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Realistic illustration of Jimmy Cliff on stage with reggae tributes, honoring his legacy upon death at 81.
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Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies at age 81

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Jimmy Cliff, the pioneering Jamaican reggae singer and star of the film The Harder They Come, has died at the age of 81 following a seizure and pneumonia. His family announced the news on Instagram, thanking fans for their lifelong support. Tributes have poured in from fellow artists, including the Bob Marley family, Sean Paul, and Yusuf/Cat Stevens, celebrating his role in globalizing reggae.

Reggae singer Lukie D's 2005 hit 'Missing You Like Crazy' has achieved platinum certification in New Zealand, nearly 20 years after its release. The milestone reflects 30,000 units in combined sales and streaming, as announced by Recorded Music NZ. Lukie D expressed surprise at the song's enduring popularity.

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Sublime has revealed plans for their first-ever music festival, Me Gusta, debuting on May 9 in Fort Worth, Texas. The event at Panther Island Pavilion will feature the band alongside Slightly Stoopid as headliners, celebrating West Coast alternative culture. Tickets are now available starting at $89.99.

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