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Linval Thompson
May 27, 2001

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Linval Thompson Interview - May 27, 2001 Linval Thompson reasons with Ireggae about his early days of recording and how he eventually brought the late Henry 'Junjo' Lawes into the reggae business.   Linval also discusses his production career, which includes Freddie McGregor's "Big Ship", The Viceroys' "We Must Unite" and Eek-A-Mouse to name just a few.. 

Linval talks about the success of his music in Europe and his recent tour there to sold out crowds throughout France and Italy.  He also discusses the resurgence of the 'Thompson Sound' rhythms which are featured in the latest release by Yami Bolo "Healing Of All Nations", recently released by Roots Foundation Records.

Linval Thompson is preparing for his first visit to California in many, many years to perform at the 8th Annual Sierra Nevada World Music Festival next month.  

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Linval Thompson at SNWMF 2001:

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