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Dennis Brown: Biography, Facts and Career

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Dennis Emmanuel Brown CD (1 February 1957 – 1 July 1999) was a Jamaican reggae singer. During his prolific career, which began in the late 1960s when he was aged eleven, he recorded more than 75 albums and was one of the major stars of lovers rock, a subgenre of reggae. Bob Marley cited Brown as his favourite singer, dubbing him "The Crown Prince of Reggae", and Brown would prove influential on future generations of reggae singers.

Quick facts about Dennis Brown

  • Full name: Dennis Brown
  • Born: 1957-02-01
  • Nationality: Jamaica
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q711294

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Who is Dennis Brown?

Dennis Emmanuel Brown CD (1 February 1957 – 1 July 1999) was a Jamaican reggae singer.

What nationality is Dennis Brown?

Dennis Brown is Jamaica.

When was Dennis Brown born?

Dennis Brown was born on 1957-02-01.

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