Jamaican music stars died in Brain tumor
Here are 1 famous musicians from Jamaica died in Brain tumor:
Mikey Dread
Mikey Dread (June 4, 1954 Port Antonio-March 15, 2008 Stamford) otherwise known as Dread, Mikey, Mickey Dread or Michael Campbell was a Jamaican record producer and presenter.
His albums include Best Sellers, Beyond World War III, Dread at the Controls, Dub Party, Pave the Way, Rasta in Control, The Prime of Mikey Dread: Massive Dub Cuts, 1978-1992, World War III, World Tour and African Anthem (The Mikey Dread Show Dubwise). Genres he performed include Reggae and Dub.
Mikey Dread was known for his unique style of production which combined traditional reggae with dub techniques like echo and reverb. He first gained recognition in the 1970s as the host of the popular Jamaican radio program "Dread At The Controls," which helped to launch his career in the music industry. He went on to work with some of the biggest names in reggae, including Bob Marley and The Wailers, and produced several albums for artists such as The Clash, UB40, and Sugar Minott.
Mikey Dread was also a talented musician and singer, playing several instruments including guitar, bass, and drums. He was known for his trademark dreadlocks and charismatic stage presence, and his music often carried a message of social and political consciousness. He toured extensively throughout his career, performing at festivals and concerts all over the world.
Despite his success, Mikey Dread remained humble and committed to promoting reggae and dub culture. He established his own record label, Dread At The Controls, which helped to launch the careers of several up-and-coming artists. He also worked to preserve and promote the history of reggae music, and was a passionate advocate for the genre until his death in 2008 from a brain tumor.
Read more about Mikey Dread on Wikipedia »