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Reggae Icon Sly Dunbar Dies at 73
Episode 2249
Published 3 months ago
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Sly Dunbar, the legendary Jamaican drummer and producer best known as one half of the iconic duo Sly & Robbie, has died at age 73, according to the BBC. Dunbar helped define the sound of reggae and dancehall through his pioneering “rockers” rhythm, innovative production style and work on hundreds of thousands of recordings. His collaborations spanned genres and generations, leaving an indelible mark on global music that will continue to influence artists for generations to come.
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