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Zion Gates · 08-29-2005, 05:18 PM

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Abijah
Ever since he was a child, Abijah was surrounded by music (his father being a drummer.) He attended music school where he realized that music is what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Soon after leaving Edna Manley School of Performing Arts in Kingston he started to tour, taking the stage name Quenchers and sang with many DJs. He then changed his stage name to Abijah, where he started a solo career doing very well in Jamaica with songs reaching number one in the charts.

The Abyssinians
Starting in 1968, The Abyssinians are a trio of some of the best singers to come out of Jamaica. After one night of a creative burst by the lead singer, The Abyssinians had released the song Satta Massagana, which had only gained success two years later. Soon after its success, their hit song became a rastafarian theme song everywhere. The Abyssinians then released an album entitled Satta Massagana, which by many, is called the best reggae album to ever come out. After many ups and downs (new members joining and leaving) the band got together once more to release two dub albums and a roots album in 1998. The Abyssinians never left their roots and continued to chant about babylon, jah, and the rastafarian religion.

The Aggrovators
The Aggrovators (like The Upsetters) where a band that came from the roots of Lee "Scratch" Perry's first studio where he had collaborated with Bunny Lee to make records. The line-ups always changed but stayed along the lines of band members; Robbie Shakespeare (bass), Carlton "Santa" Davis (drums), Earl "Chinna" Smith (lead guitar), Ansell Collins (piano), Bernard "Touter" Harvey (organ), Tony Chin (guitar), Bobby Ellis (trumpet), Vin Gordon (trombone), Tommy McCook (tenor saxophone) and Lennox Brown (alto saxophone.) Releasing some of the best dub tracks to ever hit the town, The Aggrovators made most of their hit dub songs with produced King Tubby.

Alpha Blondy
Alpha Blondy was born in Sedou Kone in Dimbokoro, Ivory Coast (Africa) in 1953. Growing up listening to reggae Alpha Blondy put out at-least six reggae tune during his teen years. Being heavily influenced by Bob Marley, he converted to the rastafarian faith at a very early age. When reggae started becoming big in Africa (70's and 80's) Alpha Blondy suddenly became very popular there. Once the 80s started, he was already touring all over Africa and being recognized by other big reggae artists all over the world. After putting out many reggae albums, he travelled to Jamaica to do a song with The Wailers, which was a huge inspiration to Alpha Blondy and his band The Solar Systems. Alpha's success as the first reggae star in Africa is well deserved.

Aston "Family Man" Barrett
Probably the most well known bassist to come out of reggae Aston Barrett AKA Family Man put out two Dub c-ds, which were quite successful but very underrated. He started out playing for the band called The Hippie Boys but was mostly known for playing with Bob Marley and The Wailers, Aston Barrett also collaborated with such artists as Lee "Scratch" Perry (playing with some of the artists he produced for), Alpha Blondy, and Burning Spear. He is now working on his solo dub career and playing as a session musician for other artists.

Aswad
Aswad was formed in 1975 by six kids in West London. Aswad were the first English reggae group to sign to a major record label. Some consider Aswad to be one of the best reggae groups to come out of England releasing tracks like Back To Africa, Three Babylon etc. Aswad became very popular and have toured with such bands as Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru etc.

Augustus Pablo
Augustus Pablo was mostly known for his producing but is also a very good solo artist. He became a Rastafarian in his early teen years and taught himself piano and played on the early Wailers tracks. Augustus Pablo collaborated with many artists and produced many albums. Most of his solo career consisted of dub albums (which he produced and made perfect). He also had a few songs which he sung on. His career ended after he died in Kingston at age 43.

Bad Brains
Hardcore and reggae. When you think of one of those genres, the other usually would not come to mind. However, Bad Brains played both genres at the same point in their career. Along with rock, dub, punk, and anything else the band could handle. Although generally considered a hardcore band, none should ignore the reggae and dub accomplishments of Bad Brains. They have played dub/reggae from their early releases in 1982 to their most recent dub album, I & I Survived, released in 2002. And although they are widely accepted as one of the most influential hardcore bands of all time, I, along with others, can agree that their dub and reggae rivals their amazing hardcore reputation. Bad Brains is a perfect starting dub/reggae for those that are already into punk, rock, or hardcore. For more info, check out my profile, http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301441
By El_Shiznit

Barrington Levy
Barrigton Levy is well known for being one of the originators of the dance-hall sound. He first started his career at age 14 when he performed in dance-halls and looking up to his biggest influence Dennis Brown. Soon after his success performing he put out an album which did very well in the market. After seeing his success grow and grow, he was signed to a big record label, where he met many other artists that imitated his style and starting the dance-hall revolution. He has now grown to be one of the most requested singers in the business and releasing hit singles one after another.

Big Youth
Originally born Manley Augustus Buchanan, Big Youth was one of Jamaica’s most popular DJ’s (or toasters). After being a mechanic, Big Youth started DJing for Lord Tipperton's sound system. His debut single was a flop, and so were many of his next singles. He finally got a hit when he hooked up with Gussie Clarke and recorded “The Killer”. "The Killer" was followed by a string of other successful hits, and his debut album Screaming Target. Still alive, Big Youth is a major reggae icon in Jamaica.
By Daniel!

