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Volume 22/Issue 42
Media Coverage of Reggae Since 1995
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Kingston, JA -FREE EVENTS "UNDA DI ALMOND TREE SERIES - Mark Your Calendar
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 WICKIE WACKIE MUSIC FESTIVAL PRESENTS UNDA DI ALMOND TREE SERIES
KINGSTON, JAMAICA — The Wickie Wackie Music & Camping Festival 2026 proudly re‑announces "Unda Di Almond Tree" — an intimate limited series planting a direct pathway from Kingston’s grassroots scene to WWMF26’s (Wickie Wackie Music Festival) new third day dedicated to emerging artists.
The series kicked off on October 1, 2025 with a standout performance by the Affirmation Band alongside SPECHiNAL, Sashone, Jah Vezl and Shanice Sewell — It was a night of roots rocking energy that confirmed the concept that Kingston has a next generation ready to step up.
Next in the series was October 15, which featured the Affirmation Band with Karbon D Hardone, Inezi, Birdz‑I, Leego and Spacekat. It will then be followed on October 29 and two November dates, the 12th and 26th.
All shows run 6:00–10:00 PM at The Musical Jungle Rehearsal Studios, 9 Springvale Avenue, Kingston.
"Unda Di Almond Tree" is more than a showcase; it’s a cultural movement that connects local talent to international stages. Each event presents curated emerging acts in a close, personal setting designed to foster real connection between artists, industry professionals and music fans. The five standout performers from the series will earn coveted spots on the festival’s new third day in February 2026, creating a tangible pipeline from Kingston to Bull Bay and expanding opportunities for the next generation of reggae and Caribbean artists. "We're not just expanding our festival; we're expanding opportunities," said Kumar Bent, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and festival founder.
Partners collaborating with WWMF —Jacana Life, Touch The Road, SR Entertainment, Ruhr Breeze Sound, Reggae Ambassador Music, Herbs & Music, The Musical Jungle and Reggae Again -— are supporting intimate on-site activations, community outreach and artist development
Artists who want to submit for future showcases, partners interested in collaborating, and fans who want to attend can get involved by contacting linkup@wickiewackiemusicfest.com.
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THIS SUNDAY - Berkeley, CA - 38th Annual Celebration of Peter Tosh’s Birthday at Ashkenaz on October 19
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 Out Of Many One Productions presents the Peter Tosh Birthday Celebration on Sunday, October 19 on what would have been Peter Tosh’s 80th birthday. This 38th installment of this Bay Area tradition will be held at Ashkenaz in Berkeley.
Attendees will enjoy rare footage of Peter Tosh’s early life. Live music will be provided by Jahdan Blakkamoore, Sampalue, Rastareens w/ Sister Alreca, and Jahwarri, all backed by The Brickyard Band. The MC of the evening is local celebrity radio DJ Spliff Skankin who will be spinning starting at 6pm. The Out Of Many One Nyabinghi Drummers will also be performing ceremonial Rastafarian drumming and chanting.
Peter Tosh, the “Stepping Razor”, was a Rastafarian, and in keeping with his beliefs, the entire event will be performed by Rastafarian practitioners. The public is welcome to come and enjoy this pure “Rasta” ceremony.
This event is produced by Carl T. He is Peter Tosh’s cousin and grew up with him as well as toured with Tosh as his cook. He says, “We have celebrated Peter Tosh’s birthday one way or the other since his passing in 1987.
The Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center is located at 1317 San Pablo Avenue in Berkeley, CA. (510) 525-5099. $30 tickets are available at www.ashkenaz.com or at the door.
All-ages event. Kids under 12 free and kids 13-17 are half price at the door.
GET TIX HERE call 510-326-2038.
For media inquiries: Kaati, RBA Publicity, 775-846-8238, rbapublishing@gmail.com
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Shanachie Entertainment Presents The Mystic World of Augustus Pablo — Crucial Cuts
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 Shanachie Entertainment Presents The Mystic World of Augustus Pablo — Crucial Cuts
Vinyl and Digital available now;CD out 11/7
Augustus Pablo is a legendary figure in reggae music, and as an artist and producer one of the main architects of dub music and creator of two of the top 100 reggaealbums of all time according to Rolling Stone: King
LISTEN / DOWNLOAD HERE
Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown and East of The River Nile.
The Mystic World of Augustus Pablo: Crucial Cuts is a compilation of 12 killer tracks drawn from the acclaimed compilation The Mystic World of Augustus Pablo: The Rockers Story and includes such classic singles as “East of the River Nile” and “King Tubby’s Meets Rockers Uptown,” and wonderful rarities such as Paul Blackman’s “Earth, Wind & Fire” and Earl Sixteen’s “Changing World.”
