Alpha & Omega - Dub Philosophy

The fourth U.S. album (and who knows which one overall) by prolific dub-meisters Alpha & Omega is their finest. Dub Philosophy is heavy on mood, smoky groove, and loopy textures. While it's true that the duo has begun using digital effects in their dub mixes, they are far from what is known as a digital dub act. The long, painstakingly handled tape splices are readily apparent and the slippery analog bass (guitar, not synth) is lovingly tracked to deadly effect. On "Nothing but the Truth," space becomes bass and it's truly the place for mental, physical, and spiritual meltdown. Read More