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Max Romeo, Reggae Great Behind ‘Chase the Devil' and ‘Wet Dream,' Dead at 80

Max Romeo, the reggae legend who broke through with a pioneering rude boy classic and soundtracked the political turmoil of 1970s Jamaica, died last Friday, April 11, The Guardian reports. He was 80.
Yahoo

Max Romeo, Reggae Singer, Dies at 80: 'A Perfect Gentleman and a Gentle Soul'

Max Romeo, the reggae singer known for "War Ina Babylon" and "Chase the Devil," died on Friday, April 11. He was 80. His official Facebook page announced his death on Saturday, April 12. "It is with ...
Stereogum

Reggae Icon Max Romeo Dead At 80

Reggae icon Max Romeo has died. The musician — who’s known for hits like “Chase The Devil” and “War Ina Babylon” — passed away after heart complications in Jamaica’s Saint Andrew Parish. He was 80.
Rolling Stone

Max Romeo, Reggae Great Behind ‘Chase the Devil’ and ‘Wet Dream,’ Dead at 80

Max Romeo, the reggae legend who broke through with a pioneering rude boy classic and soundtracked the political turmoil of 1970s Jamaica, died last Friday, April 11, The Guardian reports. He was 80.