With a mix of dubs, instrumental works and vocal tracks Pablo produced on singers,this compilation is the perfect introduction to Pablo’s music and arguably the best single disc representation of his genius.
Track List: 1. AUGUSTUS PABLO:King Tubby Meets Rockers Uptown
2. EARL SIXTEEN:Changing World
3. AUGUSTUS PABLO:555 Crown Dub
4. AUGUSTUS PABLO:East of the River Nile
5. AUGUSTUS PABLO:Ital Sip
6. PAUL BLACKMAN:Earth Wind & Fire
7. AUGUSTUS PABLO:Rockers Meet King Tubby Ina Firehouse
8. DELROY WILLIAMS:Think Twice
9. AUGUSTUS PABLO:Havendale Rock
10. HUGH MUNDELL:Great Tribulation
11. AUGUSTUS PABLO:Keep On Dubbing
12. AUGUSTUS PABLO:Silent Satta
LISTEN / DOWNLOAD HERE
www.shanachie.com
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O'ahu, HI - October 18-19, 2025 - HOLO HOLO MUSIC FESTIVAL
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 Good Vibez Presents in Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawaii - HOLO HOLO MUSIC FESTIVAL JOIN US FOR POWERHOUSE LINEUPS & NEW ISLAND CULINARY EXPERIENCE
O'ahu, HI - October 18-19, 2025
Good Vibez Presents is thrilled to announce the addition of The Green, Paula Fuga, Katchafire,
and Johnny Suite to the already stacked lineup taking over Bishop Museum on October 18–19, 2025.
They join an incredible roster of beloved island and reggae artists, including J Boog, Josh Tatofi, Collie Buddz, Ooklah The Moc, Eli-Mac, FIA, Landon McNamara, and Kanaka Fyah, with the entire weekend hosted by Western Conference.
“This is the moment we’ve been building toward, bringing Holo Holo home to Oʻahu with a powerful lineup of artists who represent the heart and soul of island music,” says Dan Sheehan, co-owner of Good Vibez Presents.
This two-day celebration marks the first-ever Holo Holo stop on Oʻahu after traveling to California, Nevada, and beyond. Inspired by Sheehan’s upbringing in ʻEwa Beach, Holo Holo’s return to Hawaiʻi is more than a tour date; it’s a homecoming.
Single Day and 4-Pack tickets are on sale now at www.holoholofestival.com/oahu.
As part of its mission to uplift and give back to the local community, $2 from every ticket sold will benefit Kamaʻō Hawaii, a nonprofit founded by The Green that focuses on music education and preserving Hawaiian culture.
Event: Holo Holo Music Festival – Honolulu, Oʻahu
Dates: Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19, 2025
Venue: Bishop Museum – 1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Full Lineup Includes:
J Boog, Josh Tatofi, The Green, Collie Buddz, Paula Fuga,
Katchafire, Ooklah The Moc, Eli-Mac, FIA, Landon McNamara,
Johnny Suite, Kanaka Fyah
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Joe Bogdanovich receives AFJ International Achievement Award in New York
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 It was a night of Jamaican pride and international prestige as Josef ‘Joe’ Bogdanovich, chief executive officer of DownSound Entertainment, producers of Reggae Sumfest, received the International Achievement Award at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala at the iconic Plaza Hotel in Manhattan last Friday.
The annual AFJ event celebrated visionaries who continue to shape Jamaica’s global image through excellence, leadership, and service.
As Bogdanovich took the stage to accept his award, presented by Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, he paused for a moment, visibly moved by the applause echoing through the grand ballroom.
“This award means so much because it represents Jamaica — its people, its power, its passion,” he said. “Moving to Jamaica changed my life. Reggae isn’t just music; it’s a heartbeat that unites the world, and I’m honoured to play a role in sharing that rhythm.”
Bogdanovich’s journey from businessman to a key cultural player has been defined by bold moves and a deep commitment to Jamaica. Under his leadership, and along with his team, Reggae Sumfest has continued to evolve, while his philanthropic work continues to touch communities across the island.
The gala was more than an awards ceremony; it was a celebration of Jamaican excellence. Guests were treated to captivating live performances by Agent Sasco, The Alpha School of Music Ensemble, and DJ Max Glazer, with a surprise appearance by Minister Marion Hall.
The evening’s other honouree, Jason Henzell, chairman of Jake’s Hotel and founder of the BREDS Foundation, received the International Humanitarian Award for his groundbreaking work in community development in Treasure Beach, St Elizabeth.
