The deep world of dub music: classic albums where you can experience the sonic magic born from reggae.

Working Together (Boys Noize Dub remix)Gonzales

Gonzales – Working Together (Boys Noize Dub remix)

A track originally released by Gonzales, a musician from Canada.

This dub remix version is by Boys Noize, a German electronic music producer and DJ, and it was released in 2008.

Ma and PaFishbone

Fishbone – Ma And Pa

A Fishbone track characterized by a fusion of ska and funk metal.

It portrays family turmoil from the perspective of a child caught in their parents’ divorce battle.

In striking contrast to its bright melody, the lyrics pointedly call out the parents’ insensitivity.

Released in 1989 as a single from the album “Truth and Soul,” it charted in the UK.

A staple of their live shows, it remains beloved by fans to this day.

Praised for its honest lyrics and distinctive danceable groove, this song offers empathy to those struggling with family issues—why not give it a listen as a track that resonates with shared experience?

Mandela VersionAbyssinians

The Abyssinians – Mandela Version (Satta Massagana)

Satta Dub is a masterpiece packed with the soul-stirring world of dub woven by The Abyssinians, the legendary group Jamaica is proud of.

This track is a profound piece included on that album.

Based on recordings from 1969, it was officially released on the album in October 1998, and it pays tribute to Nelson Mandela, a symbol of the anti-apartheid movement.

The group’s signature sacred harmonies melt into a dreamlike echo, while the weighty bassline solemnly expresses a prayer for liberation.

Why not surrender yourself to its deep sonic universe while reflecting on the great struggle etched into history? It might be perfect for a night of deep contemplation.

Up Wareika HillAugustus Pablo

Up Wareika Hill

This is an instrumental work by Jamaican master Augustus Pablo, one I especially hope will be heard by those who want to step a little away from the everyday and immerse themselves deeply in the world of sound.

Featured on the classic 1979 album Original Rockers, this piece was selected from sessions recorded between 1972 and 1975.

Its melodica weaves an oriental, ethereal melody, King Tubby’s deft echoes fill the space, and the heavy bassline resonates with a satisfying warmth.

It’s a sound that condenses Pablo’s pursuit of spiritual liberation through music.

How about listening on a quiet night alone, when you want to let your thoughts wander? Surrender to the waves of sound and you’re sure to be wrapped in a mysterious sense of weightless drift.

Far East DubBlack Uhuru

Far East Dub – Original

This is a deep dub number that lets you fully immerse yourself in a spellbinding world of sound, crafted by reggae heavyweights Black Uhuru.

Hailing from Jamaica, they’re also known for winning the very first Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 1985.

Centered around a formidable bassline from the legendary rhythm duo Sly & Robbie, the swirling echoes and reverb create an irresistible sonic space.

The floating sensation feels like drifting through a universe of sound—sure to make you forget the bustle of everyday life.

Featured on albums such as Love Dub, released in January 1994, this masterful performance invites you to surrender to the waves of sound and spend some unhurried time reflecting on yourself.

Rockers DelightJah Shaka & Aswad

Rockers Delight

A standout collaboration that lets you experience the UK dub scene of the 1980s.

Jamaica-born sound system king Jah Shaka and London’s pride, Aswad, perform together superbly.

Layers of echo drift over a deeply submerged bass, while Aswad’s refined chorus creates a mesmerizing whirl of sound.

Originally released around 1985 as a track on the album “Jah Shaka Meets Aswad in Addis Ababa Studio,” this piece showcases the musicianship of Aswad, who would later be nominated for a Grammy.

Dim the lights, surrender to the waves of sound, and lose yourself in its floating sensation to your heart’s content.

BabylonJah Shaka Sound System

Jah Shaka Sound System – Babylon

This is a classic of Jamaican dub, where a deep, weighty sound and layers of echo and reverb conjure a dreamlike world.

It’s a signature work by the Jah Shaka Sound System, active since the early 1970s and based in southeast London, and it appears on the 2009 compilation album “Jah Shaka Presents the Positive Message,” released by Greensleeves Records.

Infused with the spirituality that honors Rastafarian teachings and African roots, the track conveys profound reflections on society and a call for peace.

It’s a highly recommended piece for anyone who wants to deliver messages that resonate in people’s hearts through music.