Country: Jamaica
Vivian Jones (1957 – 27 October 2025) was a Jamaican-born British reggae singer known for his versatility across roots reggae and lovers rock. His career spanned from performing with bands in the 1970s to solo success in the 1980s and beyond. Early Life Born: 1957, Trelawny Parish, Jamaica Migration: Moved to England at age 10 to join his parents Residences in London: Willesden, Alperton, and Harrow Early involvement: Active in the local reggae scene; began performing with sound systems in the mid-1970s as a deejay Career 1970s: Band Performances Member of bands including: The Spartans The Doctor Birds The Mighty Vibes The Pieces 1980s: Solo Breakthrough 1980: Solo hit with Good Morning, a remix of The Mighty Vibes’ recording, topping UK reggae charts 1981: Voted Most Talented Singer by Black Echoes 1982: Brief return to Jamaica, recording some material 1984: Debut album Bank Robbery, recorded with Undivided Roots and Creation Rebel Dubplate versions of Flash It And Gwan gained attention on Jah Shaka's sound system 1987: Collaborated with Jah Shaka and The Fasimbas on Jah Works Rare footage of Jah Shaka playing Jones’ dubs appears in Handsworth Songs (1986) 1990s: Lovers Rock and Roots Founded his Imperial House label Popularized lovers rock, with hits like Sugar Love and Strong Love Also recorded roots-oriented albums such as Iyaman (1994) 1991: Named Best Male Artist at the British Reggae Industry Awards International hit in late 1990s: Jah See Dem a Come 2000s – 2010s: Later Career 2007: Released 50th album to celebrate his 50th birthday, using rhythms from legendary producers like Bunny Lee 2013: Released Lovers Rocking Recorded material in Jamaica with Sly and Robbie and Bobby Digital, with an album planned for 2014 Death Died: 27 October 2025, at age 68 Vivian Jones is remembered as a versatile and enduring figure…
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