Aswad
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Aswad ("Black" in Arabic) is a long lasting British reggae group, that is noted for adding strong R&B and soul influences to the reggae sound.
History
It was formed by children of immigrants from the Caribbean in West London in 1975.Among Aswad's catalogue of hits is the classic "Don't Turn Around". This track was originally a B-side to Tina Turner's hit "Typical Male", which has also been covered by artists such as Ace of Base; and a reggae flavoured rendition of "Best of My Love", first popularised and written by The Eagles.
The band also hold the distinction of having played with each one of the ex-Wailers.
Band members
- Martin Augustine aka "Tatta" - Lead guitar
- Brinsley Forde aka "Dan" (born 1952, Guyana) - Vocals, Rhythm guitar
- Angus Gaye aka "Drummie Zeb" (born 1959, London, United Kingdom) - Vocals, Drums
- Donald Griffiths (born 1954, Jamaica)
- Jimmy Haynes aka "Senyah" - Lead guitar, Acoustic guitar
- Clifton Morrison aka "Bigga" - Vocals, Keyboards, Melodica
- George Oban - Left in 1980
- Tony Robinson - aka "Tony Gad" - Born Dennis Anthony Robinson on 11 November, 1957 in London. Joined in 1980 - Vocals, Bass guitar
Discography
- 1976 : Aswad - Mango Records
- 1978 : Hulet - Mango Records
- 1981 : New Chapter - Columbia Records
- 1981 : Showcase - Mango Records
- 1982 : A New Chapter of Dub - Mango Records
- 1982 : Not Satisfied - Columbia Records
- 1983 : Live and Direct - Mango Records
- 1984 : Rebel Souls - Mango Records
- 1986 : To the Top - Simba
- 1988 : Jah Shaka Meets Aswad in Addis Ababa Studio - Jah Shaka
- 1988 : Distant Thunder - Mango Records
- 1988 : Renaissance - 20 Crucial Tracks - Stylus
- 1990 : Next to You - Alex
- 1990 : Too Wicked - Mango Records
- 1993 : Firesticks - Alex
- 1994 : Rise and Shine - Rhino Entertainment
- 1995 : Rise and Shine Again! - Mesa
- 1995 : Dub: The Next Frontier - Mesa
- 1997 : Big Up - Atlantic Records
- 1999 : Roots Revival - Ark 21
See also
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