Reggae is the most influential popular music of Jamaica. Although it is a uniquely original form, it has its roots in both American rhythm and blues (R&B) and Caribbean calypso and mento. Some of its most famous Jamaican performers include Bob Marley and the Wailers , Peter Tosh , and Jimmy Cliff ; although reggae is a style that is now performed by artists throughout the world and has influenced many other genres of popular music since its inception...
Reggae
Author: GREGG JUKE
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