{"product_id":"aba-ariginal-anthem-cd","title":"Aba Ariginal - Anthem (CD) PREORDER","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThis Reggae \u0026amp; Dub album is the first full-length since 2017 from Aba Ariginal, the musician, arranger, songwriter, and producer previously with UB40.\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnthem\u003c\/i\u003e marks the long-awaited return of Aba Ariginal, his first full-length release since 2017. Best known for his work as a musician, arranger, songwriter, and producer, Aba Ariginal draws upon decades of experience in reggae and dub to deliver a collection that celebrates the genre's enduring spirit while showcasing his distinctive musical voice. Blending original vocal performances with expansive dub reinterpretations, the album reflects both his roots and his continued evolution as a recording artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom 1984 through 1994, Aba Ariginal performed with UB40 as part of the band's renowned horn section, contributing both live and in the studio as a horn arranger while also playing keyboards and bass. His arranging work helped shape several UB40 releases, including the multi-platinum \u003ci\u003ePromises and Lies\u003c\/i\u003e, which sold more than 12 million copies worldwide. Beyond his work with UB40, he has collaborated extensively with leading reggae producers and artists throughout Europe and Jamaica, earning international recognition under the name Patrixx Matic di Aba Ariginal for his influential horn arrangements and production work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnthem\u003c\/i\u003e features original reggae compositions alongside instrumental dub versions, including collaborations and a remix with legendary producer Lee 'Scratch' Perry. Released by Megawave, the album showcases Aba Ariginal's songwriting, arranging, engineering, and production talents while reaffirming his lasting contribution to modern reggae music.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003ch2\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003eHooligan (Change Your Ways)\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eJerry’s Drop (Change Your Ways)\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eStone Head\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eIsabel\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eAriginal Anthem\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eAnthem Of Dub\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eFree From Bondage\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eFree Dub\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eQuake Town\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eQuake Town Dub\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eThe Journey\u003c\/li\u003e                  \u003cli\u003eJourney Of Dub\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Megawave\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reggae\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56:11 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0       \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 09\/04\/26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 603408006225\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"MEGAWAVE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48608630669561,"sku":"MEGW0622","price":9.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/4889\/files\/MEGW0622.jpg?v=1782760985","url":"https:\/\/mvdshop.com\/products\/aba-ariginal-anthem-cd","provider":"MVD Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}