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JEFF the Brotherhood meets Blanc du Blanc: Magick Songs In Dub

Those who exclusively Dub If you like this in combination with reggae riddims, you shouldn't read any further at this point, because "JEFF the Brotherhood meets Blanc du Blanc: Magick Songs In Dub“(Soul Selects Records) is completely different. It may even be in Dubblog nothing lost, because…

Nevertheless, it is an extremely captivating development in Dub-genre. I can't help it, the album "Magick Songs In Dub“It really hit me like a bolt from the blue two days ago. To put it simply: I've been longing for albums like this, and I can tell you why. "JEFF The Brotherhood Meets Blanc Du Blanc: Magick Songs In Dub“ directly addresses my musical background (psychedelic, krautrock, jazz, Dub and more).

Nashville brothers Jake and Jamin Orrall have continuously evolved since their formation in 2001, and after their brilliant, chaotic grunge sound and various rock 'n' roll subgenres, they have now arrived in the realm of jazz-influenced art rock. With their 2018 double album "Magick Songs," Jake and Jamin delved into psychedelic dimensions, blending intoxicating stoner grooves with atmospheric soundscapes. It was a natural step to contact the mystical sound artists Blanc du Blanc to collaborate on the intergalactic mini-album "Magick Songs." Dub“to create. Unfortunately, only four tracks have a Dub-transformation. However, these four pieces are enough for me to crave more. Blanc du Blanc have their enchanting Dub-Art wonderfully woven into the already compelling compositions.

The EP begins with percussive sounds and with "Wasted Land". Dub“The journey into other sonic dimensions begins. This is followed by “Celebration” Dub“And the alchemical gate is opened. Deep bass lines and tribal percussion lend the piece a hypnotically danceable element. With the 7-minute “Many Moods Dub“—a whole side on the original album—we approach the levels of the subconscious. The sound becomes hypnotic, with many ethereal noises, until the dissonant guitar chaos kicks in and sends shivers down my spine. Now the sound transports me directly to the time of the “Cosmic Couriers” and all the sonic experiments of Krautrock. A languidly flowing “Singing Garden” follows as a beautiful conclusion and gentle landing.” Dub"with sounds that are partly reminiscent of Asia and a pleasantly warm saxophone."

As already mentioned: “Magick Songs in Dub"It's currently on repeat, and I can really only recommend that everyone take the time to listen to it. It's incredibly good!"

Rating: 5 out of 5.

50 replies to “JEFF the Brotherhood meets Blanc du Blanc: Magick Songs In” Dub"

"Let's see what Lemmi has to say about it."

I must confess, that sentence makes me feel like our professor who gave his farewell speech here last week. He said he felt like James Bond's favorite drink, but not shaken. I kind of liked that, so I've added it to my collection of sayings.
Let me say right away, I really like that sort of thing too! Since it's not allowed,
I allow myself the liberty of finding On .U Sound boring in any form,
On .U Sound as something of a reference for these "Magic Songs In Dub“to bring it up again. As an On .U Sound connoisseur, I am familiar with this type of…” Dub I am very familiar with him. I find the way he DubBings here is really good too. But since we've already had the pleasure of collaborating with Scientist and Blanc du Blanc this year, a collaboration with Adrian Sherwood wouldn't have been out of the question at all. However, this has resulted in some exciting sound and instrumental variations.
"Chaotic grunge sound and various rock 'n' roll subgenres, in the realm of jazz-influenced art rock"... yuck! That sounds awful to me. I wouldn't even give it a second glance in a record store.
I would walk past it haughtily and even turn up my nose. But if you look at it with DUB With seasoning, it becomes a work of art that meets my standards. (I couldn't have been more arrogant).
Finally, you have to pickle and season "dead beets" very skillfully to turn them into tasty beetroot. If you know what I mean. Personally, I prefer the pre-packaged version in a jar, since I'm not good at pickling and seasoning them myself.
I can't put it any other way than to say that it's the spherical instrumental vibrations, undulating through space and time, that put me in my favorite state. A state beyond all doubt. DubHypnosis. And occasionally, I get rhythmically cheered up by accentuated drum patterns and start twitching uncontrollably. I really like uncontrolled twitches, as long as they eventually stop. If you know what I mean.
Yes… and as always, I've already found my preliminary highlight. I'm having a little trouble describing it, but I'll try anyway. "Many Moons" Dub“before the siren at approximately 3:40 min. the “Dub"ocalypse" begins with a guitar riff
(or call it what you like), where only a single chord (?) is plucked. This chord is sent through the enchanted forest and arrives in my head as "MonumentalBlockBuster." AMAZING!!! Then comes the guitar apocalypse, or rather, the "dissonant guitar chaos," including Krautrock "drumming." Normally, Lemmi would have long since left the building by this point, but thanks to synthesizers, reverb, and echo, it becomes an intergalactic, four-dimensional sound orgy that can't really be adequately described in words, which is why I'm once again trying to formulate it as theatrically as possible. And when the spectacular guitar storm finally subsides, all the Klingons have been driven away, and one can once again glide calmly and serenely through the "StringZone." Provided, of course, that one can somehow grasp string theory ;-) Otherwise, one could perhaps give it a little "fuel from a bag." That will certainly result in a journey at faster-than-light speed.
Perhaps one small drawback for our reviewer:
This mini-album won't make it into my "Top 5" for this year.
Others are already there, confirmed and ready…

