Legendary bass player and vocalist Jah Wobble has released the animated video for 'Tyson Dub Remix', a solid gem from his new album ‘Dub Volume 1', dedicated to his dear departed Staffordshire bull terrier.

Jah Wobble's poignant account of his rescue dog, Tyson, reveals a bond that was both tough and tender. He recalls how the staffy, described by the shelter as "just absolutely sort of delinquent," was a dog "full of love, full of fun" and a steadfast companion on their daily 10–12 mile hikes. Wobble reflects on the heartache of Tyson's final days, a battle with cancer that ended peacefully in a final, heartbreaking moment: "And when he had to go, he just went to sleep in my lap. So that was it".

Born John Wardle, his career has encapsulated genres from post-punk, dub and world music to experimental rock and electronic music. An original member of Public Image Ltd (PiL) from 1978-80, he made two groundbreaking albums with the band, which included the iconic ‘Metal Box’ (1979). He continues to tour with 'Metal Box in Dub', presented as a two-hour show with Jon Klein.

This is Wobble's first solo release via Dimple Discs, having earlier participated in other label releases with Telefís (Cathal Coughlan and Jacknife Lee), The Ukrainians, along with Siouxsie & The Banshees / Specimen legend Jon Klein, and the Irish heritage project Bring Your Own Hammer.

A solo effort that sees him write, play and arrange everything, this long-play record features full-colour outer and inner sleeves based on paintings that Wobble created himself. The Limited Edition vinyl is clear with yellow and red colours dropped in to reflect the artwork.

Mastered by Anthony Chapman (Collapsed Lung) and cut for maximum clarity and volume, this solo deep dive into dub boasts astounding top layer sonics, guided by sonic pioneers like Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry and King Tubby. This rich, immersive listen is full of low-end weight and intricately layered textures.

The album includes the groovy dub offering 'Dub In The East' and also 'Old Jewish East End Of London Dub', both of which were inspired by his East London upbringing - a deep dive into the historical influences that shaped his community, from the waves of Irish immigration and the perilous lives of his watermen ancestors on the River Thames, to the vibrant Jewish community that had long made the area its home.

‘Dub Volume 1' is out now everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and also Bandcamp, where it is available on vinyl and CD. Jah Wobble tours extensively with Invaders of the Heart. They are touring the UK and Europe in October-November with tickets available at https://jahwobble.com/#live

CREDITS
Written & performed by Jah Wobble
Mastered by Anthony Chapman (Collapsed Lung)
Cover artwork & design by Jah Wobble
Released by Dimple Discs
UPC for vinyl - DEEDEE042LP
UPC for CD - DEEDEE042CD
Jah Wobble outdoor photos by David Guttridge
Jah Wobble live photos by Nick Haeffner
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR