Dub reggae is a subgenre of reggae music that emerged in the 1960s in Jamaica. It distinguishes itself through the manipulation and reshaping of sound, featuring heavy bass lines, drum patterns, and the extensive use of reverb and echo effects that create a spatial, almost hypnotic auditory landscape. Producers prioritize the mixing desk as an instrument, often deconstructing and reconstructing tracks by emphasizing selective instruments and vocals, often dropping them in and out of the mix. Dub reggae is closely tied to sound system culture and has deeply influenced genres such as hip-hop, electronic, and trip-hop. Artists like Vibronics, Dubkasm, and Iration Steppas exemplify the genre's focus on deep, pulsating rhythms and textured soundscapes, often delivering a powerful, trance-inducing listening experience emblematic of dub's immersive style.

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Single - Released November 8, 2024