The Godfather of Rocksteady, Alton Ellis, is one of the most influential Artist in Jamaican Music. His contributions thou at times overlooked can be traced to the roots of Both the Dancehall and Hip Hop Genres. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Muriel (Alton & Eddy) , Don't trouble People , Cry tough , Rock Steady , I'm still in love , Back to Africa , Deliver us and Girl I've got a date
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alton_Ellis
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Alton Nehemiah Ellis |
| Also known as | The Godfather of Rocksteady |
| Born | September 1, 1938 |
| Origin | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Died | October 10, 2008 (aged 70) London, England |
| Genres | R&B, ska, rocksteady, reggae |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active Associate Act: | 1959–2008 The Flames, John Holt Alton & Eddy |
| Labels | Studio One, Treasure Isle, Trojan |
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