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Songs Of Praise (Expanded Edition) (reissue) (2xLP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 50. Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
Review: By the time they recorded "Songs of Praise" in 1990, African Head Charge had gone from being an Adrian Sherwood solo project to a fully-fledged band helmed by percussionist Bonjo Ivabinghi Noah. Here reissued to mark the album's 20th birthday, the set remains arguably the group's greatest single work. While rooted in the twin attractions of heavy dub and dense African percussion, the album makes extensive use of a dizzying array of influences, from gospel, steppers reggae and yacht rock, to traditional Arabic music, blues, disco, religious chants and even industrial music. This edition features a handful of decent bonus tracks, but they're unnecessary: the original album is little less than a masterpiece and should reside in every discerning listener's record collection.
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In Pursuit Of Shashamane Land (Expanded Edition) (reissue) (2xLP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 65. Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
Played by: GK Machine, Juno Recommends Dub
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Vision Of A Psychedelic Africa (Expanded Edition) (reissue) (2xLP + insert)
Cat: ONULP 139. Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
Played by: GK Machine, Juno Recommends Dub
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Voodoo Of The Godsent (reissue) (2xLP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 140. Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
Played by: GK Machine, Juno Recommends Dub
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Churchical Chant Of The Iyabinghi (reissue) (LP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 141. Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
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In Pursuit Of Shashamane Land (Expanded Edition) (reissue) (B-STOCK) (2xLP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 65 (B-STOCK). Rel: 06 Mar 20
Dub
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
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Played by: Juno Recommends Dub, Thread London
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Pirsuit
You Learn
Run Come See
Heading To Glory
No, Don't Follow Fashion
Who Are You?
Language & Mentality
Far Away Chant
Dinosaurs Lament
Dervish Chant
Throw It Away
Cattle Herders Chant
Belinda
Stebemis Theme
Bazaar
I Want Water
Free Chant
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A Trip To Bolgatanga (limited luminous vinyl LP + insert + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 154C. Rel: 06 Jul 23
Dub
Review: In the annals of On-U Sound's mighty legacy within experimental dub, African Head Charge stands tall as one of the most essential projects. Bonjo Iyabinghi Noah and Adrian Sherwood's partnership yielded some of the most percussively rich records on the label and there is a long and winding run of albums to take in from the 1981 debut My Life In A Hole In The Ground through to 2012's Voodoo Of The Godsent. Finally Noah and Sherwood are back at it with arguably their most incisive album in years, billed as a musical journey to Noah's current hometown in north Ghana. The layers and detail loom out of the mix at you with disorienting wonder, as Noah's trademark drum patterns fly into Sherwood's dubwise acrobatics with spectacular results. Look out for this limited pressing - the special luminous vinyl edition.
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Review: Bonjo Iyabinghi Noah and Adrian Sherwood have been working together as African Head Charge since 1981's all-time classic My Life In A Hole In The Ground. Of all the near-infinite reams of experimental dub production orbiting Sherwood's On-U Sound label, African Head Charge is surely one of the greatest and most revered projects and now after a pause since 2011's Voodoo of The Godsent their partnership is back on. A Trip To Bolgatanga takes us on a psychoactive journey to Noah's hometown in North Ghana, guided by his trademark, fiercely expressive percussion and Sherwood's mixing desk acrobatics, weighing in heavy and loaded with disorienting potential, which is just how we like it.
