Bob Marley. Marley is undoubtedly the most famous musician from the Caribbean. The Jamaican legend's career really took off in the 70s through his own form of music which was a mixed form of reggae. He saw music as a chance to spread his message and many even see him as a musical messiah. He continues to be seen widespread not just within music but in popular culture as a whole such was his influence. He is admired by people from all backgrounds.
George Matthews. More of a big-band performer, Matthews also made several recordings. He was most noted for who he performed along, namely such jazz greats as Chuck Webb and Louis Armstrong. He went on to perform with such names as Ray Charles as a freelance musician in the mid-1950s.
Eddy Grant. Starting his career as the lead vocalist and guitarist in a band called The Equals in the 1960s, Eddy Grant went on to achieve chart success both as a member of The Equals and as a solo performer. He relocated to Barbados in the early 80s where he recorded new material as a solo artist including his signature tune, "Electric Avenue". In 1991, he hosted the first Caribbean Music Awards at The Apollo in New York City.
Wyclef Jean. A a legend of hip-hop, Wyclef Jean was born in Haiti and moved to the US when he was just ten years old. His initial success came with The Fugees in 1993. It wasn't until 1997 when he released his first solo album, "The Carnival", which turned him into an international superstar in his own right. He has also written for other artists such as Whitney Houston. When performing live, he plays several instruments and raps in several languages.
Billy Ocean. Born in Trindiad, Billy Ocean moved to England when he was eight and began performing in London clubs in his teens. He began writing and recording whilst working at Ford Motor company and was able to leave his job after he found worldwide success with "Love Really Hurts Without You" He continued to have chart success whilst writing for other artists including LaToya Jackson and in 1984 crossed over into mainstream pop with the smash hit, "Caribbean Queen".
George Matthews. More of a big-band performer, Matthews also made several recordings. He was most noted for who he performed along, namely such jazz greats as Chuck Webb and Louis Armstrong. He went on to perform with such names as Ray Charles as a freelance musician in the mid-1950s.
Eddy Grant. Starting his career as the lead vocalist and guitarist in a band called The Equals in the 1960s, Eddy Grant went on to achieve chart success both as a member of The Equals and as a solo performer. He relocated to Barbados in the early 80s where he recorded new material as a solo artist including his signature tune, "Electric Avenue". In 1991, he hosted the first Caribbean Music Awards at The Apollo in New York City.
Wyclef Jean. A a legend of hip-hop, Wyclef Jean was born in Haiti and moved to the US when he was just ten years old. His initial success came with The Fugees in 1993. It wasn't until 1997 when he released his first solo album, "The Carnival", which turned him into an international superstar in his own right. He has also written for other artists such as Whitney Houston. When performing live, he plays several instruments and raps in several languages.
Billy Ocean. Born in Trindiad, Billy Ocean moved to England when he was eight and began performing in London clubs in his teens. He began writing and recording whilst working at Ford Motor company and was able to leave his job after he found worldwide success with "Love Really Hurts Without You" He continued to have chart success whilst writing for other artists including LaToya Jackson and in 1984 crossed over into mainstream pop with the smash hit, "Caribbean Queen".
