Biggest Stars

The Barefoot Bandit
The Barefoot Bandit
GBRRoots Reggae

The Barefoot Bandit

GBRReggaeRoots Reggae
Father Psalms Studio
Father Psalms Studio
USARoots Reggae

Father Psalms Studio

USAReggaeRoots Reggae
SAX N DUB
SAX N DUB
URYDub

SAX N DUB

URYReggaeDub
Wicked Dub Division & Michela Grena
Wicked Dub Division & Michela Grena
ITARoots Reggae

Wicked Dub Division & Michela Grena

ITAReggaeRoots Reggae
Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed
NLDDub

Tumbleweed

NLDReggaeDub
Dubateers
Dubateers
Dub

Dubateers

ReggaeDub
Tatanka Sound System
Tatanka Sound System
ESPDub

Tatanka Sound System

ESPReggaeDub
Bum Lucky
Bum Lucky
USARoots Reggae

Bum Lucky

USAReggaeRoots Reggae
Mōrenadub
Mōrenadub
BRAAlternative Rock

Mōrenadub

BRARockAlternative Rock
Knights Of The Dub Table
Knights Of The Dub Table
NZLDub

Knights Of The Dub Table

NZLReggaeDub
Kawiar Mangueira
Kawiar Mangueira
SRBDrum & Bass

Kawiar Mangueira

SRBElectronicDrum & Bass
Ernest Wilson
Ernest Wilson
Dub

Ernest Wilson

ReggaeDub
Moa Anbessa
Moa Anbessa
ITARoots Reggae

Moa Anbessa

ITAReggaeRoots Reggae
Sound Soldiers Dub System
Sound Soldiers Dub System
ESPRoots Reggae

Sound Soldiers Dub System

ESPReggaeRoots Reggae
Jef Stott
Jef Stott
USADowntempo

Jef Stott

USAElectronicDowntempo
Lorast Sound & System
Lorast Sound & System
ESPDub

Lorast Sound & System

ESPReggaeDub
Skunk kut
Skunk kut
FRADub

Skunk kut

FRAReggaeDub
Digital Niyabinghi
Digital Niyabinghi
GBRDub

Digital Niyabinghi

GBRReggaeDub
7FT Soundsystem
7FT Soundsystem
ZAFDub

7FT Soundsystem

ZAFReggaeDub
NZ SELECTOR
NZ SELECTOR
RUSDub

NZ SELECTOR

RUSReggaeDub
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Top Artists by Radio Spins Last month

Lee "Scratch" Perry
Lee "Scratch" Perry
JAMDub

Lee "Scratch" Perry

JAMReggaeDub
2.9K radio spins
Dubmatix
Dubmatix
CANDub

Dubmatix

CANReggaeDub
2.1K radio spins
King Tubby
H
King Tubby
JAMDub
Hot

King Tubby

JAMReggaeDub
1.8K radio spins
De Facto
De Facto
USADub

De Facto

USAReggaeDub
1.3K radio spins

1.3K radio spins

Most Streamed Spotify Tracks

Past Month
1
Petite Marie (Fanzine Remix)
Petite Marie (Fanzine Remix)
33K streams
2
My Face
My Face
32.9K streams
3
The Big Tree
The Big Tree
19.9K streams
4
Sixteen Tons Of Pressure
Sixteen Tons Of Pressure
18.3K streams
5
Liquid Sunshine
Liquid Sunshine
16.9K streams
6
Jump up Pon It
Jump up Pon It
16.6K streams
7
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
15.5K streams
8
Always on My Mind
Always on My Mind
15.2K streams
9
Brest Bay
Brest Bay
14.5K streams
10
Shimmy Shimmy Ya
Shimmy Shimmy Ya
14K streams
1

Petite Marie (Fanzine Remix)

2

My Face

3

The Big Tree

4

Sixteen Tons Of Pressure

5

Liquid Sunshine

6

Jump up Pon It

8

Always on My Mind

9

Brest Bay

10

Shimmy Shimmy Ya

Top Spotify Playlists

This Is Lee Scratch Perry
This Is Lee Scratch Perry
Spotify
8.9K followers
This Is Dub FX
This Is Dub FX
Spotify
6K followers
This Is King Tubby
This Is King Tubby
Spotify
3.6K followers
Steppas Selection
Steppas Selection
Alpha Steppa
2.5K followers
This Is Asian Dub Foundation
This Is Asian Dub Foundation
Spotify
2.5K followers
Panda Dub Radio
Panda Dub Radio
Spotify
2.3K followers

Subgenre Popularity

Music stats for top 3,000 artists last month

Top Countries

    Top Cities

      • 609
      • 18.4M
      • 4.4M
      • 37.1K
      609
      Dub artists
      Spotify
      18.4M
      Streams on Spotify
      YouTube
      4.4M
      Views on YouTube
      Radio Airplay
      37.1K
      Radio spins
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      Questions? We have answers

      Overview of Dub music

      Dub music emerged in Jamaica in the late 1960s as a subgenre of reggae. It is characterized by the use of reverb, echo, and other sound effects, applied to instrumental tracks and vocals.

