Reggae Flashcards

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What is reggae?

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Originated in Jamaica in late 60s

Modern popular music of Jamaica

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Decade?

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Late 60s

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Features?

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Slow tempo
Bass and drum downbeat
Offbeat rhythm section
Took over use of bass as percussion instrument
Bass guitar, drum kit, guitar, percussion, electric organ, piano, synthesiser, brass instrument, melodica

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Examples of Bands and Artists

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Bob Marley-one love
UB40-Red Red wine and Kingston Town
Eric Clapton-I shot the sheriff

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