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A quiet force of Jamaican music, the reggae legend who worked on fiery roots tracks with Bunny Lee in the 70s, explored dancehall in the 80s, and combined roots and lovers material.

 

Named Artist of the Year in Jamaica in both 1974 and 1975, Johnny Clarke became one of the most popular singers on the island, with many of his songs concern his faith and the beliefs of the Rastafari movement, such as anti-violence (as heard on "Let Go Violence") and legalisation of marijuana ("Legalize It").

 

He helped define the "Flying Cymbals" period that preceded the "Roots Rockers" sound of the mid to late 1970s, and was one of the first Jamaican artists signed to Virgin Records' Frontline subsidiary in 1976, releasing the albums Authorized Version and Rockers Time Now on the label before going on to work with the likes of Mad Professor, King Tubby, Errol Thompson, and Prince Jammy.

 

Returning to our stage after 6 years, we can't wait to welcome back Jamaica's finest for a rare London appearance.

Venue accessibility information

We welcome everyone of all abilities to our venue and will do our best to accommodate any guest but please note there may be certain limitations on our accessibility. We recommend reaching out to us at info@thejazzcafelondon.com so that we can best try to accommodate your needs.

There is one step to enter the venue, and we have a ramp available which our door team will assist in putting in place when required.

We have a area for wheelchair users to the right hand side of the stage when facing, with an accessible toilet right beside it. Due to the nature of the venue’s layout, we recommend arriving as early as possible. Either way, a member of our team will happily escort you there.

If you would like your carer to accompany you for the night, please purchase a general admission ticket for yourself and email your carer’s name to info@thejazzcafelondon.com and they’ll receive a complimentary ticket.

Please note our restaurant is not wheelchair acc