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Podcast: Dubmatix Sticky Icky Reggae Mix
Episode: Johnny Osbourne - A Voice With Soul
Description: Some artists belong to a moment. Johnny Osbourne is part of the evolution of reggae, dating back to the 1960s and the Studio One world, to the raw energy of 1980s dancehall. Osbourne didnât just adapt to change; he carried his voice through it all while delivering his unique vocal style.
Studio One foundations
Johnny Osbourne came up at Studio One, and early recordings like âSee and Blindâ showcase a young vocalist steeped in soul, restraint, and melodic control. Studio One was a label but also a fertile training ground, a boot camp for many young artists over...