Leslie Kong
Leslie Kong was a Jamaican record producer and one of the pioneering figures in reggae music, known for his work with artists like Jimmy Cliff, Toots and the Maytals, and Desmond Dekker. He founded the iconic Beverley's Records in Kingston, which became a crucial platform for emerging reggae talent in the 1960s. Kong's production style and keen ear for talent significantly shaped the reggae sound and helped propel it onto the international stage. His collaborations with Cliff, particularly on hits like 'You Can Get It If You Really Want,' were instrumental in bringing reggae to a broader audience.
Born on Aug 08, 1933 (92 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 66,588 | $2,700,000 | 2,648$ |
| France | 2 | 6.00 | 0.19% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 122,695 | $2,700,000 | 5,075$ |
| Honduras | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 10,015 | $25,000 | 25$ |
| 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 | $240,000 | 219$ |
| Totals | 7 | 200,015,617 | 251,677 | $7,065,000 | 9,257$ |
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Portugal:
Leslie Kong was a significant producer who worked with Jimmy Cliff.
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United Kingdom:
Leslie Kong was a Chinese Jamaican music producer who helped Jimmy Cliff establish his own record label.
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Spain:
Leslie Kong was a businessman who recognized Jimmy Cliff's talent and launched his career.
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France:
Leslie Kong was a producer who helped Jimmy Cliff and Bob Marley in their early careers.
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Honduras:
Leslie Kong was the producer who helped launch Jimmy Cliff's career.
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France:
Leslie Kong was a producer who helped Jimmy Cliff in his early career.
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United Kingdom:
Leslie Kong was a key producer in reggae who collaborated with Jimmy Cliff early in his career.
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