… Read morePlayed by: GK Machine, AfroBase (Radio Chart)
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A Trip To Bolgatanga (limited pink vinyl LP + insert + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 154P. Rel: 15 Feb 24
Dub
Review: The musical worlds of Africa, Jamaica and London collide as African Head Charge - the project put together by On-U Sound icon Adrian Sherwood and Bonjo Iyabinghi Noah (of Jamaican heritage but with longtime roots laid down in Africa). Their first new material in 11 years, it's a sonically fascinating mix of cultures and sound approaches, with Sherwood going for subtle, light touches on the dub front rather than the full on echo chamber madness more usually associated with the style. Single 'A Bad Attitude' is a great example of what's going on here - warped around the edges rather than from the core, as philosophical utterings and exotic (to us anyway) instrumentation get into the On-U groove.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Dub
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Midnight Rocker (transparent red vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 152C. Rel: 08 Apr 22
Roots/Lovers Rock
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Midnight Scorchers (B-STOCK) (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 153 (B-STOCK). Rel: 16 Sep 22
Roots/Lovers Rock
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve, product unopened & in excellent condition
Come After Midnight
Midnight Scorcher
Away With The Gun & Knife
Dirty Money Business
Sleepy's Night Cap
Feverish
Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City
Dub Guidance
More Bassy
Hell & Back
Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve, product unopened & in excellent condition***
Adrian Sherwood serves up a companion album to Horace Andy's acclaimed album Midnight Rocker. Primed for a steppers' soundsystem, as opposed to the the lo-fi acoustics of the original album, this version contains several reworkings and new tracks in contrast to the original, containing both dub and dancehall MCing detours from the likes of Daddy Freddy and Lone Ranger.
… Read moreAdrian Sherwood serves up a companion album to Horace Andy's acclaimed album Midnight Rocker. Primed for a steppers' soundsystem, as opposed to the the lo-fi acoustics of the original album, this version contains several reworkings and new tracks in contrast to the original, containing both dub and dancehall MCing detours from the likes of Daddy Freddy and Lone Ranger.
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Come After Midnight
Midnight Scorcher
Away With The Gun & Knife
Dirty Money Business
Sleepy's Night Cap
Feverish
Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City
Dub Guidance
More Bassy
Hell & Back
Review: Adrian Sherwood serves up a companion album to Horace Andy's acclaimed album Midnight Rocker. Primed for a steppers' soundsystem, as opposed to the the lo-fi acoustics of the original album, this version contains several reworkings and new tracks in contrast to the original, containing both dub and dancehall MCing detours from the likes of Daddy Freddy and Lone Ranger.
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Midnight Scorchers (translucent orange vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 153C. Rel: 16 Sep 22
Roots/Lovers Rock
Review: A companion album to Jamaican dub singer Horace Andy's 'Midnight Rocker', 'Midnight Scorchers' is an artful sequel to the hugely acclaimed album featuring dancehall reimaginations from Adrian Sherwood, practically the modern messiah of dub. Sherwood was already doing masterful work on the original album, using live studio instrumentation to make Andy's voice mor vibrant and powerful - leading to multiple five star reviews. 'Midnight scorchers' takes a soundsystem approach to the proceedings, adding MC features, new tracks and stripped back re-imaginings of the tracks into the more traditional reggae style of dub that Andy would've ended up recording if not for the masterful production that Sherwood brought to the table. Housed on a limited transparent orange disc and stunning artwork, this is a huge dub release and not one to miss out on.
… Read morePlayed by: Mukatsuku Records Chart
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Midnight Rocker (limited gold vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 152S. Rel: 15 Sep 22
Roots/Lovers Rock
Review: Midnight Rocker is regarded as one of the finest albums that noted reggae vocalist Horace Andy ever put out. It features plenty of his classic tracks all stylish rearranged with plenty of mature dub sounds all produced by the one and only Adrian Sherwood. Andy's voice has a deep, rich and vulnerable tone to it here across tunes like 1978 classic 'This Must Be Hell' while newer tunes like 'Try Love' find him in a more intimate mood than ever before. After more than five decades in the game, this proves that Horace Andy remains at the very top of his art.
