Prince Buster
Jamaican ska musician and producer
Born
May 24th, 1938
86 years ago
Died
September 8th, 2016
8 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Jamaica
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A significant figure in the ska music genre, this musician began recording music in the 1960s and rapidly gained popularity. This artist was instrumental in the development of the ska and rocksteady styles, contributing to the early sounds of reggae music. Some of the most recognized works include tracks such as 'Al Capone' and 'Madness'. The debut album, 'Hard Man Fe Dead', helped to establish a distinct sound that influenced many musicians and genres beyond Jamaica. The artist also produced records for various artists, further shaping the music landscape during that era.
Released influential tracks 'Al Capone' and 'Madness'
Produced notable ska and rocksteady music
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