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Aswad with Dawn Penn and Jocelyn Brown

May 26, 2024  ·  Hainault Forest Country Park, Essex Hainault Forest Country Park, Essex

Aswad
May 26
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Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Dawn Penn made a mark in the rocksteady era with the hit "You Don't Love Me (No, No, No)." After a break, she returned with a '90s dancehall version, gaining renewed fame. Known for collaborations with Prince Buster and Steely & Clevie.
Aswad, formed in West London in 1975, is a legendary British reggae band known for blending soul, jazz, and funk with reggae. Their hits include "Don't Turn Around" and "Shine," with achievements like a U.K. chart-topper, a Grammy nomination, and collaborations with reggae icons. Their early works highlighted immigrant experiences, and their adaptability fostered decades-long success.
Jocelyn Brown, born in Kingston, South Carolina, is renowned for her powerful voice in disco classics like "Somebody Else's Guy," Inner Life's "I'm Caught Up," and Musique's "Keep on Jumpin'." Collaborating with legends like Patrick Adams and Inner Life, her gospel roots shine in her soulful performances. She has worked with artists including Lou Reed and Diana Ross, and her voice was sampled in Snap's "The Power." Her influence spans decades, with notable work in the '70s to the 2000s alongside Todd Terry and Incognito.

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