… Read morePlayed by: Sol Power All-Stars
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Review: Horace Andy's Midnight Rocker, produced by Adrian Sherwood and released on On-U Sound, is a stunning late-career triumph that reimagines classic tracks and introduces fresh material. Known for his iconic vibrato-heavy falsetto, Andy has long been a defining voice in dub, having first gained fame in the 1970s through collaborations with Bunny Lee. Over the years, his voice has deepened and grown richer, adding layers of vulnerability and maturity that are beautifully showcased in this album. Sherwood's production enhances Andy's vocals by stripping down the original arrangements and introducing live instrumentation, which brings a modern clarity to the classic dub sound. Tracks like the reworked 'This Must Be Hell' lose their jazz piano but gain a driving bassline, making the song more dancefloor-ready. Similarly, the updated version of 'Materialis' uses a synth bass to amplify the emotional urgency in Andy's vocals, while Mr Bassie transforms from a plea into a powerful declaration. New songs like 'Watch Over Them' and 'Try Love' take Andy into the realm of lover's rock, with his voice perfectly complementing the syncopated rhythms. Throughout Midnight Rocker, Sherwood draws out some of Andy's most compelling performances, particularly on the intense 'Safe from Harm'. This album is a testament to Andy's enduring talent and leaves listeners eager for what's next from the 71-year-old legend.
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Cat: ONULP 164. Rel: 10 Oct 24
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
Review: A long-standing figure on the London jazz scene, trumpeter Harry Beckett kept his music fresh over a long career, and none more so than on his debut On-U Sound release in 2008 produced by Adrian Sherwood, which invites reggae and dance music influences to happily live alongside his modal jazz flavours. Now reissued posthumously, The Modern Sound Of Harry Beckett tracks the legacy of this contemporary jazz eminent, who passed away in 2010. Beckett channels both his Caribbean roots and trumpeting abilities, offering a novel confounding of sparse, skittish beats verging on digidub, with spryly slick soundings of the horn. Made up of isolated recordings laid down by Beckett, and then celebratedly combined with dancehall and dub movements afterwards, our fave has to be the unabashedly dubstep godsend, 'Like You Didn't Know', which spreads Beckett's horns out to virtuosic effect, against a wickedly womping wash.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Broken Beat Nu Jazz
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Played by: Lay-Far, Juno Recommends Dub
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Starship Africa (Record Store Day 2017) (LP + poster + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 8. Rel: 05 May 17
Dub
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Hostile Environment (yellow vinyl LP + art print + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 160C. Rel: 05 Oct 23
Dub
Review: Creation Rebel were the original On-U Sound house band, laying down some of the definitive riddims in the early days of Adrian Sherwood's voyage into dub. 40 years on from their last record, the trio of Crucial Tony, Eskimo Fox and Magoo have reunited with Sherwood at the controls for another masterclass in heavyweight sounds from a crack team of players. Originally they formed as a backing band for the late Prince Far-I, and some of his unmistakable tones manifest on this new record from archive tapes, while Daddy Freddy brings his famous fast chat flow to proceedings and Italian synth player Gaudi crops up on occasion too. Rather than dub-by-numbers, this is an exploratory record which takes in different grooves and influences, all filtered through the expanse of space-time manipulation the dub wise approach inspires.
… Read morePlayed by: Alexis Le-Tan
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Close Encounters Of The Third World (reissue) (eco vinyl LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 157. Rel: 28 Mar 24
Dub
Review: As part of a rather comprehensive looking back and reissuing of some of Creation Rebel's best and most enduring albums, On-U Sound pay due homage to their one and only in-house band. Close Encounters Of The Third World is one such album; it was first released in 1978, and draws a titular link between alienation and privation. The eight-track LP collates the instrumental talents of Lizard The Wizard, Dr. Pablo and Crucial Tony, and hears a fantastic mixing job by none other than Prince Jammy. With an initial charge to 'Know Yourself' before externalising the pilous inner monologue with 'Natty Conscience Free', Creation Rebel here demonstrate a stage of collective soul-searching and a subsequently serene set of songs.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Reggae, Juno Recommends Dub
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Review: Yet one more classic eight-tracker to now be reissued via Creation Rebel's home label On-U Sound, Rebel Vibrations was their third album for Hitrun and followed up 1978's Close Encounters Of The Third World and Dub From Creation. Similarly lackadaisical and spaced-out to its predecessors, Rebel Vibrations nonetheless charted a slight upping of the weighty ante - with bass parts becoming more prominent and starker - and a refining of the delays and FX as they sit in the mix.
