Phyllis Dillon

Although her initial recording career was relatively short, Phyllis Dillon made a major impact on Jamaican music, and remains one of the most beloved singers associated with rocksteady and early reggae. Blessed with a sweet, smooth soprano, she recorded dozens of songs in Kingston with producer Duke Reid, including originals as well as covers of American pop and soul tunes. After becoming a sensation in her home country, her fame spread internationally, and she helped popularize rocksteady throughout the world. However, her lack of monetary compensation, as well as her desire ...