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Music legend who played with Madonna and Bob Marley dies after mystery illness
- Sly Dunbar, famed Jamaican drummer and half of Sly and Robbie, has died at 73, his wife confirms.
- Dunbar co-founded Taxi Records and worked with major names including Bob Marley, Madonna, and the Rolling Stones.
- Tributes from fans and peers poured in after the news, highlighting his influence on reggae and pop music.
- Dunbar’s work with Peter Tosh and his influence on reggae’s sound helped bring the genre to a global audience.
- Dunbar was born in Kingston and drew inspiration from Lloyd Knibbs and the Skatalites early in his career.
- Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare founded Taxi Records in 1980, supporting acts like Shaggy and Beenie Man.
- The report notes Dunbar contributed to shaping reggae through innovative drumming styles and groove.
- Tributes from the music community continue to surface on social media following the announcement.
- Sly and Robbie’s impact extended beyond reggae, influencing global pop and rock collaborations.
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