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08/12/2022

This Day In Reggae: In 2021 Robbie Shakespeare Passed Away At Age 68, In 2018 Buju Banton Was Released After A Drug Conviction In The U.S

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2021: Robbie Shakespeare of Sly & Robbie fame passed away. He is regarded as one of the most influential reggae bassists and was also known for his creative use of electronics and production effects units.

2018: Buju Banton was released from prison after spending 8 years of a ten year sentence for a drug conviction. He was greeting with a warm welcome by airport staff after being deported to Jamaica.

1976: Eagles’ album “Hotel California”, which contains reggae-styled tune, is released.

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