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U-Roy at Open East Festival in 2013 (Photo by Véronique Skelsey) There has been an outpouring of tributes from the Jamaican music fraternity on social media, following the passing of U-Roy, the man responsible for birthing the Dancehall genre. The Dancehall pioneer, born Ewart Beckford in Kingston, and popularly known as Daddy U Roy died Wednesday night in Kingston at age 78, after ailing for some time. U-Roy who is an awardee of the Jamaican Order of Distinction for his pioneering musical exploits, is renowned for coining the iconic phrase “Wake The Town and tell The People.” Shaggy and Sean Paul were among the first Dancehall artists to pay tribute on their Instagram pages, following the announcement of U-Roy’s passing. ....
David Corio/Redferns U-Roy, the influential reggae artist who specialized in the art of toasting and whose style became a key precursor in the early development of hip-hop, has died at the age of 78. The singer and producer died in his native Jamaica Wednesday after a long illness, Loop Jamaica reported. “We are very sad to announce that pioneering DJ who revolutionised the sound of Jamaican music in the early Seventies – Ewat Beckford aka U Roy has passed away at the age of 78 yesterday in Jamaica,” Trojan Records tweeted. Dub producer and Ariwa label founder Mad Professor wrote on Facebook, “What can I say? A very sad moment of transition for the man who inspired Ariwa. Without him, there would be no Ariwa. From I was 15 when I heard ....
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) in Jamaica. Among those taking to social media to show their respect on hearing the news was pop and dancehall star ....
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 of amazing recordings, he was a master at his craft. Rest Well daddy Roy!! R.I.P. Walk good, Shaggy stated. ....