Chris Blackwell
Chris Blackwell is a British-Jamaican music producer and entrepreneur, best known as the founder of Island Records. He played a pivotal role in the careers of many reggae artists, including Bob Marley, and was instrumental in bringing reggae music to a global audience. Blackwell's vision and business acumen helped shape the music industry, making him a significant figure in recording history.
Born on Jun 22, 1936 (89 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suriname | 1 | 7.00 | 0.36% | +0% | 586,634 | 2,141 | $4,600 | 17$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 33,294 | $2,700,000 | 1,324$ |
| Germany | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 76,445 | $3,845,000 | 3,508$ |
| France | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 61,347 | $2,700,000 | 2,538$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 43,092 | $1,400,000 | 1,290$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 9,287 | $240,000 | 219$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,834 | $15,000 | 14$ |
| Totals | 7 | 277,442,752 | 228,440 | $10,904,600 | 8,910$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Jamaica:
Chris Blackwell started his Island Records company and tried to promote Jimmy Cliff's music to rock audiences.
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Portugal:
Chris Blackwell was the producer of Island Records who signed Jimmy Cliff.
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United Kingdom:
Chris Blackwell was a music producer who gave Jimmy Cliff the script for a film role.
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Suriname:
Chris Blackwell co-founded the label that helped bring Jamaican music to international audiences.
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Spain:
Chris Blackwell partnered with Leslie Kong to form Island Records, helping to promote reggae music.
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France:
Chris Blackwell is the founder of Island Records, which signed Jimmy Cliff.
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Germany:
Chris Blackwell signed Bob Marley and the Wailers after Jimmy Cliff had left him.
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Guyana:
Chris Blackwell is the founder of Island Records, collaborating on research for unclaimed royalties.
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Jamaica:
Chris Blackwell is the founder of Island Records involved in discussions about royalties.
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Brazil:
Chris Blackwell was the founder of Island Records and part of Bob Marley's entourage during his Brazil visit.
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