Burning Spear
Burning Spear is a renowned Jamaican reggae musician celebrated for his deep roots reggae sound and powerful messages. He has performed in Malawi, contributing to the cultural exchange and inspiration for many Malawian artists, including those in the Flames band.
Born on Mar 01, 1945 (80 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 2 | 8.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 4,007 | $15,000 | 20$ |
| Totals | 2 | 2,961,167 | 4,007 | $15,000 | 20$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Burning Spear's album Marcus Garvey was acknowledged during the event.
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Jamaica:
Her set paid homage to Jamaica’s musical legacy – Bob Andy, Burning Spear and Marcia Griffiths.
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Kenya:
Renowned reggae icon Burning Spear has publicly voiced his frustration and disappointment following reports of a Kenyan school principal allegedly threatening to discipline a Rastafarian teacher over her religious practices.
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Jamaica:
Yamaguchi highlights the contributions of Burning Spear to reggae music and its political messages.
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Jamaica:
Burning Spear is known for using his music to promote Rastafarian beliefs.
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Malawi:
Several Jamaican legends, including Burning Spear, have performed in Malawi, further strengthening the connection between the two nations.
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