The Bush Chemists

UK Dub Reggae Pioneers

The Bush Chemists are a UK-based dub reggae collective primarily known for their work in the 1990s. The group was formed by Dougie Wardrop, who started out at the London-based record shop Conscious Sounds, which eventually became a label and a studio. As a producer and engineer, Wardrop played a significant role in shaping the sound of UK dub in the 1990s. The Bush Chemists are known for their heavy bass lines, experimental sounds, and prolific output. They have collaborated with various artists in the reggae and dub scenes and have gained recognition for their live performances as well as their studio productions. Their work has contributed to the evolution of dub music, influencing both contemporaries and later generations of artists within the genre.