“Boom Shacka Lacka” is a classic track and massive hit for Hopeton Lewis of course and one of my personal favorites. The flip side of the Duke Reid UK (DR 2505) release is a sweet instrumental version “Dynamite” credite to Tommy McCook. It’s also a monthly dance party in London’s Soho! Their next event is [...]
Read the obituary from the two main Jamaican papers below:
Jamaica Gleaner
Jamaica Observer
Here’s a classic from the master himself.
Rocksteady legend Lynn Tait died yesterday of blood cancer.
Condolences and tributes are coming in from around the world. Roots Rock Rebel from Montreal and a regular contributor to our sister site Musical Occupation has already posted a tribute which can be found at the site. You can also follow tributes and stories being posted [...]
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