Arguably the most influential force in Jamaican music, Lee Perry brought Bob Marley to international stardom and has since collaborated with artists such as Sir Paul McCartney, The Clash and The Beastie Boys. This book delves behind the myth of Perry to give a fuller examination of his life and work through extensive interviews with family members, fellow artists, friends, lovers, enemies, as well as the man himself to present a complex portrait of a unique soul driven by unseen spiritual forces. This revised edition contains new information on Perry's recent years, including his Grammy Award and cessation of herb smoking. The text has been thoroughly revised, making the new edition a more factually accurate and greatly improved read.
Bob Marley is certainly the most heralded reggae star on the international scene, but Lee "Scratch" Perry, the legendary musician and producer, may have actually been more influential on the sound and evolution of the music. It was through collaborative work with Perry that Bob Marley created the sound that would change music forever, and Perry also guided hundreds of other musicians, many of whom became international superstars through his guidance. This biography is engaging and fun and really shines a light on an underappreciated musical genius.
