Joan
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U Roy
U Roy AKA Ewart Beckford, Hugh Roy. Born in 1942, Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. began as a sound system DJ in 1961, spinning records for the Doctor Dickies set, later known as Dickies Dynamic, in such well-known Jamaican venues as Victoria Pier, Foresters Hall and Emmett Park. His inspiration was the DJ Winston Count Machuki, who worked for Coxsone Dodd and subsequently on Prince Buster's Voice Of The People sound system.
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The Slackers
One of New York's most notable ska bands, the Slackers formed in Brooklyn in 1991 and have played the world over many times since. Their first release was an eponymous self-released album, distributed by Moon Records in 1993 on cassette. Their first real debut is "Better Late Than Never" on moon ska records. Coming out in 1996, this album saw a movement to more traditional ska music, as opposed to their earlier two-tone and garage influences. It was produced by Victor Rice, a noted ska/reggae producer, who also played bass for them at one point.
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Soldiers of Jah Army
SOJA- based out of Washington DC:
The music is rooted in reggae, and the branches are strong with influences of rock, alternative and hip-hop, creating for them a truly unique sound. This is conscious, original, and creative music with a message, most notable for their protest/war songs. Details of Get Wiser (DMV Records)
Co-produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered by veteran sound engineer Jim Fox at LION and FOX Studios.
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Peter Hunningale
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Robert Emanuel
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Kanka
Influenced by UK and Jamaican dub, Kanka's sound is steppa
WARRIOR STYLE!
His compositions are based on a strong bass & drums section. Though the reggae riddim often be heard, it sounds of today: tempos are particulary high for this kind of music, and the heavy bass line combines with a dynamic drum style and electro soundz. His first album "Don't stop dub" was released on Hammerbass Records in March 2005. Acclaimed by all the actors of the international dub scene and played by respected sound systems, this album gave him the opportunity to make himself known to worldwide dub addicts.
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Ruby and The Vines
Ruby and the Vines, fronted by vocalist/bassist Binisa Bonner, fuse influences as diverse as Congolese roots music, jazz, afro-beat and reggae. The line-up is completed by guitarist Greg Sanders and drummer Ben Assiter, who complement Binisa's soulful, frank vocal delivery and deftly melodic bass lines with a meticulous groove. Hotly tipped by Max Reinhardt (The Shrine, BBC Late Junction) as a ''wild, hot and about to happen new trio", Ruby and the Vines debuted their unique brand of afro-rock in June 2010 to great acclaim at the Celebrating Sanctuary festival, hosted by BBC London.
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Bitty McLean
Bitty McLean is a reggae music singer, producer and musician. His career took off in 1994 with covers of The Shirelles' "Dedicated To The One I Love" and Fats Domino's "It Keeps Rainin (Tears from my eyes)". Following the superb "On Bond street" (2004), "MOVIN' ON", his new album, produced in Kingston with Reggae legends Sly & Robbie, is scheduled for release in 2008. McLean has also worked with the popular British reggae band, UB40, producing and mixing their "Promises and Lies" best seller and participated in "Running Free" Ali Campbell's solo album.
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Popes of Chillitown
Is the Pope catholic? Well, not these ones, but they sure can hold a tune! Hailing from Ealing - Queen of West London - Popes of Chillitown are not only much more sprightly than Ratzinger, but they're better looking to boot. Attendees of the Pope's divine service can expect a heavenly portion of lite-rock accompanied by a cheeky reggae relish, all served up with a smile and a sincere veneration for never giving up on the good times. For more info check out: www.myspace.com/popesofchillitown
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