Earl Smith
United StatesmusicianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.02%Earl Smith, affectionately known as 'Chinna,' is a talented guitarist and producer in the reggae scene, recognized for his expressive guitar work that adds a spiritual and velvety tone to the music. His contributions to Burning Spear's 'Marcus Garvey' showcase his ability to blend melody with profound cultural messages.
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Earl Smith’s death was ruled a suicide by the Albany Police Department.
AOC signs on to Pressley's demand for DOJ probe into Black hangingsFox News·United States· 2026-09-11
United States· 2026-09-11
Recipients include musician Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith.
140 for national honours | NewsThe Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·
Jamaica· 2026-08-06
Jamaica· 2026-08-06
Earl Smith is the ambassador of the United States who agreed to hold frequent consultations after discussions with Piedra.
Batista entregó el Gobierno a una Junta Militar y Huyó; Castro sigue la lucha; Ocupó Santiago y Cienfuegos; Desmanes en La HabanaClarín·
Argentina· 2025-08-04
Argentina· 2025-08-04
Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith released a tribute album for Junior Byles titled Still Beating Down Babylon.
Thanksgiving service for Junior Byles today | EntertainmentThe Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2025-06-16
Jamaica· 2025-06-16
Earl 'Chinna' Smith's expressive guitar playing added a spiritual tone to the music.
Calabash tribute marks 50 years of Burning Spear’s ‘Marcus Garvey’ | EntertainmentThe Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·Jamaica· 2025-05-29
Jamaica· 2025-05-29
