Dub Triple Threat Posted by b

Jacob Miller: Baby I Love You So, Who Say Jah No Dread, Jah Dread From: Who Say Jah No Dread [1992, Greensleeves] Since my last dub post, I’ve expanded my record collection a bit and discovered this gem. At just over 30min, Who Say Jah No Dread is a tight, well-crafted experience; 6 well constructed and beautifully performed songs each followed by its respective dub versions. The selections showcase highlights from the early 70's collaborations between vocalist Jacob Miller (of Inner Circle) and producer Augustus Pablo. King Tubby completes the "triple threat" by mixing the dub versions. A little research reveals this record to be a classic, and, it feels like a classic: subtle in its plentiful hooks and consistent in its quality. Well worth picking up. Politics, philosophy, and love melt together in one smooth ride.

Scratching the Surface Posted by b

Jah Stitch: Black Harmony Killer The Congos: Fisherman Tapper Zukie: Rush I Some [dub] From: Dread Meets Punk Rockers Uptown (selected by DJ Don Letts) [EMI, 2002] I've been meaning to post some tracks from this excellent dub/reggae comp by Don Letts for a while now, but I couldn't figure what exactly to say. I've heard a fair amount of reggae in my day, but this disc has really been my first entree into the wide world of dub. It's a good one for a rock fan like me because Letts' story is one that occurs at the historical meeting and mingling of punk rock and dub/reggae cultures. This is what initially drew me in. Then, as I began reading more about Lee Perry, King Tubby, Augustus Pablo, Reggae, Dub, and on... the emerging story became only more compelling and expansive. The roots of this music go deep, way deep. So, rather than nest these tracks in my very topical understanding of dub, I'd like to instead ask any of you willing souls to offer up recommendations in the comments about your favorite serving of dub (or reggae). This comp has brought me to the precipice; I'd like step off the ledge into a cloud of rattling drums and seismic bass. I think I need new speakers.