died on May 25, 2006, in London, at the age of 63 or 64. "I was telling people not to give up as things will get better," he said in a interview last year for the Set the Tone 67 Web site. Stock Photos from Photos.com, iStockPhotos.com, 123rf. Desmond Dekker, voice of Jamaica's slums, dies at 64 This was followed by the release of the tracks "Sinners Come Home" and "Labour for Learning". Desmond Dekker Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Dekker's next album, Compass Point (1981), was produced by Robert Palmer. Their song "Working on it Night and Day", entered the pop charts in 1973. Desmond Dekker, Desmond Dekker & the Aces - Intensified - AllMusic Israelites (song) - Wikipedia A global million sales was reported in June 1969. stopped. "Israelites" w/Lyrics- Desmond Dekker and the Aces - YouTube Together with his backing group the Aces (consisting of Wilson James and Easton Barrington Howard), he had one of the earliest international reggae hits with "Israelites" (1968).Other hits include "007 (Shanty Town)" (1967), "It Mek" (1969) and "You Can Get It If You Really . [11] In June 1969 it reached the Top Ten in the United States, peaking at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. He died after collapsing from a heart attack at. ", Reggae DJ Daddy Ernie, of Choice FM in London, said: "Any history book that you pick up on reggae, Desmond Dekker's name will have to be in there. of the island," wrote Potentially because of this usage, the song charted again, entering the Billboard Digital Reggae Song Sales Chart at #2.[15]. View history " 007 (Shanty Town) " is a 1967 rocksteady song by Jamaican band Desmond Dekker and the Aces, released as a single from their debut album of the same name. UK ska-punk band Sonic Boom Six used a sample of the chorus as the outro to "Rum Little Skallywag". Mr Williams described the singer as a private person who would go back to Jamaica from time to time but only to see his family rather than to perform: "He wasn't out there like other stars partying all the time, he just did his job. Desmond Dekker, was born in Jamaicas Saint Andrew Parish on July 16, 1941, and was an early influencer with one of the earliest reggae hits, Israelites. The ska, reggae and rock steady singer, songwriter and musician was introduced to music through the local church he attended as a child. "It was an exciting time in and performed with his backing band, the Four Aces. his music thanks to Desmond Dekker - YouTube Music Destitute ("slaving for bread") and unkempt ("Shirt dem a-tear up, trousers a-go"), some Rastafarians were tempted to a life of crime ("I don't want to end up like Bonnie and Clyde"). Together with his backing group The Aces (consisting of Wilson James and Easton Barrington Howard), he had one of the earliest international reggae hits with "Israelites" (1968). "Israelites" was Dekker's only real hit in the United The most successful track of his The Aces (Jamaican group) - Wikipedia "The song, an ode to the troubles of the poor, The song was his only United States hit, but it was a turning point for Jamaican music among international listeners. Desmond Dekker - Cultural Jamaican Musical Talisman - uDiscover Music "Honour Your Father and Mother" reached the No. Desmond Dekker performing at London's Brixton Academy in 1985. Copyright Simbis Inc.All rights reserved. He often sang on the job, which prompted It hit #1 in the United Kingdom,[12] the Netherlands, Jamaica, South Africa, Canada, Sweden and West Germany. (London), May 27, 2006, p. 70; Browse 99 desmond dekker stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Reggae legend Desmond Dekker dies Its title and lyrics refer to the cool imagery of films such as the James Bond series and Ocean's 11, admired by "rudies". Jamaica's post-colonial It took two years before Kong let Dekker record a song, and when he did, [1] The group came to the attention of Dekker, who supported them when they auditioned for Leslie Kong at Beverley's studio in 1965. Dekker soon garnered a wider audience with his songs, which were recorded And it just get out of controlIs just a typical riot 'cause I say - Them a loot, them a shoot, them a wail. "[4], The song also deals with a 'rude boy' who after being released from prison continues to commit crime. A man of many