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Double LP version. This essential album is a standout in the world of dub, reggae, and sound system culture. Featuring a remarkable collection of ten powerful vocal tracks and ten profound dub mixes that highlight Alpha Steppa's unique and innovative production style. Bringing together a global lineup of some of the most exciting voices in contemporary reggae, from Jamaica, the UK, Zimbabwe, the Seychelles, Brazil, the USA, Senegal, Italy, and Spain. Collision of an Ancient Mind and a Modern World intertwines the rich heritage of dub reggae with a vibrant, futuristic musical landscape. Featuring Joe Yorke, Tanganyika, Kevin Gad, Leno Banton, Sheila Langa, Lasai, Pasnbesa, Fikir Amlak, I-Sarana, and Awa Fall.
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RELEASE DATE: 11/29/2024
This essential album is a standout in the world of dub, reggae, and sound system culture. Featuring a remarkable collection of ten powerful vocal tracks and ten profound dub mixes that highlight Alpha Steppa's unique and innovative production style. Bringing together a global lineup of some of the most exciting voices in contemporary reggae, from Jamaica, the UK, Zimbabwe, the Seychelles, Brazil, the USA, Senegal, Italy, and Spain. Collision of an Ancient Mind and a Modern World intertwines the rich heritage of dub reggae with a vibrant, futuristic musical landscape. Featuring Joe Yorke, Tanganyika, Kevin Gad, Leno Banton, Sheila Langa, Lasai, Pasnbesa, Fikir Amlak, I-Sarana, and Awa Fall.
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Hailing from North-west UK, singer and producer Joe Yorke is classed as one of the most promising UK reggae artists of his generation. His exceptional and unique falsetto voice paired with his profound and poetic lyrics have caught the attention of some of the best producers and labels and an ever-growing fanbase. Joe has entered the stage with support from reggae/dub legends such as David Rodigan, Don Letts, Dennis Bovell, Nick Manasseh, and Stand High Patrol. His latest single comes via Steppas Records in collaboration with upcoming UK dub producer Yaksha, "Rocking Ship" is a poignant and compassionate commentary on the plight of refugees. Mixed by Alpha Steppa, featuring a heavyweight, stripped-back dub mix for company. A crucial 7" for collectors, home listening and sound systems alike.
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Reissue, originally released in 1992. Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves, A&O Records), the groundbreaking pioneers of UK dub, emerged in the 1980s and have amassed an impressive catalog of over 40 studio albums. Their influential presence signifies the very essence of soundsystem culture and the global migration of bass music from its Jamaican roots to the UK and beyond. After more than three decades, Steppas Records has finally unveiled the highly anticipated A&O classic LP reissue series. The latest addition to this remarkable collection is none other than Almighty Jah, a cherished and elusive gem originally released in 1992 and currently commanding exorbitant prices, if obtainable at all. Meticulously re-mastered with utmost care, this exceptional album, featuring the incomparable Dub Judah, is presented in its original sleeve adorned with the iconic A&O artwork. Almighty Jah holds a revered status as one of the definitive UK dub albums and stands as a true testament to musical history.
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Double LP version. Alpha Steppa and Awa Fall's debut full length collaborative album, What a Joy. This outstanding 12 vocal and 12 dub double album couples Alpha Steppa's signature future-dub sound with the powerful, versatile and soulful voice of Awa Fall. Both artists are known to promote a conscious message, this album confronts socio-political and environmental issues; from the climate crisis, the refugee crisis, to race, gender and inequality. The album also speaks of love, with an ambiguity open to romance, self-love and divine love. This is truly an album for lovers of dub, reggae, soundsystem culture and music for the soul, what a joy. Awa Fall is a rising reggae star, born to a Senegalese father and Italian mother, she started writing, recording and performing at the age of 14. Today, she has toured the world, featured on national television, performed for the UN, FOA Women's Committee and at major reggae festivals. Awa has shared the stage with major reggae artists such as Alborosie, Africa Unite, and has worked with some of the most respected producers and singers in dub, reggae and beyond including; Alpha Steppa, Mad Professor, General Levy, M1 (Dead Prez), Gaudi, Murray Man, Kumar, Charlart58, and Vibronics. Alpha Steppa (Steppas Records/Dub Dynasty) has been surrounded by soundsystem culture from a young age. As the son and nephew of respected UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves) his dubbed out style draws upon the sounds of his musical heritage, filtered through an exploration of reggae, dub, hip hop, lo-fi, sound design, traditional and electronic music. Alpha Steppa has toured the world, produced numerous critically acclaimed albums and most notably developed a dynamic community around his unique sound and conscious message.