Throughout the night, stories of resilience, philanthropy, and national pride echoed through the halls of The Plaza, a fitting setting for a celebration of Jamaica’s brightest contributors abroad.
For Bogdanovich, the recognition serves not as a capstone, but a call to keep building. “This isn’t just about what we’ve achieved,” he said in closing. “It’s about what’s next, for music, for our people, and for Jamaica. The best is yet to come.”
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Long Beach, CA ~ Sunday, October 19th, 2025 - Legends Fest with The Wailers, E.N. Young and more
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 On Sunday, October 19th, 2025, Tangent Productions Presents Legends Fest featuring SoCal’s finest talented artists. Come spend a legendary evening with…
The Wailers- Grammy Nominated Reggae Pioneers! Also performing are E.N Young, DUBBEST, Fully Fullwood, The Simpkin Project, and Skunkdub. Spinning for the evening is DJ Rome. Plus, the one and only Ras Mike Nug Radio to host the night!
Get your tickets HERE
Venue: Golden Sails Hotel - 6285 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. - Long Beach, California 90803
ALL AGES, 21 & over full bar, food trucks and free parking. Doors open at 3:30PM
The Wailers: 2025 Tour Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Natural Mystic: The Legend Lives On.
Embark on an extraordinary musical journey with The Wailers in 2025 as they commemorate the 30th anniversary of their acclaimed compilation album, Natural Mystic: The Legend Lives On.
E. N Young- Performing since he was 15 years old with several studio albums won the San Diego Music Award in 2009, and has played onstage with many influential reggae artists including Quino Big Mountain, Johnny Clarke, Sammy Dread, Sister Nancy, Anuhea, Carlton Livingston, Don Carlos, Slightly Stoopid, Tribal Seeds and more.
Dubbest—originally from the Boston area, formed in 2009 by close school friends. Moving from Boston to San Diego in 2016, Dubbest has carved out their place in the Cali scene with soulful harmonies and a heavy roots reggae sound. Having toured the nation with acts like Fortunate Youth, Kbong & Johnny Cosmic, Arise Roots, Bumpin Uglies, Passafire, The Expanders, and many more, the group has further developed their live sound through constant improvement.
The Fully Fullwood Band—Fully Fullwood is a truly well-earned recognition as being one of "the Greats" of the music industry, deeply creative and positively innovative—one of the most popular and well-known bass players in the world and has worked and recorded with every major artist out of Jamaica. His list of credits reads like a who's-who of the 20th century's most important musical artists Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Michael Rose, Mikey Dread, The Mighty Diamonds, Black Uhuru, Joe Higgs, Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, Frankie Paul, Big Youth, U-Roy, Sister Carol, John Holt, Judy Mowatt, Ken Boothe, Andrew Tosh, Delroy Wilson, and many more have utilized the outstanding talents of this absolutely amazing composer, producer and musician. The originator and leader of the "Soul Syndicate Band," Fully Fullwood has the distinction of also being a member of reggae superstar Peter Tosh's famous band, "Word, Sound and Power" whom he recorded with and also toured with extensively.
Simpkin Project—is renowned for their distinctive fusion of reggae and roots rock, skillfully intertwining authentic rhythms with a captivating wall-of-sound production style. Frontman Phil Simpkin's lyrical compositions range from simply truthful to stirringly anthemic. Their rich guitar work, influenced by blues and rock 'n' roll, blends seamlessly with thumping drums, bass, percussion, and rhythmic guitar—a homage to Jamaica's celebrated music. Lush keyboard arrangements create a vibrant backdrop, enhancing the brilliance of three-part vocal harmonies. Their unwavering dedication to reggae is evident in dynamic live performances, songwriting, and studio recordings.
Skunkdub—is a soulful California Reggae artist with a distinctly classic rockers dub sound. Accompanied by his band, The High Influence, Skunkdub is most known for his melodic, psychedelic, high-energy live performances.
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Las Vegas, NV - Free Concert with Julian Marley and The Wailers - October 18
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 Las Vegas Free Concert Alert 🚨 Roots, rock, and royalty under the Vegas lights 🌿✨Ring the alarm! Experience the legendary Julian Marley & The Wailers live on the 3rd Street Stage — October 18 at 9PM.
Let’s close out Downtown Rocks with pure positive vibrations. One love, one night only. 💚💛❤️
#JulianMarley #TheWailers #JuJuRoyal #DowntownRocks #ReggaeVibes #OneLove #LiveMusic #VegasNights
https://vegasexperience.com/dtr/
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 New Single by RAS ATTITUDE “LIGHTUP" Featuring Akae Beka – Produced by Jordan “Iaahden” Jones
Released August 2025 – Available on all major platforms
LISTEN / DOWNLOAD HERE
Ras Attitude returns with “Light Up,” a powerful roots anthem celebrating the sacred herb, featuring the eternal voice of Akae Beka (Vaughn Benjamin) and produced by the late Jordan “Iaahden” Jones.
