Marcus I Meets Adubta
Longtime Warrior/warrior Sax
aDUBta, a multi-instrumentalist and producer from Bavaria (Germany) has been an active force in the German and international Reggae scene for over 20 years. Working closely with the rotating collective Black Oak Roots Allstars - a group of talented musicians including Mauricio-Joran Ceseña, Jannis Klenke and Johannes Beck - he has released music on notable labels such as Oneness Records, Hornin' Sounds and F-Spot Records. In addition to collaborating with esteemed artists like Ranking Joe, Cedric "Congo" Myton, Vin Gordon or Earl Sixteen, since 2022, aDUBta has developed a highly productive partnership with singer Marcus I. Marcus I, originally from Cantabria (Spain) and now based in France, has earned recognition in the Roots-Reggae scene through releases with Pinnacle Sound, Al Breadwinner or West Finga. Known for his tireless work ethic and dedication, Marcus I is a key figure in the European Vintage-Reggae scene. His collaboration with aDUBta has been a meeting of like-minded artists, driven by a shared passion for authentic Roots sounds. One of the many fruitful results of the collaboration between aDUBta and Marcus I is the track 'Longtime Warrior'. The song was inspired by a heartfelt reunion between Marcus I and Juanra Gómez, the singer of his first Ska band Komando Kokilla (2002), where Marcus played trumpet alongside his longtime musical companion Viti Sanchez. Seeing that his old friend had stayed true to his style and principles over the years - still sporting his shaved head and boots - left a deep impression on Marcus I, inspiring him to pen this tribute to all the longtime warriors out there. This release is a celebration of enduring musical camaraderie, authenticity and the unstoppable spirit of Reggae's longtime warriors.