classic bands from the '70s are Black Slate,Aswad,Misty in Roots & Matumbi featuring Dennis Bovell who is an independent artist in his own right whilst recording with the English dub poet Linton Kwesi Johnson,modern dub collective from Inglan is the fantastic Vibronics & of course I have to mention Jah Shaka plus the Mad Professor
Bob Marley
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The movement, bob Marley, sublime, rebalution those are some great reggae artist :)
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Everyone has heard of the great Bob Marley, the reggae legend but there are many other great reggae artists such as The Maytals or Alton Ellis. Ska the precursor of reggae had many hits such as Baggy Trousers by Madness or A Message To You Rudy by The Specials.
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Frankie Paul. it's on Trojan Records anthology
the genre for wavin flag is world music, reggae and rap in the middle
Most reggae originated from the slaves coming over from Africa , but blues is one of the main forms of music. Even today reggae normally has something to say i.e about love, drugs, politics and even how they feel about other artists
The reggae version of Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" is performed by the band The Corrs, featuring the Jamaican reggae artist, Ziggy Marley. This rendition adds a unique twist to the classic song while maintaining its melodic essence. The collaboration showcases a fusion of rock and reggae, highlighting the versatility of both artists.
The reggae version of "Always and Forever," originally sung by Heatwave, was performed by the British reggae band UB40. Their rendition brought a distinct reggae flavor to the classic love song, making it popular among fans of the genre. UB40's style added a new dimension to the heartfelt lyrics, showcasing their versatility as artists.
Reggae music originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s, with its roots tracing back to earlier styles such as ska and rocksteady. The genre gained international recognition in the 1970s, largely due to artists like Bob Marley. Thus, reggae has been around for over 50 years.