East of the River Nile
Augustus Pablo · 1977
60 min · 18 tracks · reggae · dub music
A vibrant fusion of deep reggae rhythms and ethereal dub soundscapes, capturing the spirit of Rastafarian culture.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic flow with variations long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1977, 'East of the River Nile' was Augustus Pablo's follow-up to his influential debut, 'Ital Dub'. At this point in his career, Pablo had already established himself as a prominent figure in the reggae and dub scenes, known for his unique melodica playing and innovative production techniques. This album solidified his reputation as a pioneer of instrumental reggae.
- If you like
- reggae, dub music
East of the River Nile is an album by Augustus Pablo, released in 1977. A vibrant fusion of deep reggae rhythms and ethereal dub soundscapes, capturing the spirit of Rastafarian culture. 'East of the River Nile' is significant for its role in shaping the dub genre, receiving critical acclaim for its production quality. The album has been influential among artists in the reggae and dub movements, showcasing Pablo's unique style that blends traditional reggae with experimental sounds. It remains a classic within the genre, often cited in discussions about essential dub recordings. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does East of the River Nile sound like?
A vibrant fusion of deep reggae rhythms and ethereal dub soundscapes, capturing the spirit of Rastafarian culture. Rooted in reggae and dub music.
What makes East of the River Nile by Augustus Pablo notable?
'East of the River Nile' is significant for its role in shaping the dub genre, receiving critical acclaim for its production quality. The album has been influential among artists in the reggae and dub movements, showcasing Pablo's unique style that blends traditional reggae with experimental sounds. It remains a classic within the genre, often cited in discussions about essential dub recordings. Released in 1977, 'East of the River Nile' was Augustus Pablo's follow-up to his influential debut, 'Ital Dub'. At this point in his career, Pablo had already established himself as a prominent figure in the reggae and dub scenes, known for his unique melodica playing and innovative production techniques. This album solidified his reputation as a pioneer of instrumental reggae.
Who is East of the River Nile for?
East of the River Nile works well if you're into dynamic flow with variations, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on East of the River Nile?
East of the River Nile has 18 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chant to King Selassie I Standout 3:45
- 2 Natural Way 3:37
- 3 Nature Dub Standout 3:50
- 4 Upfull Living 4:56
- 5 Unfinished Melody 2:36
- 6 Jah Light 2:19
- 7 Memories of the Ghetto Standout 3:22
- 8 Africa (1983) 3:05
- 9 East of the River Nile 2:55
- 10 Sounds From Levi 4:02
- 11 Chapter 2 4:19
- 12 Addis-A-Baba 3:47
- 13 East Africa 2:50
- 14 East of the River Nile (original) 3:00
- 15 Memories of the Ghetto Dub 3:37
- 16 Jah Light Version 2:34
- 17 Islington Rock 3:37
- 18 Meditation Dub 2:12
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