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ORBITONE RECORDS
Sonny opened Orbitone Records located in the Harlesden area of London.  The store became a hub for the city’s diverse population who wanted the latest Reggae, Afrobeat, Gospel ,Calypso and Soca music.

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Sonny Roberts pictured outside his record shop Orbitone Records 2 Station Road, Harlesden, London NW10.

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Early advertising posters

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Sonny Roberts pictured inside his record shop Orbitone Records, 2 Station Road, Harlesden, London NW10.

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In 1987, Sonny moved business premises to his 2nd record shop at:-
78 Craven Park Road, Harlesden, London NW10
Sonny pictured with his wife Monica Roberts

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Sonny Roberts  daughter - Cleon Roberts pictured at Orbitone Records in 1989.  Cleon has worked the family business from her early childhood years to date.

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