So, I think it's time for a stirred Martini on Ice... lemmi

Sorry... but this one simply has to be said.
I allow myself this because we are here in DUBThis is my blog. My exile! Thank you for the asylum!
Out of curiosity, I listened to "heavy days" and "hypnotic nights" by Jeff The Brotherhood. More than just listening was all it took to make it perfectly clear to me once again why I DUB and listen to reggae.
"Magic Songs" sounds much better and not so much like a school band. Yes, they've really improved.

Dub It simply has to be!Dubbing Is A Must!!!” ………………………

Quote: “Magic Songs” sounds much better and not so much like a school band.

That's definitely true, Lemmi. The guys and their friends have gotten older and more mature. They've also broadened their musical horizons considerably and listened to a lot of music from the 70s, especially from psychedelic bands and psychonauts. This includes Krautrock and its many variations. If I could make a request to JEFF the Brotherhood and Blanc du Blanc: "Could you please Dub-Versions of the entire album for us Dub"Make heads?"

Of course, you're right about Adrian Sherwood. I deliberately didn't want to use him as a comparison again this time, but you simply can't avoid him. Anyone familiar with his work with various bands from other genres almost automatically thinks of this British sonic wizard.

Hehe! (Just kidding)

It's not a problem to be right if you simply stick to the facts.
"Anyone familiar with his work with various bands from other genres will almost automatically come across this British sound magician."
That's exactly how it is ;-)
Without Adrian Sherwood's mix, I probably wouldn't even listen to African Head Charge. And certainly not Audio Active. (Although... it grooves pretty well even without him. But for me, he's as essential as salt in soup.)

I love Spice Diana! ………………………. lemmi

Sorry, Mr. Anonymous, but I completely disagree. In my opinion, this music is for open-minded people who are open to new experiences. Thank you for featuring this album on Dubblog.

Exatly Thomas in your opinion. I agree. and maybe iam close-minded uman, who knows..
mi nah like the soundscape
mi nah like the construction and type of arrangement
I don't really like the whole concept.
and i tink dats okay cause mi nah a doomer mi a skanker ;)
easy gwaan!

Guys, that's absolutely fantastic. It really speaks to my old hippie heart. Dub Spencer and Trance Hill are even more on fire. A fantastic 20 minutes for music lovers. 10 out of 10.

"Guys, that's an absolute banger. It caters to my old hippie heart in every way imaginable."

Thank you so much, I felt the same way when I first heard this mini-album. It really couldn't be put better, more beautifully, or more aptly, drizzle. Anyone who was lucky enough to experience that era inevitably comes to the same conclusion.

Just because it's hippie and doom style doesn't mean it's for lovers and music connoisseurs!? I feel sorry for you!!!
Not a pleasant sound to my eyes/ears.
Extremely boring and gloomy. Depressing!

I've heard it three times, and three times = NO.
I haven't heard anything so incredibly boring and depressing in a long time, and the fact that people like it shows how beautifully diverse and messed up our world is, haha ​​;)!
1/10.

