[Reggae] Introducing Classic Dub Tracks | Featuring Japanese Reggae and International Reggae!
For those who love reggae, dub is one of the most familiar genres.
To put it simply, dub means altering a track’s rhythm and adding effects.
In other words, it’s basically a remix.
In reggae, it’s also common to lay the vocals of a different song over an existing track.
This time, we’ve picked classic dub tunes from both Western music and Japanese reggae.
Please sit back, relax, and enjoy until the end.
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[Reggae] Introducing Classic Dub Tracks | Featuring Japanese Reggae and International Reggae! (1–10)
Zion’s BloodLee Perry and The Upsetters
Lee “Scratch” Perry, the father of reggae dub.
Anyone well-versed in reggae will know his name.
Among Perry’s works, the track regarded as supreme is “Zion’s Blood.” It’s the opening song on his classic album Super Ape.
While Perry had already established a fully realized form of dub by the time of Blackboard Jungle Dub, Super Ape is known for surpassing even that.
If you want to delve deeper into reggae dub, be sure to check it out.
Dinero [TAK-Z DUB-Japandinero Riddim-]Lila Iké
![Dinero [TAK-Z DUB-Japandinero Riddim-]Lila Iké](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TK3FCcKtiKI/sddefault.jpg)
Rita Ice, a singer-songwriter from Jamaica, is one of the world’s best-known female reggae singers, renowned for her advanced vocal technique and expressive power.
Among her tracks, a DUB I especially recommend is “Dinero [TAK-Z DUB – Japandinero Riddim].” It’s a DUB produced by Japanese DJ TAK-Z, and the result is an exceptionally sophisticated tune.
Two Bad TroubleBOOGIE MAN & PAPA B
BOOGIE MAN, a reggae artist from Osaka known as a pioneer of Japanese dancehall, is a name very familiar to longtime reggae listeners.
This track, Two Bad Trouble, is by BOOGIE MAN together with PAPA B, who is known as a veteran reggae artist.
In this dub version, the sound is crafted to be even deeper than the original.
Highly recommended for fans of Jamaican reggae.
[Reggae] Introducing Dub Classics | Featuring Japanese Reggae & Overseas Reggae! (11–20)
A fast-talking idiot isn’t a foreigner!!J-REXXX
J-REXXX, a reggae artist from Okayama known for his unique style, has won popularity with many comical tracks that make you chuckle.
Among reggae artists, he’s relatively well-known and is also embraced by hip-hop heads.
One of his signature songs is “Hayakuchi Baka wa Gaijin ja nee yo!!” It’s a rapid-fire track that rivals APOLLO in speed, meshes extremely well with the riddim, and delivers a highly energetic vibe.
Ragga MedleyKENTY GROSS
KENTY GROSS, who’s popular for his uniquely high-pitched, raspy voice, is a DJ known for powerful performances that instantly transform the vibe on the dance floor.
One of his signature tracks is “Ragga Medley.” The original is already a hard-hitting classic, but it pairs exceptionally well with TAK-Z’s “Promise Land,” the riddim used in this dub, amplifying its impact even further.
If you’re into ragga-style tracks, be sure to check it out.
That’s bad.KonG
When it comes to reggae hotbeds in Japan, many people probably think of Osaka and Yokohama.
However, Aichi Prefecture’s scene has been heating up lately as well.
Among the artists drawing particular attention is KonG.
He’s still a young artist, but he’s already proven his skills and has performed at dances hosted by BANTY FOOT and RED SPIDER.
His standout track, “Sore wa Yabai,” is a high-voltage banger delivered in rapid-fire style.
companionNANJAMAN
NANJAMAN, who has continued to enjoy popularity as a veteran DJ.
He’s originally from Osaka, but moved his base to Yokohama at 18, establishing his status in both Osaka and Yokohama—Japan’s hot zones for reggae.
He was a DJ with Bananasize hi-fi, the second-oldest sound system in Japan, making him a familiar artist even to those in their 40s.
“Tsure” is one of his signature tracks, and this version is a DUB that captures a different vibe from the original.
Be sure to check out the original track too!