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Derrick Morgan
King of ska and pioneer of rocksteady, Derrick Morgan was also a talent scout
who gave beginners like Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff and Garnet Silk their chance.
Derrick Morgan began his career in 1957 and became Jamaica's most popular ska
artist in 1960, with a string of hits including "Don't Call Me Daddy " and "In
My Heart". From 1965 onwards, he was a forerunner of rocksteady, with tracks
like "Tougher Than Tough" and "Conquering Ruler". His track "Seven Letters" is
considered one of the earliest examples of reggae as such. Derrick Morgan then
managed his success from Britain, wher...
Tougher Than Tough (Rudie in Court)Derrick Morgan
Trojan Rude Boy Box Set
Forward MarchDerrick Morgan
Birth Of Ska
2:51
Seven LettersDerrick Morgan
Version of Wisdom
3:17
Want MoreDerrick Morgan
Moon Hop: Best Of The Early Years 1960-1969
2:11
Blazing FireDerrick Morgan
Tougher Than Tough (Rudie in Court)
2:56
Fat ManDerrick Morgan
The Conquering Ruler