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Alpha Steppa and Awa Fall's debut full length collaborative album, What a Joy. This outstanding 12 vocal and 12 dub double album couples Alpha Steppa's signature future-dub sound with the powerful, versatile and soulful voice of Awa Fall. Both artists are known to promote a conscious message, this album confronts socio-political and environmental issues; from the climate crisis, the refugee crisis, to race, gender and inequality. The album also speaks of love, with an ambiguity open to romance, self-love and divine love. This is truly an album for lovers of dub, reggae, soundsystem culture and music for the soul, what a joy. Awa Fall is a rising reggae star, born to a Senegalese father and Italian mother, she started writing, recording and performing at the age of 14. Today, she has toured the world, featured on national television, performed for the UN, FOA Women's Committee and at major reggae festivals. Awa has shared the stage with major reggae artists such as Alborosie, Africa Unite, and has worked with some of the most respected producers and singers in dub, reggae and beyond including; Alpha Steppa, Mad Professor, General Levy, M1 (Dead Prez), Gaudi, Murray Man, Kumar, Charlart58, and Vibronics. Alpha Steppa (Steppas Records/Dub Dynasty) has been surrounded by soundsystem culture from a young age. As the son and nephew of respected UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves) his dubbed out style draws upon the sounds of his musical heritage, filtered through an exploration of reggae, dub, hip hop, lo-fi, sound design, traditional and electronic music. Alpha Steppa has toured the world, produced numerous critically acclaimed albums and most notably developed a dynamic community around his unique sound and conscious message.
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2023 repress. Double LP version. The anticipated fourth album from Dub Dynasty -- UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves) meet son and nephew Alpha Steppa (Steppas Records). With three critically-acclaimed albums and an extensive worldwide touring schedule, Dub Dynasty are quickly becoming a household name within the international soundsystem community and beyond. Traveling the world with their heavyweight and uplifting sounds underpinned by a conscious message of peace, love, and unity. Features Wellette Seyon, Joseph Lalibela, Fikir Amlak, Echo Ranks, Cologne, Yehoud-I, Nish Wadada, Ras Hassen Ti, Cian Finn & Ras Tinny, Earlyman, Nai-Jah, Joe Pilgrim, and Setondji.
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2023 repress. UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega represent the foundation of soundsystem culture and bass music migration from Jamaica, via the UK, to the world. Formed in the 1980s and with over 30 studio albums to their name. Finally, for the first time in three decades Steppas Records has launched the A&O full LP reissue series. The latest in the series is Overstanding a timeless and much sought-after album originally released in 1992 currently only available at sky high prices, if at all. Lovingly re-mastered and presented in the original sleeve featuring the iconic A&O artwork. Overstanding is another genre-defining album and a true piece of musical history. Features Nishka and The Exile.
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Steppas Records present Center of Gravity, the new album from Korean-German producer JahYu. This heavyweight instrumental dub album breaks all convention taking the listener deeper into the world of mystical and ethereal soundsystem music. Exploring and fusing the realms of dub, world, and electronic music. The enigmatic producer blends contemporary bass music with the sounds of his ancestral homeland, playing and recording traditional Korean instruments; kayagum, geomungo, haegum, daegum, hun, yanggum, and janggu via his own hand. Center of Gravity is another truly eclectic, profound and exciting album from Steppas Records not to be missed. "A perfect fusion of meditative Eastern instrumentation with 21st century sound-system vibration" --Mixmag. In partnership with onetreeplanted.org, there will be a tree planted for every record sold.
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Ashanti Selah -- musician and dub producer hailing from the UK -- is the eldest son of the world-renowned soundman, Aba Shanti-I. Ashanti's musical journey began at a tender young age, during his formative years of soundsystem exposure through his father's musical infrastructure he learned the art of the dub. His education continued as he attended his father's long-standing annual sessions at the Notting Hill Carnival and traveled the globe as a crew member and diligent student. Via his Steppas Records imprint, Alpha Steppa, son and nephew of pioneering dub-duo Alpha & Omega presents a unique collaboration between two second generation dub/reggae producers. Ashanti Selah Meets Alpha Steppa is a testament to their teachers and the product of a life spent in dub. Steppas Records delivers four unique cuts of the long-time Aba Shanti-I exclusive "Violin Step", featuring the uplifting and transcendental strings of Ras Divarius. New generation soundsystem music with a deep roots foundation.
