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'''U-Roy''' (born '''Ewart Beckford''' [[September 21]], [[1942]] in [[Jones Town, Jamaica|Jones Town]], [[Jamaica]], also known as '''The Originator''', '''Hugh Roy''')

U-Roy's musical career began in [[1961]] (see [[1961 in music]]) when he began [[DJ]]ing at various [[sound system]]s, eventually working with [[King Tubby]]. Tubby was then experimenting with his equipment, in the process of inventing [[dub music]]. With U-Roy as his most prominent DJ, King Tubby's new sound became extraordinarily popular and U-Roy became a Jamaican celebrity. He recorded ''Dynamic Fashion Way'', his first recording, in [[1969]] (see [[1969 in music]]). He then worked with [[Lee Perry]], [[Peter Tosh]], [[Bunny Lee]] and [[Lloyd Daley]].

In [[1970]] (see [[1970 in music]]), Jamaican singer [[John Holt]] became enamored of U-Roy's technique. Working with [[Duke Reid]], U-Roy's fame grew through a series of singles, including "Wake the Town" and "Wear You to the Ball".

U-Roy's success continued throughout the [[1970s]] and he had become one of the island's biggest stars by the early [[1980s]], also garnering significant acclaim in the [[United Kingdom]]. His latest album is [[2000]]'s ''[[Serious Matter]]'' (see [[2000 in music]]).

[[Category:Jamaican musicians]]

[[Category:Reggae musicians]]

[[Category:1942 births]]