Dubmatix Sticky Icky Reggae Mix

This mix celebrates one of reggae’s most iconic and influential voices, bringing together 18 tracks that showcase the incredible range and legacy of the one and only U-Roy.

U-Roy, born Ewart Beckford in 1942 in Kingston, Jamaica, is widely regarded as the Originator and Godfather of Toasting, the vocal style that laid the foundation for what would eventually become rap and hip hop. Emerging from the vibrant sound system culture of 1960s Jamaica, U-Roy pioneered the art of toasting, improvising spoken word lyrics and ad-libs over existing riddims and rocksteady rhythms. His breakthrough came in 1970 when he simultaneously held the top three spots on the Jamaican charts, an unprecedented feat that announced the arrival of a revolutionary new voice in reggae music.

Over a career spanning more than five decades, U-Roy collaborated with some of reggae’s greatest names, including Big Youth, The Gladiators, Hopeton Lewis, and Cornell Campbell, cementing his status as a true cornerstone of the genre. His influence extended far beyond Jamaica, inspiring generations of DJs, toasters, and MCs worldwide. U-Roy continued recording and performing well into his later years, earning lifetime achievement recognition and the deep respect of artists across multiple genres. He passed away in February 2021, leaving behind a catalog that remains as vital and infectious as ever, making this 18-song mix a fitting tribute to one of music’s true originals.

PLAYLIST

U-Roy, Glen Adams - Bangarang - Version

U-Roy - Creation Rebel - Version

U-Roy - Natty Rebel - Remastered

U-Roy, Hopeton Lewis - Drive Her Home

U-Roy - Chalice in the Palace

U-Roy, Tarrus Riley - Pumps and Pride

U-Roy - Wear You to the Ball

Dubmatix, Cornell Campbell, U-Roy - She’s in Love - Steppers Mix

U-Roy - Your Ace From Space

U-Roy, Big Youth - The Higher The Mountain

U-Roy - Tom Drunk - 2000 Digital Remaster

U-Roy - Hot Pop

U-Roy, The Supersonics, Tommy McCook - This Station Rule the Nation

U-Roy - Peace And Love In The Ghetto - 2000 Digital Remaster

U-Roy, The Gladiators - Miss Jones

U-Roy - Sufferation

U-Roy - Musical Addick - The Voices Of Sweet Jamaica - All Star Remix

This week’s mix brings together legends and new artists from around the globe - from Linval Thompson, Prince Alla to Jah Garvey and Jar - this is a tossed salad of grooves ready for your ears.

PLAYLIST

Dandelion;The Drop - Bus Gun

Monkey D - Inna Me Yard

Hi Grade Hi-Fi;Richie Culture - Long Long Road (Never Walk Dub)

Zotziho klk - Herbman Chant

Tuff Steppas;Medison Hart - Roll Call

Jah Garvey - Fi Wi Bizniz

Soulfiya;Sgt. Remo - Ram the Dancehall

Al Campbell;Bass Culture Players - We Need Each Other Version

Dreadsquad;I-mitri Counteraction - I See

Linval Thompson;Addis Pablo;Danzky - Be Free (Manilla) - Instrumental

George Palmer;Bass Culture Players - Company

Marshall Neeko Meets Jah Golden Throne;Shadrak;Marshall Neeko - Who Dweet

jar - Trick or Weed

Prince Alla - Fight For Your Right

Michael Fabulous;Ras Neyman - Livity

Yella Sky Sound System;Papa Ical;Mehdiman - Big Up All Sound

This mix brings together a focused selection of reggae recordings from around 1976, a period when roots reggae was at its most confident and clearly defined. The songs reflect the era's balance: strong rhythm sections, thoughtful lyrics, and a deep connection to Rastafarian beliefs, social commentary, and everyday life in Jamaica.

PLAYLIST

Jackie Mittoo – The Thriller

The Abyssinians – Satta Massagana

The Gladiators – Looks Is Deceiving (2000 Digital Remaster)

Tapper Zukie – M.P.L.A

Linval Thompson – Don’t Cut Off Your Dreadlocks / Joyful Locks

Cornell Campbell – The Gorgon

Inner Circle – Roman Soldiers Of Babylon

Zap Pow – This Is Reggae Music

Toots & The Maytals – Funky Kingston

Mighty Diamonds – I Need A Roof (2001 Digital Remaster)

Peter Tosh – Legalize It

Owen Gray – Guava Jelly

The Heptones – Book Of Rules

Bob Marley & The Wailers – Concrete Jungle

George Dekker & The Pioneers – Time Hard

Third World – Freedom Song

Burning Spear – Old Marcus Garvey

U-Roy – Natty Rebel (Remastered)

Max Romeo & The Upsetters – War Ina Babylon

Midweek Reggae Mix 4 - new, old and everything in between.

PLAYLIST

Lengualerta;La Gorda Dubs;Aldubb;Dubmatix – Suficiente
J.Chambers;Natural High Music;Qyor – Liberation - Dub Remix
Marcus I;aDUBta;the Black Oak Roots Allstars – Upful
Scientist;Hempress Sativa – Rock It Ina Dub
Subatomic Sound System;Screechy Dan – Wicked Man Soon Fall - Babylon Soon Fall Horns Dub
Earl 16;Manasseh – Walls of the City
The Hempolics – Moon Stars
Dubmatix – Rough Likkle Town (feat. Brother Culture)
Fullness;Mikey General – Chariots and Horses
De Strangers;Galas;Buriman – Mentality Dub
L'Entourloop;Little Harry;Thioum C – Thru' Di Groove
Truths and Rights – Black Plight
Dubmatix;Volodia;SunSka;LMK – Are You Ready ? - Reggae Sun Ska - REGGAE SUN SKA Anthem 2015
Vivian Jones – Leaders Dub
Dub-Stuy;Burro Banton – Nah Sell Out
Soom T – Bomb Our Yard

Today’s mix is a collection of 70s Motown cuts from Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Edwin Starr, Rick James, and more.

PLAYLIST

Diana Ross – I’m Coming Out

The Isley Brothers – It’s Your Thing

Marvin Gaye;Tammi Terrell – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (Stereo Version)

Stevie Wonder – Sir Duke

Edwin Starr – War

The Emotions – Best of My Love

The Spinners – The Rubberband Man

The Temptations – I Can’t Get Next To You

Commodores – Machine Gun

Billy Preston – Will It Go Round In Circles

Edwin Starr – Twenty Five Miles

Marvin Gaye – Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)

Curtis Mayfield – Pusherman

Sister Sledge – We Are Family (1995 Remaster)

Rick James – Give It To Me Baby

Eddie Kendricks – Keep On Truckin’