Finally, pioneering reggae band Black Uhuru bring their classic dub vibes to The State Room on Thursday, Sept. 6. Founded in Kingston, Jamaica in 1972 by Derrick “Duckie” Simpson, the original Uhuru (a Swahili word for freedom) lineup shifted rapidly before settling into a steady groove. In 1985, Black Uhuru even won the inaugural Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album, proving it could appeal to roots rock purists and mainstream listeners alike. The futuristic instrumentation of “Sinsemilla” still shocks and awes to this day.