This Is Augustus Pablo
Augustus Pablo · 1974
36 min · 12 tracks · reggae
Ethereal melodica lines intertwine with deep bass rhythms, creating a transcendent soundscape that defines the essence of dub music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dub Organizer Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its atmospheric sound design, showcasing Pablo's masterful use of reverb and delay that would define the dub genre.
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Arabian Rock — Its distinctive melodica melody melds seamlessly with rhythmic influences from Middle Eastern music, highlighting Pablo's ability to blend diverse sounds into reggae's framework.
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Jah Rock — This track exemplifies the spiritual themes prevalent in Pablo's work, featuring uplifting melodies that resonate deeply within the context of reggae and Rastafarian culture.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases innovative melodica compositions within a distinct dub framework, influencing future genres.
What we noticed
- Tracks often employ echo and reverb effects, which enhance the spaciousness of the sound and contribute to the dub aesthetic.
- Several tracks are instrumental, allowing the bass lines and melodica melodies to interact without vocal interruptions, emphasizing the music's atmospheric qualities.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- immersive listening sessions
- ethereal melodic exploration
- contemplative background ambiance
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut album established Pablo's reputation in the dub genre.
- Themes
- spiritual upliftment· Middle Eastern influences· atmospheric soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in 1974, This Is Augustus Pablo was Pablo's debut album, marking his emergence as a pioneering figure in the dub genre. At this point, he had already gained recognition for his unique melodica playing style and collaborations with influential reggae artists like Lee 'Scratch' Perry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- King Tubby· Scientist· Mad Professor
Tracklist
- 1 Dub Organizer Start here 3:01
- 2 Please Sunrise 2:40
- 3 Point Blank 2:36
- 4 Arabian Rock 3:55
- 5 Pretty Baby 2:47
- 6 Pablo in Dub 2:52
- 7 Skateland Rock 3:17
- 8 Dread Eye 3:06
- 9 Too Late 3:18
- 10 Assignment No. 1 2:48
- 11 Jah Rock 2:56
- 12 Lover's Mood 2:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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