Diversity in music and especially in Dub I think that's great.
And the fact that there aren't only Germans in the world is especially important and good. So, if one doesn't just focus on the steppagebolze in... Dub If someone not only celebrates jazz but also has an open ear and, above all, an open heart for something special, then that's by no means an indication of how screwed up our world is. Even "shitty jazz music" isn't proof of that. I don't mean jazz in general, but specifically "shitty jazz." But everyone has their limits.
I certainly don't disagree that our world is screwed. But for me, this is due to, for example, AI-dubMusic and the senseless wars in the world are clear. But that's all trivial compared to what's happening right now, especially in Sudan. I've lived here on this (actually) very beautiful Earth for over 60 years now, and I still have to say that the financial tycoons and oil barons still couldn't care less when little children are nothing but skin and bones. I really don't know anything, but I do know that wars only have one purpose, and that is to increase the wealth of the rich. The rich who lost their fortunes as a result probably only thought they were rich.
As long as there is even a single "bone child" on this earth, my work, your work, and everyone else's work is completely pointless and meaningless. Utterly worthless and completely superfluous. That's definitely how our world is.
I'M COMPLETELY SCREWED UP!!!
The world's billionaires could regulate this, but they seem to be doing the exact opposite. They suck and suck, regardless of whether people – especially children – look like an empty Capri Sun pouch.
If I could, I would take "Trump's helicopter" and cover them in my shit.
(If my words were too clear and anyone feels offended or otherwise, they may consider themselves laughed at by me.)
If people pay attention to etiquette on the internet while simultaneously letting children starve, then in my opinion they have failed as human beings... ENOUGH!!!

I think I urgently need a HB now ………………….. lemmi

Word! Yes, my connection between this piece and the world being screwed up was wrong!

Nevertheless, I emphasize again that it's extremely boring for me and I don't hear any finesse at all!!!

Honestly, I like the way you express your point of view, or rather, how you "express" it. (I sometimes find correct German a bit too complicated, but compared to French it's downright easy).
And yes, you can probably find it boring, especially if you don't hear the finesse. This isn't meant to be bitchy, more like a bit of teasing. I don't hear any finesse either, but I feel it ;-) ... at least that's what I tell myself. But I'm not a music "analyst," just a connoisseur. And I don't necessarily need a good spliff to enjoy reggae and Dub It's better than it already is. But it's a fact for me, because it's part of my life experience, that a good spliff really gets those unused sensors in the brain firing for music reception. Consciousness is definitely expanded, as they say. Or maybe it's not so expanded at all, but rather freed from unnecessary baggage, so that it can better concentrate on what's essential. That's how it is for me. At least that's how it feels. And if the feeling is right, everything's okay.
People like "Ffritz" and "idiot" are so narrow-minded that there's no room for further discussion. And they're supposed to pull the cart out of the mud? That scares me. Whenever fascists rampage through the streets of our cities, no one bats an eye at the cityscape.
Just as an example.
(Today I adhered a little more to etiquette, so I didn't write out Ffritz's name completely).

"Oh JAH! Bring back another Bob Marley! Bring back another Prince Far I and bring back another Moses!"

“Come back Jesus” (Alpha Blondy! Big Tune!) ………….. lemmi

Well said. Sensi is a good "channeler" at sensing his own senses and the "spirit world." But also, a lot of holy herbs, which doesn't make me feel these tunes but rather make me more indifferent, to simply let them be and no longer judge them negatively, but simply turn them off.

Jah bless

Hi Mr. Anonymous, there's a crucial sentence at the beginning of my review. Apparently, you didn't necessarily have to read on. That basically says it all. If this style of music doesn't appeal to you, that's perfectly fine and understandable. At the same time, however, one should also acknowledge what this music can evoke in people with a broader understanding of music – namely, goosebumps and pure enthusiasm. I knew from the start that this album would be polarizing. That's exactly how it should be.

Drizzle beat me to it. After listening, I thought to myself: "That would have been the new one." Dub Spencer… I'd also like to hear their music,” but they're going in a different direction (looking forward to the concert in January). I like their songs too. Did I see that right… no vinyl?

@lemmi: Are you going to see Adrian Sherwood when he DJs in Berlin in January?

Thanks for the link. They're based in the US and currently only ship within the US. It's all so sad… If any of the LPs make it to Germany/Europe, please post here. I'd buy them immediately.

Oh, a question directly for me!
With so many comments here, it's not so easy to find.
Okay Andi, I'm glad you're even interested in whether I'm going. Well, there was a time, up until about 20 years ago, when I would have booked a ticket and hotel in advance. But, as you already wrote, "he's DJing there." No band! No Creation Rebel, no Little Axe, and DubSyndicate is out of the question now. I don't belong to the "Devid Getter generation" that idolizes a DJ. At least, I'm not up to the task of going to all that trouble. I feel too old for it now, to be honest. If he were to come to Göttingen, I'd be there, of course, but it wouldn't be worth it for him if it's just Lemmi standing in front of the stage. Well, maybe a few friends, but otherwise...
So, have fun and enjoy the exciting music to everyone who goes there.

