The song “Infinity Dub” from the visionary album Destiny by musical shaman Lee Scratch Perry and Bob Riddim is an irie, captivating song that takes you into the depths of dubscapes that transcend generations. This vibrant track, featuring Addis Pablo, Coyote Island, and Bernard Lanis, is also available on video, brought to life through a colorful pixel art animated video by CryptoRastas.
The song features reggae royalty. Addis Pablo, a melodica virtuoso and the son of reggae legend Augustus Pablo, joins forces with psychedelic guitarist Coyote Island and saxophonist Bernard Lanis. In a pixelated universe, Scratch invites the crew onto his spaceship, creating a dub party in the celestial heights above the earth.
Within the pulsating dub beats, Scratch says, “Music is the only comforter. I’m telling you the truth.”
The iconic Lee “Scratch” Perry, born Rainford Hugh Perry, was a Jamaican legend, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of Jamaican music. As a record producer, composer, and singer, he was celebrated for his innovative studio techniques and distinctive production style. Perry was a trailblazer, among the first Jamaican producer-musicians to transform the studio into an instrument, ultimately pioneering the reggae instrumental art form known as Dub.
A mastermind behind classics like “Punky Reggae Party,” Perry’s influence still resonates across genres. His collaborations span a diverse range of artists, including Bob Marley, The Wailers, Junior Murvin, Max Romeo, The Congos, The Heptones, Mad Professor, and King Tubby, among many others. With multiple Grammy Awards to his name, Lee Perry was globally revered as a reggae pioneer, elevating the genre to new heights and uncharted territories.
Beyond reggae, Perry left an indelible mark on the international music scene. Collaborations with groups like The Clash and The Beastie Boys highlighted his unique vision, expanding the reach of reggae in ways previously unexplored. His albums and songs are windows into this visionary’s mind, each offering glimpses of a creative genius pushing boundaries.
In July 2020, Lee “Scratch” Perry embarked on a project with Bob Riddim, recognizing the need to connect with the new generation of reggae artists. The Destiny sessions presented the special synergy between Lee and the evolving reggae landscape. Entrusting Bob Riddim with the completion of the album, they birthed a project that encapsulates the unique sounds and aesthetics cultivated during those transformative sessions.
Bob Riddim, born François-Olivier Bouchard, is a Grammy-nominated record producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. From the isolated, remote mountains of Canada, his studio serves as the creative nexus where he pushes boundaries and crafts vibrant products.
Recently, Bob Riddim’s has collaborated with reggae’s new generation of artists. His studio echoes with the voices of Kabaka Pyramid, Yaadcore, Skillibeng, Xana Romeo, Naomi Cowan, Anthony B, Blvk H3ro, Wayne J, Turbulence, Evie Pukupoo, Exco Levi, Leno Banton, Addis Pablo, Rocky Dawuni, Neto Yuth, and many others.
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Author: Dymond
