Artist
Desmond Dekker
Kingston, Jamaica · 1941 – 2006
Desmond Dekker is a musician from Kingston, Jamaica, active 1941–2006. Their discography on Gatefold includes 10 records.
10
Albums tracked
24
In collections
1941
Since
Biography
Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter, leader of Desmond Dekker & The Aces.
Born: July 16, 1941 in Kingston, Jamaica.
Died: May 25, 2006 in Thornton Heath, Surrey, England.
Often cited as the first superstar of reggae. He made his recording debut in 1963 (with a single titled "Honour Your Mother And Father") and made his international breakthrough with "007 (Shanty Town)" in 1967.
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