So long…………… lemmi

I totally understand. I haven't gotten a ticket yet either, but I'll put it in my calendar and decide at the last minute. I can imagine it might get pretty boring for me, just with the DJ/Adrian on stage. That's why I asked (wink wink), then we could have had a great evening, gotten to know each other, and you could have told me more about me. DubI can provide some input (based on your posts here, I'd say we're on the same wavelength...). I don't have anyone else here who would go with me. I've also never been to the Metropol (venue), and the place looks good (theater with balconies...). I'm currently torn between taking advantage of whatever else is available/to see. Dub We won't be seeing Syndicate or AHC again (as they once were). However, thanks for your feedback.

Who the hell is Dubinator? You can't compare Adrian Sherwood with Dubinator's ridiculous attempts at dub. You're comparing apples and oranges.

“There is only one, maybe two true guardians of dub. "

Sorry, but the list of the world wide Dub Guardians is much longer ;-)

Mad Professor!
Nick Manasseh!
Prince Fatty!
Harris Pilton!
Victor Rice!
Scientist!
King Jammy!
Fun!
Al Breadwinner!
Zion Train! ………. ;-)
DubVisionary!
Umberto Echo!
and many more…

Sorry for everyone who I forgot at this moment …………….. lemmi

@ Anonymous: …“holy herbs, these tunes don’t make me feel them, but make me more indifferent, just let them be and no longer judge them negatively, but simply turn them off.”

Wow, what a truly generous gesture! We used to dismiss such an attitude as "acceptance" and "tolerance".

That's truly absurd and has absolutely nothing to do with being "mischievous." I already expressed my acceptance of your viewpoint much earlier. Forgotten already? What's the gist of your statement? Unfortunately, I'm increasingly noticing that many people in our country have completely lost sight of fundamental values ​​like acceptance and tolerance. That's all I wanted to make clear to you.

"Wow, a truly generous gesture!" Isn't that mischievous? Easy, I can accept things, but I wonder why you're quoting me here? Out of love? Out of tolerance?
…I responded to Lemmi's relationship with ganja and shared my experience…

Hopefully, you can be tolerant not only after consuming cannabis. You should generally adopt this attitude.
In written communication—and not only there—misunderstandings between sender and receiver are practically inevitable. Incidentally, I find the term "mischievous" inappropriate. Perhaps more accurately, sarcastic, because one should generally be tolerant of the unknown and of other people's musical tastes! That's not how you came across at all.
It makes no sense for me to continue here any longer!

Yeah man

"Time of Awakening!" Already 32 comments in one thread! I'm thrilled. Finally, an album that... DubLures Heads out of their shells.
Unfortunately, it seems that some petty squabbles are unavoidable. For me, this is yet another confirmation of the importance of expressing oneself as diplomatically as possible, so that no one feels personally offended.
The actual topic almost always gets lost in the shuffle ;-)
I do argue quite often, but not with you here. My anger is directed at the "ticks" – of any kind – on our planet.
My new nickname for the internet, and especially for (a)social media, is "dividing wedge." Ever since all this crap like Facebook, TikTok, and all that other garbage came along, it's become easier and easier to divide society. We should be dealing with the DubI didn't intend to take the blog in that direction. However, I didn't want to make a drama out of a minor disagreement.

“That’s why I don’t sniff the coke, I only smoke Sinsemilla” ……… lemmi

"Unfortunately, it seems that it won't be entirely without 'petty incidents'."

But dear Lemmi, isn't that precisely what makes us human—that we can, let's say, "argue" and still love each other afterward? It's simply human nature. A discussion is by no means the end of the world. On the contrary, it simply helps to clarify certain things or misunderstandings. If we are no longer allowed to communicate openly and critically with each other, we have a real problem.

"Mischief-like" describes a person who enjoys pranks in a humorous, often mischievous way, while "sarcastic" denotes a biting, mocking kind of ridicule with a hurtful or critical undertone. While a mischief-like act is usually playful and harmless, sarcasm can have a malicious or cynical intent and is often associated with criticism or contempt.

You need to know…

For me, by the way, there's no drama at all; it's just a normal exchange between people who don't know each other and have different opinions/views on various topics.

