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Title: Soundclash Series Vol.3
Artist: Bandulus vs Utopians
Label: Badasonic Records
Product Type: 7-INCH SINGLE
UPC: 4251896111769
Genre: Reggae
Release Date: 2025-12-12
Number of Discs: 1
Badasonic Records proudly presents a new chapter in it's Soundclash Series: a transatlantic 45rpm featuring Belgian ska-reggae-soul collective The Utopians and Austin, Texas' finest rocksteady outfit The Bandulus. Each band reimagines one of the other's songs, creating a true musical exchange that bridges continents while celebrating shared roots. On the A-side, The Utopians take on The Bandulus' rocksteady gem Be Your Man and transform it into a driving early reggae cut, infused with raw energy and vocal stylings influenced by Toots & The Maytals. Flipping to the B-side, The Bandulus reinterpret The Utopians' Don't Work. Originally an early reggae track, the song is reborn as a late-70s reggae version, adding a fresh electronic edge while keeping the soulful core intact. This special release is the direct outcome of the two joint European tours that brought the bands together, solidifying not only their artistic respect but also a genuine friendship. Produced and mixed by Nico Leonard for Badasonic Records, the single captures the warmth of analog recording and the creativity of two groups committed to carrying Jamaican-inspired music into the present day. Available as a collector's edition 45rpm vinyl and digitally worldwide, this split single is more than just a record - it's a cultural dialogue, a celebration of collaboration, and a testament to the strong bond between The Utopians and The Bandulus.
Tracks:
1.1 Be Your Man
1.2 Don't Work
Bandulus vs Utopians: Soundclash Series Vol.3 - 7-INCH SINGLE
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Artist: Bandulus vs Utopians
Label: Badasonic Records
Product Type: 7-INCH SINGLE
UPC: 4251896111769
Genre: Reggae
Release Date: 2025-12-12
Number of Discs: 1
Badasonic Records proudly presents a new chapter in it's Soundclash Series: a transatlantic 45rpm featuring Belgian ska-reggae-soul collective The Utopians and Austin, Texas' finest rocksteady outfit The Bandulus. Each band reimagines one of the other's songs, creating a true musical exchange that bridges continents while celebrating shared roots. On the A-side, The Utopians take on The Bandulus' rocksteady gem Be Your Man and transform it into a driving early reggae cut, infused with raw energy and vocal stylings influenced by Toots & The Maytals. Flipping to the B-side, The Bandulus reinterpret The Utopians' Don't Work. Originally an early reggae track, the song is reborn as a late-70s reggae version, adding a fresh electronic edge while keeping the soulful core intact. This special release is the direct outcome of the two joint European tours that brought the bands together, solidifying not only their artistic respect but also a genuine friendship. Produced and mixed by Nico Leonard for Badasonic Records, the single captures the warmth of analog recording and the creativity of two groups committed to carrying Jamaican-inspired music into the present day. Available as a collector's edition 45rpm vinyl and digitally worldwide, this split single is more than just a record - it's a cultural dialogue, a celebration of collaboration, and a testament to the strong bond between The Utopians and The Bandulus.
Tracks:
1.1 Be Your Man
1.2 Don't Work
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