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Dennis Brown: from a Jamaican child prodigy to the Crown Prince of Reggae

Dennis Emmanuel Brown was born in Kingston, Jamaica, on February 1, 1957. His father, Arthur Brown, was a prominent Jamaican actor, while his brother Basil was a popular radio personality when Dennis was a child. Surrounded by art and music, Dennis Brown started singing at school early. Byron Lee soon discovered him, booking ‘Little Dennis

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Jah Shaka Biography: mystical music experiences by an enigmatic performer

Jah Shaka is considered the father of sound systems in the U.K. and hailed for his forward-thinking style with dub experimentalism incorporating electronic elements without losing any heaviness. Born in Jamaica around the 1950s, Jah Shaka moved to Southeast London with his parents at the age of eight. Jah Shaka’s real name is not known

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Reggae’s Young Icons: 10 Jamaican Child Stars Who Shaped the Sound of a Generation

This article was last updated in July 2025. Reggae has always been more than just music—it’s a cultural force, a spiritual language, and a historical voice for the marginalized. What many fans don’t realize is that some of reggae’s most influential artists began their careers as child prodigies, lighting up sound systems, studios, and stages

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