Arkology

Arkology is a multi-disc anthology gathering Lee 'Scratch' Perry's Black Ark-era productions, presenting roots reggae songs alongside dub versions and instrumental remixes. The recordings emphasize Perry's inventive studio techniques, with heavy echo and reverb, spare yet layered rhythms, abrupt sonic edits and effects that give the tracks a psychedelic, otherworldly character. As a collection it illustrates Perry's experimental approach to dub production and his influence on the textural possibilities of reggae.