BOOM ONE RECORDS

May04

May Release Sampler

by jah on May 4th, 2013 at 12:53 pm

Posted In: New Releases and News, Electronica, New Releases and News, New Releases and News, Reggae/DUB

Boom One Records is excited to announce this month’s releases. Spring is fully in season, and our artists are committed to livening up the vibes! New artists DreadlionBZH (Reggae/Dub/Electonica – France), and Semtam ft. Mannex (Reggae/Dub/World/Electronica – Czech Rep, Zimbabwe), and Dub Campaign (Reggae/Dub – Washington, DC) are releasing debuts this month. Additionally, Athens, GA based dub soldiers, DubConscious, brings their sophomore release with BOR. We also have releases from label favorites Piper Street Sound, B. Davis, and Boom One Sound System.

DreadlionBZH – Meditation Dubplate, May 7
“Meditation Dubplate” is the debut release from DreadlionBZH, BZH referring to the Brittany region of France, where he is based. Dreadlion breaks into the world dub scene with this EP release. Dreadlion bounces through various reggae sub genres, showing that he is well versed in Dub. “Meditation Dubplate” is a dready dub. Classic organ sounds and a roots bubble and skank are prevalent throughout. “Gangsta Style” is a dubstep/drumstep urban style of dub, with fascinating vocal samples.

Piper Street Sound – Jack Fivecoate in Dub, May 14
Piper Street Sound again comes with wicked dub versions on this one. Singer/Songwriter Jack Fivecoate went to Piper Street Sound to produce his self titled EP, and this is Piper Street’s dubwise reworking of the EP. You can most definitely hear the styling of PSS on this release, as he adds familiar flavor to the dish!

Dub Campaign – Lion in Disguise (digital 45), May 17
DC area reggae dubsters, Dub Campaign, debuts their single “Lion in
Disguise” through Boom One Records. Mellow mood from a distorted guitar brings us into the Lion in Disguise chorus… “Say I Lion in Disguise, feels like I’m dying in paradise”. The vocal effects on this track are subtle and smooth, while the skanks are delayed with precision. Meanwhile the drums and bass are solid roots style. The B-side is “Lion in Dub (E. N Young Mix)”…straight dubwise. The vocal dub work by E. N Young on this one takes the listener into another dimension.

DubConscious – These Dubs, May 20
“These Dubs” is the follow up “B-side” album to DubConscious’ recent LP entitled “These Days” (released last month through Boom One Records). The release includes various dub versions of all the tracks from “These Days”. Again, more quality Dub from Boom One Records.

B. Davis – Zion Audio, May 21
A roots reggae rarity, Zion Audio by B. Davis just recently surfaced from the vaults. Steeped in the 70s Roots Reggae sound, Zion Audio is reminiscent of classic albums from The Gladiators, The Mighty Diamonds and The Wailing Souls. With B. Davis’ vocals and conscious lyrics riding the riddims this album is authentic roots from beginning to end.

Boom One Sound System ft. Mr. Brown – Top Rankin’ Bubblah, May 23
“Top Rankin’ Bubblah” is Boom One Sound System’s 8-bit version of the Jamaican classic, “Real Rock” riddim. In this digital 45, BOSS utilizes old school Nintendo and Atari video game sounds to bring the “Real Rock” riddim into the digital world. Vocalist Mr. Brown debuts with Boom One Sound System with his rhyming and toasting on the track. Mr. Brown’s style is reminiscent of the Jamaican super duo, Michigan and Smiley, only Mr. Brown seems to be his own counterpart, as his calls and responses feel as though there are two MCs toasting here. The track is an all around feel good positive party tune, as the chorus would suggest: “Rippin and rockin di riddim, reggae music what we give ‘em, it always make we feel a little better when we listen”.

Semtam ft. Mannex – Cry For the Poor, May 28
“Cry for the Poor” is the Boom One Records debut from Semtam and Mannex. Semtam uses this digital 45 to introduce Zimbabwean Mannex to Boom One Records, and top the world. Semtam is Kryštof Koenigsmark, a Czech and a globe trotter. Semtam travels and performs throughout Europe and even Africa, thanks to soul dread Mannex, who hails from the land of Zimbabwe. Semtam and Mannex link up on this first single release from their upcoming “Optimists by Choice” album, due out summer 2013. “Cry for the Poor” introduces heartfelt lyrics of Mannex, who tells us that “to be poor is a crime, you haffe know dat inna dis here time”. You can hear Mannex’s cries for the poor and you can cry with him, as he motivates us to actively serve the poor. Semtam and Mannex unite to form a bridge from Europe to Africa, showing us, that especially in this age of communications, NO MAN IS AN ISLAND.

