In the early 1970s, Bunny Lee revolutionized the music scene by purchasing Joe Gibbs’ studio in Duhaney Park and dedicating himself to the production of the emerging reggae sound.
He concentrated exclusively on the production of the then new reggae sound after his first international success “Love of the Common People” by Nicky Thomas (#9 in the UK Singles Chart in summer 1970). Gibbs still recorded the rock-steady artists that he had initially worked with; artists like The Ethiopians, Delroy Wilson, and The Heptones. The two volumes of his singles compilations The Heptones and Friends were best-sellers in Jamaica. During this period, he launched three new labels —Jogib, Shock, and Pressure Beat.
In 1972, after having moved his studio in the Duhaney Park district, he set up a new one at Retirement Crescent in Kingston’s Cross Roads district and started to work with sound engineer Errol Thompson, who used to be at Randy’s Studio. Together they were known as “The Mighty Two”, and along with his studio band The Professionals (including bassist Robbie Shakespeare, drummer Sly Dunbar and guitarist Earl “Chinna” Smith), they produced hundreds of singles, including the hits “Money in My Pocket” by Dennis Brown, “Ah So We Stay” by Big Youth and “Eviction” by Black Uhuru. The duo worked on over 100 Jamaican number one hits.
In 1975, he set up his new 16-track studio and record pressing plant at Retirement Crescent and kept producing Jamaican artists under numerous label names (Crazy Joe, Reflections, Belmont, Town & Country). He had success again with roots reggae, rockers, lovers rock and Dub music artists including: Dennis Brown, Jacob Miller, Sylford Walker, The Mighty Diamonds, Gregory Isaacs, Prince Alla and Junior Byles.
Jack Ruby, whose real name was Lawrence Lindo, was a Jamaican record producer and sound system operator. Ruby was based in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and is considered one of the best roots reggae producers of the 1970s. Ruby produced albums for artists such as Burning Spear, Justin Hinds, The Gaylads, The Heptones and Big Youth.
Gussie Clarke is a renowned music producer from Jamaica who has worked with a diverse range of artists, from Sade to Gregory Isaacs. He is particularly recognized for his significant contributions to the development of the 'Lovers Rock' genre, a subgenre of reggae characterized by its romantic and soulful sound.
Renowned Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, George Phang is best known for his work in the 1980s, producing hits for artists like Barrington Levy and Yellowman. His innovative approach and ear for talent helped shape the sound of reggae and dancehall.
A pioneering Jamaican keyboardist, Glen Adams was a key figure in the development of ska and rocksteady. As a member of the Skatalites and a session musician, Adams' contributions to Jamaican music are immeasurable.
Bobby Digital, also known as Bobby Dixon, is a prominent Jamaican music producer and sound engineer. He has worked with numerous notable artists, including Shabba Ranks, Cocoa Tea, and Morgan Heritage.
Derrick Morgan is a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and producer who has been active in the music industry since the 1950s. He is known for his distinctive voice and hit songs like "Fat Man" and "Forward March." Morgan's music career spans various genres, including ska, rocksteady, and reggae.
A successful Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, Harry J (Harry Johnson) is credited with producing some of the biggest hits in reggae history, including Bob Marley's "One Love" and "No Woman, No Cry".
A pioneering Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, Herman Chin Loy is known for his innovative approach to production and his work with artists like Augustus Pablo and Dennis Brown.
Henry Junjo Lawes was a highly influential Jamaican record producer and a sound engineer, who worked on many reggae, dancehall and dub artists such as Linval Thompson, Scientist, Toyan, Barrington Levy, Don Carlos, Frankie Paul and most importantly with Yellowman
A talented Jamaican singer, songwriter, and producer, Lloyd Charmers is known for his smooth, soulful voice and his work with artists like Bob Marley and the Wailers.
A pioneering Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, Lloyd Daley is credited with producing some of the biggest hits in Jamaican music history, including the Maytals' "54-46 (That's My Number)".
A British-born Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, Graeme Goodall is known for his innovative approach to production and his work with artists like the Gladiators and the Mighty Diamonds.
Lynn Taitwas a guitarist born in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago, who later moved to Jamaica and became a pioneer of rocksteady music.
Sonia Eloise Pottinger OD was a Jamaican reggae record producer. An icon in the music business, Sonia Pottinger was the first female Jamaican record producer and produced artists from the mid-1960s until the mid-1980s.
As a producer, Phil Pratt was involved in creating numerous classic reggae tracks and albums. He collaborated with artists such as Al Campbell, Dennis Brown, Horace Andy, Ken Boothe and others, producing hits that became cornerstones of reggae music.
A influential Jamaican record producer and entrepreneur, Philip "Fatis" Burrell is credited with helping to shape the sound of dancehall and roots reggae in the 1980s.
Philip Smart was a renowned Jamaican-born music producer and engineer .He worked with legendary artists like Augustus Pablo, Lee "Scratch" Perry, and King Tubby.
Rupie Edwards is a reggae artist and producer who found fame and chart success in 1975 with the pioneering dub single “Irie Feelings”
Ronnie Nasralla OD was a Jamaican record producer and businessman, best known for his work in the music industry with Byron Lee & the Dragonaire
Scientist (Hopeton Brown) is credited with helping to shape the sound of dub and roots reggae in the 1980s.
Steely & Clevie was a Jamaican dancehall reggae production duo that was composed of members Wycliffe Johnson and Cleveland Browne. The duo worked with artists such as the Specials, Gregory Peck, Bounty Killer, Elephant Man, and No Doubt.
A influential Jamaican singer, songwriter, and producer, Sugar Minott is credited with helping to shape the sound of dancehall and roots reggae in the 1980s.
Sly and Robbie were a prolific Jamaican rhythm section and production duo, associated primarily with the reggae and dub genres. Drummer Sly Dunbar and bassist Robbie Shakespeare teamed up in the mid-1970s after establishing themselves separately in Jamaica as professional musicians.
Sonny Roberts was a Jamaican record producer who had success within the British reggae market in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s with his Planetone and Orbitone record labels.
VP Records is an independent Caribbean-owned record label in Queens, New York. The label is known for releasing music by notable artists in reggae, dancehall and soca. VP Records has offices in New York City, Miami, London, Kingston, Tokyo, Johannesburg and Rio de Janeiro.
Clue J & His Blues Blasters was a Jamaican mento band formed in the 1950s. The band was led by Clue J (Ernest Ranglin), who was also a guitarist and composer. They were one of the most popular mento bands of the 1950s and 1960s and were known for their lively performances and humorous lyrics
Winston Riley, a record producer and singer whose diverse, influential work helped to popularize Jamaican music around the world.
Alvin Ranglin started out as a singer, but rose to fame as a producer for artists such as Gregory Isaacs, The Maytones, The Starlites, Jah Thomas…the list is endless! During his long career, Ranglin set up different record labels such as GG’s, Hit, and Typhoon
Owen Gray is a Jamaican musician. His work spans the R&B, ska, rocksteady, and reggae eras of Jamaican music, and he has been credited as Jamaica's first home-grown singing star. .
