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From Jamaica to Africa

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Jamaican born Reggae artist Sydney Salmon, who repatriated to Ethiopia from the USA in 2001, is one of the most influential voices in the Ethiopian Reggae scene. His Imperial Majestic Band comprises members from different parts of the world and together they offer unique and diverse roots reggae music in an Ethiopian context. Following up with their story reveals insights connected to Rastafari, Jamaica, Shashemene and Bob Marley. Jah Music in Ethiopia.

Source: The Mouth - Critical Studies on Language, Culture and Society

DOI: 10.18716/ojs/the_mouth.3354

Author: Hollington, Andrea

Institution: University of Cologne

Language: English

Topic: Music History and Culture

Subfield: Music

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W6962693239

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