Name: New Age Steppers
Brand: New Age Steppers

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ONULP1

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Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r17761738]

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180 Gram Vinyl with Printed Inner Sleeve.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-03-19

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5060263722731

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

New Age Steppers

Genre GB

Reggae / Dub

Label GB

On U Sound

Vinyl variants, bonus material and signed editions exclusively available from Rough Trade.

New Age Steppers is a British dub project that was formed in 1980 by Adrian Sherwood and Ari-Up. The group featured a diverse lineup of musicians from Jamaica as well as British artists from the punk and post-punk scenes. Known for their unique blend of dub, reggae, and punk influences, New Age Steppers quickly gained recognition for their innovative sound. With an impressive discography spanning several decades, their music continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

As pioneers of the dub genre, New Age Steppers have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Their experimental approach to music production pushed boundaries and challenged traditional conventions. By incorporating elements of punk and reggae into their sound, they created a distinctive style that set them apart from their contemporaries.

With a constantly evolving lineup throughout their career, New Age Steppers collaborated with numerous talented musicians who brought their own unique contributions to the group's dynamic sound. This collaborative spirit allowed them to explore new sonic territories and create groundbreaking music that resonated with listeners across genres.

On U Sound is a UK based experimental reggae/dub label founded by Adrian Sherwood. With a rich history and an impressive catalogue of releases, the label has become synonymous with innovative and boundary-pushing music. Adrian Sherwood, also known as *Skip* (artist credits page), is not only the founder but also operates as an artist on the label. It's important to note that On U Sound should not be confused with the US based DJ/club remix label ON-USound.

Related labels such as Pressure Sounds and Green Tea are part of the On U Sound family, showcasing a diverse range of musical styles. EFA released some remastered titles with slightly altered cover artwork before going under in 2004. However, On-U Sound was relaunched in 2002 and made a powerful comeback with Little Axe's album 'Stone Cold Ohio' which marked its resurgence.

If you're looking for newer releases from On U Sound, keep an eye out for catalogue numbers starting from ON-U CD 1001 and higher. The Phonographic Copyright (p) and Copyright (c) belong to On-U Sound Records Ltd., ensuring that their unique sound remains protected.

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The landmark first album on the On-U Sound label, this self-titled debut announced a gathering of the tribes: producer Adrian Sherwood bringing together members of the Slits, the Pop Group, the Flying Lizards and the Raincoats and getting them to collaborate with the likes of the Roots Radics’ Style Scott, Creation Rebel’s Crucial Tony, and Aswad’s George Oban to form a potent post-punk/dub fusion.

The albums two highest peaks are brilliantly realised interpretations of Jamaican classics - Junior Byles’ “Fade Away” and Bim Sherman’s “Love Forever”, Ari Up’s vocal transporting the dread warning and lovers rock vibes to the icy hallways of early-80s London squatland. Elsewhere Mark Stewart marshalls an early version of his “Crazy Dreams and High Ideals” (later re-versioned with the Maffia), music journalist Vivien Goldman voices caustic album closer “Private Armies” (originally a b-side to her Launderette single), and all sorts of strange noises and rhythmic murk bridge the gaps, the instrumentals falling somewhere between a late night studio session at Channel One and the kinds of experimental soundscapes being explored at the time by Industrial Records. 

A certified classic of the era back on wax for the first time in 40 years and an essential addition to any post-punk record collection. Includes download card and printed inner with new sleevenotes and interviews by Oli Warwick.

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