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The Aggrolites’ Reggae Sound Avoids Needless Polish

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Reggae originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s — an integration of numerous musical styles dating back to 1930s swing bands. Over the years, new beats regularly had infiltrated the Jamaican music scene and been altered and adapted to prevalent … Continue reading

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Dub Trio sprinkles reggae vibe with sonic metal flakes

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Dub Trio IV (ROIR) After two years touring behind Mike Patton’s Peeping Tom and Hassidic reggae artist Matisyahu, Dub Trio’s amassed personal musical energy needed to be released. Heavy is the optimal word. Album starter “En Passant” throws open the … Continue reading

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Yellow Dubmarine offers dub-inspired remake of Beatles’ Abbey Road

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Yellow Dubmarine Abbey Dub (Goldlion Records) Dub is a tricky thing, even in the hands of the most adept reggae bands. Too many drop outs or fading echos can render a song—no matter how good—boring, which is a common complaint … Continue reading

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Vibrations remain positive for reggae musician Pato Banton

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Editors Note: Pato Banton will join Glenn BurnSilver for a live interview session on KUAC, 89.9 FM, 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 28. Tune in, or stream it. FAIRBANKS — The roots of reggae come from the Jamaican countryside and city … Continue reading

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Bob Marley’s final concert CD proves it was one of his best

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Bob Marley & the Wailers: Live Forever The Stanley Theatre, Pittsburgh, PA September 23, 1980 (Universal) If for no other reason, the 1980 performance documented on Live Forever will be remembered as the final performance by reggae king Bob Marley. … Continue reading

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