Earl 16

Earl 16, born Earl John Daley in Kingston, Jamaica, is a roots reggae singer whose smooth vocals and conscious lyrics have made him a respected figure in the genre since the 1970s. He began his career as a teen performing with various Jamaican producers, including Lee "Scratch" Perry, Joe Gibbs, and Augustus Pablo, and later found success with songs like "Malcolm X" and "Love Is a Feeling." His music often blends social commentary with laid-back reggae rhythms, keeping the spirit of roots reggae alive.

Over the years, Earl 16 has collaborated with a wide range of artists and producers, from reggae stalwarts to electronic and dub innovators like Leftfield and Dreadzone. His work has a global appeal, bridging traditional reggae with dub, drum and bass, and more experimental styles. With a career spanning decades, Earl 16 continues to release music and perform worldwide, upholding reggae’s message of unity and resistance.

Genres

Dub

Roots Reggae

Reggae

Lovers Rock

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Latest Release

Jah Disciples

Earl 16•

The Disciples•

Cultural Warriors

Single - Released May 2, 2025