Discover the immersive rhythms and metaphysical grooves of Ontological Dubchemy, the latest full-length album from Jonathan Kendall. Released on April 28, 2025, this 20-track sonic journey spans nearly 50 minutes of experimental reggae-inspired dub and philosophical soundscapes, blending mind-bending riddims with deeply reflective titles that reveal Jonathan’s penchant for both rhythm and inquiry. Apple Music – Web Player+1
Listen now on YouTube:
Ontological Dubchemy — https://www.youtube.com/watchv=wlPUUTrQeZI&list=OLAK5uy_lmU0jo0ioP3twvOC47Flm1uqmbHJ7wDVg
Stream or buy the album:
• Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/us/album/ontological-dubchemy/1811187672
• Amazon Music — https://music.amazon.in/albums/B0F6NTTVLQ
A Sonic Alchemy of Rhythm and Thought
Ontological Dubchemy channels classic dub aesthetics into a cosmic realm of sound, where basslines anchor the listener while the melodies and titles push toward existential reflection. The album weaves together rhythm and philosophy — inviting you to move your body as much as your mind.
With tracks like “Roots of Reason,” “Epistemic Flow,” and “Mystical Irie,” each piece feels both meditative and propulsive. From the opening dub grooves to the spirited riddims of “Red Lion Riddim” and the reflective pulse of “Ontic Dub Voyage,” this album is a celebration of musical exploration and conceptual depth. Amazon Prime Music
Tracklist Highlights
Here’s a glimpse of the 20-song lineup that makes Ontological Dubchemy such a distinctive experience:
- Roots of Reason
- Alkahest Vibrations
- Dub of the Eternal Return
- Spinoza Skank
- Quintessence Dubplate
- Riddim of the Formless
- Epistemic Flow
- Philosopher’s Skankfire
- Prima Materia Groove
- Dubloidal Essence
- Ska of the Noumenon
- Hermetic Echoes
- Anima Mundi Bounce
- Alchemy of Being
- Substance Vibrato
- Dialectic Dubpulse
- Sublime Dissolution
- Mystical Irie
- Ontic Dub Voyage
- Red Lion Riddim Amazon Prime Music
Each track title whispers at the intersection of musical-and-meaning: from metaphysical nods (“Anima Mundi Bounce”) to scholarly puns (“Philosopher’s Skankfire”), Ontological Dubchemy engages both intellect and groove.
Why This Album Matters
Jonathan Kendall continues to evolve his musical voice with Ontological Dubchemy, tapping into dub’s rich tradition while infusing it with conceptual depth. This album isn’t just music — it’s a meditative soundscape created for listeners who want to feel and think simultaneously.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or encountering Jonathan’s work for the first time, this release is an invitation to explore sound through a philosophical and rhythmic lens.
Ready to dive in Hit play on YouTube or stream the album on Apple Music or Amazon — and let the dub vibrations lead you deeper into the music.