U-Roy

U-Roy

Ewart Beckford OD, known by the stage name U-Roy, was a Jamaican vocalist and pioneer of toasting. U-Roy was known for a melodic style of toasting applied with a highly developed sense of timing.

  • Title: U-Roy
  • Popularity: 0.001
  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1941-09-21
  • Place of Birth: Jones Town, Kingston, Jamaica
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  • Also Known As: Ewart Beckford OD
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U-Roy Movies

  • 2013
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    I Am the Gorgon: Bunny 'Striker' Lee and the Roots of Reggae
    I Am the Gorgon: Bunny 'Striker' Lee and the Roots of Reggae

    1 2013 HD

    This feature length documentary charts the story of the great Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee. A legend himself, there’s not a lot of pioneers...

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  • 1980
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    Heartland Reggae
    Heartland Reggae

    8.5 1980 HD

    Reggae documentary of the One Love Peace Concert held in Kingston, Jamaica in 1978. In addition to the music, this film features the return to...

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  • 1977
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    Beats of the Heart: Roots Rock Reggae
    Beats of the Heart: Roots Rock Reggae

    6 1977 HD

    'Roots Rock Reggae' depicts an unforgettable moment in Jamaica's history when music defined the island's struggles and immortalized its heroes....

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