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This week, we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, bassist, & one of the most influential voices and musicians in Reggae music, Leroy Sibbles, O.D.
Crowned the "King of the Reggae Bassline", Uncle Leroy’s musical artistry has guided generations. As a renowned songwriter, the unmistakable lead voice of "The Heptones", the arranger of some of your favourite Studio One songs, and the architect behind some of Reggae's most iconic basslines; his influence is woven throughout Jamaican music.
In this episode, Uncle Leroy reflects on his globally recognized & celebrated career, spanning six decades! He has been inducted into the Canadian Reggae Hall of Fame, received Jamaica’s Order of Distinction, multiple international awards, and most recently, the prestigious "Reggae Icon Award" at Jamaica’s Grand Gala.
This episode is more than an interview; it's an awe-inspiring story of a man from Trenchtown who believed in himself & used his God given gift to help define the sound of a nation.
This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss. So grab your tea, coffee, or a glass of wine, and let’s talk di tings!
If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a 5 star rating, share this episode, and follow Let’s Talk Di Tings on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-di-tings/id1662696625
Crowned the "King of the Reggae Bassline", Uncle Leroy’s musical artistry has guided generations. As a renowned songwriter, the unmistakable lead voice of "The Heptones", the arranger of some of your favourite Studio One songs, and the architect behind some of Reggae's most iconic basslines; his influence is woven throughout Jamaican music.
In this episode, Uncle Leroy reflects on his globally recognized & celebrated career, spanning six decades! He has been inducted into the Canadian Reggae Hall of Fame, received Jamaica’s Order of Distinction, multiple international awards, and most recently, the prestigious "Reggae Icon Award" at Jamaica’s Grand Gala.
This episode is more than an interview; it's an awe-inspiring story of a man from Trenchtown who believed in himself & used his God given gift to help define the sound of a nation.
This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss. So grab your tea, coffee, or a glass of wine, and let’s talk di tings!
If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a 5 star rating, share this episode, and follow Let’s Talk Di Tings on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Listen to LTDT on:
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/6akOR9kAnsbANiszBDcVOL?si=aa70627937124c3e
APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-di-tings/id1662696625