      Dub music is known for its heavy bass lines and stripped-down sound, with emphasis on the rhythm section and the use of space and silence.

      Dub music has been influential in the development of electronic dance music, as well as in the evolution of reggae and other genres.

      Dub music has also been used as a means of political expression, with artists using their music to address issues of social justice and inequality. The genre has continued to evolve over the years, incorporating new technologies and influences from around the world.

      Today, dub music remains a vibrant and influential part of the global music scene.

      Which musicians and bands defined Dub music?

      Some of the most prominent Dub musicians and bands include:

      King Tubby (1968-1989) - Regarded as the pioneer of dub music, King Tubby revolutionized the genre with his innovative mixing techniques and studio wizardry, creating a distinct sound that became the foundation for dub's evolution.

      Lee "Scratch" Perry and The Upsetters (1968-1972) - Known for his eccentricity and creative genius, Lee "Scratch" Perry, along with his band The Upsetters, pushed the boundaries of dub music, infusing it with psychedelic elements and unconventional studio experimentation.

      Scientist (1981-present) - Scientist, a talented Jamaican producer and engineer, gained fame for his mastery of dub mixing, creating immersive sonic landscapes and contributing to the genre's growth during its golden era.

      Augustus Pablo (1970s-1999) - Augustus Pablo, a Jamaican melodica player and producer, played a crucial role in popularizing melodica as a prominent instrument in dub music, adding haunting melodies and atmospheric textures to the genre's sonic palette.

      The Mad Professor (1979-present) - The Mad Professor, a British producer and musician, has been a driving force in the modern dub scene, blending dub with electronic and experimental elements, and collaborating with artists from various genres.

      Adrian Sherwood (1980s-present) - Adrian Sherwood, along with his label On-U Sound, has been instrumental in fusing dub with punk, industrial, and electronic music, pushing the boundaries of the genre and creating a distinct sonic identity.

      Which songs and albums defined Dub music?

      Some of the most iconic songs in Dub music include:

      "Police and Thieves" by Junior Murvin (Song, 1976) - Produced by Lee "Scratch" Perry, this politically charged song, with its dub-inspired production techniques, showcases the fusion of roots reggae and dub that defined the era.

      "King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown" by Augustus Pablo (Song, 1976) - A groundbreaking track featuring the brilliant dub mixing of King Tubby, it takes Pablo's haunting melodica melody and sends it on a sonic journey through echo chambers and reverberating soundscapes.

      Dub music has also produced several influential albums such as:

      "Super Ape" by Lee "Scratch" Perry and The Upsetters (Album, 1976) - This seminal album, with its deep basslines, swirling effects, and mesmerizing rhythms, exemplifies Lee "Scratch" Perry's eccentric production style and has become a classic in the dub reggae canon.

      "Blackboard Jungle Dub" by The Upsetters (Album, 1973) - Created by Lee "Scratch" Perry, this early dub masterpiece is a sonic journey through swirling echoes, thunderous basslines, and innovative studio techniques that laid the foundation for the genre.

      "Dubbing with the Observer" by Niney the Observer (Album, 1975) - Produced by Niney the Observer, this album captures the essence of dub reggae with its heavy rhythms, dub effects, and infectious grooves, showcasing Niney's exceptional production skills.

      "Scientist Rids the World of the Evil Curse of the Vampires" by Scientist (Album, 1981) - This classic dub album by Scientist, filled with deep basslines, ethereal echoes, and a haunting atmosphere, solidifies his reputation as one of dub reggae's most influential producers.

      "Dub Side of the Moon" by Easy Star All-Stars (Album, 2003): This imaginative reinterpretation of Pink Floyd's iconic album, infused with dub reggae elements, demonstrates the genre's ability to transform and reimagine music across genres.

      These albums have been instrumental in shaping the sound of Dub music and have inspired generations of musicians around the world.

      Which music festivals and events represent Dub music?

      There are several music festivals and events that represent Dub music genre, including Dubwise Festival, Outlook Festival, and Dub Camp Festival.

      Dubwise Festival is an annual event that takes place in California and features some of the biggest names in Dub music.

      Outlook Festival is a four-day event that takes place in Croatia and features a diverse range of Dub music and its subgenres.

      Dub Camp Festival is a three-day event that takes place in France and features live performances, sound system sessions, and workshops that explore the history and culture of Dub music.

      These festivals and events provide a platform for both established and emerging Dub music artists to showcase their talents and connect with fans from around the world.