Burning Spear

Burning Spear
Born: Mar 1, 1948
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Genre: Reggae
Styles: Dub, Roots Reggae, Political Reggae
Biography: One of the most brilliant and respected roots artists in Jamaica's history, Burning Spear (aka Winston Rodney) has unleashed a host of classic dread records over the years. Part Rastafarian preacher, part black historian, more than any other roots artist, Burning Spear has illuminated Rastafarianism ...Read full biography
Marcus Garvey
Released: 1975
Label: Island Records
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Hail H.I.M.
Released: 1980
Label: Radic
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Across five seminal albums, Burning Spear would do more than just define roots; he would leave a fiery legacy that no other artist has equalled. Kicking off with the stunning Marcus Garvey in 1975 and ...Read full review
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