Nagoya
Select One
Select One - History & Background
In 2013, the regular dance event “Rockin’ & Swing” was launched in Nagoya under the initiative of Ackee & Saltfish, bringing together selectors, MCs, and Dee Jays from various local sounds to champion the Rub A Dub Style.
Staying true to the spirit of 70s and 80s Rub A Dub, the concept was simple: selectors would play 7-inch or 12-inch records featuring singers’ original cuts, followed by the iconic call “Part Two Style!“, allowing Ackee & Saltfish, along with other Dee Jays and MCs, to take the mic and ride the version.
The collective that formed around this dance became known as Select One, laying the foundation for the crew as it exists today.
Following the early days of Rockin’ & Swing, members Toiken and Jabba carried on the legacy of Select One, curating selections that ranged from Rocksteady, Early Reggae, and Roots Rock to early digital Dancehall, always staying true to a Strictly Rub A Dub and Roots & Culture approach.
In 2015, Select One had the honor of sharing the stage with Ranking Joe, delivering an authentic 80s Rub A Dub Style session that earned praise from veteran Jamaican artists who had lived through that golden era.
Since then, Select One has had the opportunity to play alongside legendary artists such as Lone Ranger & Carlton Livingston, Josey Wales, and Shinehead, as well as collaborate with various sounds and artists from Japan and abroad.
Select One - Members
Toiken (Selector)
- Began his career as a selector in the mid-90s.
- Formerly a member of Mekillaco and Totalize before becoming a key selector for Select One.
- Mentored by Ackee & Saltfish, he has worked as a tour selector for numerous artists.
- Has played for legendary Jamaican artists including Brigadier Jerry, Lone Ranger, Josey Wales, Carlton Livingston, Coco Tea, Admiral Tibet, Pinchers, and Singing Melody.
Jabba Da Hutt (MC)
- Started as a selector in the mid-90s, operating the sound system Stormy Sky before co-founding Axis and Totalize, eventually taking on the role of MC for Select One.
- Also an active selector in his own right, with deep knowledge not only of Jamaican artists and sound systems, but also other styles beyond dancehall.
- Has played alongside Adrian Sherwood (On-U Sound), Rob Smith (Smith & Mighty), and Jah Iration, even performing with Jah Shaka and Aba Shanti-I.
- Founder of ABSOLUTE RECORDINGS, releasing Machaco’s 7-inch “NEW VIBRATIONS”.
- In addition to music, he is involved in record sleeve design, flyer production, and visual projects, managing multiple creative channels.
In 2013, the regular dance event “Rockin’ & Swing” was launched in Nagoya under the initiative of Ackee & Saltfish, bringing together selectors, MCs, and Dee Jays from various local sounds to champion the Rub A Dub Style.
Staying true to the spirit of 70s and 80s Rub A Dub, the concept was simple: selectors would play 7-inch or 12-inch records featuring singers’ original cuts, followed by the iconic call “Part Two Style!“, allowing Ackee & Saltfish, along with other Dee Jays and MCs, to take the mic and ride the version.
The collective that formed around this dance became known as Select One, laying the foundation for the crew as it exists today.
Following the early days of Rockin’ & Swing, members Toiken and Jabba carried on the legacy of Select One, curating selections that ranged from Rocksteady, Early Reggae, and Roots Rock to early digital Dancehall, always staying true to a Strictly Rub A Dub and Roots & Culture approach.
In 2015, Select One had the honor of sharing the stage with Ranking Joe, delivering an authentic 80s Rub A Dub Style session that earned praise from veteran Jamaican artists who had lived through that golden era.
Since then, Select One has had the opportunity to play alongside legendary artists such as Lone Ranger & Carlton Livingston, Josey Wales, and Shinehead, as well as collaborate with various sounds and artists from Japan and abroad.
Select One - Members
Toiken (Selector)
- Began his career as a selector in the mid-90s.
- Formerly a member of Mekillaco and Totalize before becoming a key selector for Select One.
- Mentored by Ackee & Saltfish, he has worked as a tour selector for numerous artists.
- Has played for legendary Jamaican artists including Brigadier Jerry, Lone Ranger, Josey Wales, Carlton Livingston, Coco Tea, Admiral Tibet, Pinchers, and Singing Melody.
Jabba Da Hutt (MC)
- Started as a selector in the mid-90s, operating the sound system Stormy Sky before co-founding Axis and Totalize, eventually taking on the role of MC for Select One.
- Also an active selector in his own right, with deep knowledge not only of Jamaican artists and sound systems, but also other styles beyond dancehall.
- Has played alongside Adrian Sherwood (On-U Sound), Rob Smith (Smith & Mighty), and Jah Iration, even performing with Jah Shaka and Aba Shanti-I.
- Founder of ABSOLUTE RECORDINGS, releasing Machaco’s 7-inch “NEW VIBRATIONS”.
- In addition to music, he is involved in record sleeve design, flyer production, and visual projects, managing multiple creative channels.
