BELOW THE BASSLINE: Lots of Love and I
The story of Bob Andy's 1977 masterpiece "Lots Of Love and I": How the Revolutionairies turned the Studio One hits from "Songbook" into deep roots classics.
DUB EVOLUTION: September 2026
"Dub Evolution" is a column by René Wynands. From time to time, he compiles a list of the most interesting new albums and shares his thoughts on them.
BELOW THE BASSLINE: Congo Ashanti
The story behind “Congo Ashanti”: How Corsican bassist Philippe Quilichini helped The Congos connect Kingston, London, and Paris on the 1979 roots reggae classic.
Mighty Diamonds – The Roots Is There
From Trench Town to international acclaim – the story of harmony trio Mighty Diamonds and their tragic final chapter.
The Great Riddim Shift – Greensleeves Records and the Emergence of the Dancehall Style
Discover how Greensleeves Records helped shape early dancehall and brought Kingston's sound system culture to the global stage in a pivotal reggae era.
Dennis Bovell – Reasoning With The Dub Master
From lover’s rock to punky reggae: Dennis Bovell talks to David Katz about his groundbreaking 50-year career and "The Dubmaster" release.
Robbie Shakespeare – Bass & Trouble
A tribute to Robbie Shakespeare, reggae’s legendary bassist and half of the iconic Sly & Robbie duo – over 1,800 productions strong.
Junior Murvin at Greensleeves Records, London, UK 13 October 1986
Junior Murvin – Cool Down the Heat
From “Police And Thieves” to digital roots with King Jammy: Junior Murvin’s posthumous release “Cool Down The Heat” proves his timeless talent lives on.