Gregory Isaacs

Gregory Isaacs

One of Jamaica's most beloved vocalists who was as pertinent in dancehalls as he was in bedrooms, Gregory Isaacs' career stretched over 30 years. From the heady days of reggae through lovers rock, a genre he virtually invented, his talent reached into the modern age. (AllMusicSignificant. File under: Reggae Legends.

Discography: 1975-87     1988-97     1998-Present     (Listings are studio albums of original material. There are hundreds of compilations.)

In the music library: The Story Of Jamaican Music: Natty Sings Hit Songs 1975-1981: Number One

The Story of Jamaican Music: Dance Hall Good To We 1982-1993: Night Nurse; Rumours

Virgin Front Line: Sounds of Reality: Lonely Girl; Let's Dance; Soon Forward; Tune In (12" Mix); Mr Brown (12" Mix)

Links: Wikipedia      AllMusic     Discogs     The Death of Gregory Isaacs: Jamaica Mourns a Reggae Legend

Gregory Isaacs lived in the fast lane     Obituary: The Guardian

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