Sly Dunbar (Lowell Fillmore Dunbar)

Craig Harris, AllMusic Guide - The foundations of Jamaica's drumming style were set by the innovative playing of Sly Dunbar. As one-half of the Riddim Twins, he joined with bassist Robbie Shakespeare to provide the rhythm section and/or production for recordings by many reggae artists. Dunbar, whose nickname was reportedly given to him for his passion for Sly & the Family Stone, launched his musical career while still in his teens, playing with a local group, the Yardbrooms at the age of 15 [more]