Dubstereo

Origin

Salvador, BA

Years Active

2007

Genres

dub, reggae, dancehall, jamaican music, brazilian music

Instruments

vocals, drums, bass, keyboards, percussion, guitar

Biography

Dubstereo is a musical collective originating from Salvador, Bahia, formed in 2007. The group stands out for fusing elements of Bahian and Jamaican music, heavily influenced by dub, reggae, and dancehall, while also incorporating rhythms such as funk, Miami bass, and drum 'n' bass. The band is known for its experimental approach and the sound quality of its productions, which are often recorded live in the studio to capture the energy of their performances.

The collective is composed of talented musicians who bring their individual references to create a unique and innovative sound. Among the members who have passed through or are part of Dubstereo are Russo Passapusso (vocals), Fael 1º (vocals), Jorge Dubman (drums), Alan Dugrave (bass), Gabriel Simon (keyboards), Jardel Cruz (percussion), Tiago Tamango (keyboards), and Prince Áddamo (guitar). The group's musical quality is recognized through major collaborations in the production of their albums, such as Buguinha Dub, Victor Rice, Felipe Tichauer, and André T.

Dubstereo released their self-titled debut studio album in 2013, made available for free download as well as in physical formats such as CD and 7-inch vinyl. The work was acclaimed by critics and fans alike, consolidating the collective as one of the important names in the reggae and dub scene in Brazil. The band is also a pioneer in the research and application of sound system culture in Salvador, encouraging the emergence of new projects with this identity.