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Reggae legend Lee 'Scratch Perry' dies aged 85 as tributes paid to dub pioneer

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showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterReggae legend Lee 'Scratch' Perry has died in hospital aged 85.The star was staying at Noel Holmes Hospital in Lucea, Jamaica, when he passed away earlier on Sunday August 29.His cause of death has not yet been revealed.

Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness posted a tribute to his Twitter page following the news of the music legend's death, which read: "My deep condolences to the family, friends, and fans of legendary record producer and singer."The artist was a true pioneer in the development of dub music in the 1970s, and helped produce records for a huge wealth of artists including Bob Marley and the Wailers, Beastie Boys and The Clash.The star formed his own.

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