The RED LIGHT project was born in April 2024 when the ODG Prod label invited Roots Raid and Dawa Hi-Fi to join forces and celebrate its 20th anniversary at the ODG Fest in Tours. To mark the occasion, the two groups decided to reunite their live trio, a nod to their very first common group, Orange Dub (2004-2006), a time when the two projects were still one.
The concert, filled with emotions and nostalgia, sparked an irresistible desire to continue this collaboration. A few months later, the artists gathered in the studio to create RED LIGHT, an album that reflects twenty years of musical camaraderie and shared creativity. Released on November 28, 2024, by ODG Prod, this album marks a new milestone in the history of French dub.
RED LIGHT is much more than just an album: it is a vibrant tribute to Jamaican reggae-dub, enriched by modern explorations. Each track immerses the listener in a unique world, blending hypnotic grooves, powerful basslines, and rhythms crafted for sound systems. In both the studio and on stage, the trio remains true to the essence of “French Dub,” drawing inspiration from the sounds of legends like Improvisator Dub, Brain Damage, and High Tone.
Born from twenty years of friendship and musical adventures, RED LIGHT embodies both homage and innovation. On stage, Dawa Hi-Fi x Roots Raid reinterpret “Red Light” in unique and improvised versions, led by Valentin (Dawa Hi-Fi) on the machines for a vibrant “Dub Mix” at each concert. Tom (Roots Raid) brings depth with his bass and the warmth of vintage synthesizers, including the iconic Korg MS-10! Ben (Roots Raid), on Nyabinghi percussion and mic, maintains a constant connection with the audience.
With a mix of raw energy and musical finesse, Dawa Hi-Fi x Roots Raid promise an intense 2025, filled with shows where the power of dub merges with total artistic freedom.