Bunnington Judah has long been a steady flame bearer in UK roots reggae and sound system culture. As a singer, chanter and percussionist, his work has flowed through decades of grassroots reggae production, carrying the spiritual message of Rastafari across Europe and beyond.
Known for his collaborations with sound men, producers and live musicians alike, Judah’s voice embodies that unmistakable UK roots tradition — raw, militant, but always uplifting. He is part of a lineage that keeps the message music alive, deeply connected to the culture of community gatherings, vinyl and dubplate sessions that shaped the British reggae underground.
His latest 7″ release, “Jah Prophecy” backed with “Prophetic Dub”, feels like both a continuation of this tradition and a testament to his enduring presence. The vocal cut is carried by a hypnotic steppers rhythm: rolling bass line, tight drumming and an arrangement that leaves plenty of space for the power of Judah’s vocal to shine.
Lyrically, “Jah Prophecy” has the eternal themes of righteousness, spiritual awakening, and the inevitability of truth rising — classic reggae subject matter delivered with conviction. Judah’s tone has a lived-in authority, the kind of vocal presence that makes you feel the weight of every word, whether dropped in a dance or listened to at home.
On the flip, “Prophetic Dub” takes the rhythm into a heavier, more meditative dimension. Stripped and reshaped with echoes and delays, the dub reveals the strength of the riddim while pulling the listener deeper into its pulse. The low-end rolls thunderous and insistent, while snare hits and guitar chops drop in and out like fragments of memory.
It’s a dub that works on two levels: as a weapon for sound systems — designed to shake speaker boxes and move crowds — and as a contemplative listening piece, where the absence of words makes the prophecy feel even more mysterious and powerful.
As a 7″, this release captures what UK reggae does best: conscious message, heavyweight rhythm and a dub that invites both dance and reflection. Bunnington Judah remains firmly in step with the roots traditions he’s helped to cultivate, and Jah Prophecy stands as another strong chapter in his ongoing contribution to the culture. For sound system followers and roots collectors alike, it’s a record that feels authentic, timeless, and destined to echo through sessions for years to come.
More info:
Jah Prophecy on Bandcamp
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