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Drum-and-bass rhythm section

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Musical role concept for bass and drums as the rhythmic foundation of reggae, roots, dub and dancehall production.

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Type: concept
Confidence: Well supported
Era: Open era →

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In stories

Story · Well supportedSession bands built the reggae sound

From The Skatalites to Roots Radics, Jamaican music history depends on flexible bands, rhythm sections, horn lines and arrangers as much as named singers.

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Credit the rhythm section

Reggae histories often foreground singers and producers, but session musicians and rhythm sections require explicit credit trails where sources allow.

Stance: front artist vs backing musician labour