Recorded at Jamaica Recording Studio, Kingston, Jamaica.

Personnel: Pablove Black, Earl 'Bagga' Walker, Cleveland Browne, Dalton Browne, Freddie McGregor, Jackie Mittoo, Larry White.

Liner Note Author: Jashua Blood.

Recording information: Jamaica Recording And Publishing Studio, Kingston, Jama.

Originally released in 1979, TRUTHS AND RIGHTS was a pioneering effort in dancehall reggae. Considered one of the first releases in the new, more energetic, and increasingly electronic sound that would soon dominate reggae in the 1980s, TRUTHS AND RIGHTS is nonetheless based in deep roots reggae, being produced by the master Clement Dodd. This reissue adds six tracks, including dub mixes, and a previously unreleased outtake, "Can't Buy Love/Swing Easy," as well as in-depth liner notes and interviews.

Global Rhythm (Publication) (p.47) - "His rich, soulful voice is heard atop classic Studio One instrumental tracks....The lyrics are fairly straightforward love songs and hymns in praise of Jah, and the music is always soulful and conducive to slow, steady dancing."

Mojo (Publisher) (p.119) - 4 stars out of 5 -- "As well as soul-inflected rastaisms, Osbourne turns his voice to smooth romancing and dancehall chatting. The result is a collection of rare variety, depth and appeal."

Mojo (Publisher) (8/02, p.77) - Included in Mojo's 50 Greatest Reggae Albums - "...This album initiated a major Studio One renaissance. Versatility is Johnny's trademark..."

Record Collector (magazine) (p.94) - 5 stars out of 5 -- "With quality rhythms such as The Soul Vendors' 'Swing Easy' and the almost unknown Al Campbell track 'Take A Ride' the album hit gold..."