Derrick ?Duckie? Simpson the ?Gong Gong Gullie? is the founder and leader for reggae?s Black Uhuru. Although they have gone through numerous lead singers and musicians, they have remained one of the most recognized and prolific reggae bands for over 50 years.
The roots of Black Uhuru were formed in Kingston Jamaica?s Waterhouse district also known as ?Firehouse? in the early 60's. Though considered to be one of Jamaica?s toughest neighborhoods, it?s home to several other reggae singers and musicians. It was where Duckie Simpson grew up and learned to sing from boyhood friends Winston ?Pipe? Matthews and Lloyd ?Bread? McDonald of Wailing Souls and Bob Marley. He recorded four tracks with Wailing Souls before forming his own group.
Admission/Cost:
Tuesday, March 12 - 8:00 PM
For more information, please call: (858) 481-8140 or visit: www.bellyup.com
The roots of Black Uhuru were formed in Kingston Jamaica?s Waterhouse district also known as ?Firehouse? in the early 60's. Though considered to be one of Jamaica?s toughest neighborhoods, it?s home to several other reggae singers and musicians. It was where Duckie Simpson grew up and learned to sing from boyhood friends Winston ?Pipe? Matthews and Lloyd ?Bread? McDonald of Wailing Souls and Bob Marley. He recorded four tracks with Wailing Souls before forming his own group.
Admission/Cost:
Tuesday, March 12 - 8:00 PM
For more information, please call: (858) 481-8140 or visit: www.bellyup.com
