{"product_id":"d-the-bandulus-vs-the-utopians-soundclash-series-vol-3","title":"The Bandulus Vs. The Utopians- SoundClash Series Vol.3 { VINYL LP }","description":"\u003cp\u003eBadasonic Records proudly presents a new chapter in its Soundclash Series: a transatlantic 45rpm featuring Belgian ska-reggae-soul collective The Utopians and Austin, Texas’ finest rocksteady outfit The Bandulus. Each band reimagines one of the other’s songs, creating a true musical exchange that bridges continents while celebrating shared roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the A-side, The Utopians take on The Bandulus’ rocksteady gem Be Your Man and transform it into a driving early reggae cut, infused with raw energy and vocal stylings influenced by Toots \u0026amp; The Maytals. Flipping to the B-side, The Bandulus reinterpret The Utopians' Don’t Work. Originally an early reggae track, the song is reborn as a late-70s reggae version, adding a fresh electronic edge while keeping the soulful core intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis special release is the direct outcome of the two joint European tours that brought the bands together, solidifying not only their artistic respect but also a genuine friendship. Produced and mixed by Nico Leonard for Badasonic Records, the single captures the warmth of analog recording and the creativity of two groups committed to carrying Jamaican-inspired music into the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable as a collector’s edition 45rpm vinyl and digitally worldwide, this split single is more than just a record — it’s a cultural dialogue, a celebration of collaboration, and a testament to the strong bond between The Utopians and The Bandulus.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv data-bt-autogen\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe Your Man\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t Work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eUPC \u0026gt; 4251896111769\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormat \u0026gt; New Vinyl\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLabel \u0026gt; Badasonic Records\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShop online at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.darksiderecords.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDarkside Records\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow us on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/darksiderecordspk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AEC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43399837548634,"sku":"4251896111769","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/6107\/2986\/files\/4467681-3468494.jpg?v=1779334713","url":"https:\/\/qbrxip-ki.myshopify.com\/products\/d-the-bandulus-vs-the-utopians-soundclash-series-vol-3","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}