One of the biggest mistake most djs or sound system operators make is not recording their dubplates on long lasting riddims.

Physically, a dubplate is a 10' or 12' slab of metal covered with an acetate laquer that is spun on a lathe and has music 'cut' into it. Dubplate can refer either to an exclusive tune that only people with clout have access to or the acetate disk that those exclusive tunes are cut onto for play. Time has worn his body down, yet his voice still ripples on the surface.Comes from dancehall reggae culture. He conceded, there will be no more performances. Rushmore of Reggae, very few would dispute that. Ken Boothe is deserving to be etched in the Mt. His most memorable performances and songs were with the singers he admired, revered, and gave credit where due: giants like Bob Marley, Jimmy Riley, Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown, Marcia Griffiths, and John Holt. Ken's stories often talked about the artists who surrounded him during his career, less focused on his own accolades. “The Golden Voice of Jamaica,” the man would stop his conversation by singing his hit songs, hymns, and lyrics of other notable artists. Inside, we toured his living museum displaying the memorable awards, artifacts, posters, and photos of his storied career. As he gave a guided tour of his bright-blue castle, murals of biblical scenes in Africa and tropical settings adorned the outer walls. Ken welcomed Brady and Gravity into his home like old friends, introducing us to his large family gathered despite the rainy Sunday evening. His career spans the history of not just reggae music, but all contemporary forms, and his soulful voice still shimmers behind a mic despite the chronic physical ailments slowing him down after five decades of performing. Bob Marley sang his backing vocals, and his first singles were on Ken’s B-sides! Boothe was part of the first ensemble to sing internationally, flown to sing in front of the Queen of England, nevertheless. Any Google search will reveal the notoriety of Ken Boothe’s illustrious career. Unfortunately, this would be with Brady alone, as David was scheduled to jetset back to the embrace of his family in Silver Spring. Orange Street served to be a fertile place for connecting, as Gravity from Ibo’s Spice Portal also reached out to suggest a dubplate session with the legendary Ken Boothe. On a buzz, everyone left with handfuls of scallions from the Blue Mountains, and B ‘n G Wax ended the day on a relaxed beach near Bull Bay on the other side of town. The vibes were contagious and a solid connection was built to continue a future musical link with the Rockers crew. The studio session surpassed any preconceived expectations.

List of reggae dubplate riddims