Distillation of Sound: Dub and the Creation of Culture

Distillation of Sound explores the original music of Jamaica and how dub reggae expanded and shifted Jamaican culture. It discusses the importance of dub music and its influence on the music world, tracing its journey to New York City, England, and Japan. The book focuses on five of the first albums produced in the genre, discussing them in three parameters that help to define and set up the culture of dub music. The author emphasizes the importance of the engineer as a musician and how technology allows for the creator to interact with electronic elements, making the mixing board
board and other electronic elements musical instruments. Dub is also a refiguring of already existing music, demonstrating that music is ever evolving and can be shifted through technology. The influence of technology in the development of culture is the key to this work, and how technology can be modified, changed, and evolved through the interaction of the engineer is the focus. The book will further the importance of dub music and culture in our society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2022
Publisher: Intellect Books

Distillation of Sound delves into the rich tapestry of Jamaican music, exploring how dub reggae played a pivotal role in expanding and reshaping the island's cultural landscape. This captivating book not only sheds light on the origins and evolution of dub music but also delves into its profound impact on Jamaican culture and its far-reaching influence on the global music scene.

Dub music in Jamaica emerged in the early 1970s, and by the decade's end, it had permeated the hearts and minds of the entire population. This innovative genre took a bold step by utilizing the rhythm track of a song as a standalone composition, spreading rapidly through the island's sound systems. The significance of dub music and its profound influence on the world of music are the central themes of this groundbreaking book.

Chapters dedicated to the rise and spread of dub in New York City, England, and Japan provide a comprehensive account of how this genre traversed geographical boundaries and resonated with diverse audiences. Abbey delves into the intricate relationship between dub as a product and dub as an artistic act, offering a nuanced perspective that helps to define and understand the culture of dub music.

To provide a solid foundation for this exploration, five of the pioneering albums produced in the dub genre are analyzed in three key parameters. These albums, namely Java, Java, Java, Java (Impact All Stars), Aquarius Dub (Herman Chin Loy), Blackboard Jungle Dub (Lee 'Scratch Perry), and The Message Dubwise (Prince Buster), serve as landmarks in the development and establishment of dub music's unique cultural identity.

From the Preface, the author emphasizes the essence of Jamaican music, which revolves around the creative use of available resources. This project aims to shed light on the music that has inspired and influenced countless people worldwide, serving as a valuable addition to the existing literature on the subject.

Distillation of Sound is a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and connect people on a profound level. It offers a comprehensive and insightful journey into the world of dub reggae, providing a deeper understanding of its cultural significance and its enduring impact on the global music scene.

Weight: 342g
Dimension: 152 x 209 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789385397
Edition number: New ed