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reggae needed in its early years, as it was performance gradually since 2016 and is on
often derided as being simplistic. Douglas the road at age 76 with dates on the East and

and Jackson have been a consistent part of West Coasts of the U.S.

Hibbert’s live shows for over 40 years.
During his interview with Barrow, Hibbert

Hibbert’s self-productions date back to the late makes clear his faith and his understanding

1970s, and he has released a steady stream of of his own work as the fulfillment of a greater
quality material ever since. In 2004, the Richard design. “Everyone who listen to my music, they

Feldman production, True Love, helped revive say it revive their spirit. If they was down, the

Toots’ career once again and placed him with music just lift them up. I [am] really proud of

other stars of global stature, including Willie that. It wasn’t me by myself, it was the power of
Nelson, who counts himself among the singer’s the Most High, as I say.”

many accomplished admirers.
The writer wishes to dedicate this piece to

In 2018, along with fellow reggae icons the memory of Toots’ manager, Mike Cacia,

Jimmy Cliff and Ken Boothe, Hibbert is the who passed away in 2017. Carter Van Pelt has

last of the high-profile stars of his generation been a radio producer and host since 1991
still performing. A well-documented concert and is founder of Coney Island Reggae On The

hiatus from 2013 to 2016, due to a stage Boardwalk.

injury, deprived his fans of his inspired and For more, visit

energetic live shows. He has returned to live
coneyislandreggae.wordpress.com.

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