Tony Rebel is a Jamaican reggae deejay who sings about peace , love , and social change . Tony Rebel On Stage. (Source: Wikipedia) He is also the founder of the annual Rebel Salute festival , which celebrates reggae culture and Rastafari values. In this article, we will learn more about his life, career, and achievements. Early Life and Influences Tony Rebel was born Patrick George Anthony Barrett on January 15, 1962 , in Manchester Parish , Jamaica . He grew up in a musical family and was exposed to various genres of music. He was especially influenced by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, and Burning Spear, who inspired him to embrace Rastafari and reggae music. He started his career as a singer, performing as Papa Tony or Tony Ranking in local talent shows and sound systems. He also worked as a tailor , a carpenter , and a farmer to make ends meet. He recorded his first single , “ Casino ”, in 1988, but it did not gain much attention. Rise to Fam...
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