Living Dub Vol. 1
Burning Spear · 1979
39 min · 10 tracks · dub music · roots reggae
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with deep bass and resonant rhythms, enveloping listeners in a meditative dub experience.
Why this album works
'Living Dub Vol. 1' is significant for its innovative approach to dub music, showcasing the blending of traditional reggae with experimental sound techniques. The album received positive critical reception and contributed to the broader acceptance of dub as a standalone genre, influencing countless artists within reggae and beyond.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration meditative soundscapes for relaxation deep bass for immersive listening
- Context
- By the time 'Living Dub Vol. 1' was released in January 1979, Burning Spear had already established himself as a pivotal figure in roots reggae. This album followed his critically acclaimed works, solidifying his reputation while exploring the evolving dub genre that complemented his earlier themes of social consciousness and spirituality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Harry Belafonte· Kate Bush· Grace Jones· Christina Aguilera· Joe Jackson· The Cranberries· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Children of Today Standout 5:02
- 2 Present 3:56
- 3 Associate 3:55
- 4 Jah Boto 3:50
- 5 In Those Days Standout 3:41
- 6 Run Come Dub Standout 3:59
- 7 Help Us 3:52
- 8 Musiya 3:47
- 9 All Over 3:54
- 10 Hill Street Dub 3:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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