Name: Best Of The Niney Years
Brand: Dennis Brown

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hblp341

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Limited edition

Release date

2008-11-21

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Dennis Brown

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Reggae / Dub

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Reggae singer and songwriter Dennis Brown was one of the most popular artists in the history of Jamaican recorded music. Born on February 1, 1957, in Kingston, he left a lasting impact on the genre with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. Throughout his career, Brown delivered numerous hits including "Money In My Pocket," "Sitting and Watching," "Cassandra," and many more. His music resonated with audiences worldwide, spreading messages of love, unity, and social consciousness.

Dennis Brown's talent attracted attention not only from fans but also from fellow musicians. He collaborated with notable performers such as Emmanuel Music and D.E.B. Music during his career. As a husband to Yvonne Brown and father to Marla Brown, family played an important role in his life.

Influenced by artists like Johnny Osbourne, Mighty Diamonds, Gregory Isaacs, and Bunny Wailer among others; Dennis Brown's style encompassed elements of roots reggae and lovers rock. His contributions to the genre paved the way for future generations of reggae artists.

after recording his debut album for studio one (1971s if i follow my heart) when he was just a teenager, dennis brown was one of reggaes most consistent hit-makers and stayed popular with jamaican audiences during every phase of his long career. he enjoyed worldwide commercial success with 1979s money in my pocket, a uk top 20 hit, and was therefore able to start his own label and in 1981 was signed to a&amp;m records. during the mid 70s he and producer niney the observer made some of the best music of their respective careers together. this album collects those collaborations and adds tracks from their '90s reunion. in 1999 dennis browns career was cut short when he died of a collapsed lung. he was 42 years old.

Best Of The Niney Years

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