Released August 2025, the single uplifts cannabis not only as a plant, but as a divine gift for meditation, healing, and higher consciousness. “This is more than a ganja tune,” says Ras Attitude. “It’s about praising the Most High for this holy herb that brings healing to nations and guidance to the soul. Vaughn and Iaahden helped make this message timeless.”
“Light Up” continues the Virgin Islands’ tradition of roots reggae that reveres cannabis as sacramental, medicinal, and revolutionary. It’s both a tribute to Akae Beka and Iaahden,
and a call to keep the flame of enlightenment burning.
Track Credits:
Artist: Ras Attitude
Feature: Akae Beka (Vaughn Benjamin)
Producer: Jordan “Iaahden” Jones
(in loving memory)
Genre: Roots Reggae /
Virgin Islands Reggae
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Partii Animalz Global
PartiiAnimalz@gmail.com | 678-908-4209
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CHILL OUT DUB by Chuck Foster now released
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 Chill Out Dub is Chuck Foster's eighth dub release. recorded at Rough Sounds studio in Redondo Beach California. Featured players include Mike Irwin on bass and keyboards, Horseman on drums, Tony Chin and Mystery Man on guitars.
All dub mixes by Mike and Chuck. It's now available on compact disc and digitally via I-Tunes, Spotify, Amazon and other major platforms.
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Dubmatix shares...Desmond Dekker & The Aces — The Israelites: A Reggae Anthem of Struggle and Salvation
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 Desmond Dekker & The Aces — The Israelites: A Reggae Anthem of Struggle and Salvation
How a Jamaican street song became one of the first reggae hits to conquer the world.
In 1969, a lean, urgent tune from Kingston burst onto radios in London and New York. “The Israelites” by Desmond Dekker & The Aces wasn’t just another island single — it was the first reggae track to top the UK charts and break into the U.S. Top 10. Its themes of struggle, poverty, and spiritual survival resonated across cultures, making it one of the foundation stones for reggae’s global rise.
Enjoy VIDEO HERE
Desmond Dekker, born Desmond Adolphus Dacres on July 16, 1941, in Saint Andrew Parish, Jamaica, grew up immersed in music, singing in church with his family. Before finding success, he worked as a tailor and welder, where his coworkers recognized his voice and encouraged him to pursue a music career. Though his first auditions at Studio One and Treasure Isle ended in rejection, he persisted and eventually found his breakthrough when producer Leslie Kong signed him to Beverley’s Records.
With the support of his backing group, The Aces: Barry Howard, Wilson James, and Easton Barrington Howard — Dekker began building momentum. He scored local success with “007 (Shanty Town)” before breaking internationally with “Israelites.” More hits followed, including “It Mek” (1969) and “You Can Get It If You Really Want” (1970), each cementing his role as a pioneer of reggae on the world stage. Decades later, his influence endured, with collaborations such as his 1990s recordings alongside The Specials showing that his voice and message still carried weight across generations.
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Pompano Beach, FL ~ Join us for our FREE Annual Caribbean Fest featuring an unforgettable night of LIVE music and entertainment - Saturday, October 18, 2025
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 Join us for our FREE Annual Caribbean Fest featuring an unforgettable night of LIVE music and entertainment 🌴🎶
2025 ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP:
🎶 Headliner: @therealrupee known for his hit single “Tempted to Touch”
🎶 Opening: @tviceband
🎧 Live DJ sets by @djmikecooley
🎤 Hosted by @jodezgray
📅 Saturday, October 18 | 5–10 PM
📍 Pompano Community Park, 1801 NE 6th Street
Bring your crew and experience the best of Caribbean culture — live performances, dancing, and island vibes all night long!
#PompanoBeachCaribbeanFest #CaribbeanFest #PompanoBeachParks
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Upcoming Holo Holo Music Festivals: Sacramento, Tacoma, and Honolulu — Don’t miss out—lock in your pass today.
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Four Upcoming Holo Holo Music Festivals: San Diego, Sacramento, Tacoma, and Honolulu — Don’t miss out—lock in your pass today.
ABOUT HOLO HOLO MUSIC FESTIVAL
Holo Holo Music Festival was born from a love of island and reggae music—a genre deeply rooted in connection, culture, and movement. The festival first set sail in 2022 at Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University, bringing together fans to celebrate the vibrant sounds of the islands. With the spirit of holo holo—meaning "to travel, to sail, to move"—the event quickly expanded, reaching new shores in Las Vegas and Sacramento in 2023. By 2024, its journey continued with a highly anticipated stop in San Diego.
