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Count Ossie performing in Jamaica 1966

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Uploaded by on Apr 14, 2006

On the occasion of Emperor Selassie's April '66 visit to Jamaica.

Count Ossie brought Nyabinghi drumming to Jamaican music in the early 1960s, infusing the new-born ska / rocksteady / reggae musical style with a solid connection to African tribal consciousness.

In the clip, Ossie is seen performing, as well as meeting the King & being given a gold medal. Record producer & future Prime Minister Edward Seaga is seen in a brief shot too. Then Ossie & his band perform for the King. Crucial.

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