John "Flabba" Holt

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Having been a fan of all sorts of Reggae for 40 odd years, this man has me so much pleasure over this period with his involvement in my favourite genre of music. I don't suppose many on here will have heard of him but he is a real unsung hero in his field. A true legend in this regard. Be at peace Flabba and thank you.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29686797
 
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Yep I remember him.... Sad news.

In the late 60s and into the 70s I lived next to Brixton (Stockwell) and worked in Brixton Market on the barrows on Saturdays.

Reggae, Blie Beat and Ska was all around us. Desmond's Hip City was a source of all kinds of reggae music and John Holt's stuff was part of the scene. I think Desmond Dekker owned the shop.7

Thanks for posting. Instant flashback to my early days....

Steve
 
As I suffer from Insomnia I tend to listen to radio at night.

Through the night on Radio 5 live had a decent tribute to John Holt and included a telephone interview with Debbie Harry about why Blondie chose to cover The Tide is High. Was nice to hear her take and respect on Holt's music.

Steve
 
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Ali Baba is one of my favourite 'cheer up' songs. Cannot help but feel good after listening to that song.

I rode through the valley With the princess by my side
The Duke and the Duchess Was there to meet me with a smile

 
Good old Trojan Records!

Thanks for post.... I bought the Trojan boxed CD set a few years back. Will dig them out from storage where I put them when we refurbed the house.....
 
BRASH said:
Having been a fan of all sorts of Reggae for 40 odd years, this man has me so much pleasure over this period with his involvement in my favourite genre of music. I don't suppose many on here will have heard of him but he is a real unsung hero in his field. A true legend in this regard. Be at peace Flabba and thank you.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-29686797
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I missed that one bud,yeh another good one gone.1000 volts of HOLT.
 
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