Although Brent Dowe has been hailed by many as the man behind The Melodians and the one who went on to achieve most success as a solo recording artiste, Tony Brevett must lay a strong claim as the man who secured the group's position as one of the top Jamaican vocal trios of the 1960s.
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| Melodians lead singer Tony Brevett, performing as a solo act at a bash to honour Ken Boothe in New York City |
Brevett's strong lead vocals on the majority of the group's early hit recordings gave the group real credibility.
Brevett passed away two weeks ago and we are remembering him for his enormous contribution to the group and, by extension, to the establishment of the rocksteady beat. read more
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