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Sly Dunbar, Jamaican drummer who played with reggae and rock greats, dies at 73
Summary
Two-time Grammy winner Sly Dunbar has died at 73, his wife Thelma told the Jamaica Gleaner.
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Sly Dunbar, the Jamaican drummer who formed the influential rhythm pair Sly and Robbie, has died at 73. His wife, Thelma, announced his death to the Jamaica Gleaner. He was a two-time Grammy winner and recorded with reggae and rock artists across several decades.
Key details:
- Death announced by wife Thelma to the Jamaica Gleaner; age reported as 73.
- Two-time Grammy Award winner and 13-time nominee.
- As half of Sly and Robbie he recorded with artists including Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, Grace Jones and the Rolling Stones.
- Co-founded Taxi Records in 1980, a label associated with artists such as Shaggy and Shabba Ranks.
Summary:
His rhythmic work influenced recordings across reggae and popular music and drew tributes from peers. Undetermined at this time.
