The deep world of dub music: classic albums where you can experience the sonic magic born from reggae.
Born during a transformative period in reggae music, “dub” has exerted a profound influence on music scenes worldwide as a distinctive genre where audio engineering meets Jamaica’s unique sound.
Its spatial sound design—making effective use of echo and reverb—together with the distinctive sense of weightless drift created by deep basslines, continues to flow through contemporary electronic music.
Why not immerse yourself in the allure of dub music—an ever-evolving laboratory of sound—starting today?
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The deep world of dub music: classic albums where you can experience the sonic magic born from reggae (61–70)
Never let me down again (Synaptic Dub Remix)Depeche Mode
A track said to be about chemical pleasure or sexual themes.
It was originally released as a single by Depeche Mode in 1987.
This version is a dub remix, and the track has been remixed many times by artists including Eric Prydz.
Besame Mucho (Dub Mix)Gadjo
Originally written by Mexican songwriter Consuelo Velázquez and recorded by many artists including Trio Los Panchos, this track is a dub remix by Gadjo, a German DJ, producer, and remixer.
Animal (Mark Ronson Extended Dub Remix)Miike Snow
A track released as a single in 2009 by the Swedish indie pop band Miike Snow.
It reached No.
98 on the UK charts.
This version is a dub remix by the British singer-songwriter and DJ Mark Ronson.
One more TimeThe Clash
This work delivers a simple cry of protest carried on a soothing dub resonance.
Its weighty bass and dreamlike echoes weave a sonic world layered with messages that confront society’s injustices.
Featured on The Clash’s album Sandinista!, the track was released in December 1980.
The much-discussed triple album packs a wide range of styles, including reggae and jazz.
Recommended for those who want to surrender to a laid-back rhythm while engaging with a sharp perspective on modern society.
Step a little away from the everyday and feel the power of music.
Dance With Me (Dub Mix)Alphaville
A track originally released as a single in 1986 by Alphaville, a German synth-pop and new wave band.
This version is a dub remix.
In 2001, it was also remixed by Paul van Dyk, a German DJ and producer.
Psycho BudsAudio active
This is a track where you can fully savor the essence of dub.
Released as a single by Audio Active in 1999, it captivates listeners with a unique sound that fuses reggae and electronica.
The rumbling low-end and spacey effects mesh perfectly, creating a floating sensation as if you’re drifting through outer space.
It showcases Audio Active’s signature experimental approach.
It’s an ideal pick for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the depth of dub music, and it settles comfortably into your ears when you want to relax or do creative work.
Radioactive (Peter Johansson Dub-Mix)Imagine Dragons
A track originally released in 2012 by the Las Vegas rock band Imagine Dragons.
It was used in the video game Assassin’s Creed III and the film The Host, and it won a Grammy Award.
This version is a dub remix by Peter Johansson.