Dub stars Dreadzone coming to Wolverhampton
Dub stars Dreadzone will bring reggae, electronic dance, folk and rock to the Black Country tomorrow.
They star at Wolverhampton's Slade Rooms as part of a UK tour that will continue into April.
The band is in an impressive third decade and remains one of the most energetic, exciting and powerful live bands to emerge from the post-rave scene. Their new album, Dread Times, is out on February 17.
Dread Times is the band's eighth studio album and the third release on their own Dubwiser label. Their old skool dread sound comes bubbling to the surface on new songs as it digs deeper into their dub and reggae roots while still keeping the beats fresh and the textures electronic.
A spokesperson said: "Conscious lyrics, social ills, matters of the heart and mind merge with 21st century dubwise flavours.
"The album is an eclectic rolling journey that recalls elements from a 23-year history while always looking ahead to the next phase."
Alongside core members Greg Dread, who produced the 12-track record, Leo Williams, Chris Compton, reggae vocalist Earl 16 and MC Spee, Dread Times introduces young blood into the mix with newest member Bazil bringing an edge to the sonic process.
Greg's son Marlon expands the musical range further. Don Letts has returned with lyrical contributions, as has Lena Cullen on vocals for one track, with 90s ragga duo Louchie Lou and Michie One guesting on another.
