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Born: July 16, 1942 in Kingston, Jamaica
Years Active: 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Genre: Reggae

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Biography:
Probably no other Jamaican artist has brought more international acclaim to his island home than Desmond Dekker, barring, of course, Bob Marley, but Dekker came first. Most people's introduction to the island's unique musical sound came via the singer's many hits, most notably amp;"Israelites" and amp;"0.0.7. (Shanty Town)." Needless to say, he was... Continue Bio >>

Ringtones:

Israelites (Original)

Discography:
2006 In Memoriam: 1941-2006
2005 Gimmie Gimmie
1999 Halfway to Paradise
1996 Moving On
1995 King of Kings
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Filmography:
2003 Desmond Dekker: Israelites - Live in London
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Similar Artists: Bob Marley Johnny Nash Toots & the Maytals Justin Hinds Max Romeo More >>

Influenced By: Derrick Morgan Jimmy Cliff More >> Followers: Bedouin Soundclash Monkey Lady Saw Julian Marley Prince Buster More >>

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