This 1999 ROIR release compiles Oku Onuora's foundational dub poetry recordings from the late 1970s and early 1980s. It captures his urgent vocal delivery over sparse, hypnotic dub instrumentals.
- The album collects Oku Onuora's early recordings, including tracks from his 1979 debut album "Presha". It was released on ROIR, known for its archival releases of avant-garde and independent music. The tracks feature instrumental backing from key dub reggae musicians, including members of the Roots Radics.
- Dubbin' Away showcases Onuora's unique spoken-word performances set against the minimalist, echo-laden soundscapes characteristic of dub music. His incantatory style and socially conscious lyrics cemented his status as a vital voice in the genre.
- The ROIR CD reissued seminal tracks that defined Oku Onuora's contribution to dub poetry, bridging spoken word and electronic music innovation. The collection serves as an essential introduction to his influential work.
Oku Onuora is a Jamaican poet and vocalist, a pioneer of dub poetry. He was a prominent figure in the reggae and dub scene of the late 20th century.
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