The Birth of a New Age of Dub: Adrian Sherwood’s Album “The Collapse of Everything” 2025
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Celebrated English music producer, Adrian Sherwood, known for his innovative approach to the dub music genre, made his mark in the music industry in 2025 with a groundbreaking full-length album: “The Collapse of Everything.” This album, his first solo record in thirteen years and the fourth in an illustrious career that spans several decades, sees Sherwood pushing boundaries and exploring uncharted territories.
Sherwood’s work is unique, as he does not bind himself to the classical confines of dub music. Rather, he leverages his production prowess to infuse dub effects and mixing techniques into varying forms of electronic dance music and popular tracks beyond the genre. The versatile Sherwood has been a key contributor to the budding genre of ReggaeEDM, and he has successfully collaborated with an array of notable reggae artists and talented musicians such as Keith LeBlanc, Doug Wimbish, and Skip McDonald.
Having produced remixes for a plethora of artists ranging from Coldcut and Depeche Mode to Sinéad O’Connor and Skinny Puppy, Sherwood’s inventive and experimental style extends beyond his famous label, On-U Sound Records. He is a key member of the music band Tackhead, and he describes his involvement in music as manipulating sounds and noises rather than crafting melodies, given his self-proclaimed tone-deafness.
With his latest offering, “The Collapse of Everything,” Sherwood steps away from the comfort zone of the mixing desk and commands the spotlight himself. The transformation is apparent in his fusion of an expansive range of influences honed from his lifelong experience, diversely experienced musical taste, and contributions from renowned artists such as Brian Eno, Doug Wimbish, Keith Le Blanc, and Cyrus Richards.
In contrast to Sherwood’s previous endeavors, which primarily focused on the creation and production of music, the release of this new album marked a significant change. Embarking on a maiden tour as a solo artist, Sherwood will not only perform tracks from the new album but will also introduce his live band. This refreshing change in direction is scheduled to debut at the ‘Dub sessions 20th anniversary’ in Japan, followed by a major London show in early 2026. Sherwood’s musical tour will further span across North America, Australia, and Europe throughout the year.
Sherwood’s “The Collapse of Everything” is a testament to his undying passion for breaking the mold and constantly striving for novelty and originality. Going well beyond the conventional norms of dub music, he masterfully concocts a sound that is distinctly his own. Clearly evident in the release of “The Collapse of Everything,” Sherwood’s passion for music remains as potent as when he first ventured into the industry with the formation of different record labels and music bands and numerous collaborations with fellow music artists such as Bim Sherman, Little Roy, Steven “Lenky” Marsden, and Sly & Robbie.
The album, a beautiful panoply of passion and decades of experience, was released on the 22nd of August, 2025, available on vinyl, CD, and digital platforms. Closing the 13-year hiatus with this striking album, Sherwood has yet again demonstrated that his creative juices are far from running dry. Through his ventures, Sherwood continues to redefine the face of dub music one mix at a time, ensuring his pioneering vision is preserved in the annals of music history.
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