Black Uhuru
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: Jamaica
- Born: 1972 in Kingston, Jamaica
- Active: 1972 - present
Biography
Black Uhuru is a Jamaican reggae group formed in Kingston in 1972, led throughout by founder Derrick 'Duckie' Simpson. The classic lineup of Simpson, Michael Rose and Sandra 'Puma' Jones, backed by *Sly and Robbie*, made the group international stars with 'Sinsemilla', 'Red' and 'Chill Out', and 'Anthem' won the first Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album. Simpson has kept the name alive through many lineups, most recently with lead singer Andrew Bees.
Genres
Black Uhuru Discography
- Showcase (1979) - Album - rated 4.58/5
- Sinsemilla (1980) - Album - rated 3.67/5
- Red (1981) - Album - rated 3.68/5
- Chill Out (1982) - Album - rated 3.56/5
- The Dub Factor (1983) - Album - rated 3.45/5
- Anthem (1983) - Album - rated 3.39/5
- Brutal (1986) - Album - rated 2.88/5
Members
- Derrick "Duckie" Simpson - vocals (1972–Present)
- Andrew Bees - lead vocals (1998–Present)
- Kaye Starh - vocals (2018–Present)
- Don Carlos - vocals (1972–1976; 1990–1995)
- Garth Dennis - vocals (1972–1976; 1990–1995)
- Michael Rose - lead vocals (1976–1985)
- Puma Jones - vocals (1978–1987)
- Junior Reid - lead vocals (1985–1989)