Distillation of Sound

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Dub and the Creation of Culture

By Eric Abbey

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Distillation of Sound explores the origins and impact of dub reggae, a genre that emerged in Jamaica in the early 1970s. Using rhythm tracks as standalone compositions, dub music rapidly influenced Jamaican culture and later spread globally to New York, England, and Japan. Eric Abbey delves into dub as both a musical product and an act of engineering, highlighting how this genre transformed Jamaican culture and inspired worldwide musicians.
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Ideal for music scholars, dub reggae fans, and readers interested in the cultural and technological evolution of music, particularly within Jamaican and global contexts.

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How dub reggae expanded and shifted Jamaican culture.

Jamaican music has always been about creating with what is at hand. Taking what is around you and making it into something great is the key to dub and Jamaican culture. Dub music in Jamaica started in the early 1970s and by the end of the decade had influenced an entire population. The music began to use the rhythm track of a song as a song itself and spread quickly throughout the sound systems of the island.

This book reflects on the importance of dub music and its influence on the music world with the rise and spread of dub in New York, England, and Japan. Eric Abbey discusses the separation between dub as a product and dub as an act of the engineer. Distillation of Sound focuses on the original music of Jamaica and how dub reggae expanded and shifted Jamaican culture. It will further the discussion on dub music, its importance to Jamaican culture, and its creative influence on the music world.

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‘Distillation of Sound serves as a great introduction to dub as a musical practice and music culture. Abbey’s detailed analysis and passion shine through, offering insights into the genre's key records and figures. This work is a valuable resource for music scholars, dub enthusiasts, and those interested in the fusion of music and technology.’ – Maël Péneau, Popular Music

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789385397

Publisher: Intellect

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Intellect Books

Illustration: 15 Halftones, black and white

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 218

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Arts & Culture Eric Abbey Non-Fiction

About the Author

Eric Abbey, Ph.D. is a professor of English and literature at Oakland Community College outside of Detroit, MI, USA. He is also a professional musician and producer of dub, reggae and ska music.