@over The beginning of any communication is to respond to the other person and not poke them again. Yes, I'm a stupid stoner and only tolerant after consuming cannabis (so much for misunderstandings being inevitable ;))
Just leave it.
Oh dear, oh dear…

@Anonymous: Excuse me, but you've completely misunderstood something. You're the one perpetuating the stereotype of the dumb stoner. I never phrased it that way. In my world, there are no "dumb stoners," but rather people from various professions like bakers, carpenters, teachers, judges, doctors, scientists—and of course, musicians—who consume cannabis in a wide variety of ways. In short: mothers, fathers, young and old people who, despite using it, manage their daily lives in this increasingly cold world.
What I was actually getting at, and what I thought I gathered from your words, was the phenomenon of couch-lock. The fact is, you become very relaxed when you consume THC, and many things seem less important to you. I know several people who are significantly more tolerant under the influence of THC than usual. That's all I wanted to say.
For me, acceptance and tolerance are fundamental values ​​that I've stood up for my entire life. Unfortunately, I see how these core values ​​are slowly but surely being lost and trampled upon. Sorry if that came across as grumpy!
A few more words about the supposedly stupid effects of smoking weed: Anyone spreading such nonsense hasn't given the topic a single sensible thought. Let me take Jamaica as an example: Bob Marley and his friends are said to have smoked up to 600 grams a week. Not a single stupid thought can be found in any of his lyrics, not even when he was giving an interview completely stoned. Neither a Jamaican musician nor the majority of the Jamaican population has been dumbed down by consuming ganja. So, the stereotype doesn't hold water, because since the early 70s I've known that cannabis definitely promotes creativity. We can hear this every day in our favorite music. Which is to say, not every musician or reggae enthusiast uses cannabis. Which brings us to the next stereotype.
Sorry again!

Thank you very much Ras VorbeiI've rarely read such a compelling argument. I'm going to present it to my parents. I still have hope of changing their negative view of cannabis. Even though I've been an adult for a long time, they can't understand my preferences. Gateway drug and all that nonsense.

Hello!
I'll have to chime in here.
I think we've all had to go through something like that. One of my buddies probably had the coolest parents in that regard.
They actually went to drug counseling themselves, and when they came back from the counselor, they both had a spliff in the corner of their mouths ;-) NO! That's not how it happened, but they never said anything against cannabis again, and the boy has been able to fully indulge his preferences to this day.
The drug counselor your parents now have to see should be incorruptible. Otherwise, he'll probably recommend alcohol ;-)

Just by the way………………. lemmi

The whole "gateway drug" thing bores me because, let's be honest, nobody actually started using hemp (that's what this ancient cultivated plant has been called in German-speaking regions for centuries). Rather, it's the extremely readily available neurotoxins like nicotine and alcohol that we experiment with first. Even hops are related to cannabis – Mr. Söder and his cronies! The old word "Knaster" in southern German-speaking regions is also a reference to hemp. It's called "Knaster" because the seeds crackle when burned. Oh yes, that reminds me of Wilhelm Busch, whose story "Krischan with the Pipe" is a very clear reference to hemp. Just look at the pictures. And to ward off evil spirits, Mom brings the boy black coffee, and Dad doesn't make a big deal out of it. Back then, this versatile herb was less taboo than it is today.

https://www.projekt-gutenberg.org/wbusch/krischan/krischan.html

Hey dude, I think some people here have a bit of a narcissistic personality disorder and their pants aren't quite right anymore. It's also known as an inferiority complex or "attention deficit disorder."

:-) Oh Lemmi, I wonder how many laughs your comments have already made me laugh… I thank you from the bottom of my heart!

"Look at the internet!"

Conchita Wurst! Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest a few years ago.
For some, it's a traumatic experience. For others, simply a challenge to remain open-minded. But that's precisely what tolerance is: being able to endure it. I even saw it live on television. After all, I'm so open-minded that I try to keep up with the international pop music scene as best I can.

Irony, sarcasm, and arrogance off (!) ……………… lemmi

Unfortunately, this has nothing to do with the album. Nevertheless, it is very important: “Goodbye Yesterday.” Mr. “The Harder They Come” had “So Many Rivers To Cross” until he crossed the last river towards Mount Zion. He left this “Wonderful World” with his “Wonderful People” singing: “I Can See Clearly Now” “You Can Get It If You Really Want”.
RIP Jimmy Cliff

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