshot of the label's nascent roster. While Father Sweets provides the soaring, conscious vocal performance on the A-side, the B-side features the Easy Star All-Stars—the label's versatile in-house band—delivering the "Eagle Dub." This version strips the track down to its core components, highlighting the technical precision and atmospheric space that would later be perfected on landmark releases like DUB SIDE OF THE MOON. Listeners may also recognize the track from its inclusion on the Easy Star Vol. 1 compilation, where it sat alongside early contributions from label stalwarts like Rob Symeonn and Ossie Dellimore.
In the decades since its debut, this single has transitioned from a standard DJ tool into a genuine collector's item. As a physical-only pressing from the label's inaugural year, it remains one of the rarest artifacts in the Easy Star archive. It represents a specific moment in time when the label was focused on steady, conscious singles that prioritized "vibration over hype," setting a high standard for the more expansive, full-length artist albums that would eventually follow from the likes of The Meditations and Sister Carol.
