News — Vinyl

  • NEW VINYL RELEASE: 'MORE LOVE' FEAT. Ragga Twins & Luciano

    · By Tom Bibby

    We’re proud to announce the arrival of a brand-new 7-inch vinyl release on Nice Up! Records – the heavyweight Reggae Roast Remix of More Love by Ragga Twins & Luciano. This special edition brings together two worlds: the legendary UK pioneers Ragga Twins, whose influence on jungle and rave culture is unmatched, and Luciano, one of Jamaica’s most iconic and uplifting voices. Their original anthem More Love gets a deep, bass-heavy Reggae Roast refix, slowing things down into a dubwise roller designed to shake sound systems to the core. On the flip, you’ll find “More Dub”, a stripped-back version that takes the...

  • Summer Sale Now On!

    · By Tom Bibby

    🔥 Reggae Roast Big Summer Sale – 50% Off Vinyl & Artwork Prints + Limited Edition Adapters! Summer’s here and we’re turning up the heat with our Big Summer Sale! For a limited time only, you can grab some serious bargains on vinyl, artwork, and exclusive DJ tools – the perfect way to keep your collection fresh and your setup looking crisp. 🎶 50% Off Vinyl Stack up your record box with classic Reggae Roast releases and essential cuts from across the Reggae spectrum. From heavyweight 12”s to collector’s 7” singles, now’s the time to fill the gaps in your...

  • 420 SALE NOW ON!

    · By Tom Bibby

    Spring has sprung and the sun is making a rare appearance here in London, so the vibes are warming up nice and easy! Here at Reggae Roast HQ we're looking forward to 420 Day this month. For those who don't know, 420 Day is the 20th of April and it's the internationally recognised day for ganja smokers to celebrate their love of the sacred herb.  But where does the term "420" actually come from? The origins trace back to the 1970s in California, where a group of high school friends, known as the Waldos, used "420" as code for their after-school meetups...

  • A Brief History of The Dubplate

    · By Tom Bibby

    Ever been at a dance, and suddenly the DJ drops a tune that you know, but it’s got a twist—a name drop, a special intro, or a wicked bassline that you’ve never heard before? Well, that, my friend, is the magic of a dubplate. Dubplates are a cornerstone of sound system culture, especially in Reggae, Dancehall, Jungle, and Hip-Hop. If you’ve ever wondered what makes these mystical items of soundclash supremacy so significant, then read on to be enlightened. In the simplest terms, a dubplate is an exclusive version of a track, often personalised with lyrics or sounds unique to...

  • The Nostalgic Charm of 45 Record Adapters

    · By James Harper

    In this article, we delve into the history and significance of these small but essential devices that played a key role in preserving the legacy of vinyl singles.
  • LISTEN: Adam Prescott selects Greensleeves

    · By James Harper

    Brand new mix now up on the Greensleeves Records Mixcloud courtesy of our very own Adam Prescott Music 🔊🔊🔊

    Expect heavy Roots, Reggae, Dub & Rubadub from the Greensleeves mighty back catalogue all played inna Soundsystem stye with Echoes, Delays, Reverb & Sirens!