└ Tags: B. Davis, boom one sound system, dreadlionBZH, dub campaign, dub conscious, dubconcious, jack fivecoate, lion in disguise, mannex, mr. brown, piper street sound, semtam

Apr03

April Releases from Boom One Sound/Scientist, Jack Fivecoate, Higher Ground Movement, One Noize, Ahndre, DubConscious and B Davis

by jah on April 3rd, 2013 at 3:56 pm

Posted In: New Releases and News, Dubstep, New Releases and News, Electronica, New Releases and News, New Releases and News, Reggae/DUB

Boom One Sound System/Scientist – Ancient Scrolls, April 22 Earth Day

Jamaican dub pioneer and legend, Scientist teams up with Boom One Sound System on this project to produce “Ancient Scrolls”. The BOSS vocal track is Sterling Saw’s arrangement of a poem by one of his long time compadres, Ras Itani. General Coldhand also adds a conscious roots verse to “Ancient Scrolls” at the bridge. Remix translations of “Ancient Scrolls” by Scientist, and various others are brought together on this digital EP. Other Boom One Records family artists involved include Piper Street Sound, Dubsmith, Elder, and Dialect Trio, all bringing their own style and pizzazz to the release.

Jack Fivecoate – Jack Fivecoate EP, April 2

Acoustic Roots Reggae singer/songwriter Jack Fivecoate came to Piper Street Studios with a plan in hand. The multi-instrumentalist focused on bringing his soulful vision to life with the help of producer extraordinaire Matt Mansfield/Piper Street Sound. This EP has found a welcome home with lovers of soulful acoustic Reggae in the vein of the great Jack Johnson and Ben Harper. It was strong enough to land Fivecoate an opening slot on tour with conscious dancehall phenom Matisyahu.

Higher Ground Movement ft. SAS and Soul Medic – Horny Flute Riddim/Love Is All We Need/Upfulivity, April 9

Horny Flute Riddim is a creation by Higher Ground Movement, which utilizes African percussion to lay down a modern dancehall foundation. The track is used by SAS and Soul Medic to convey their own unique flavor in the dance. “Love is All we Need” is an age old message, but we guarantee you’ve never heard it like SAS says it. After that, comes more fire from Soul Medic as he chants a wicked dancehall rhyme on “Upfulivity”.

One Noize – DubDub, April 16

DubDub is bass. The title track pounds your chest with its Black Uhuru-esque bass riddim along with mad dubby snares and phase shifting high-hats. Its so dub, it had to be named twice. “Stop Complaining” is a steppers rhythm laid down with precision. “Golden Claws” starts with a solid dubby horn section before the heavy One Noize bass comes in as the dubwise percussion bounces all around the room. This track will convince you that comic book heroes Tintin and Snowy had dreadlocks for sure!

Ahndre – Rude Boy From Jamaica, April 23

The “Rude Boy from Jamaica” EP is the Boom One Records debut of the sensational rude boy Italiano, Ahndre. This EP is a selection of reggae/dub songs from the forthcoming “Caribbean Bridge” full length album. The title track, “Rude Boy from Jamaica”, starts with a heavy dub along with Rude Boy vocal teases before bringing in a bombastic type of bass line sure to shake up the dance hall and bring the boom to your chest. The horn section is dubbed throughout the tune, reminding us of King Tubby’s horn work.

DubConscious – These Days EP, April 29

Long running Reggae/Dub collective, DubConscious, has created a new EP after over three years since their last release “non violent” (January 2009, 1320 Records). This EP, with production by new bassist and Dub engineer Matt Mansfield (Piper Street Sound), breaks new ground for the band while maintaining their connection to Dub music, as well as to their signature effect heavy, psychedelic blend of Rock, Reggae and international sounds.

B. Davis – Wherever I Go, April 30

This track is so relevant to all of us! “Wherever I Go”, has the sweetest piano line and melody! Rootsy and lovely, this one again reminds us of the old school styling of Wailing Souls, The Gladiators, and The Mighty Diamonds. Lyrically, B. Davis delivers to us again the conscious love that we are growing to expect from his songs. Positive Iration here… “Wherever I go I speak of love, the message is clear so let’s talk….this is the dawning of a new day!”

Mar03

March Releases from Higher Ground Movement, Ahndre, B. Davis, DreadlionBZH, Boom One Sound System and Dubsmith

by jah on March 3rd, 2013 at 10:19 pm

Posted In: New Releases and News, Electronica, New Releases and News, New Releases and News, Reggae/DUB

As we break through winter into March, Boom One Records is pleased to introduce another crop of new acts. We welcome these wonderful new artists, and are happy to have them aboard. We have the debut releases from Higher Ground Movement (Roots, Dancehall), SAS (Dancehall), Ahndre (Reggae, Dub, Electronica), and DreadlionBZH (Reggae, Dub, Electronica), as well as another release from B. Davis, and one from original BOR artist Boom One Sound System with a dub mix by Dubsmith. All of this, just to get you ready and warmed up for what we have planned this spring and summer! Boom Fyah!

Higher Ground Movement ft. SAS – Badman, Mar. 5

Higher Ground Movement makes its debut for Boom One Records with “Badman” ft. SAS. Badman utilizes a beautiful guitar line for the intro and throughout. The dancehall track has a rootsy feel lyrically, as SAS warns us not to fall into the habits and ways of the Badman. He warns: “Badman livin in the yard abroad, Badman life it’s hard…youth man you can’t be no punk nor fraud, Badman life it’s hard…Badman never live too long, youth man listen to me song.” The hard dancehall beat attracts the audience that needs to hear the warnings of the Badman.

