Dub

Dub is a subgenre of reggae that emerged in the late 1960s. It is characterized by the heavy manipulation of recorded music through the removal of vocals and instruments from existing tracks, emphasizing the rhythm section (drums and bass), and the application of effects such as echo, reverb, and delay.

Dub originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s, pioneered by sound engineers like Osbourne 'King Tubby' Ruddock and Lee 'Scratch' Perry. They experimented with removing vocals from reggae tracks to create instrumental versions for sound systems. These versions were further manipulated with effects, creating a new sonic landscape. Dub became popular in Jamaica and later influenced various genres, including electronic music.