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About Dubshot

DubShot Records is a New York City area based label/distribution company that provides a variety of services for a select group of artists and labels in Reggae and Dancehall.

Founded in 2008 by American music industry maestro Christoffer Mannix Schlarb, DubShot was one of the first digital distributors of Caribbean music. With a proprietary label and distribution roster of over 70 sub-labels, producers, and artists, the company takes a grass roots approach to marketing and digital distribution for the 3K plus releases in the catalog.

DubShot’s in-house label and production studio boast a stylistic approach to cross-genre productions; many of the releases are Caribbean in theme, and host an elite set of co-producers and artists churning out regular hits.

Founded in 2008 by New York based record executive and producer Chris ‘Mannix’ Schlarb, DubShot Records is the premiere distribution company for the best in reggae, dancehall and all things caribbean. Taking the music of Jamaica and the diaspora from the streets to the suites with a holistic approach to digital and physical distribution and marketing. With an elite roster of producers, artists, and labels, the label is known as the home to many of the best known songs loved by fans around the world.

“DubShot Records was one of the first digital distributors in reggae and dancehall, being a pioneer in the digital world has kept us on the forefront of technology and allowed our partners to take advantage of the cutting edge. With a strong focus on marketing and artist development, we have created a unique holistic approach to our releases by combining adtech with traditional music marketing efforts. Our focus has always been quality over quantity.”

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CEO, Founder – Chris Mannix

“DubShot Records was one of the first digital distributors in reggae and dancehall, being a pioneer in the digital world has kept us on the forefront of technology and allowed our partners to take advantage of the cutting edge. With a strong focus on marketing and artist development, we have created a unique holistic approach to our releases by combining adtech with traditional music marketing efforts. Our focus has always been quality over quantity.”

Meet the Team

DubShot Records is the premiere distribution company for the best in reggae, dancehall and all things caribbean. 




Chris Mannix

CEO, Founder

dubshotrecords@gmail.com


Chris Mannix

CEO, Founder

Founded in 2008 by New York based record executive and producer Chris ‘Mannix’ Schlarb, DubShot Records is the premiere distribution company for the best in reggae, dancehall and all things caribbean. Taking the music of Jamaica and the diaspora from the streets to the suites with a holistic approach to digital and physical distribution and marketing. With an elite roster of producers, artists, and labels, the label is known as the home to many of the best known songs loved by fans around the world.




King I-Vier

Executive Marketing and Promotional Strategist

dubshotrecords@gmail.com


King I-Vier

Executive Marketing and Promotional Strategist

King I-Vier, an award-winning Reggae DJ-Producer based in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been a dominant force in the genre for over a decade. As the driving power behind Jah Warrior Shelter Hi-Fi, an internationally acclaimed champion sound system, and founder of Upmost, he’s earned numerous titles and trophies along the California coast since the late ‘90s, solidifying his legacy in Sound Clash culture and beyond.




Terry Bennett

Director of Marketing and DSP Relations

dubshotrecords@gmail.com


Terry Bennett

Director of Marketing and DSP Relations

With over 25 years of experience in the music industry and 10+ years in corporate leadership, I bring a unique blend of expertise and strategic insight to amplify opportunities within the Reggae and Dancehall diaspora. My mission is to bridge the gap between culture and commerce, driving global impact for these vibrant genres.











About Dubshot

DubShot Records is a New York City area based label/distribution company that provides a variety of services for a select group of artists and labels in Reggae and Dancehall.

Founded in 2008 by American music industry maestro Christoffer Mannix Schlarb, DubShot was one of the first digital distributors of Caribbean music. With a proprietary label and distribution roster of over 70 sub-labels, producers, and artists, the company takes a grass roots approach to marketing and digital distribution for the 3K plus releases in the catalog.

DubShot’s in-house label and production studio boast a stylistic approach to cross-genre productions; many of the releases are Caribbean in theme, and host an elite set of co-producers and artists churning out regular hits.