talents, Desmond Adolphus Dacres, a.k.a. [3], In 1968 Dekker's "Israelites" was released, eventually topping the UK Singles Chart in April 1969 and peaking in the top ten of the US Billboard Hot 100 in June 1969. He was also a songwriter and a musician as well. expressed in the growth of ska, a mix of imported rhythm and blues and "007 (Shanty Town)" has been called "the most enduring and archetypal" rude boy song. Desmond Adolphus Dacres - Born in Saint Andrew Parish Kingston Jamaica 16th July 1941. "He was at his peak fitness, he had this big tour coming up for this summer and he was looking forward to it - and then that was it," Mr Williams said. That same year saw the release of "Beautiful and Dangerous", "Writing on the Wall", "Music Like Dirt (Intensified '68)" (which won the 1968 Jamaica Independence Festival Song Contest), "Bongo Girl" and "Shing a Ling". Desmond Dekker passed away. Roll Call"). The movie's hero, played by Jimmy Cliff, sang it this time, and 1 spot on community, and in 1967 his song "0.0.7 (Shanty Town)" [13], Dekker had two more UK Top 10 hits over the next year, "It Miek" and his cover of Jimmy Cliff's song "You Can Get It If You Really Want". He won the Jamaican Song Festival in 1968 with "Intensified.". Desmond Dekker - Israelites (Official Music Video) Weedy Weed Smoker 7.04K subscribers Subscribe 349K views 5 years ago Music video by Desmond Dekker performing Israelites. 17,029 pages were read in the last minute. The two had met international hit. Desmond Dekker, 64, Pioneer of Jamaican Music, Dies, https://www.nytimes.com/2006/05/27/arts/music/27dekker.html. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. [3], In 1961 he auditioned for Coxsone Dodd (Studio One) and Duke Reid (Treasure Isle), though neither audition was successful. I related to those things and began to sing a little song: 'You get up in the morning and you're slaving for bread.' The song's title is Jamaican patois meaning "that's why" or "that's the reason. Two Jamaican music, and Dekker was at its cutting edge," his Times A few there. Dekker was a native of Kingston, Jamaica's capital, where he was But that song was treated as a novelty. Desmond Dekker 5/2006. teens had found work as a welder. Survivors include 15 on the British charts. The track was written by Dekker (under his real name of Desmond Dacres) and his record producer, Leslie Kong, and was recorded in Jamaica with the brass . [2], The disc was released in the UK in March 1969 and was #1 for one week, selling over 250,000 copies. [5] Despite its cautionary sentiment, it cemented Dekker's popularity among rude boys in Jamaica,[2][6] in contrast to Dekker's earlier music, which espoused traditional morals such as parental respect and the importance of education. But his success started to wane by the end of the 70s and early 80s and he was declared bankrupt in 1984. The 64-year-old Jamaican, best known for his 1969 smash hit Israelites, collapsed at his home in Surrey. Jamaican Ska Star Desmond Dekker Dies - Billboard [3] Dekker's version uses the same backing track as Cliff's original. "He died peacefully but it still hurts. Dekker, who lived in England, co In 2000 he released the album "Halfway to Paradise." A series of songs including "Rude Boy Train" and "Rudie Got Soul" made Mr. Dekker a hero of Jamaica's rough urban "rude boy" culture. "007 (Shanty Town)" has been called "the most enduring and archetypal" rude boy song. 007 (Shanty Town) - Wikipedia By the 1980s, he was signed to Stiff Records and his music created a short-term revival of ska, but he was bankrupt by 1984. He continued to tour regularly; his final concert was on May 11 at Leeds University. But while Mr. Dekker kept up a busy performing career, the death of Mr. Kong in 1971 ended his streak of hits. an ex-wife and a son and daughter, but Dekker was mourned by several Desmond Dekker was born on July 16, 1941. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 1972 film When Maxell used Israelites in a TV commercial, it propelled Dekker and his music back into the spotlight. Along with Bob . I was his manager and his best friend, I don't think anyone knew how close we were - we go back so far.". [2] The single featured Roland Alphonso's "El Torro" on the B-side.