Revelation Sound System are very proud to be powering Trenchtown’s main stage at Electric Picnic 2023. With an exciting line-up of national and international artists, this year’s Trenchtown experience promises to be the best yet!
Revelation Sound is a dub reggae sound system hailing from the vibrant city of Cork, Ireland. With their deep basslines, hypnotic rhythms, and conscious lyrics, this collective has become a driving force in the local music scene, delivering powerful and uplifting experiences through their immersive sound system culture.
Founded in 1997, Revelation Sound was born out of a shared passion for dub reggae music and sound system culture, with a desire to create a platform for its exploration and celebration of reproducing conscious dub roots reggae sounds. Drawing inspiration from legendary Jamaican sound systems, such as King Tubby's, Channel One, and Jah Shaka, Revelation Sound pays homage to the roots while infusing their unique flavour and style.
Led by a dedicated group of selectors, engineers, and artists, Revelation Sound is known for their electrifying live performances that captivate audiences with their deep sonic vibrations combining analogue and digital technologies married with a full spectrum of speakers, scoops, and bass bins to reproduce a crystal clear, rich, and heavy roots sound that you can feel as well as hear.
The collective's commitment to delivering an authentic and transformative dub experience is evident in their meticulous attention to detail, from the selection of vinyl records and dubplates to the precise calibration of their heavyweight sound system. Revelation Sound's infectious energy and profound love for dub reggae music have earned them a loyal following in Cork, Ireland, and beyond.
Their sound system events, often held in intimate venues or outdoor settings, create a sense of unity and togetherness, where people from all walks of life come together to dance, connect, and embrace the positive vibrations. Their dedication to spreading the roots reggae message and uplifting spirits through music has earned them recognition and respect from both peers and fans alike.
In addition to their live performances, Revelation Sound is also actively involved in promoting and curating reggae music culture. They frequently collaborate with local and international artists, hosting showcases, workshops, and educational events to share their knowledge and love for the sound system culture. Through their dedication to community engagement, they have fostered a growing network of sound system enthusiasts, creating a space for creativity, dialogue, and cultural exchange.
Revelation Sound's impact extends beyond the local scene, as they have shared their sound system experience at festivals, clubs, and events throughout Ireland, leaving a lasting impression wherever they go. They represented Ireland at the United Nations of Dub (U.N.O.D.) festival in the UK and are the resident sound system at Electric Picnic's Trenchtown Arena.
As Revelation Sound continues to evolve and expand their sonic horizons, they remain committed to preserving the essence of dub reggae sound systems while pushing its boundaries. With their distinctive blend of vintage classics, cutting-edge dub productions, and conscious lyrics, they strive to keep the spirit of dub roots reggae alive and vibrant in Cork and beyond.
Join Revelation Sound on a journey of musical exploration, where bass meets soul and positive vibrations resonate deep within. Get ready to experience the heartbeat of dub reggae as it reverberates through your body, mind, and soul.
Revelation Sound - May 2023
website: revelationsound.blogspot.com/
Revelation Sound System started reproducing conscious roots reggae sounds during 1997 when friends Benji-Rev and Jermiah-Lodica began playing records on local pirate radio stations and clubs around their home town of Cork city. As radio slots became regular shows and with a growing audience, Revelation Sound soon began organising and producing club nights locally, using radio airtime to promote roots reggae artists and their music. They held regular weekly sessions in Sir Henry's and other popular venues. In 1997 their very first booking in Cork saw the 'Bush Chemists', play to a packed house followed by a live show on local radio.
This Revelation 'sound system' was designed and built to reproduce conscious dub music and it's positive conscious message, with the warmest sound possible. Aware of the sound system culture that first emerged in Kingston Jamaica in the 1950's, from the earliest days Revelation dances have striven to be a foundation for the sound-system dub reggae scene in Ireland. As one of the pioneers of the Irish reggae scene, Revelation regularly bring their sound system to dance-halls throughout Ireland and Europe and Revelation Sound keep a busy schedule of festival appearances both at home and abroad. They represent Ireland at United Nations of Dub (U.N.O.D.) festival in the UK and are the resident sound system at Electric Picnic's Trenchtown Arena.
The Revelation team are consistently upgrading their sound system, combining analogue and digital technologies married with a full spectrum of speakers, scoops and bass bins to reproduce a crystal clear, rich heavy roots sound that you can feel as well as hear. Revelation’s sound has been the introduction to deep bass and conscious music for many, promoting some of the top producers and artists on the national and outer-national dub scene. At Revelation Sound events the focus is a combination of early roots classics up to the latest upcoming releases, peppered with vocals and live instruments.
During their time immersed in sound system life, the Revelation duo were connecting and strengthening links with producers and artists both at home and abroad. These studio collaborations making the following releases possible: 'King David' vocal. Released on 'Echobus 2014', was the first offering from Revelation's mic man Benji. Chanting on an 'irie-land ryddim' in a raw roots style. Next came 'Destination' vocal, Released on 'WBC – World Bass Culture 2015', came as the second release. An up-tempo steppa ryddim with the lyrical message driven home by Benji's deep tones. The 'Conspiracy' vocal on 'Imperial Roots Records 2017' is the first vinyl recording with a Benji Rev vocal. Playing out as a pre-release this work has been well received worldwide and this 'Conspiracy' vocal and musical combination with 'Imperial Sound Army' has brought forth exchange sessions from Irie'land-Italia and more recordings await release.
Working with artists from the global dub community has been an important focus for Revelation over the last two decades. Artists that have played on the Revelation sound-system include legends such as Jah Shaka, Iration Steppas, Channel One, Alpha & Omega, Conscious Sounds, Mungos HiFi, Bush Chemists, Culture Freeman, Chazbo, Imperial Sound Army, Kebra Ethiopia, Murrayman, The Disciples, Jonah Dan, Delroy Dyer, Wayne Mcarthur, Big Toes HiFi, I-Mitri Counteraction, Radikal Guru, Mr. Williamz, Cian Finn, FyahRed, Tenja plus many more.
As Revelation Sound celebrate two decades of sound system life, they have more musical goodies in the pipeline with new releases and 'Revelation Sound-System' sessions both at home and abroad. Including 'Earth & Power' 12” vinyl release, featuring 'Redemption' melody with Benji Rev on low whistle, this seals the year nicely for Revelation Sound's year twenty. Benji Rev and the crew at Revelation Sound are looking forward to connecting with more people through 'Jah music' in 2018 and beyond!
website: www.revelationsoundsystem.com
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