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From the acclaimed Alpha Steppa album Raise The Ark (ASCD 013-14CD/ASLP 013-14LP) -- due to popular demand Steppas Records unleash the until now much sought-after dubplate "Dear Friend" featuring one of the most innovative and loved modern reggae, hip-hop, and bass music artists: Pupa Jim of Stand High Patrol. Alpha Steppa's unique heavyweight yet soulful sound coupled with Pupa Jim's profound, direct and infectious vocal make this long-awaited collaboration well worth the wait. With its clear and crucial message on the climate crisis, "Dear Friend" is quickly becoming an anthem for an international, inter-generational fight for a sustainable future. The single edition includes exclusive vocal and dub mixes, plus two powerful and uplifting instrumentals featuring the great King David Horns and Ras Divarius.
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UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega represent a major part of the foundation of soundsystem culture and bass music migration from Jamaica, via the UK, to the world. Formed in the 1980s and with over 30 studio albums to their name, A&O deliver their latest production. Shadrach, Meshach And Abednego is a remarkable return to the mystical UK dub sound introduced by A&O in the 1980s. A powerful album in both word and sound featuring some of the greatest conscious reggae vocalists of our time; Danny Red, Joseph Lalibela, Wellette Seyon, Ras Tinny, and Nai-Jah.
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Raise The Ark, the new album from Alpha Steppa, marks ten years of Steppas Records.Z This vocal-dub album defies convention and introduces the listener to a new world of soundsystem music. Raise The Ark evolves and expands the distinct avant-guard dub style of Alpha Steppa, exploring the realms of hip hop, trap, trad, folk, and bass music. True to the Steppas Records ethos, the music carries a deep and crucial message, covering current and timeless topics; from the climate crisis, sociopolitical issues, to roots, culture and spirituality. Working closely with known artists from the Steppas imprint and as we have come to expect, introducing us to new and emerging talent from across the globe. Raise The Ark features include; Pupa Jim of Stand High Patrol (France), Sista Awa (Italy/Senegal), Cian Finn (Ireland), Ras Tinny (Suriname), Nai-Jah (Nigeria), Tenor Youthman (Russia), Eva Keyes (Ireland), and Block Mameli (Italy/Ghana). The collection features evocative and provocative vocal tracks and thundering instrumental/dub mixes. Raise The Ark is a truly eclectic, profound and exciting album not to be missed. In partnership with onetreeplanted.org we will plant a tree in Ethiopia for every record sold. "One of the most prolific and inventive dub producers around" --Wire. "A serious player in the soundsystem world" --Mixmag.
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Double LP version. Raise The Ark, the new album from Alpha Steppa, marks ten years of Steppas Records. This vocal-dub album defies convention and introduces the listener to a new world of soundsystem music. Raise The Ark evolves and expands the distinct avant-guard dub style of Alpha Steppa, exploring the realms of hip hop, trap, trad, folk, and bass music. True to the Steppas Records ethos, the music carries a deep and crucial message, covering current and timeless topics; from the climate crisis, sociopolitical issues, to roots, culture and spirituality. Working closely with known artists from the Steppas imprint and as we have come to expect, introducing us to new and emerging talent from across the globe. Raise The Ark features include; Pupa Jim of Stand High Patrol (France), Sista Awa (Italy/Senegal), Cian Finn (Ireland), Ras Tinny (Suriname), Nai-Jah (Nigeria), Tenor Youthman (Russia), Eva Keyes (Ireland), and Block Mameli (Italy/Ghana). The collection features evocative and provocative vocal tracks and thundering instrumental/dub mixes. Raise The Ark is a truly eclectic, profound and exciting album not to be missed. In partnership with onetreeplanted.org we will plant a tree in Ethiopia for every record sold. "One of the most prolific and inventive dub producers around" --Wire. "A serious player in the soundsystem world" --Mixmag.
