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Scotty

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Jamaican deejay and singer David Scott (1951-2003), discovered by producer Derrick Harriott, whose "Draw Your Brakes" (1972) featured on The Harder They Come soundtrack. His melodic, half-sung toasting also produced "Skank in Bed" and "Musical Chariot." Remembered as an early bridge between toasting and singing.

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Scotty - Draw Your Brakes (Crystal / Dub Store reissue)

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Dub Store Records reissue upload of the 1972 Crystal single; discovery-only embed.

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Story · Well supportedFrom toasting to chatting: how the deejay took over

The Jamaican deejay grew from a hype-man behind the selector into the star of the record.

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