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Review: For the first time since 1982, Creation Rebel's Psychotic Jonkanoo is made available on vinyl. Curiously first released on the primarily post-punk oriented Glaswegian label Statik, their sixth album here keeps to the usual eight-track formula, yet hears a softer discographic progression; compared to their earlier works, it is less prodding and weighty, and instead opts for a headroomier and more reverb-laden atmosphere, through which the album's distinctive and novel call-and-response chants can peek. Bandleader Crucial Tony was aided on the vocal front by harmonies from other group members, in a style reminiscent of Black Uhuru, plus the occasional guest such as John Lydon of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Limited providing backing harmony (!) on 'Mother Don't Cry'.
… Read morePlayed by: Juno Recommends Reggae, Juno Recommends Dub
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Review: Released in 1982, 35 Years From Alpha is the only solo LP by legendary saxophonist "Deadly" Headley Bennett, a towering figure in reggae history. A graduate of Jamaica's iconic Alpha Boys School, Bennett played alongside the likes of Bob Marley, The Abyssinians, and Alton Ellis, contributing to the golden era of reggae. This long-awaited reissue highlights Bennett's distinctive style, blending jazz, reggae, and dub across a range of standout tracks. The album kicks off with the energetic title track, a flying stepper that showcases Bennett's sax in full soaring flight. The jazzy tones and expressive melodies weave through the record, including the haunting 'The Danger', featuring Bim Sherman, and the bluesy 'Without A Love Like Yours'. Bennett also shines on cosmic dub-infused tracks like 'Independent Man (Horns Cut)', while 'Two From Alpha' and 'Headley's Medley' display his ruder, more experimental side. Produced by the legendary Adrian Sherwood and featuring an all-star band including Rico Rodriguez, the album serves as a fitting tribute to Bennett's unparalleled influence in Jamaican music. The reissue includes remastered sound, rare photos and two previously unreleased tracks.
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The Pounding System (Ambience In Dub) (reissue) (LP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 18. Rel: 10 Nov 17
Dub
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Review: Originally released in 1993 and out of print for many years, this classic Dub Syndicate album is now reissued on the vital On-U. Drummer "Style" Scott and bassist "Flabba" Holt anchor the massive reggae riddims here while Adrian Sherwood delivers his signature production at the controls, twisting and contouring sound to melon melting effect. The album features standout guest appearances, including Lee "Scratch" Perry on 'Dubbing Psycho Thriller' and 'Dubaddisababa' as well as Michael Franti on 'No No.' The reissue brings this influential dub album back into the spotlight and is all the evidence that you need that Dub Syndicate are masters of their craft.
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Review: Dub Syndicate's Ital Breakfast is a compelling exploration of dub and reggae, showcasing the band's evolution under the guidance of producer Adrian Sherwood. The album opens with 'Throw Down Your Gun,' setting a reflective tone with its deep bass and intricate rhythms. Tracks like 'The Jewel' and 'Gun Too Hot' delve into more experimental territories, blending traditional dub elements with innovative soundscapes. The title track, 'Ital Breakfast,' features a notable cameo by the legendary deejay I Roy, adding a unique flavor to the mix. The album concludes with 'The Captain's Trance Mission,' where Lee 'Scratch' Perry makes a surprise appearance, further enriching the project's depth. Overall, Ital Breakfast exemplifies Dub Syndicate's ability to fuse classic dub foundations with contemporary experimentation, resulting in a dynamic and engaging listening experience.
