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1. The dancehall classic "What a Bam-Bam" has stayed in heavy rotation at reggae and hip-hop parties since it was released by Sister Nancy in 1982. In 2018 Hip-Hop artist from Miami, Amara La Negra released a Spanish language remake. Sister Nancy is the biological sister of another reggae DJ who was extremely popular in the 1980's. Who is Sister Nancy's brother, a brilliant lyricist and role model for many?
2. One of the most commercially successful reggae bands to emerge from Jamaica is unmistakably Third World. With such classics like 96 Degrees in the Shade, Now that We found Love, Try Jah Love, etc the Reggae Ambassadors are still touring despite having lost two of their members in recent years. Which two of Third World's line-up have passed away, one in 2014 and one in 2018?
3. Despite his denial (Call Mi No Poet or Nothing Like Dat) this eloquent and powerful artist's poems have graced the stage on Def Poetry Jam, and he has hosted his own talk radio show in Jamaica for years. Considered by many to be a spokesperson for artist's rights in the industry he has also called for the protection of reggae music as a Jamaican cultural heritage under the United Nations. Once you hear it, Dis Poem will be continued.... in your mind....
4. Known as "The Cool Ruler" this man's sardonic and brilliant lyricism won him respect beyond the reggae industry. Reportedly when Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones met him, Richards was star struck. A NY Times reporter called him "the most exquisite voice in reggae music." Always dressed in suit and tie with a natty fedora this legend passed in 2010 in London. He produced many of his own works on his "African Museum" label.
5. For this beloved Dancehall King, life has not been an easy road. One day after being acquitted on drug charges he won a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album. Being the target of an undercover informant in Florida he was soon charged again with drug possession, it what many believe was a set-up. He has been in in prison for nearly 10 years, and is due to be released in December of 2018. He has a brand new album waiting for his loyal fans. We will wait Til Shiloh if necessary.
6. Without the drum and bass collaboration of this powerhouse duo of studio musicians, much of reggae music simply wouldn't exist. They once told David Letterman in the 1990's that they had written close to 200 dancehall rythmns which were used to create versions for hundreds of artists. When Letterman asked if they were bothered by this "borrowing," the bass player replied "No mon, reggae music belongs to the Jamaican people."
7. This humble giant of a man launched the careers of an entire generation of singers when he offered free singing lessons in order to put together his own group, as told to the author by Danny Clarke of The Meditations. He wrote "Steppin Razor" later recorded by Peter Tosh, and is credited with being The Wailer's singing coach. Bob Marley reportedly told this man's children that "their father" was the "King of Reggae." He passed away from cancer in 1999 in Los Angeles.
8. Apple, Skelley and Wiss are the names of this harmony trio who met at the Alpha Boy's School, an institution dedicated to training Jamaican musicians. They were all survivors of childhood polio. Discovered while singing in the woods one day, the rest is history. Their hit song "Rude Boy Shufflin" decried the lack of reggae exposure in US music media. Apple left the group to pursue a solo career. What is the group called?
9. Born in Trelawny and emerging as an underground poet, this Rasta woman was discovered by the icon Beres Hammond. Her deeply soulful voice has been compared to Nina Simone, the "high priestess of soul." With hits like "Humble Mi" and her tribute to the late Dennis Brown "Bloody City," she has a bright future in store.
10. He often takes hard core reggae fans by surprise when they see this Italian roots reggae singer with locks down to his ankles. Unlike other European acts his appeal is not towards the mainstream audience, but is directed at the Jamaican audience. His hit song "Kingston Town" is a cautionary tale of life in the capitol city.
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