Augustus Pablo was a central force in the 1970s reggae explosion, shaping the music not only through his unmistakable instrumental voice and dub innovations, but as a producer who helped define an era. Alongside his celebrated melodica-led recordings, Pablo oversaw a deep catalogue of vocal cuts that paired local singers with his hypnotic, bass-driven rhythms, many issued through his own Rockers imprint.
Rockers United! brings these vocal sides into sharp focus. Produced entirely by Augustus Pablo, the collection draws from the Rockers archives to assemble a powerful set of classic and lesser-heard performances. Voices including Jacob Miller, Delroy Williams, Hugh Mundell, Tetrak, Junior Delgado, Earl Sixteen, Spliffy Dan and others ride Pablo’s distinctive rhythms, revealing the breadth of talent he nurtured and the consistency of his production vision.
Released by Nature Sounds, the album features remastered audio transferred from the original master tapes, preserving the weight, space and momentum that made these recordings so enduring. Rockers United! stands as a vital document of Pablo’s work as a producer and a celebration of the vocal roots sound that grew around him.
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