Underground Roots (feat. Ari Up of The Slits)

Lee "Scratch" Perry & Subatomic Sound System
Super Ape Returns to Conquer (2017)
Moderate 75 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Rich dub reggae production with echoing effects and layered instrumentation creates an immersive, slightly disorienting soundscape; Ari Up's punk-infused vocals add rhythmic intensity without overwhelming harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A dub reggae remake of Lee 'Scratch' Perry's classic 'Underground Root' featuring raw, energetic vocals from Ari Up of The Slits over heavy bass and psychedelic effects.

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Moods: energetic, introspective, rebellious

Traditions: dub, reggae

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