Shaggy, born Orville Richard Burrell, has had hit singles in more than nine countries, making him the most popular reggae act since Bob Marley. This biography features conversations with family and friends and exposes the man behind the microphone, from his childhood in Kingston, Jamaica, and his teen years in the seedy dance halls of Brooklyn to his stint in the United States Marines during the Gulf War and his early struggles to launch his career. Shaggy's musical influences are traced, illustrating how he has stayed true to his unique vocal style over the years. His latest successes, including his historic deal with Virgin Records and the founding of his own label, indicate that reggae's brightest star will be shining for many years to come.

Zusammenfassung
Publication date scheduled to coincide with Shaggy's tour taking place in November 2002. First and foremost I am a reggae artist,' insists Shaggy. Born Orville Richard Burrell, the mulit-platinum pop icon is a worldwide ambassador for reggae, but few know just how connected Shaggy is with Jamaican music. Delving into the musical trends that have evolved during Shaggy's formative years, the popularity of sound system 'deejays' and the influence of both 1970's reggae and Bob Marley, Locilento provides and insight into Shaggy's unique sound.'
Titel
SHAGGY
Autor
EAN
9781554905232
ISBN
978-1-55490-523-2
Format
E-Book (pdf)
Hersteller
Herausgeber
Veröffentlichung
01.12.2002
Digitaler Kopierschutz
Adobe-DRM
Anzahl Seiten
180
Jahr
2002
Untertitel
Englisch