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Born: 1944 in Kingston, Jamaica
Years Active: 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Died: October 10, 2008 in London, England
Genre: Reggae

Biography:
One of the first vocalists to enter the Jamaican music business, Alton Ellis was generally revered as the greatest and most soulful singer the country ever produced -- that is, until Bob Marley came along. Ellis had his first hit during the ska craze ...More >>

Discography: 2000 Change My Mind 1996 Still in Love 1996 Reggae Valley of Decision Mr. Soul of Jamaica More >>

Member Of: Alton & Hortense Ellis More >> Similar Artists: Johnny Osbourne Joe Higgs The Ethiopians Ken Boothe The Mighty Diamonds More >>

Influenced By: The Skatalites The Drifters The Moonglows The Coasters More >> Followers: Ken Boothe Third World Winston Jarrett Pat Kelly Monkey More >>

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