BEFORE ZERO RECORDS & SALOMON HERITAGE present...
preview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXAwI9WbiiY
Dub Judah, a paragon of musical excellence, has an extensive career showcasing mastery of multiple instruments and his distinctive vocal style. His prolific output on his 'Dubtech' label, his role as the bass player for the Twinkle Brothers, and his numerous contributions to music underline his exceptional artistry.
In this release, his inimitable vocal style distills a timeless message—a universal strategy for progress. He reminds us that the most effective solutions are often rooted in the most fundamental acts of will. This is a reminder that progress begins with the individual's decision to 'Put Your Best Foot Forward.' Such an ethos acts as a blueprint for life, urging us to confront challenges with our best efforts and, in doing so, become architects of a better world.
'Best Foot Forward' has been anthemic on the reggae sound system scene for over a decade. It began as a dubplate for Salomon Heritage Sound System on the 'Joshua’s Anthem' riddim, commissioned by Roots Arna from Kibir La Amlak in 2011. As the years passed, it became evident that the dubplate was too impactful to remain just a dub. After several revisions and collaborative efforts between Kibir La Amlak and Salomon Heritage, it evolved beyond its original form into a modern roots reggae classic now ready for public release.
The reworked track now features contributions from Jah David and Tippy I of Zion I Kings, alongside other notable musicians such as Westfinga, Ashanti Selah, Okiel McIntyre, Zoe Brown, and Greg Jata. Produced, mixed, and arranged by Kibir La Amlak, mastered to tape and cut to vinyl by Lewis Hopkin, it is being released globally as a collaborative effort between Before Zero Records and Salomon Heritage Label.
The B-side offers a refreshed 'Joshua’s Anthem,' with Aba Ariginal and I-Jah Salomon's solos now complemented by Okiel and Zoe’s horn arrangements, maintaining the track’s anthemic quality.
Following the vocal track, a dynamic Kibir La Amlak dub mix emerges, infused with syncopated delays and reverberant spring crashes. A straightforward riddim cut follows the horn piece, giving listeners a deep dive into the musical composition and providing sound system selectors with the perfect canvas for vocalists and chanters.
LIONSCHOICE010 - Hold A Gathering Riddim – 12" Vinyl
€14 EUR
LIONSCHOICE009 - Prince Chamba meets Zulu Vibes – 12" Vinyl
€13 EUR
LIONSCHOICE008 - Prince Jamo - Rootsman Can't Dead – 12" Vinyl
€14 EUR
LIONSCHOICE006 - MDC / Digitron Sound ft. Kenny Knots - Rise Again – 12" Vinyl
€11 EUR
LIONSONGS005 - Mighty Massa & The Ska Revolutionaries - Breaking Down The Barrier – 12" Vinyl
€11 EUR
LIONSONGS004 - Jah Baker - Higher Regions / No Shame – 12" Vinyl
€10 EUR
LIONSONGS003 - Jah Baker - Movements Of A Swan / New World Skank – 12" Vinyl
€10 EUR
LIONSONGS002 - Jah Baker - Powerhouse / Acceptance – 12" Vinyl
€11 EUR
LIONSCHOICE701 - Ashanti Selah ft. Kenny Knots - Rise Again – 7" Vinyl
€7 EUR
LIONS4WD001 - Dub All Sense ft. Mr. Williamz, MrDill Lion Warriah & Longfingah - Rudebwoy Corporation EP – 12" Vinyl - 'xxx-copies'
€13 EUR
BR1218LD - Run Scared Riddim –
12" Vinyl
King Stanley, Earl Cunningham, Kologne
€13 EUR
BR1217LD - King Stanley meets Clive Hunt –
12" Vinyl
Love Joy, Jah Batta
€13 EUR
BR1216LD - Call Out Riddim –
12" Vinyl
Kng Stanley, Fikir Amlak, Autarchii
€13 EUR
BR1210LD - Modern Prophet –
12" Vinyl
Disciples, Buriman, Milton Henry
€13 EUR
BR1046 - Stand Firm / Call On Jah –
10" Vinyl
Brizion, Daddy Lion Chandell, Sista Kaya
€8 EUR
BR1045 - Energy –
10" Vinyl
ITP Music, ArkAingelle
€8 EUR
BRLP002LD - Life –
12" Vinyl
Judah Eskender Tafari
€16 EUR
BRLP001LD - Divine Right –
12" Vinyl
Judah Eskender Tafari
€16 EUR
ROR001 - Conscious Fiyah x Ical Ises x Macca Dread – Wise Up EP - 12" Vinyl
€21 EUR
SH704 - Peter Youthman - Chant Them Down - 7" Vinyl
€10 EUR
BCSM011 - Christine Salem & Dub Across Borders - Kadjembawe - 7" Vinyl
€13 EUR
TAL001 - Prince Far I – Love and Wisdom - 12" Vinyl
€15 EUR
IGBZR7003 - Akae Beka - Sow And The Reap - 7" Vinyl
€14 EUR
IGBZR7002 - Akae Beka ft. Tiken Jah Fakoly - Everything Bless - 7" Vinyl
€14 EUR
IGBZR7001 - Akae Beka ft. Chronixx - Black Carbon - 7" Vinyl
€14 EUR
BZR001 - Majical & Kibir La Amlak – Do You Know? - 7" Vinyl
€13 EUR
BZR005 - Akae Beka - Living Testament - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
IGBZRLP008 - Akae Beka - Let Live - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
IGBZRLP004 - Akae Beka - Beauty For Ashes - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
IGBZRLP003 - Akae Beka - Ride Tru - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
IGBZRLP002 - Akae Beka - Portals - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
IGBZRLP001 - Akae Beka - Topaz - 12” Vinyl LP
€24 EUR
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