Prince Jammy, also known as King Jammy, is a towering figure in the world of dub and reggae music, renowned for his pioneering work in the development of the genre. Born Lloyd James in Montego Bay, Jamaica on October 26, 1947, Jammy began his illustrious career as a protégé of the legendary dub innovator King Tubby. His nickname "Prince" was a testament to his apprenticeship under the "King" of the genre, and he would later earn his own royal moniker as his fame grew.

Jammy’s technical savvy and creative use of the mixing board revolutionized the sound of reggae in the late 1970s and 1980s. His mastery of the dub aesthetic is evident in albums such as "Kamikazi Dub" and the showdown "Prince Jammy vs Crucial Bunny: Dub Contest," where his skills are pitted against other masters of dub in friendly competition. Perhaps one of his most seminal contributions to music came in the 1980s when he championed the use of digital rhythms with Wayne Smith's "Under Mi Sleng Teng," effectively bringing forth the digital dancehall era.

Over the years, Jammy has built an extensive catalogue, with recent releases like "Dubbing in the Front Yard & Conflict Dub" and "Ghetto Dub" showcasing a seasoned mastery over dub’s echo-laden soundscapes. His work not only solidifies his legacy within reggae but also serves as a benchmark for sound production and innovation in modern music across genres. As a producer and collaborator, Prince Jammy remains an influential figure, his rhythms and sounds continuing to echo in the music of countless artists inspired by his indelible contribution to the world of dub and reggae.

Genres

Dub

Reggae

Rocksteady

Roots Reggae

Uk Dub

Latest Release

Dubbing in the Front Yard & Conflict Dub

Prince Jammy•

The Aggrovators

Album - 21 Tracks - Released January 25, 2019