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Jah Woosh

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Neville Beckford, also known as Jah Woosh, was a Jamaican reggae musician and DJ born in Kingston in 1952. Jah Woosh began his music career in the 1970s, recording his first single "Angela Davis" in 1973. He was known for his conscious lyrics and unique DJ style, which earned him the nickname "The Deejay Commander." Jah Woosh released numerous albums and collaborated with many other reggae artists throughout his career. Jah Woosh died in 2011.

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