Ahndre – Kedian, Mar. 12

Kedian is a sweet sounding rockers riddim dub with just the right type of delay and spacey effects. The track is reminiscent of West African Alpha Blondie, and the horn section makes your soul smile. This is a happy and oh so irie dub from Italian dubster Ahndre. There are sirens and various chaotic samples throughout this major key mega dub. This one is great for bringing you to the beach in the dead of winter.

B. Davis – Hustling, Mar. 19

Roots! B. Davis’ “Hustling” will make you call out! Davis’ sweet lead vocals are coupled with methodical backups reminiscent of Wailing Souls or Mighty Diamonds. “Hustling” is the second digital 45 release from the upcoming Roots/Lovers album by Davis entitled “Zion Audio”. B. Davis really takes us back to a classic Jamaican roots feel with this release. The track is accompanied by “Hustlers Dub” on the B side. This is the Melodica dub version instrumental.

DreadlionBZH – Gangsta Style, Mar. 26

Frenchman DreadlionBZH (BZH referring to the Brittany region of France) brings us his debut digi-single, “Gangsta Style”, which will be included on the forthcoming “Meditation Dubplate” EP. “Gangsta Style” is a dubstep/drumstep urban style of dub, wobbling around and weaving in with some fascinating vocal samples used at just the right times. The bridge warns us about the first steps of addiction…so beware. When asked how he came up with this one Dreadlion said, “I just imagined somebody running in the street trying to hide from the cops.”

Boom One Sound System ft. B. Davis and Dubsmith – Stop, Mar 26

Boom One Sound System, B. Davis and Dubsmith team up for this heavy Rootstep, Rockers and glitched out Dubtronic digital 45. Boom One Sound System’s version is foundation roots reggae in style and vocals, but mixed with a thick dose of low end wobble. It’s sure shake the dancehall. The Dubsmith remix is a 16bit glitched out dubtronic version with B. Davis’ sweet vocals riding the beat.

└ Tags: ahndre, B. Davis, boom one records, boom one sound system, dreadlionBZH, higher ground movement, SAS, soul medic

Feb07

February Releases – B Davis, Jack Fivecoate, Boom One Sound System and Roots Iric

by jah on February 7th, 2013 at 2:35 pm

Posted In: New Releases and News, New Releases and News, Reggae/DUB

As we trudge through winter, Boom One Records is keeping you toasty with a plethora of new music! Releases from Boom One Sound System (Reggae, Dub, Electronica) and Roots Iric , B. Davis (Reggae, Roots/Lovers), and the debut EP from Jack Fivecoate (Reggae, Roots) are keeping it hot in February.

B. Davis – Humble Mind, Feb. 12 - Humble Mind by B. Davis has just surfaced from the classic 70s Roots Reggae vaults. If you’re a fan of classic Roots Reggae like The Mighty Diamonds, The Gladiators, Burning Spear and the Wailing Souls this digital 45 is for you. The sweet melodic vocal style of B. Davis is supported by a heavy steppers rhythm, deep bass and a skank and bubble that will keep the dancehall moving.

Jack Fivecoate – In Your Hands, Feb. 19 - Featuring members of Dubconscious, Eclectic Roots Ensemble, and Lloyds Rock Steady Revue, as well as guest vocals by Jessica Pyrdsa, this EP has found a welcome home with lovers of soulful acoustic Reggae in the vein of the great Jack Johnson. It was strong enough to land Fivecoate an opening slot on tour with Conscious Dancehall phenom Matisyahu. Fivecoate’s harmonica skills eventually led him onto the stage performing regularly with the vocalist, and his skills in the kitchen led to steady employment on tour as the vegetarian’s personal chef. Fivecoate and Mansfield deliver deliciously understated laid-back grooves here, and don’t skimp on the portions, with each selection’s instrumental riddim included on the EP.

Boom One Sound System ft. Roots Iric – Love Cultivation, Feb. 26 - Boom One Sound System teams up with lyrical warrior Roots Iric for this Reggae Rockers Digital 45. Steeped in deep roots reggae and conscious lyrics, “Love Cultivation” feat. Roots Iric is a positive, Roots Reggae Rocker, which is sure to stay on your playlist for a long time to come. The B-side, “Cultivation Dub” is an uplifting dub from the Empress of Dub, Lady Rae. Lady Rae’s version provides a place for a deep meditation with its psychedelic delays and heavy bass.

└ Tags: B. Davis, beatport, beatport reggae, boom one records, boom one sound system, dub, iTunes, jack fivecoate, jack johnson, juno download, lady rae, matisyahu, reggae, roots iric, roots reggae

Jan03

January Releases – B.Daivs, Dubsmith, Boom One Sound System, Anthony B and Don Goliath – Roots Reggae, RootStep and Ragga Jungle

by jah on January 3rd, 2013 at 2:34 am