Original Rockers

by Augustus Pablo

Original Rockers cover art

This crucial compilation gathers several of Augustus Pablo's finest self-produced singles recorded throughout the 1970s for his own Rockers imprint. The collection showcases his pioneering use of the melodica—an instrument previously considered a child's toy—as a serious, deeply emotive lead instrument floating over King Tubby's cavernous dub rhythms. It remains a mesmerizing, foundational masterpiece of instrumental roots reggae.

Genres

  • Dub
  • Reggae

Tracklist

  1. Rockers Dub
  2. Up Wareika Hill
  3. Cassava Piece ('79 Style)
  4. Pablo's Theme Song
  5. Jah Dread
  6. Brace A Boy
  7. Thunder Clap
  8. Park Lane Special
  9. New Style
  10. AP Special
  11. Love Won't Come Easy
  12. Love Won't Come Easy
  13. Mountain View Dub
  14. Cassava Rock
  15. Tubby's Dub Song
  16. Tubby's Dub Song (dub version 2)
  17. Jah Dread (7" version)
  18. Brace A Boy ( dub version 2)
  19. Tribalist
  20. Lightning Flash
  21. Africa Dub
  22. Young Generation
  23. AP Special (version 2)