[2]. By the end of the decade, Mr. Dekker had won the Golden Trophy award, presented annually to Jamaica's top singer, five times and was known as the King of Bluebeat. Dekker's trademark falsetto, singing lyrics in a He was 64. "Desmond was the first legend, believe it or not," he said. What sweet nanny goat a go run him belly good. Paul McCartney slipped Mr. Dekker's first name into the lyrics to the Beatles' ska song, "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da," on "The Beatles" (also known as the White Album) in 1968, the year Mr. Dekker moved to England. career, "Israelites," was released in December of 1968 and Desmond Dekker discography and songs: Music profile for Desmond Dekker, born 16 July 1941. "Israelites" brought a Jamaican beat to the British top 40 for the first time since Dekker's #14 hit "007 (Shanty Town)" in 1967. I told you once and I told you twice. [3], The new group recorded a number of Jamaican hits, including "Parents", "Get Up Edina", "This Woman" and "Mount Zion". He died after collapsing from a heart attack at his home in Surrey, England, his manager, Delroy Williams, told Reuters. Dekker's last gig was in Leeds on 11 May (Photo: egigs.co.uk), Dekker's hits included Israelites, It Mek and 007 (Shanty Town), The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites, BBC Radio 2's Mark Lamarr pays tribute to Desmond Dekker. considered the genre's first genuine star, but his fame would later [3] In 1972 the rude boy film The Harder They Come was released and Dekker's "007 (Shanty Town)" was featured on the soundtrack along with Cliff's version of "You Can Get It If You Really Want", as well as other Jamaican artists' hits, giving reggae more international exposure and preparing the way for Bob Marley. Desmond Dekker - Israelites (Official Music Video) - YouTube Dubbed "the King of Ska," Desmond Dekker is one of the key artists in the history of Jamaican music. Tips of My Fingers 5. Desmond Dekker - IMDb [1] Little more was heard from the group until 1982 when they released "One Way Street". Sung in Jamaican creole, some of the song's lyrics were not readily understood by many British and American listeners at the time of its release. . ", He added: "People like Desmond Dekker only come along once in a lifetime. Jamaican Spiced Easter Bun Recipe: Kerri-Anns 9 Side Dishes Jamaicans Serve with Jerk Chicken, The 6 Soups Every Jamaican Should Know How to Cook. Intensified 4. Nincom Poop 8. [12][13], Dekker died of a heart attack on 25 May 2006, at his home in Thornton Heath in the London Borough of Croydon, England, aged 64[3] and was buried at Streatham Park Cemetery. In 1970 Dekker released "You Can Get It If You Really Want", written by Jimmy Cliff, which reached No. Los Angeles Times Jamaican Ska Star Desmond Dekker Dies - Billboard Albums include The Harder They Come, The Harder They Come, and Tougher Than Tough: The Story of Jamaican Music. In 1975 "Israelites" was re-released and became a UK top 10 hit for a second time. You got wildlife and thing like that because it down near the beach. [2] The obituary was featured in Legacy on May 26, 2006. Dekker then recruited four brothers, Carl, Patrick, Clive and Barry Howard, as his permanent backing vocalists to perform with him under the name Desmond Dekker and the Aces. When he released Israelites nobody had heard of Bob Marley - he paved the way for all of them.". Dekker recorded on the Pyramid record label, and when its catalogue was acquired by Cactus Records in 1975, "Israelites" was re-issued in a first-time stereo mix. 9 in the United States in 1969. "[8] The title has been the source of speculation,[9] but most settle on the Rastafarian Movement's association with the Twelve Tribes of Israel. He was 64. Dekker was the first Jamaican artist to have a hit record in the US with Jamaican-style music. the Specials considered him their musical hero. Incudes 'Israelites', '007 (Shanty Town)', 'It Miek', 'You Can Get It If You Really Want' and 'Sing a Litte Song'. hotspot in 2005, "which was almost completely people under Many of his He was due to perform at the Respect festival in Prague on June 2, before heading on to Switzerland, Ireland, Poland, Belgium and London. "Honour Thy Father and Mother" was released in Britain in 1964 on Chris Blackwell's Island label, which would later release Bob Marley's albums. With the release of Israelites, Dekker became the first Jamaican artist to score a hit in the United States. Reggae pioneer Desmond Dekker dies, aged 64 - the Guardian Dekker recorded the song again for his 1980 album Black and Dekker. He was 64. 1 hits in Jamaica. Desmond Dekker Obituary (2006) - Legacy Mr Dekker, who was divorced with a son and a daughter, played his last gig at Leeds University on May 11. The Jamaican rhythm of ska had already generated hits in the United States, notably Millie Small's 1964 hit, "My Boy Lollipop." Other successes included 007 (Shanty Town) and Rude Boy Train, which established him as an icon of Jamaica's 1960s rude boy scene - the ska subculture of sharp-suited urban youth who lead violent invasions of dancehall parties. Born Desmond Dacres in 1941, Dekker worked as a welder in Kingston before signing with Leslie Kong's Beverley's record label and releasing his first single, "Honor Your Father and Your Mother," in . After being re-released in June 1969, the single reached number 7 in the UK Singles Chart. Mr Williams said: "He was at his peak fitness, he had this big tour coming up for this summer and he was looking forward to it - and then that was it. park one day, was a homage to Jamaica's underclass, who were still He was preparing to headline The World Music Festival in Prague. He died peacefully but it still hurts. of a heart attack, May 25, 2006, in London, England. UK reissue of this two CD collection by the Reggae/Ska legend. May 25, 2006 - Desmond Dekker was born Desmond Adolphus Dacres on July 16th 1941 in Saint Andrew Parrish, Kingston, Jamaica. [1] Dekker's international success led to him touring overseas, although The Aces did not accompany him due to Samuels refusal to fly (Samuels stating that "Rastas did not fly on iron birds") and Barry Howard's decision to emigrate to the United States. Times . I don't think anyone knew how close we were - we go back so far. [9] Desmond headlined Jools Holland's 2003 Annual Hootenanny. years earlier, when both worked as welders in Kingston, and Dekker The singer and songwriter, whose 1969 . The rhythm had been featured by Anthony B in 2008 on The Pow Pow Trilogy, ("Time For The Love"). He found fame with his band Desmond Dekker and the Aces - their international hit Israelites topped the UK charts and made the top 10 in the US. All tracks composed by Desmond Dekker; except where indicated "It Mek" (Dekker, Leslie Kong) - 1:40 "Too Much Too Soon" (Dekker, Leslie Kong) - 2:38 "Coconut Water" - 3:27 "Sweet Music" - 2:29 The vocal melody is syncopated and is centred on the tone of B flat. Track listing. [1], Jamaica Independence Festival Song Contest, "Jamaica Ska Legend Winston Samuels Is Dead - News Americas NowCaribbean and Latin America Daily News", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=The_Aces_(Jamaican_group)&oldid=1117842044, Easton Barrington "Barry" Howard (19651969), Winston James Samuels (left 1969, died 2017), This page was last edited on 23 October 2022, at 21:37. "Desmond Dekker and the Aces: Artist Chart History", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=It_Mek&oldid=1057544344, Short description is different from Wikidata, Single chart usages for Belgium (Flanders), Single chart usages for Belgium (Wallonia), Articles with MusicBrainz work identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 28 November 2021, at 07:27. Me said a it mek - mek you pop yu bitta gall. Mr Williams said Dekker had led the way for reggae stars such as Bob Marley. [3] In Dekker's words: "The students had a demonstration and it went all the way around to Four Shore Road and down to Shanty Town. Mr. Dekker had a total of 20 No. Mr. Dekker was divorced and is survived by a son and daughter. The star was divorced with a son and daughter. Join our newsletter to get the latest articles, news, & videos. Singer. Desmond Dekker & The Aces - Israelites (Official Lyrics Video) Trojan Records Official 109K subscribers Subscribe 40K Share 3.5M views 3 years ago #Pyramid #Israelites #rocksteady Between 1967. The initial line-up of The Aces consisted of Clive Campbell, Barry Howard, Carl Howard, and Patrick Howard. more rural part of the island, but returned to Kingston and by his late career. This Is Desmond Dekkar Review. Dekker was divorced and was survived by his son and daughter.[14]. At the time of his death, he was preparing as the headliner of a world music festival in Prague. Desmond Dekker, the Jamaican singer whose 1969 hit, "The Israelites," opened up a worldwide audience for reggae, died on Wednesday. 1 in Jamaica. He moved to the UK in the '70s, later recording the hit You Can Get It If You Really Want, written by Jimmy Cliff. Desmond Dekker - Rate Your Music Dekker spent his early formative years in Kingston, the capital of Jamaica. His 1960's songs used the upbeat ska rhythm, a precursor to reggae also known as bluebeat. made it into the Top Ten on the U.S. singles chart the following year. [3], Only a single live album was released in the late '80s. in Leeds just two weeks before his death. Together with his backing group The Aces (consisting of Wilson James and Easton Barrington Howard), he had one of the earliest international reggae hits with "Israelites" (1968). Left to earn a living on his own, he apprenticed as a welder. Ska legend Desmond Dekker has died suddenly from a heart attack, his manager said today. He was already a major star in Jamaica and well known in Britain. Dekker, whose 1969 hit Israelites was the first reggae song to top the UK charts, collapsed at his Surrey home. He was 64. Musical He suffered a heart attack and The song has appeared in numerous movies and television programs,[14] including the soundtracks of the 1989 American film Drugstore Cowboy and the 2010 British film Made in Dagenham. [6] Dekker also released "Problems" and "Pickney Gal", both of which were popular in Jamaica, although only "Pickney Gal" managed to chart in the UK top 50.[3]. 1 in Britain and made him a household name Dekker's own songs did not go to the extremes of many other popular rude boy songs, which reflected the violence and social problems associated with ghetto life, though he did introduce lyrics that resonated with the rude boys, starting with one of his best-known songs, "007 (Shanty Town)". Steffens told Stewart in the Dekker spent his formative years in Kingston. [2] Dekker composed the song after overhearing an argument: "I was walking in the park, eating popcorn. On the 22 August 1970 edition of American top 40, Casey Kasem claimed that Dekker had more than 40 #1 records in Jamaica. Desmond Dekker was a Jamaican ska, rocksteady and reggae singer-songwriter and musician. I dig you out and you're cool, girl. He recorded an album called Black & Dekker (1980), which featured his previous hits backed by The Rumour, Graham Parker's backing band and Akrylykz (featuring Roland Gift, later of Fine Young Cannibals). In 1962 "Judge Not" and "One Cup Of Coffee" became the first recorded efforts of Marley, who retained gratitude, respect and admiration for Dekker for the rest of his life. released the song "You Can Get It If You Really Want." Desmond Dekker - It Mek Lyrics | Genius Lyrics the Jamaican charts. By 1970 Dekker was living in England, but still worked steadily with Kong. This is one of the pioneers that has passed away - his place is definitely cemented in reggae history.". Intensified - Wikipedia Too Much Too Soon 6. [6], The 1980s found Dekker signed to a new label, Stiff Records, an independent label that specialized in punk and new wave acts as well as releases associated with the 2 Tone label, whose acts instigated a short-lived but influential ska revival. Genres: Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae. Ironically although he went to worldwide fame his former welding colleague Marley never had a UK number one. He died on 24 May 2006 in Thornton Heath, London, England, UK. In 1990 "Israelites" was used in a Maxell TV advert that became popular and brought the song and artist back to the attention of the general public. "Isrealites" lyrics have long been obscure, but, with the wonder of the internet are now easily available and I have. which Dekker admitted was the result of a swindle by his former manager. [3] Despite this, the single was the first UK reggae #1 and among the first to reach the US top ten (peaking at #9). sold millions of copies, became the first purely Jamaican song to top the [8] King of Kings consists of songs by Dekker's musical heroes including Byron Lee; Theophilus Beckford, Jimmy Cliff, and his friend and fellow Kong label artist, Derrick Morgan. Desmond Dekker - This Is Desmond Dekkar Album Reviews, Songs & More It Mek - Wikipedia best-known songs celebrated the "rude boy" culture, the name journalist Jocelyn Y. Stewart. Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. [2] The Aces continued to record under their own name (without Dekker) and had a Jamaican hit in 1970 with "Mademoiselle Ninette". [1] By 1967, the only remaining members were Barry Howard and Winston Samuels and it was their backing vocals that featured on Dekker's track, "Israelites". His workplace singing had drawn the attention of his co-workers, who encouraged him to pursue a career in music. My Father lived with his Grandmother along with his Father in Kingston. 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Other hits include "007 (Shanty Town)" (1967), "It Mek" (1969) and "You Can Get It If You Really Want" (1970). In 1980, Dekker released a new recording of the song on UK label Stiff Records, performed in an uptempo Two Tone style. [2] Just over six years after the original release, the song again reached a Top Ten position in the United Kingdom.[2]. The 2006 to 2015 line-up for Dekker's backing band, The Aces, who are still performing tribute concerts, includes: This particular line-up also recorded with Dekker on some of his later studio sessions in the 1990s. [2] It spent eleven weeks in the UK chart, and by September 1970 had sold over a million copies worldwide. Although Mr. Dekker had no further hits in the United States, he continued to have hits in England with "It Mek" in 1969 and the first recording of Jimmy Cliff's "You Can Get It if You Really Want" in 1970. Dekker was initially reluctant to record the track but was eventually persuaded to do so by Leslie Kong. Dekker had also begun working on new material with the production duo Bruce Anthony in 1974. "007 (song)" redirects here. Photograph: PA. It was also a hit for Musical Youth in 1983. Desmond Dekker, was born in Jamaica's Saint Andrew Parish on July 16, 1941, and was an early influencer with one of the earliest reggae hits, "Israelites." The ska, reggae and rock steady singer, songwriter and musician was introduced to music through the local church he attended as a child. [11] In 1984 he was declared bankrupt. Dekker became associated with bluebeat, a more uptempo They provided the backing vocals on Dekker's major hit "007 (Shanty Town)" as well as the track "Music Like Dirt (Intensified '68)" (the winning song of the 1968 Jamaica Independence Festival Song Contest). Despite "Israelites" being recorded and released in 1968, the Uni 45 discography shows its cataloguing in 1969. 63K views 4 years ago A reggae hit in 1969 for Desmond Dekker and the Aces. An instrumental figure in the development of ska and its slightly mellower cousin, rocksteady, Dekker was also one the first reggae performers to break big in the U.K., laying the groundwork for that country's late 1970s 2 Tone movement. His last concert was at Leeds Metropolitan University on 11 May. [1], The original recording of "007" (without the 'Shanty Town') was produced by Leslie Kong and originally released as a single on the Pyramid label. ", Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Unflagging performer Desmond Dekker. By the time I got home, it was complete. A string of Jamaican hits followed, including "It Pays," "Sinners Come Home" and "Labour for Learning." He was orphaned as a teenager but made a success for himself after signing with Leslie Kong's Beverley's record label and releasing his first single, Honour Your Father and Mother, in 1963, a paean. the film introduced Jamaica's vibrant musical culture to the rest The comeback failed to save him from bankruptcy in 1984, reached No. [1] Kong employed the group as backing singers for Dekker and they can be heard on the song "Get Up . Dekker, whose 1969 hit Israelites was the first reggae song to top the UK charts, collapsed at his Surrey home. Born Desmond Adolphus Dacres, July 16, c. 1941, in Kingston, Jamaica; died 1 in Britain and No. He briefly had an apprenticeship as a tailor before working as a welder. His first contract was with Leslie Kongs Beverleys label. gangsters they saw in Hollywood films. Dekker still performed regularly, and gave what would be his final concert

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