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Artist Discussion / Jamaican singer Ernie Smith pa...

Last post by Gary Zee - May 08, 2026, 01:42 AM

Jamaican singer Ernie Smith passed away on April 16, 2026 in Maimi Florida where he was hospitalized. He was 80 at time of his death. His wife, Claudette Bailey-Smith, was by his side at the time of his passing.

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Artist Discussion / Burning Spear

Last post by Gary Zee - May 07, 2026, 09:01 PM

Burning Spear built an entire career on the belief that music has a duty — to remember, to educate, and to resist. Do you think that kind of conscious, message-driven reggae still has a place in today's music landscape? And which Burning Spear album or song has stayed with you the longest?

Share your thoughts with the community — we want to hear from you.

Further reading about Burning Spear

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Artist Discussion / Ernie Smith May 1st, 1945 - Ap...

Last post by Gary Zee - May 06, 2026, 10:59 PM

Jamaican singer Ernie Smith passed away on April 16, 2026 at age 80. He sang about the everyday — and in doing so, he made the everyday extraordinary. Which of his songs means the most to you? Do you think Jamaica's easy-listening artists like Ernie Smith have been unfairly overshadowed by the global roots reggae movement.

Share your memories and your thoughts on the board with your fellow members.

Further reading on Reggae Memories Blog.

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Classic Albums & Throwbacks / Is Exodus Bob Marley's greates...

Last post by Gary Zee - May 06, 2026, 10:05 PM

Is Exodus Bob Marley's greatest album — or is there another album that means more to you?
There are no wrong answers. Just share your opinion with the members on the board.
 
You can read further on this topic at Reggae Memories Blog Page.