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DUKEREID

Reggae1960s–1970s

About

Arthur Reid, known as Duke Reid the Trojan, ran Treasure Isle studio and was Coxsone Dodd's primary rival in the formative years of Jamaican music. His rocksteady productions — particularly for Alton Ellis, John Holt, and the Paragons — are considered the most elegant and sophisticated in the genre. His sound system battles with Dodd shaped the competitive culture of dancehall.

Known For

01Rocksteady at Treasure Isle
02Alton Ellis recordings
03Paragons sessions
04John Holt singles
05Treasure Isle Story

Artists Influenced

Coxsone DoddJoe GibbsBunny LeeSly DunbarLloyd Parks

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