Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Rhythm Nation: Jamaica's 60 Years of Independence
By David Katz
With Jamaica marking the 60th anniversary of its independence this year, David Katz traces the sounds that built a nation, marvelling at the island country’s remarkable aptitude for musical innovation
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Bob Marley
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