Fire Dem - What Are You Fighting For - Forward Ever

Released in 2019 on the Earth & Power label, this 12-inch record is a collaborative effort rooted in the contemporary UK dub and roots reggae scene. The project serves as a showcase for independent sound system culture, uniting various artists and producers, including Ranking Fox and Dub Foundry, to create a focused commentary on social struggle and consciousness. It reflects the ongoing dedication of labels like Earth & Power to keep the legacy of vinyl-centered sound system music alive for modern audiences.

The design and production philosophy behind EAP12002 prioritizes the heavy, bass-driven aesthetics characteristic of dub music. By integrating multiple collaborators, the record functions as a collective statement rather than a solo release, emphasizing unity and the lyrical themes of 'Forward Ever'—a mantra common in anti-colonial and liberation movements. Upon release, it was well-received within global dub circuits as a reliable tool for sound systems, praised for its traditional production values and commitment to the spiritual and political roots of the genre.