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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...

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 of amazing recordings, he was a master at his craft. Rest Well daddy Roy!! R.I.P. Walk good, Shaggy ...

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.

Who Would Be Swizz Beatz and Timbaland's Dream Verzuz Matchup? By Daniel Malloy Copy link By Daniel Malloy The hip-hop producers behind the pandemic sensation Verzuz, Timbaland and Swizz Beats join The Carlos Watson Show to talk about their adjustments to the COVID-19 world and to break down their show’s best moments. Read on for some of the highlights from the full interview, which you can find on the show’s podcast feed. Origin Story Carlos Watson: How did it start? Whose idea was it? Was this a new thing, literally just came in the moment you knew that people needed something and you ...