{"product_id":"linval-thompson-dread-are-the-controller-1","title":"LINVAL THOMPSON - Dread Are The Controller","description":"A heavy roots reggae classic from legendary Jamaican singer and producer Linval Thompson, Dread Are The Controller is an essential cut from the late 1970s golden era of reggae. The A-side showcases Thompson’s soulful, floating vocals layered over a driving, militant roots riddim. Backed by an all-star lineup of elite session musicians—often featuring heavyweights like Aston \"Family Man\" Barrett on bass and Leroy \"Horsemouth\" Wallace on drums—the track is a masterclass in deep, hypnotic groove. As with many definitive Thompson releases, the magic continues on the B-side, which features the staggering companion track, \"Dub Are The Controller.\" Stripped back and drenched in echo, this top-tier dub version makes this 12\" a heavyweight addition for sound system selectors and roots purists alike.\u003cul class=\"tracklisting\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Dread Are The Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB Cant Stop The Natty Dread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LINVAL THOMPSON","offers":[{"title":"Plain \/ VG \/ Thompson Sound \/ NONE","offer_id":57483740184949,"sku":"416459","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/4339\/files\/image_2232281.jpg?v=1786201985","url":"https:\/\/www.vinylexchange.co.uk\/products\/linval-thompson-dread-are-the-controller-1","provider":"Vinyl Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}