The Evolution Of 80s Dub

The Evolution Of 80s Dub

Author: Dubmatix October 12, 2025 Duration: 1:10:00
This mix captures the moment when dub music stepped out of the smoky analog haze of the 1970s and into the sharper, more expansive sound of the 1980s. The heart of roots reggae still beats through every rhythm, but the tools had changed — studios were now running 16- and 24-track machines, early digital delays, and lush rack reverbs that gave engineers new dimensions to explore.

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
Podcast Episodes
Bass Culture - Heavyweight Dub Mix [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:00
We take a deep dive into the heaviest, deepest, and most earth-shaking dub sounds of the 1970s with 15 killer, no filler, dub tracks. This is the era when dub was forged in Kingston’s studios, carved into vinyl grooves,…
Martin Campbell: Roots Revivalist with a Modern Sound [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:00
This special mix celebrates the voice, vision, and vibration of Martin Campbell, one of the UK’s most dedicated roots reggae artists. With haunting vocals, militant riddims, and dubwise production, his sound remains a po…
Psydub Frequencies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:00
This one-hour set draws from key artists and tracks that have helped shape the sound, making it a perfect companion for chill-out sessions, creative focus, or late-night journeys through your mind.
Steely & Clevie: The Beatmakers Who Changed Reggae Forever [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:00
Steely & Clevie laid the blueprint for digital reggae and modern dancehall. Their innovations in rhythm sequencing, MIDI drum programming, and sampling gave rise to an entire generation of producers. Sadly, Steely passed…
The Don Speaks: A Leroy Smart Retrospective [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:00
Leroy Smart isn’t just another reggae singer—he’s one of the most fearless and outspoken voices to ever rise from Kingston’s music scene. Known as “The Don,” his career blends social commentary, streetwise bravado, and t…