Brief history of JA music (1950s - 1970s)
The roots of modern Jamaican music can be found in the sound systems of the 1950s. As the 60s began the music began to take off in its own direction,
leading to a completely new sound, the frenetic Ska, which was followed a few later by the more melodic and soulful vibes of Rocksteady.
The 70s were the most creative decade in Jamaica's musical history, as Rocksteady mutated into the more bass driven and political Reggae music.
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