King Tubby, a pioneer of dub music, teams up with legendary producer Lee "The Upsetter" Perry for this iconic 1970s album, reissued by VP Records in 2012. "King Tubby Meets The Upsetter At The Grass Roots Of Dub" is a short but powerful collection of tracks that introduced and helped establish dub music in the UK and beyond. The album spans a variety of reggae styles, including dub, roots reggae, rocksteady, and reggae, all within a concise 29-minute runtime.
The album features the unique trombone lines of Vin Gordon, adding a distinctive flavor to the heavy dubwise sound that King Tubby is known for. Tracks like "Blood Of Africa," "African Roots," and "No Justice For The Poor" showcase the social commentary and deep roots that are characteristic of the genre. The collaboration between King Tubby and Lee Perry results in a musical journey that is both tuneful and seriously heavy, making it a classic early dub album.
Originally released in Europe by VP Records, this vinyl album has been praised for its essential dub sound and has garnered positive feedback from collectors and reggae enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a longtime fan of King Tubby or new to the world of dub, this album offers a rich and immersive experience into the roots of reggae music.
King Tubby, born Osbourne Ruddock in 1941 in St. Thomas, Jamaica, was a pioneering electronic engineer and sound system operator whose innovations in dub music left an indelible mark on reggae and beyond. Moving to England as a teenager, Tubby's passion for music only grew, leading him to create groundbreaking sound systems and techniques that revolutionized the way music was produced and experienced. His work at the 18 Dromilly Avenue Studio in Kingston during the 1970s became legendary, where he crafted mind-altering dub versions that deconstructed and reimagined rhythms, showcasing his unparalleled audio skills. King Tubby's influence can be heard in iconic tracks like "Free Africa," "Burial," and "Declaration of Dub," making him a cornerstone of dub, roots reggae, and rocksteady. His legacy continues to inspire, with his sonic experiments and engineering genius celebrated worldwide.
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