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Lee 'Scratch' Perry has died at the age of 85.The pioneering dub and reggae artist is said to have passed away at the Noel Holmes Hospital in Lucea, western Jamaica, according to local reports.A cause of death has yet to be determined.Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness confirmed the death in a statement, saying: 'My deep condolences to the family, friends, and fans of legendary record producer and singer, Rainford Hugh Perry OD, affectionately known as 'Lee Scratch Perry.' Sad: Lee 'Scratch' Perry dies at 85: Dub and reggae pioneer who worked with Bob Marley passes away in Jamaica (Pictured in 2017)Adding: 'Undoubtedly, Lee Scratch Perry will always be remembered for his sterling contribution to the music fraternity.

Lee “Scratch” Perry was one of the giants of reggae music, a singer and producer who pioneered the new genre of dub in the 1970s as he incorporated layered rhythms and samples into remixes of his work.This is a breaking news story.

Lee “Scratch” Perry has sadly died.

Reggae producer, singer and genre legend Lee “Scratch” Perry died in a Jamaica hospital today. He was 85 and no cause of death was given.

Chris Willman Music WriterLee “Scratch” Perry, one of the towering figures in reggae music, died Sunday at a hospital in Lucea, Jamaica at age 85. No cause of death was immediately given.The news was confirmed in a tweet from Jamaica’s prime minister, Andrew Holness.“My deep condolences to the family, friends, and fans of legendary record producer and singer, Rainford Hugh Perry OD, affectionately known as ‘Lee Scratch’ Perry,” Holness wrote.

Brian Travers was a founding member, saxophonist, and contributing songwriter for the British reggae/pop band UB40.Brian Travers and his school friends started the reggae influenced pop band UB40 in Birmingham, England, in the 1970s. They named the band after the unemployment benefit form 40.

Reggae Icon Ziggy Marley says nature, and his children are his greatest creative inspiration.

COUNTLESS entrepreneurs have gone on Dragons' Den hoping to make their first million. But even the most successful hopefuls backed on the show don't come close to making what the dragons themselves are worth – with some personal fortunes running to NINE figures.

The first posthumous release from U-Roy, known as the "Godfather of dancehall," was released on Friday. Boasting features from artists including Shaggy, Santigold, and Ziggy Marley, who appears on album opener "Trenchtown Rock," the album was originally slated for release in 2020 after being recorded throughout 2019.

Rising Nigerian singer Tomi Thomas teamed up with reggae and dancehall legend Buju Banton for his latest single "Hurricane." Taken from his debut EP Hopeless Romantic, the track finds both artists comparing love to a force of nature over bouncy, guitar-driven production. Its stormy visuals find Thomas and Banton braving the aftermath of tumultuous, but beautiful, lightning, rains, and winds.

Jamaican artists Tessellated and Protoje teamed up for the new single "Sweeter," sharing its cinematic video earlier this week. Appearing on Tessellated's debut EP Tropics Vol.

READ MORE:Alex Jones 'in pieces' over 'mistake' during evening away from husbandDuncan's brother and bandmate Robin Campbell said on behalf of UB40: "We have been rehearsing with every intention of Duncan's return to performing, but sadly, after suffering further illness he has made the decision to retire from music in order to concentrate fully on his recovery. "While we are deeply saddened, we completely understand and fully support his decision.

Alkaline, his waters are “Ocean Wave,” and his movement is a “Juggernaut.” Around 2005, in the wake of a skyrocketing Vybz Kartel, “Dutty Wine” and the extreme sports of suggestive dance, “daggering,” a sound movement akin to Hip-hop’s Trap and Drill emerged in the concrete jungles of Kingston. Dancehall artists began relentlessly pushing content boundaries with a rugged and raw brand of Reggae.

Naomi Campbell was listening to reggae legend Bob Marley during the arrival of her first child. In a chat with DJ and music producer D-Nice on her No Filter With Naomi YouTube series, Campbell revealed music often accompanied the "special moments" in her life.

Reggae star Jesse Royal has teamed up with dancehall king Vybz Kartel for his latest single, "Rich Forever." Over bouncing, roots reggae production, Royal contemplates the true meaning of wealth outside of material goods, instead connecting the idea of riches to hard work and faith. In the Xtreme Arts-directed clip, Royal spreads the wealth to those around him, much like Greek mythology's King Midas.

Common has recruited Damian Marley for a reggae remix of ‘What Do You Say (Move It Baby)’ – you can listen to it below.The original version of the track features Los Angeles singer-songwriter PJ and appears on Common’s 2020 EP ‘A Beautiful Revolution (Pt.1)’.“This remix took me to another place that I had never been musically,” Common said of the remix in a statement. “I’ve always been a fan of reggae music and dance hall, so to work with one of the greats has been inspiring.”Marley added: “We know we’re in good company working with Common.

Celtic supporters are no different with a host of new strips from Adidas starting to be shared online and a sleek new look from Ajax is making strip lovers rejoice.

Ajax third kit for next season has been leaked, revealing it will pay tribute to reggae legend Bob Marley.The link between the Dutch team and the Jamaican musician comes through Ajax’s use of Marley’s song Three Little Birds as an unofficial club anthem.It began in 2008 after a pre-season friendly against Cardiff City and is now regularly sang by supporters during matches.Ajax supporters’ use of the song was even heard about by Bob Marley’s son Ky-Mani Marley, who travelled to the Netherlands to sing it in front of the fans at half-time of a game in 2018.Now, Footy Headlines report that the Dutch giants will now honour Marley as a result in their third kit for next season.Photos of the shirt have been leaked, showing just how the club plan

Don't wait around for updates - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today!Declan Rice has backed his West Ham pal Michail Antonio to be a hit with Jamaica - but insists England can easily cope without him.Antonio recently turned his back on the Three Lions to declare for the Reggae Boyz because he feels he has more chance of regular international football with them.Hamers star Antonio, who has seven goals and five assists this season.

Holly Willoughby, her one-time best friend, dreamed up over suppers in the Capp-Joneses’ Barbados villa, having met through their husbands initially – Jones had a 40 per cent investment stake in Willoughby’s husband Dan Baldwin’s TV production company.The plan was for Willoughby to front it, the self-effacing Capp to focus on sourcing and design, and Jones to be chairman. What could possibly go wrong? If all went well, it was reported, Willoughby stood to double her £11 million earnings from TV and various sponsorship deals in a few years.

Chris Willman Music WriterAlthough some Zoom-style collaborating was inevitable in making “Zoom In,” his five-track extended-play mini-album, Ringo Starr did allow a few vetted friends inside his L.A. home studio, even if some never got far beyond the welcome mat.