The roots of the Rastafari-reggae nexus traces back to early decades of the twentieth century. ![]() Certainly, they have more than one reason to celebrate.ĭuring the early years of the post-Independence (i.e., 1970s), “roots” reggae music-through its close association with the philosophy and culture of the Rastafari-played a major role in transforming Jamaica’s national identity from one of an Anglophilic British post-colony to a “conscious” Black nation with a proud African heritage. It’s a time for Jamaicans to celebrate their unique contributions to world music. ![]() Black History Month gets a special level of attention in Jamaica not merely because of its legendary African heritage, but because February is also Reggae Month.
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