Born Earl Daley, 1958, Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. After winning local talent shows, Daley joined the group Flaming Phonics as lead vocalist before voicing the self-penned ‘Malcolm X’ for Joe Gibbs in 1975, later covered by Dennis Brown. In 1977 Daley became a member of the Boris Gardiner Happening who introduced him to Lee Perry at the Black Ark. There he recorded four tracks in 1978/9 and met Earl Morgan of the Heptones, who produced his debut album, Singing Star. […]
Murray Man talks about what it was like growing up in Jamaican household in the UK, describing his first introduced to music and sound system. He talks about how he learned the art of music production and decided to open Mellow Vibes studio.
I interview Dougie Wardrop at Conscious Sounds studio in Hackney, London. Dougie reveals how he got started in the business including details of early releases and equipment purchases. He also talks of the importance for him of working at something he cared about. He mentions sources of inspiration and comments on the evolution of the dub scene in Europe.
This month i interview songwriter, producer, musician and co-founder of the Tuff Scout label, Gil Cang. With a long history in reggae and credits in the pop world as far reaching as Michael Jackson, Gil is a wonderfully talented individual with an inspiring attitude towards the business and a drive to push out the boundaries of the genre.
I interviewed Dark Angel AKA Mowty Mahlyka at his home studio in West London. He described how music has always been part of his life. He gave an account of his first trip to Africa after which he decided to move his life and music in a more positive and uplifting direction, transitioning from Dancehall to Roots Reggae.
Pioneering UK Dub Producer/Selector.
I interviewed Nick at The Yard studio in West London. He discussed the early days and how his production has evolved. He mentioned how satisfying his current work with the Roots Garden label is and how he is enjoying making music with artists such as Bob Skeng, Cate Ferris and Praise. Check the interview to find out more.
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