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I-Roy
I-Roy
Born: Jun 28, 1949 in Spanish Town, Jamaica
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Died: Nov 27, 1999 in Spanish Town, Jamaica
Genre: Reggae
Styles: DJ, Roots Reggae, Dancehall
Biography: Along with U-Roy, Dennis Alcapone, and Big Youth, I-Roy was one of a quartet of DJs that reigned supreme over the Jamaican music scene during the early to mid-'70s. Of the four, I-Roy was the most eloquent, and his toasts were littered with references to pop culture, from movies to historical figures. ...Read full biography
Ten Commandments
Ten Commandments
Released: 1978
Label: Frontline
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It was one of the most stunningly audacious concepts of all time. Versioning a song was one thing, and by 1977 an enormously popular one at that, but the idea of versioning an entire album was something ...Read full review
Musical Shark Attack
Musical Shark Attack
Released: 1976
Label: Virus
Critics' Rating:
This album features "Semi-Classical Natty Dread" and "Tribute to Marcus Garvey." ~ Michael G. Nastos, All Music Guide ...Read full review
More I-Roy albums: Main Albums (25), Compilations (8), Singles & EPs (1)
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