Black Uhuru
Black Uhuru was formed in Jamaica in 1974 by Euvin "Don Carlos" Spencer, Rudolph "Garth" Dennis, and Derrick "Duckie" Simpson. Before they could even put out a record Don Carlos and Garth both left the band, being replaced by Michael Rose and Puma. Soon after Sly and Robbie decided to join the band. Black Uhuru put out album after album almost every year. Later on Puma died of cancer and Michael decided to leave the band and start a solo career, Ducky Simpson being the only original member to stay with Black Uhuru, even today.

Bob Marley
Born Robert Nesta Marley, February 6th, 1945, Bob started his career playing ska music at studio. He then switched to Beverly's studio, to Trojan where he put out 5 albums. His reggae career started when he changed to Island records owned by Chris Blackwell. The high point of his career was during the time he moved to Island records until his death on May 11th, 1981 from cancer. He is the most widely known reggae artist of all time, selling 50% of reggae albums sold around the word. He hasn't just done good for the reggae scene, but helped with the Jamaican economy, spread the word of peace and love and rastafarian beleifs, and helped Africans all over the world.

Bunny Wailer
Born Neville O'Riley Livingston on April 10, 1947 in Jamaica, Bunny Wailer was one of the original members of the Wailers. He toured with them to England and The U.S. and put out many albums with them. After their second album on Island Records (Burnin') Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer decided to leave the band, going separate ways and making their own solo career. Bunny's backup singing was replaced by the I-Threes. Once Bunny left the band he decided to look deep into his roots and study his religion. After doing so he released many records (Blackheart Man being the most famous) spreading his word about religion and struggle. Later in his career he started releasing dance-hall tracks that was liked by many dance-hall fans.

Burning Spear
Originally born Winston Rodney in St. Anne's Bay, on the 1st of March 1948. He started recording at Studio One (which was suggested by Bob Marley to him.) His popularity slowly became more and more popular, soon becoming one of the most famous reggae stars still alive. He was in the music business for over 30 years, after his retirement in 2002. Burning Spear spread Marcus Garvey's message through his own music, and educating all of his listeners about Garvey's works, black struggles, and rastafarian beliefs.

