Augustus Pablo's King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown stands as one of the most celebrated albums in reggae history, widely regarded as a landmark of the dub genre. Featuring Pablo's distinctively earthy melodies on melodica, clavinet, and organ-piano, the album was brought to life through the sonic wizardry of legendary producer King Tubby, whose masterful use of echo, reverb, and delay created a sound that The Guardian described as representing "a pivotal moment in modern music." The title track even earned a spot on Rolling Stone's list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time."
This reissue from Clocktower Records retains the full classic tracklist and sounds as crisp and vital as ever, making it a worthy addition to any serious vinyl collection. A full-size poster is included, adding a wonderful visual companion to this iconic listening experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of dub and reggae or discovering Augustus Pablo for the first time, this is an essential record that rewards every listen.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Clocktower Records
- Genre: Reggae
- Release Date: 09/30/2016
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TRACKS
A1. Keep On Dubbing
A2. Stop Them Jah
A3. Young Generation Dub
A4. Each on Dub
A5. 555 Dub Street
B1. Braces Tower Dub
B2. King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown
B3. Corner Crew Dub
B4. Say No
B5. Skanking Dub
B6. Frozen Dub
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