Dub Revolution
Lee Perry and The Upsetters’ 1975 recording of “Dub Revolution” is the earliest release on file. Lee “Scratch” Perry is credited as its writer. Beastie Boys’ “Dr. Lee, PhD” (1998) samples it, per MusicBrainz.
Lee “Scratch” Perry's name sits in the credits of Dr. Lee, PhD right alongside Ad-Rock, Mike D and Adam Yauch, because the track samples his Dub Revolution. Put on the 1975 record first, then hear what the Beasties made of it.
Credited writer: Lee “Scratch” Perry.
Earliest release on file: this one, 1975.
Beastie Boys’ “Dr. Lee, PhD” (1998) samples it, per MusicBrainz.
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