(AURN News) — According to the BBC, legendary reggae drummer Sly Dunbar has died at age 73.
His wife, Thelma, discovered him unresponsive on Monday morning at their home.
As one half of the iconic production duo Sly & Robbie, Dunbar was a cornerstone of Jamaican music and is estimated to have played on more than 200,000 recordings.
His career spanned collaborations with icons such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and The Rolling Stones, as well as pop stars Grace Jones and Bob Dylan.
Known for his pioneering “rockers” rhythm and for founding Taxi Records, Dunbar helped reshape reggae and dancehall with electronic textures and innovative syncopation.
Tributes have poured in for the self-taught musician, and his passing marks the end of an era.
His rhythmic genius leaves behind an unparalleled legacy that will continue to influence global music for generations to come.
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