08-29-2005, 05:18 PM	#1
Zion Gates Heart Of The Congo Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Ottawa Posts: 2,449	The I-fficial Reggae / Dub Thread The Official Reggae / Dub Thread. If you would like to join the mailing list, please leave your e-mail Blurbs done by: 43 - Zion Gates 4 - Daniel! 4 - Sweboy 1 - El_Shiznit Abijah Ever since he was a child, Abijah was surrounded by music (his father being a drummer.) He attended music school where he realized that music is what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Soon after leaving Edna Manley School of Performing Arts in Kingston he started to tour, taking the stage name Quenchers and sang with many DJs. He then changed his stage name to Abijah, where he started a solo career doing very well in Jamaica with songs reaching number one in the charts. The Abyssinians Starting in 1968, The Abyssinians are a trio of some of the best singers to come out of Jamaica. After one night of a creative burst by the lead singer, The Abyssinians had released the song Satta Massagana, which had only gained success two years later. Soon after its success, their hit song became a rastafarian theme song everywhere. The Abyssinians then released an album entitled Satta Massagana, which by many, is called the best reggae album to ever come out. After many ups and downs (new members joining and leaving) the band got together once more to release two dub albums and a roots album in 1998. The Abyssinians never left their roots and continued to chant about babylon, jah, and the rastafarian religion. The Aggrovators The Aggrovators (like The Upsetters) where a band that came from the roots of Lee "Scratch" Perry's first studio where he had collaborated with Bunny Lee to make records. The line-ups always changed but stayed along the lines of band members; Robbie Shakespeare (bass), Carlton "Santa" Davis (drums), Earl "Chinna" Smith (lead guitar), Ansell Collins (piano), Bernard "Touter" Harvey (organ), Tony Chin (guitar), Bobby Ellis (trumpet), Vin Gordon (trombone), Tommy McCook (tenor saxophone) and Lennox Brown (alto saxophone.) Releasing some of the best dub tracks to ever hit the town, The Aggrovators made most of their hit dub songs with produced King Tubby. Alpha Blondy Alpha Blondy was born in Sedou Kone in Dimbokoro, Ivory Coast (Africa) in 1953. Growing up listening to reggae Alpha Blondy put out at-least six reggae tune during his teen years. Being heavily influenced by Bob Marley, he converted to the rastafarian faith at a very early age. When reggae started becoming big in Africa (70's and 80's) Alpha Blondy suddenly became very popular there. Once the 80s started, he was already touring all over Africa and being recognized by other big reggae artists all over the world. After putting out many reggae albums, he travelled to Jamaica to do a song with The Wailers, which was a huge inspiration to Alpha Blondy and his band The Solar Systems. Alpha's success as the first reggae star in Africa is well deserved. Aston "Family Man" Barrett Probably the most well known bassist to come out of reggae Aston Barrett AKA Family Man put out two Dub c-ds, which were quite successful but very underrated. He started out playing for the band called The Hippie Boys but was mostly known for playing with Bob Marley and The Wailers, Aston Barrett also collaborated with such artists as Lee "Scratch" Perry (playing with some of the artists he produced for), Alpha Blondy, and Burning Spear. He is now working on his solo dub career and playing as a session musician for other artists. Aswad Aswad was formed in 1975 by six kids in West London. Aswad were the first English reggae group to sign to a major record label. Some consider Aswad to be one of the best reggae groups to come out of England releasing tracks like Back To Africa, Three Babylon etc. Aswad became very popular and have toured with such bands as Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru etc. Augustus Pablo Augustus Pablo was mostly known for his producing but is also a very good solo artist. He became a Rastafarian in his early teen years and taught himself piano and played on the early Wailers tracks. Augustus Pablo collaborated with many artists and produced many albums. Most of his solo career consisted of dub albums (which he produced and made perfect). He also had a few songs which he sung on. His career ended after he died in Kingston at age 43. Bad Brains Hardcore and reggae. When you think of one of those genres, the other usually would not come to mind. However, Bad Brains played both genres at the same point in their career. Along with rock, dub, punk, and anything else the band could handle. Although generally considered a hardcore band, none should ignore the reggae and dub accomplishments of Bad Brains. They have played dub/reggae from their early releases in 1982 to their most recent dub album, I & I Survived, released in 2002. And although they are widely accepted as one of the most influential hardcore bands of all time, I, along with others, can agree that their dub and reggae rivals their amazing hardcore reputation. Bad Brains is a perfect starting dub/reggae for those that are already into punk, rock, or hardcore. For more info, check out my profile, http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301441 By El_Shiznit Barrington Levy Barrigton Levy is well known for being one of the originators of the dance-hall sound. He first started his career at age 14 when he performed in dance-halls and looking up to his biggest influence Dennis Brown. Soon after his success performing he put out an album which did very well in the market. After seeing his success grow and grow, he was signed to a big record label, where he met many other artists that imitated his style and starting the dance-hall revolution. He has now grown to be one of the most requested singers in the business and releasing hit singles one after another. Big Youth Originally born Manley Augustus Buchanan, Big Youth was one of Jamaica’s most popular DJ’s (or toasters). After being a mechanic, Big Youth started DJing for Lord Tipperton's sound system. His debut single was a flop, and so were many of his next singles. He finally got a hit when he hooked up with Gussie Clarke and recorded “The Killer”. "The Killer" was followed by a string of other successful hits, and his debut album Screaming Target. Still alive, Big Youth is a major reggae icon in Jamaica. By Daniel! Black Uhuru Black Uhuru was formed in Jamaica in 1974 by Euvin "Don Carlos" Spencer, Rudolph "Garth" Dennis, and Derrick "Duckie" Simpson. Before they could even put out a record Don Carlos and Garth both left the band, being replaced by Michael Rose and Puma. Soon after Sly and Robbie decided to join the band. Black Uhuru put out album after album almost every year. Later on Puma died of cancer and Michael decided to leave the band and start a solo career, Ducky Simpson being the only original member to stay with Black Uhuru, even today. Bob Marley Born Robert Nesta Marley, February 6th, 1945, Bob started his career playing ska music at studio. He then switched to Beverly's studio, to Trojan where he put out 5 albums. His reggae career started when he changed to Island records owned by Chris Blackwell. The high point of his career was during the time he moved to Island records until his death on May 11th, 1981 from cancer. He is the most widely known reggae artist of all time, selling 50% of reggae albums sold around the word. He hasn't just done good for the reggae scene, but helped with the Jamaican economy, spread the word of peace and love and rastafarian beleifs, and helped Africans all over the world. Bunny Wailer Born Neville O'Riley Livingston on April 10, 1947 in Jamaica, Bunny Wailer was one of the original members of the Wailers. He toured with them to England and The U.S. and put out many albums with them. After their second album on Island Records (Burnin') Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer decided to leave the band, going separate ways and making their own solo career. Bunny's backup singing was replaced by the I-Threes. Once Bunny left the band he decided to look deep into his roots and study his religion. After doing so he released many records (Blackheart Man being the most famous) spreading his word about religion and struggle. Later in his career he started releasing dance-hall tracks that was liked by many dance-hall fans. Burning Spear Originally born Winston Rodney in St. Anne's Bay, on the 1st of March 1948. He started recording at Studio One (which was suggested by Bob Marley to him.) His popularity slowly became more and more popular, soon becoming one of the most famous reggae stars still alive. He was in the music business for over 30 years, after his retirement in 2002. Burning Spear spread Marcus Garvey's message through his own music, and educating all of his listeners about Garvey's works, black struggles, and rastafarian beliefs. Last edited by Zion Gates; 01-09-2006 at 08:26 PM.