Uprising in the east
THERE WAS a time in Jamaica's music when playing in a band was cool. But the advent of the computer in the mid-1980s changed the scene and musicians took a backseat to programmers. There are still some bands around, though most are satisfied just to back artistes on live shows....
In tune: classic Jamaican bands
Inner Circle - Original line-up included Stephen 'Cat' Coore on guitar, keyboardist Michael 'Ibo' Cooper and the Lewis brothers Ian (bass) and Roger (guitar). Played on Eric Donaldson's 1971 Festival Song winner...
ICON: Tommy Cowan
Trademark: Stage intro, 'Yes, indeed!'Facts: Member of The Jamaicans, vocal group that won the 1967 Festival Song Contest with Ba Ba Boom.
Something extra
The Press Association of Jamaica's presidential elections dominated the weekend's social calendar and the Indian community wined and dined with guests...
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