Dirty Funky Nasty Bad

Dirty Funky Nasty Bad

Author: Dubmatix November 19, 2025 Duration: 1:01:47
Let’s start with the title of this mix, “Dirty Funky Nasty Bad” - a long-time friend of mine with a great sense of humour would keep all of us howling with laughing, doing bits and saying random shit dropped this line in one of those moments and it’s stuck with me for decades (thanks Kento).

Each week, the Dubmatix Sticky Icky Reggae Mix arrives as a fresh, sixty-minute journey through sound. Curated by producer and selector Dubmatix, this podcast is built like a classic mixtape, blending tracks into a seamless flow that highlights connections and contrasts across the genre's vast spectrum. You'll hear deep, echoing dub instrumentals, the energetic pulse of dancehall, the smooth sway of classic rocksteady, and the grounded, conscious vibrations of roots reggae. The selection is global, pulling together the finest contemporary and foundational tracks that define the sticky, icky vibe-a term that here refers to that irresistibly good, heavy rhythm that sticks with you. There are no interviews or interruptions, just the music itself, presented with a curator's ear for pacing and narrative. It’s an hour dedicated to immersion, where the bassline is your guide and each transition is thoughtfully crafted. For anyone looking to discover new artists or simply sink into a reliably curated set, this mix delivers a consistent, high-quality escape. Tune in to let Dubmatix handle the selections, connecting dots from Jamaica to London, Berlin to Tokyo, all within the unifying groove of reggae music.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Dubmatix Sticky Icky Reggae Mix
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