King David's Melody

Originally released in 1983, Augustus Pablo's 'King David's Melody' collects singles from the years 1975-1982. Most of the tracks are considered instrumentals instead of dubs, which means Pablo's more responsible for the melodies and structures of the songs than usual, while the serene, relaxed, and otherworldly feelings of Pablo's dub material is also well represented. The inspiration for the overall positive and supremely spiritual feel to the collection is right in the title. Rastafarian Pablo is referencing spiritual leader Haile Selassie's claim to be descended from King David, a king of ancient Israel who could sooth the soul with his flute and harp. Pablo does the same here with his melodica and occasional keyboards.

Tracklist

1. King David's Melody
2. Zion High
3. Mr Bassie
4. West Abyssinia
5. Israel in Harmony
6. Rockers Mood
7. Sufferers Trod
8. Revelation Time
9. Selfish Youths
10. Corner Stone Dub
11. Kent Road