Now, in 2025, we’re excited to take Holo Holo even further, bringing the music and community to Oceanside, Las Vegas, Sacramento, Tacoma, and San Diego! As we continue to move and grow, the festival remains a space for connection—where fans can gather for two days of unforgettable performances, incredible food, and the shared love of island and reggae music.
For Good Vibez Presents co-owner Dan Sheehan, Holo Holo is more than just a festival—it’s a reflection of his roots. “Growing up in Ewa Beach, O‘ahu, island music and reggae were the soundtracks of my childhood. These styles—the heartbeat of the islands—are the backbone of my work as a festival producer and venue owner. A big part of Good Vibez Presents is about discovery, and I’m honored to showcase and celebrate these artists at Holo Holo Festivals.”
For over 25 years, Good Vibez Presents has produced hundreds of immersive, multidimensional concerts and festivals across the West Coast, Hawaii, Arizona, North Carolina, and Mexico. They are the driving force behind the California Roots Music & Arts Festival in Monterey, the largest reggae-rock festival in the country. With a deep commitment to supporting nonprofits, small businesses, and creatives, Good Vibez Presents continues to build events that foster community, uplift artists, and spread positivity.
Holo Holo Music Festival is more than just a gathering—it’s a journey. Enjoy a weekend of incredible music and good vibes! Choose the Holo Holo that is right for you!
Holo Holo Music Festival in O'AHU, HI - October 18 and 19, 2025
Bishop Museum, Honolulu, HI
Holo Holo Music Festival in IRVINE, CA - November 1, 2025
Holo Holo Music Festival in San Jose, CA - November 2, 2025
The Lot at Creekside
Holo Holo Music Festival in TACOMA, WA - November 8 and 9, 2025
Tacoma Dome, Tacoma, WA
Holo Holo Music Festival in UTAH - December 5 and 6, 2025
Maverik City, West Valley City
Don’t miss out—lock in your pass today!
All Ages Welcome | Rain or Shine | Kids 3 and younger are FREE with a paid adult
Ticket and info: https://www.holoholofestival.com/
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Finding Peace of Mind: 6 Steps Toward Lasting Serenity
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Accept what you can't change.
Forgive.
Stay present.
Focus on yourself.
Keep a journal.
Connect with nature.
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Richie B's Jamaican Reggae Airplay Charts
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Jamaica Music Countdown
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
JMC Charts -
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
Oct 10 - 16, 2025
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TOP 25 Dancehall Singles,TOP 25 Reggae Singles, and TOP 10 Albums/CD Chart
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
Oct 10 - 16, 2025
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Ital Statistics This WEEK in Reggae
and Nubian, Rasta, herb and related history
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| October 16 |
| 1952: |
Brinsley Forde [Aswad; vocals/guitar] is born in Guyana. |
| 1973: |
Producer Lloyd James Jr. aka John John is born as the son of Lloyd James aka King Jammy. |
| 1984: |
Desmond Tutu, black South African Anglican Archbishop, is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. |
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Some artistes get Order of Distinction during National Honours and Awards ceremony at King's House.
- Recipients of the OD (Commander class)
- Singer/songwriter Bob Andy
- Musician/producer Asley 'Grub' Cooper
- Lennie Little-White, who directed Andy in the 1978 movie Children of Babylon
- Recipients of the OD (Officer class)
- Singer/musician Boris Gardiner
- Record producer Lloyd 'King Jammys' James
- Singer/songwriter Ernie Smith
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Sugar Roy (Leroy Moore) is born. |
| 1934: |
Trombonist Rico Rodriguez (Emmanuel Rodriguez) is born in Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1968: |
David "Ziggy" Marley [Melody Makers] is born as the first child of Bob and Rita in Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1988: |
UB40's "Red Red Wine" reaches No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. |
| October 18 |
| 1931: |
Thomas Alva Edison, the inventor who brought us the phonograph ("gramophone"), dies in West Orange, New Jersey, at 84. |
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Sister Kaya is born. |
| 1968: |
John Lennon and Yoko Ono are arrested for possession of 219 grains of cannabis resin during a raid on Ringo Starr's London apartment where the two are staying. They are charged but released on bail. |
| 1969: |
Paul Kantner is charged with possession of cannabis in Hawaii. |
| 1974: |
Japanese DJ NG HEAD is born. |
| 1976: |
Oswald Williams aka Count Ossie passes away (dies in a road crash). (b. c. 1928) |
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