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The anticipated fourth album from Dub Dynasty -- UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves) meet son and nephew Alpha Steppa (Steppas Records). With three critically-acclaimed albums and an extensive worldwide touring schedule, Dub Dynasty are quickly becoming a household name within the international soundsystem community and beyond. Traveling the world with their heavyweight and uplifting sounds underpinned by a conscious message of peace, love, and unity. Features Wellette Seyon, Joseph Lalibela, Fikir Amlak, Echo Ranks, Cologne, Yehoud-I, Nish Wadada, Ras Hassen Ti, Cian Finn & Ras Tinny, Earlyman, Nai-Jah, Joe Pilgrim, and Setondji.
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Steppas Records is back with another heavyweight single in collaboration with Dubzoic, Alpha & Omega, and Fikir Amlak. The earth-rocker sounds of Italian producer, Dubzoic, alongside A&O's mystical foundation style, blend with Caribbean/American singer Fikir Amlak's ethereal and enchanting lyrical and vocal talents to deliver a stand-out Soundsystem single. This release features Dubzoic and Fikir's original vocal edit, with a mystical flute cut plus two incredible mixes from UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega (Greensleeves, Steppas Records). Until now played as an exclusive dubplate, Steppas Records is excited to unleash this tune to the world, beautifully mastered and pressed to limited edition vinyl.
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Steppas Records present a reissue of Alpha & Omega's King & Queen, originally issued in 1989. Formed in the 1980s and with over 30 studio albums to their name, UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega represent the foundation of soundsystem culture and bass music migration from Jamaica, via the UK, to the world. Steppas Records presents the first in the A&O LP reissue series; King & Queen. A timeless and much sought-after album originally released in 1989, it is currently only available at sky-high prices. Lovingly re-mastered and presented in the original sleeve featuring the iconic A&O artwork, King & Queen is a genre-defining album and a true piece of musical history.
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Steppas Records presents one of the most anticipated albums of the year, Alpha Steppa & Nai-Jah's The Great Elephant. The Great Elephant is the product of a yearlong collaboration between renowned UK rub reggae producer Alpha Steppa and French-Nigerian singer/songwriter Nai-Jah. The Great Elephant tells the story of Nai-Jah's reality growing up in Nigeria, painting a picture of corruption, greed, and suffering, a narrative to which each and every person across the globe can relate. Nai-Jah points to strength through unity and provides great inspiration and hope through his thoughtful lyrics and sincere delivery. Steppas Records presents all ten original vocal tracks plus the full dub album in one release. This is a truly unique and powerful protest album sure to provoke, inspire and uplift.
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Double LP version. Steppas Records presents one of the most anticipated albums of the year, Alpha Steppa & Nai-Jah's The Great Elephant. The Great Elephant is the product of a yearlong collaboration between renowned UK rub reggae producer Alpha Steppa and French-Nigerian singer/songwriter Nai-Jah. The Great Elephant tells the story of Nai-Jah's reality growing up in Nigeria, painting a picture of corruption, greed, and suffering, a narrative to which each and every person across the globe can relate. Nai-Jah points to strength through unity and provides great inspiration and hope through his thoughtful lyrics and sincere delivery. Steppas Records presents all ten original vocal tracks plus the full dub album in one release. This is a truly unique and powerful protest album sure to provoke, inspire and uplift.
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2022 repress; LP version. Thundering Mantis is the much-anticipated second album from Dub Dynasty, aka Alpha & Omega meets Alpha Steppa. Dub Dynasty's 2013 debut Unrelenting Force (ASCD 001CD, 2013) received widespread critical acclaim with support from media platforms such as Q Magazine, Mixmag, Wire, BBC, and Rinse FM, to name a few. Dub Dynasty once again deliver an international line-up featuring vocalists and instrumentalists from around the globe; UK, USA, Zimbabwe, Jamaica, Italy, Ireland, Spain, and Suriname. With diverse contributions ranging from the soulful vocals of Wellette Seyon, Cian Finn, and Prince David, to the militant chants of N'goni and Ras Tinny, traversing the enchanting flute melodies of Don Fe to the spoken-word teachings of internationally-recognized spiritual guru Mooji. This album is a musical journey to be experienced both at home and at soundsystem sessions across the globe. Beautifully mastered and pressed for maximum bass pressure. Features artwork contributions from South Africa's dance movement, the University Of Steppas.
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Steppas Records presents Osaka Steppas Vol.3, the third in a series of releases showcasing the Japanese underground dub movement. This edition features Osaka producers Hiroshi and Roots Masashi in collaboration with Spanish producer Ojah and UK singer Rudey Lee. Osaka Steppas' raw and unrelenting sound is developed in the subterranean clubs of Osaka, a port city famous for its counterculture night life. Inspired not only by the sounds of Jamaica, but also drawing inspiration from UK and European soundsystem culture. Presented in a beautiful full-color sleeve inspired by the works of Hokusai.