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Review: This release offers a fresh collection of Dub Syndicate 'versions', drawing on rhythms from their classic 1989-1996 period. Adrian Sherwood revisits the original tapes, applying his signature mixing desk magic to uncover new angles on the iconic pulse of drummer Lincoln Valentine "Style" Scott. The album features new dubs of tracks from albums like Time Boom X De Devil Dead and Stoned Immaculate, highlighting the enduring creative partnership between Sherwood and Scott. Fresh overdubs from Cyrus Richard of the Dub Asante Band add a modern twist to these timeless rhythms. As the fifth and final release in On-U Sound's Dub Syndicate reissue series, this album builds on the legacy of Ambience In Dub, which anthologised the group's earlier work. The tracks reflect the band's greatest popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when Scott emerged as a key force alongside Sherwood. The result is a fusion of Jamaican musicianship and UK studio experimentation that appealed to both ravers and reggae enthusiasts. This release serves as a fitting tribute to a legendary collaboration, continuing the story of a unique musical legacy.
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African Landing
Red Sea Version
Let The Spirit Rise
Reggae Raga
The Precinct Of Sound
Empires Falling
The Real Power
Lack Of Education
Night Train
Dub Violation
Backward Never
Fucious
Bazooke
Tremelo Dub
Radics 7
Shorty
Without Reservation
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Review: Strike the Balance is another standout Dub Syndicate set featuring vocal contributions from reggae legend Bim Sherman on a cover of Lloyd & Devon's 'Cuss Cuss' and Shara Nelson, whose work with Massive Attack on Blue Lines was soon to make her a household name, but here offers her rendition of Serge Gainsbourg's 'Je T'aime.' Released in 1989, this album marked a significant moment in the evolution of Dub Syndicate and coincided with the group's emergence as a touring unit. The album blends reggae, dub and experimental sounds into a distinctive, genre-defying style. A welcome reissue.
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Review: Dub Syndicate's classic 1991 album was recorded in Jamaica and London and remains one of their most iconic releases. Featuring rock-solid rhythms from band leader Style Scott, it includes contributions from Skip McDonald on guitar, Lee "Scratch" Perry vocals and Akabu, Prince Far I samples. This album gained popularity with both acid house fans and dub enthusiasts as it was a post-rave favourite for back-to-yours smoking sessions. The title track is a mix of reggae, electronica, The Doors and Motown that remains unique and after being out of print for years, this reissue has been re-cut by Frank Merritt.
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Dungeon
Masters Of Deception
Dry Bone
Strange Cargo
Earthquake In The Heart Of Rome
System Of The Lost Cause Man
Minds
Show Them
Boom Fire
Visionary
Come Now
Rise Up
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Trevor JACKSON / VARIOUS
Science Fiction Dancehall Classics (3xLP + MP3 download code)
Cat: ONULP 129. Rel: 30 Sep 15
Dub
Review: Trevor Jackson continues on plundering the vaults of classic genres of yesteryear. Following up the sterling effort of the Metal Box series of industrial and EBM classics, he now gathers the very best of Adrian Sherwood's seminal On-U sound imprint for this extensive compilation. All the usual suspects are here; Dub Syndicate with "Over Board", African Head Charge's "Stebeni's Theme" (amongst others) and how could we not forget Tackhead, who appear with the heavy "Now What?" Also appearing are Keith Le Blanc, Mark Stewart & The Maffia and Jackson's own Playgroup project plus many others, covering the imprints' illustrious history over three LPs. Essential listening.
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Review: Another one of the very many top draw On-U Sound albums from days gone by gets a reissue here. 1984's Warzone by The Missing Brazilians (a project led by label founder Adrian Sherwood in collab with vocalist Annie Anxiety, members of African Head Charge and Dub Syndicate as well as various others from the On-U Sound family) is the only album the collective put out. It's a grimy mix of dub, industrial, electro, experimental, reggae and electronic sounds with famously abrasive textures. This reissue brings it back to the fore with a great mastering job that demands loud plays and close inspection.
… Read morePlayed by: DJ ROCCA
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