Earl Chinna Smith
JamaicamusicianMaleb. 19558.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Earl 'Chinna' Smith is a prominent Jamaican guitarist and producer, known for his work in the reggae genre. He has collaborated with many artists, including Bunny Wailer, and continues to be an influential figure in the reggae music scene, celebrated for his musicianship and contributions to the Rastafari movement.
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Earl 'Chinna' Smith was being conferred with the Order of Distinction for his contribution to the music industry.
‘My mother waited 100 years for this’ | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-08-12
Earl 'Chinna' Smith is among the recipients of the Order of Distinction for his contribution to the music industry.
‘Gratitude and sadness’ at posthumous OD for Stranger Cole | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-08-10
Earl 'Chinna' Smith is being recognized for his contribution to the music industry.
Mikie Bennett says OD is ‘icing on the cake’ | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-08-09Earl 'Chinna' Smith received recognition for his contributions to the music industry.
Posthumous Order of Distinction honours Stranger Cole's musical legacy | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-08-06
Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith is one of the featured acts at the Trench Town Culture Festival.
Trench Town festival to raise awareness for Wailers 50 project | EntertainmentJamaica· 2026-02-02
Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith celebrates his milestone 70th birthday today, Independence Day, and it will be a day of Groundation.
A Groundation birthday as Chinna Smith turns 70 today | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-08-06
Earl 'Chinna' Smith led the Binghistra drummers during the musical tributes at the service.
Windy farewell for Junior Byles | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-06-17
Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith is a legendary guitarist and longtime collaborator of Joe Higgs.
Joe Higgs Legacy Tribute returns on his birthday June 3 | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-05-15
Earl Chinna Smith is a musician who participated in the Bunny Wailer Symposium.
Binghi, Rootsman Skankin’ concert to celebrate Bunny Wailer at 78 | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-04-10
