U-Roy Born
Ewart Beckford born in Kingston. 'The Originator' — first DJ to popularize toasting on records. Died Feb 2021.
Also on the calendar: U-Roy passed away — February 17th
Ewart Beckford born in Kingston. 'The Originator' — first DJ to popularize toasting on records. Died Feb 2021.
Also on the calendar: U-Roy passed away — February 17th
Alaine Laughton. Jamaican reggae/dancehall artist.
While jogging near Central Park South with Alan 'Skill' Cole during the US leg of the Uprising Tour, Marley collapsed with a seizure. He was hospitalized and doctors soon discovered the melanoma had spread through his body.
The Wailers were advanced £4,000 by Chris Blackwell in 1972 with no formal contract — an extraordinary act of trust that launched reggae globally.
Hawaii Reggae Network is Hawaii's 24/7 reggae radio station, streaming live from Maui.
