Dub Side of the Moon cover

Dub Side of the Moon

Easy Star All-Stars · 2003

58 min · 13 tracks · reggae

A reggae-infused reinterpretation of a classic rock album, blending smooth grooves with lush instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Dub Side of the Moon' garnered critical acclaim for its creative reimagining of Pink Floyd's 'The Dark Side of the Moon,' showcasing how reggae can reinterpret rock classics. The album reached significant commercial success, charting on various Billboard lists and influencing a wave of genre-blending projects in the years that followed.
Career context
Released on February 18, 2003, 'Dub Side of the Moon' is the debut album by Easy Star All-Stars, a collective formed in New York City. This project marked their entry into the music scene, establishing them as pioneers of the reggae cover genre and setting the stage for future albums that would continue to explore this innovative fusion.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Speak to Me / Breathe (in the Air) 3:52
  • 2 On the Run 3:23
  • 3 Time Standout 6:58
  • 4 The Great Gig in the Sky Standout 4:25
  • 5 Money Standout 6:26
  • 6 Us and Them 7:55
  • 7 Any Colour You Like 3:38
  • 8 Brain Damage 4:06
  • 9 Eclipse 1:52
  • 10 Time Version 3:38
  • 11 Great Dub in the Sky 4:21
  • 12 Step It Pon the Rastaman Scene 4:02
  • 13 Any Dub You Like 3:22

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