Artists

Boom our next announcement is ready for JDD26.
Higher Meditation is a French producer now living in Leicester (UK) where his dubplates have been played by sound systems such as Jah Shaka, King Shiloh, Iration Steppas, Channel One and Blackboard Jungle.
He is inspired by artists such as King Tubby, Scientist, Jah Shaka, The Disciples, and Alpha & Omega.
His first release was in 2016 on the French label Skank O'clock on a 12-inch single (King Of Glory/From Near or Far), and since then he has worked with labels such as Scorcher Hi-fi, Roots Youths, All Nations Records, Jah Waggys....
In 2018 he launched his own label, releasing records in collaboration with Nia, Songbird, Michael Rose, and Joshua Hales.
He owns a homemade soundsystem called Higher Meditation soundsystem with his crew Nia Songbird, Mr Feelgood, and Lance Hume.
He has performed in meetings with Aba Shanti I, Iration Steppas, Jah Youth, and WSP, and tours throughout England with his sound system and DJ sets in Europe and South America. Higher Meditation plays inna King David Style.
Get ready for higher vibes with Higher Meditation.

Haspar(FR) is a dub producer rooted in the UKstepper tradition, active since the age of 16.
He first emerged as a member of Natural Tribulation Sound System, before developing his own solo project and artistic identity.
His music blends modern dub production with vintage techniques, drawing influences from UK dub, electronic music, and roots reggae.
This fusion results in a powerful yet meditative sound, designed both for sound system culture and deep listening experiences. Over the years, Haspar has performed across Europe, Asia, South America, and North America, sharing his vision of dub on international stages and sound system sessions.
Driven by a passion for heavy basslines, immersive atmospheres, and conscious vibrations, Haspar invites listeners to experience a dub journey that is both intense and introspective.
Step into the Haspar experience.

We are beyond excited to officially welcome MARIJAH back to Jabbadubbadoo Festival!
After her first powerful show alongside @riseup.hifi, Marijah returns for the second time - bringing even more energy, vibes, and lyrical fire to the stage.
This year, she will join forces with @unlistedfanatic to create pure magic through the mic works and deliver an unforgettable experience for the crowd.
Get ready for heavy vibes, conscious lyrics, and real connection. Jabbadubbadoo get readyyy!!

Unlisted Fanatic first time at Jabbadubbadoo!
He brings a deep-rooted fusion of reggae, dub and forward-thinking sound system culture straight out of Antwerp, Belgium.
Inspired by the golden era of seventies roots reggae, eighties rub-a-dub and legendary dub pioneers like King Tubby and Lee "Scratch" Perry, he crafts immersive productions where heavy basslines meet organic instrumentation, hypnotic echoes and modern textures.
Blending digital riddims with live horns, guitars and spiritual grooves, Unlisted Fanatic moves effortlessly between roots reggae, steppers, afro-influenced dub and cosmic soundscapes. His collaborations with artists such as Moonshine Horns, MariJah, Earl 16 and many more underline a sound that is both classic and future-facing.
Whether in the studio or on stage with the UFO Collective, Unlisted Fanatic creates powerful sonic journeys designed for deep listeners and sound system sessions = raw, soulful and authentic style.
Get ready for a special live dub experience!

Welcome again omega power PIYAZAWA (DE). This woman is pure music.
With her flute, PiyaZawa creates colorful soundscapes which are connected with the vibrating bass of Roots- and Dubmusic in floating and virtuos ways.
Ever since she was a child, she has been fascinated by the sound of the flute and felt that it bears something magical.
Playing the flute for nearly her whole life, in her performance it seems like she's melting with the instrument - bringing the magic right into the session, creating higher spheres, exquisitely touching and deeply emotional.
PiyaZawa has several tunes released (New Flower Records, Lion's Den, Moonshine Recordings...), is working with international producers like Toroki, Dubbing Sun, Mr. Zebre, Mystical Powa, High Nebra and more.
She is a member of The Four Seasons of Roots and has already been a guest on the King Shiloh radio show "Healing Of The Nations".

Ites Vibration (UK) is a Brighton-based selector, operator, MC, and singer-songwriter, known for deep roots reggae selections, conscious vocals, and an energetic soundsystem presence.
Her sets journey through uplifting roots, dub, and '90s-style steppers on vinyl and exclusives, shaped by live analogue modulation.
On the mic, her chants and soulful singing draw on mystical influences from her Turkish heritage.
She has played across the UK and internationally in Portugal, France, Germany, Thailand, and Vietnam. Her vocal releases have received support from Don Letts on BBC Radio 6 Music, and she is co-founder of Higher, a conscious and heavyweight dub label alongside producer Bukkha.
So get ready for a hot selection.

Welcome and get ready for our next Artist SYLVAIN (DE) from the Four Seasons of Roots crew.
Vintage Roots Reggae meets live violin vibes Deep, warm & heavyweight energy straight from the German soundsystem culture scene.
Sylvain brings uplifting melodies and pure musical meditation to the dance.
Get ready for unique violin vibes throughout the session.

We welcome IRIE IRA (DE) our next lioness for JDD 26.
Over a decade in sound system culture activism, including work with Serendubity and Rootsbase.
Now stepping forward with her vinyl selections - sharing conscious message tunes, dubwise cuts & heavy basslines.
Music to make you feel IRIE.