The Gleaner ran a notice the other day about Joe Higgs being honored for his contribution to Jamaican music. This is of course an understatement to say the least. He was instrumental in influencing Bob Marley as well as recording his own wonderful compositions. Pressure Sounds re-issued his collection “Life of Contradiction” last year and it’s well worth picking up.
Joe Higgs, who died in 1999, will be honored along with performer/producer Winston Riley; Keith Lyn, former singer with Byron Lee and the Dragonaires; musician/artiste Charles ‘Charlie Organaire’ Cameron and others.
Winston Riley will be of note as well to fans of this blog as a member of The Techniques and mastermind behind many boss hits including the true classic “Double Barrel” and the Techniques label.
READ MORE HERE – www.jamaica-gleaner.com
EVENTS
Keith & Tex Stop That Train in LA Sat Jan 12
The new year kicks off with more sweet sweet Rocksteady and Ska in ... ∞
Derrick Harriot to Play LA Feb 2 Tickets on Sale Now
Hotshot Sounds and Angel City Soul Club have announced their ... ∞
FEATURE STORIES
Joe Strummer Vs. The Tennors: Ride Your Donkey
Here’s a little version throwdown! Take two versions of the same song and let em ... ∞
History of Skinhead Reggae 1968-1972 Book Available Now
Visiting the Trojan Forum recently there was a post about a new ... ∞
POST COMMENTS