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Jamaican Music Tastemaker And Pioneering Toaster U-Roy Dies At 78 Among those paying their respects were dancehall star Shaggy and influential broadcaster David Rodigan. Published on Jamaican vocalist U-Roy died yesterday (17) at the age of 78. In a recording career of more than 40 years, he was recognised as a pioneer and master of the vocal art of toasting. It’s reported that he had been ill for some time, and passed away following surgery at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI...

Legendary Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall toaster U-Roy has died at the age of 78.

True King of Dancehall – U Roy, dies at 78 94SHARES On Wednesday night the veteran toaster died in Jamaica, according to a report. Shaggy was one of the dancehall stars who posted on social media, saying, we lost one of our heroes today who was a true legend in this game of dance hall/ Reggae if you’re a fan of Jamaican sound system, then you’re a fan of Stur Gav sound. With greats such as Colonel Josey Whales and Charlie Chaplin, who were pioneers in this game. U Roy had a catalogue ...

Legendary pioneer of the dancehall, U Roy is dead. The veteran toaster reportedly died in his native Jamaica on Wednesday night after ailing for some time. He was 78.