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The Encyclopedia of Reggae: The Golden Age of Roots Reggae

by Mike Alleyne
Sterling. 2012. 332p. photogs. index. ISBN 9781402785832. pap. $24.95. MUSIC
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Reggae has been evolving and growing in popularity since the early 1960s. Alleyne's (recording industry, Middle Tennessee State Univ.) authoritative look at the entire genre includes comprehensive articles on 25 major reggae stars and features 14 sidebars explaining everything from dub to dancehall. David Moskowitz's Caribbean Popular Music: An Encyclopedia of Reggae, Mento, Ska, Rock Steady and Dancehall offered a good start on this subject, but its solid information was paired with only a few black-and-white photos. This new book is much more visually appealing, in full color and with vibrant four-color artwork that makes it a fun browse as well as a useful reference title.
VERDICT This well-written and informative book covers most, if not all, of the main performers of reggae's golden era, and should be included in all comprehensive music and reggae collections.
Reviewed by Bill Walker, Stockton-San Joaquin Cty. P.L., CA , Jan 01, 2013
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