The Disciples are a dub roots reggae group that was formed in 1986 by brothers Russ D. and Lol Bell-Brown, named by Jah Shaka after providing Discomix Dubplates for his sound system.
During this time their tracks featured on compilations for labels such as Virgin (Macrodub series), Dope On Plastic, Zip Dog and Dubhead.
In 1996, they formed their second label, Backyard Movements, as a vehicle for producing roots reggae discomix vocal and dub releases.
The label has seen works with both homegrown and Jamaican artists including Prince Alla, Sister Rasheda ( who had previously recorded for Augustus Pablo's Rockers International and Message labels ), Michael Rose, Yami Bolo, Bunny Lie Lie, Lutan Fyah, Prince Malachi, Tony Roots, Danny Vibes, Michael Prophet, Johnny Clarke, Christine Miller, Vivian Jones (singer), Ras Mac Bean, Zion Train and David Ruffy of The Ruts ( under the moniker Powersteppers), Luciano (singer), Alpha & Omega (band), Leroy Smart, High Priest, Anthony Que and others.
Since 1996, the Disciples sound system was dissolved and brother Lol pulled out of the recording business, going on to work for Dub Vendor.