After the success of their first collaborative album 'Blue House Rockin’', Soul Sugar and Dub Shepherds reunited at the Blue House Studio for a new analog-heavy recording session.
'Super Freak' is the first single from these sessions: a fiery 70s-style reggae reinterpretation of Rick James’ classic. Led by Jolly Joseph’s signature falsetto, it rides a heavyweight bass line, playful reggae groove, and warm layers of organ, piano, guitar, and Mini Moog, all recorded live on vintage gear.
The journey continues at Bat Records Studio, where Dub Shepherds apply their trademark “hard mix” on 24-track tape, bending sound, space, and rhythm into a deep dub sorcery.
This 7-inch 45 rpm single features both vocal and dub versions and paves the way for the forthcoming album 'Blue House Rockin’ Vol. 2'.
'Super Freak' is the first single from these sessions: a fiery 70s-style reggae reinterpretation of Rick James’ classic. Led by Jolly Joseph’s signature falsetto, it rides a heavyweight bass line, playful reggae groove, and warm layers of organ, piano, guitar, and Mini Moog, all recorded live on vintage gear.
The journey continues at Bat Records Studio, where Dub Shepherds apply their trademark “hard mix” on 24-track tape, bending sound, space, and rhythm into a deep dub sorcery.
This 7-inch 45 rpm single features both vocal and dub versions and paves the way for the forthcoming album 'Blue House Rockin’ Vol. 2'.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: One of those records you didn't think you needed until you heard it. Could have gone so much worse, but Soul Sugar and Dub Shepherd manage to maintain credibility (as well as x10 echo chamber points for the dub) as they cover the Rick James classic with surprisingly devastating results.TRACK LISTING
A1. Super Freak
B1. Super Freak (Dub Mix)
