ROCK STEADY WITH "THE MARVELS"
Jun 20, 2009, 5:49pm
HEAR THE SOUNDS
HEAR THE SOUNDS
The Marvels were noted for their doo-wop approach to reggae. The performers heralded from Jamaica and each member had previously been involved in session work. Frustrated by anonymity they amalgamated their talents and emerged as a vocal group in 1964. The line-up consisted of Alex "Dimples" Hinds, Nell Hinds and Eddie Smith. As a trio they continued with session work notably as back up singers on Prince Buster's hit "Wash Wash". The song was performed by the Prince on the first documentary of Jamaican music This Is Ska. The song was also revived in 1994 by Lovindeer, albeit with risqué [...]
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