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JahYu: the Korean word for "freedom", this is an artist whose music is rooted in the notion of freedom, freedom of sound, freedom of expression, freedom from mind, and freedom of the soul. JahYu uses his creative freedom to connect directly with his ancestors and create music that somehow transports the listener through time and space. Oriental flute and string melodies slide effortlessly amongst powerful roots-based dubstep, creating a sound that is unique and full of flavor. This enigmatic Korean-German producer blends both sides of his heritage, the digital steppers that emerged from Europe in the 1990s alongside the traditional oriental music of his mother's homeland, Korea, augmented by a deeper exploration of contemporary bass music. It is said that JahYu's family descend from the same lineage of Go Jumong, the founder of the great Goguryeo Kingdom of the Far East, a people renown for their ancestral worship and unique musical expression. Goguryeo music was even adopted as official court music for the powerful Sui and Tang dynasties of China, many times throughout history these Chinese dynasties were at war with Goguryeo, however, the music of the enemy, Goguryeo, was still able to flourish in China and has been consistently performed across Asia for hundreds of years. Perhaps this explains the majestic qualities of JahYu's music. JahYu's productions provide you with the opportunity to discover ancestral roots through music. Roots music is not a sound, it is a feeling and a feeling that JahYu is able to evoke with profound intensity. "A perfect fusion of meditative Eastern instrumentation with 21st century sound-system vibration." --MixMag
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Steppas Records presents Osaka Steppas Vol. 2, the second in a series of releases showcasing the Japanese underground dub movement. This edition features Osaka producers Dub Kazman and Roots Masashi. The Osaka Steppas' raw and unrelenting sound developed in the subterranean clubs of Osaka, a port city famous for its counterculture night life. Inspired not only by the sounds of Jamaica, but also drawing inspiration from UK and European soundsystem culture with enough bassweight to test even the toughest of soundsystems.
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Steppas Records present Alpha Steppa's 3rd Kingdom (ASCD 006CD/LP) in dub, titled Dub Kingdom! Currently championed by a range of soundsystems and DJs from across the bass music spectrum, from Roots veterans Channel One Soundsystem and the legendary Jah Shaka Soundsystem, to UK steppers pioneers Iration Steppas and dubstep household names such as V.I.V.E.K, Caspa, and Rusko.
"As the son and nephew of pioneering UK nu roots dub duo Alpha & Omega -- bassist Christine Woodbridge and keyboard player John Sprosen -- Ben Alpha Steppa grew up surrounded by sound system and dubplate culture, starting in his mother's womb at Channel One and Jah Shaka shows. In his music the competing influences of nature and nurture cannot be separated. He has grown to become one of the most prolific and inventive dub producers around, absorbing worldwide inputs into his productions without dilution of their constituent parts, most notably with his recent Trigram series. On this set collaborating artists are from Russia, Senegal, Nigeria, Jamaica, Suriname and Brazil, but the true test of all reggae/dub productions is when they stand alone in the mix, here with the horn driven march of 'Concrete Meditation'. Alpha Steppa places himself in the same league as Aswad's 'Warrior Charge' and comes out proud." --Steve Barker, Wire Magazine
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LP version. To mark seven years of Steppas Records, the label presents 3rd Kingdom, the eagerly anticipated second album from Alpha Steppa. The son and nephew of UK dub pioneers Alpha & Omega, Alpha Steppa has been surrounded by soundsystem and dubplate culture from a young age. Now a talented producer in his own right, his productions connect the dots between the music which he has grown up around and the new generation of UK bass music of which he is a part. His dubbed-out style draws upon the sounds of his musical heritage, filtered through an exploration of the newer sounds of contemporary bass music. Currently championed by a range of soundsystems and DJs from across the bass music spectrum -- from Roots veterans Channel One Soundsystem and the legendary Jah Shaka Soundsystem, to UK Steppers pioneers Iration Steppas and dubstep household names such as V.I.V.E.K and Caspa & Rusko. Features: Tenor Youthman, Sistah Awa, Nai-Jah, Double Tiger, Cologne, High Public Sound, Jonah Dan, Ras Tinny, Don Fe, and Ras Divarius.
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