Best Foot Forward, by Dub Judah, Kibir La Amlak, Aba Ariginal, I-Jah Salomon

Best Foot Forward

by Dub Judah, Kibir La Amlak, Aba Ariginal, I-Jah Salomon

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1.	Dub Judah, Kibir La Amlak - Best Foot Forward 03:55	buy track
2.	Dub Judah, Kibir La Amlak - Dub Right Up Deh 03:54	buy track
3.	Aba Ariginal, I-Jah Salomon, Kibir La Amlak - Joshua's Anthem 03:57	buy track
4.	Kibir La Amlak - Joshua's Riddim 03:54	buy track

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Dub Judah, a paragon of musical excellence, has an extensive career showcasing mastery of multiple instruments and his distinctive vocal style. His prolific output on his 'Dubtech' label, his role as the bass player for the Twinkle Brothers, and his numerous contributions to music underline his exceptional artistry.

In this release, his inimitable vocal style distills a timeless message—a universal strategy for progress. He reminds us that the most effective solutions are often rooted in the most fundamental acts of will. This is a reminder that progress begins with the individual's decision to 'Put Your Best Foot Forward.' Such an ethos acts as a blueprint for life, urging us to confront challenges with our best efforts and, in doing so, become architects of a better world.

'Best Foot Forward' has been anthemic on the reggae sound system scene for over a decade. It began as a dubplate for Salomon Heritage Sound System on the 'Joshua’s Anthem' riddim, commissioned by Roots Arna from Kibir La Amlak in 2011. As the years passed, it became evident that the dubplate was too impactful to remain just a dub. After several revisions and collaborative efforts between Kibir La Amlak and Salomon Heritage, it evolved beyond its original form into a modern roots reggae classic now ready for public release.

The reworked track now features contributions from Jah David and Tippy I of Zion I Kings, alongside other notable musicians such as Westfinga, Ashanti Selah, Okiel McIntyre, Zoe Brown, and Greg Jata. Produced, mixed, and arranged by Kibir La Amlak, mastered to tape and cut to vinyl by Lewis Hopkin, it is being released globally as a collaborative effort between Before Zero Records and Salomon Heritage Label.

The B-side offers a refreshed 'Joshua’s Anthem,' with Aba Ariginal and I-Jah Salomon's solos now complemented by Okiel and Zoe’s horn arrangements, maintaining the track’s anthemic quality.

Following the vocal track, a dynamic Kibir La Amlak dub mix emerges, infused with syncopated delays and reverberant spring crashes. A straightforward riddim cut follows the horn piece, giving listeners a deep dive into the musical composition and providing sound system selectors with the perfect canvas for vocalists and chanters.

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released December 8, 2023

Drums: Seb Westfinga
Bass: David ‘Jah David’ Goldfine
Piano & Rhythm Guitar: Laurent ’Tippy I’ Alfred
Organ: Greg Jata
Clav: Benjamin ‘Ashanti Selah’ Smith
Trumpet & Trombone: Okiel Mcintyre
Flute: Zoe Brown
Trumpet: Patrick ‘Aba Ariginal’ Tenyue
Saxophone: Idan ‘I Jah’ Salomon
Percussion: Jamie ‘Kibir La Amlak’ Thomas

Produced, mixed and arranged by Jamie ‘Kibir La Amlak’ Thomas
At Kibir La Amlak Studio, London, UK
Mastered and cut by: Lewis Hopkins at Star Delta Mastering

Lyrics and Vocal Melody: Julius 'Dub Judah'

Drums: Seb 'Westfinga' Bzy (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Bass: David ‘Jah David’ Goldfine (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Piano & Rhythm Guitar: Laurent ’Tippy I’ Alfred (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Organ: Greg Jata (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Clav: Benjamin ‘Ashanti Selah’ Smith (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Trumpet & Trombone: Okiel Mcintyre (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Flute: Zoe Brown (A1, A2, A3, A4)
Trumpet: Patrick ‘Aba Ariginal’ Tenyue (B1)
Saxophone: Idan ‘I Jah’ Salomon (B1)
Percussion: Jamie ‘Kibir La Amlak’ Thomas (A1, A2, A3, A4)

Produced, mixed and arranged by Jamie ‘Kibir La Amlak’ Thomas
At Kibir La Amlak Studio, London, UK
Executive Production: Arnaud 'Roots Arna' Desango & Jamie ‘Kibir La Amlak’ Thomas
Mastered and cut by: Lewis Hopkins at Star Delta Mastering
Artwork: Kibir La Amlak

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Kibir La Amlak is a live dub show, record label, studio and sound system based in London, UK, founded by Jamie "JT" Thomas in 2009. After a decade of worldwide festival performances, club events, numerous tours and an ever expanding list of titles in the discography Kibir La Amlak has become a household name in the world of roots reggae and dub. ... more

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