The producer and artist died on Sunday in Jamaica.
Reggae artist, producer and dub pioneer Lee “Scratch” Perry has died at 85.
Perry died on Sunday at Noel Holmes Hospital, in Lucea, Jamaica,the Jamaica Observer reported.
Undoubtedly, Lee Scratch Perry will always be remembered for his sterling contribution to the music fraternity.
May his soul Rest In Peace."
Perry was born Rainford Hugh Perry in Jamaica in 1936.
Perry was well-known for his work with, and influence onBob Marley& the Wailers.
“He wasn’t doing reggae then,” Perry toldthe Guardianabout how he came to work with Marley.
He wanted to be loved and respected like me, so it worked."
At 80,the Guardianasked him to name some of his favorite work over the years.
“I have several special records.
“I’m a good man.
If you come and see me, you’ll see what happens.”
Perry continued to make and perform music up until his death.
He had a date scheduled to perform in London this coming November.
