Seminal black British 1980s big band Jazz Warriors tenor saxophonist. Born Jamaica. As part of the Windrush generation his parents came to London. Ray joined them in East London in 1963. Died at the age of 68. have a good bio.
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Ray Carless
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Mellow Mix Studios in Hackney
The Hackney Citizen reported that the names on the plaque are all "late Afric...
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Dennis Brown
Singer. Born in the Jubilee Hospital, Kingston, Jamaica. A child prodigy, he was known as the 'Michael Jackson' of Reggae'. His prolific output of eighty albums covered reggae, lovers' rock and dan...
2 memorials
1 memorial
Benjamin Britten
Composer. Born Lowestoft on St Cecilia's Day (patron saint of music). Royal College of Music, Founder of English Opera Group 1946 and the Aldeburgh Festival. Composer of opera Peter Grimes and othe...
3 memorials
Robin Gibb
One of the three Bee Gees. A proud promoter of British heritage he campaigned for memorials to be erected, was President of Heritage Foundation, often turned up to unveil plaques, and had a very bi...
5 memorials
Park Lane Group
From their website: This is a charity which "Given the free use of Park Lane House, 45 Park Lane, London W1 in 1956..." gives opportunities to young musicians.
1 memorial
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