Osbourne Ruddock, known as King Tubby, was a pioneering Jamaican sound engineer whose innovative studio techniques in the 1960s and 1970s shaped the evolution of dub music. Recognized for elevating the role of the mixing engineer to that of an artist, he is widely credited with originating the concept of the remix, paving the way for future developments in electronic and dance music. King Tubby's deep understanding of sound engineering made him a key figure in popular music, influencing generations of producers and musicians.