News — Dub

  • NEW VIDEO: Soundsystem Sessions Episode 4

    · By Tom Bibby

    Episode 4 of the Reggae Roast Soundsystem Sessions is here — the second part of a full live session recorded at Reggae Roast HQ, capturing Reggae Roast live at its best. This is what the show sounds like in the room. A Proper Soundsystem Session, Start to Finish Recorded in one take and powered by the Faya & Simba Soundsystems, Episode 4 continues the session from Episode 3 — no edits, no overdubs, no second chances. Just a room full of sound, live mic work, and real-time dub. On the night:🎤 Horseman & Mr Williamz on the mic🎷 Adj on...

  • LIVE DUB MIX: 'We Run The Scene' by Matt Interrupt

    · By Tom Bibby

    Step inside the lab with producer & engineer Matt Interrupt as he performs a heavyweight live dub mix of 'We Run The Scene', the brand new banger from Mr Williamz & Reggae Roast.  Part of the ongoing Live Dub Mix Series connected to the Reggae Roast Soundsystem Sessions, this session captures real-time dub science: live FX sends, echo drops, filter sweeps and bass pressure- all performed in one take. No edits. No shortcuts. Just pure dub energy.  'We Run The Scene' represents the core Reggae Roast ethos- UK roots foundations with a modern, dance-ready edge that’s been shaking festivals, clubs...

  • Dub Sirens and Outboard FX from Benidub

    · By Tom Bibby

    One of the best things about hearing a live Reggae Soundsystem, is the selector or DJ's creative use of sirens and outboard FX to add that extra unique flavour and spice to the mix.  As DJs, we know how satisfying it is hitting that button before a big drop, or slapping some lickshot delay on a transition. So when we were building our Soundsystem we searched high and low to find the best gear.  We were lucky enough to meet Sandro Musetti, founder of Benidub Audio Electronics who specialise in building the finest Dub sirens and outboard FX units.  Benidub products...

  • NEW STEMS: Bad Company feat. Earl 16

    · By Tom Bibby

    We're pleased to announce the fourth release in our series of STEM Packs: 'Bad Company' feat. Earl 16, taken from our first album 'Turn Up The Heat' (Trojan Records).      You can purchase and download the STEMS directly from us HERE.   For anyone wanting to Dub at home, these Stem Packs are ideal. They're a great way to get started & hone your Dubbing skills!   Separated stems from our classic track "Lets Live In Love' with Horace Andy (including vocal) Stem Pack contains 20 x 44.1K Wav stems, including Drums, Bass, Keys, Horns, Vocals, picked guitar, percussion etc Stems...

  • Artist Spotlight: Matt Interrupt (Reggae Roast)

    · By Tom Bibby

    This week's artist spotlight is another special one for us as we sat down for a chat with our very own Matt Interrupt, the producer, engineer and Dubwise maestro who co-produced both of our LPs 'Turn Up The Heat' and 'More Fire' as well as much more music that you have yet to hear! Matt Interrupt is a reggae/dancehall producer based in London, UK. He is a core member and music producer for Reggae Roast Soundsystem, and has also put out his own releases on labels such as Scotch Bonnet Records, Raider Records, Cubiculo Records, Chopstick Dubplate and Sound Transmission Records,as well as...

  • Introducing STEMS!... Make your own Dubs at home!

    · By James Harper

    Ever wanted to learn how to do your own Dub Mixes? Twisting knobs and creating out of this world soudscapes. Endless possibilities at your fingertips.  We want to help get as many people up & dubbing ASAP and start a Dubolution! Thats why were releasing Reggae Roast Stems.... Now you can use the stems from some of our favourite tracks. Heavy Roots tunes with instrumentation and vocals from true greats such as Johnny Clarke & Horace Andy.  Stem Packs are designed to let people experience the endless possibilities of Dubbing by giving them access to high quality recordings of different instruments...