David Rodigan Competing in the Soundclash at Sea

UK radio presenter David Rodigan has been described as the “outside world's greatest ambassador of Jamaica's musical heritage." He’s been honored with an MBE by the Queen of England for his contributions to British broadcasting and recently published his memoirs, entitled My Life in Reggae -"the unlikely story of an Army sergeant's son from the English countryside who has become the man who has taught the world about Reggae." This year David Rodigan will be touring the globe once more to celebrate his 40th year in the business. He’s cut countless dubplates and won many clashes in his time, but had largely "walked away from clashing" prior to his participation in the recent Soundclash on the Sea during the 2017 Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise. In this exclusive interview, Rodigan speaks to Boomshots about the roots of sound system culture, explains the difference between dub plates and specials, shares his thoughts on the true role of selectors and DJs within the reggae industry, reflects on whether modern clash culture has "spun out of control," and speaks frankly about where he thinks the music that now inspires so much of the mainstream is heading. Subscribe to Boomshots TV for more crucial reggae and dancehall videos.

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