Artists sometimes recorded under different names to bypass exclusive contracts with other producers.
In the mid-1960s, the Slickers actually consisted of the Crooks brothers and Winston Bailey. Because of their nearly identical vocal stylings and overlapping membership, producers—most notably —frequently issued tracks recorded by The Pioneers under the "Slickers" moniker and vice versa. "Red Gun Court": The Identity Crisis The Slickers - Red Gun Court (Actually The Pioneers)
In the late 1960s and early '70s, the Jamaican music scene was a whirlwind of collaboration, frequent studio changes, and occasionally confusing credits. One of the most persistent mix-ups involves the track a rocksteady gem often attributed to The Slickers but widely considered to be a recording by The Pioneers . A Tale of Two Groups (and One Brother) Artists sometimes recorded under different names to bypass
Today, "Red Gun Court" remains a sought-after rarity for collectors. Whether you credit it to the Slickers or the Pioneers, it stands as a testament to the fluid, fraternal, and often chaotic creative energy of early reggae. "Red Gun Court": The Identity Crisis In the
Sydney’s brother and the only constant member of The Slickers .
If a producer had a hit with "The Slickers," they might release unrelated sessions under that name to capitalize on the brand's momentum.