12/27/2022 0 Comments Dark sheep head art dread![]() ![]() Adam Mansbach, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Go the F**k to Sleep And no human being can afford to miss this story of spiritual questing, cultural boundary-crossing, and the transformative power of music.” “No reggae fan can afford to miss this lively, rich, from-the-hip account from one of the industry’s most unlikely visionaries. Apart from being a serious businessman, Doctor Dread to I is a brother. ![]() “Doctor Dread has been a very serious contributor to the global value of this great reggae music. Recommended reading for all reggae fans.” a no-nonsense tome that gives intimate portraits of Jamaican music’s most colorful characters, and sheds light on the individual world view of Doctor Dread, with many ‘twilight zone’ incidents, lots of confliction, and a good deal of redemption too. Delightfully candid and brutally honest, this is a must-read for all reggae fans.” “This easily readable memoir does far more than chart the label’s ebbs and flows. Dread also relates fine portrayals of legends like Philip ‘Fatis’ Burrell, the many Marleys, Freddie McGregor, and Bunny Wailer.” explains how his decision to form the RAS label came at a tragic but important moment in music history, as the death of Bob Marley in 1981 led to a market eager for the earthy sounds of reggae. “An inside perspective of the reggae music phenomenon. Not only is Himelfarb a great storyteller. “This book should be on the shelf of any serious lover of reggae. “Full of heart and soul as well as photos from many of the author’s greatest moments, it is a must for anybody interested in reggae music and its cast of characters or the music business in general.” Doctor Dread does offer new and intimate insights into the legends of Jamaican culture. In this revelatory vignette-filled offering, he bends the rules with an unorthodox literary style, unveiling a torrent of chronicles that are spontaneous, colorful, richly authentic and brazen. “Doctor Dread may just prove to be as gripping a storyteller as he was a record producer. For anyone who is a fan of Reggae music, this book is a must-have.” Real music heads will truly enjoy this book. “The book is a tale of business, family, ethics, health, and survival. ![]() Dread’s serious case of ‘reggaemylitis’ gave him some remarkable experiences.” There is a sweetness and sincerity to the best parts of the book. with a passion that he matched with a genuine curiosity about Jamaican culture and sincere friendships with musicians there. heard reggae music for the first time and fell in love. “A heartfelt tribute to Caribbean roots music and those who keep it alive.” ![]()
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