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4 days ago · Ragga (or raggamuffin) is usually used to refer to the type of dancehall music that emerged since the 1980s which is based almost entirely around these "mix" rhythms and contains almost no elements of what is traditionally perceived as reggae.
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5 days ago · reggae, style of popular music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s and quickly emerged as the country’s dominant music. By the 1970s it had become an international style that was particularly popular in Britain, the United States, and Africa.
3 days ago · Stylistically, reggae incorporates some of the musical elements of rhythm and blues, jazz, mento (a celebratory, rural folk form that served its largely rural audience as dance music and an alternative to the hymns and adapted chanteys of local church singing), [7] calypso, [8] and also draws influence from traditional African folk rhythms.
5 days ago · Explore the rich history of roots reggae through some of the genre’s most influential bands and artists. Discover the unique sounds that have shaped the landscape of reggae music and continue to inspire new generations. Contents show 1. Bob Marley & The Wailers 2. Burning Spear 3. The Abyssinians 4. Peter Tosh 5. Culture 6. […]
3 days ago · Considered one of the pioneers of the genre, he fused elements of reggae, ska and rocksteady and was renowned for his distinctive vocal and songwriting style. Marley increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide and made him a global figure in popular culture.
6 days ago · Dive into the uplifting beats and positive vibes of Jamaican music and Rasta culture. Explore iconic classics, new releases, and live performances that embody the soul of reggae. Don't forget...
3 days ago · Reggae music, with its infectious rhythms and soulful melodies, has captivated listeners around the globe since its emergence in the late 1960s. Originating from Jamaica, reggae is more than just ...
