Honoring Lucky Dube: 60th Birthday Special Edition of ‘Prisoner’ Set for Release

fter Bob Marley’s death in 1981 there was a void in the reggae firmament. No one was matching his level of international impact, and a more hedonistic style of dancehall reggae became prominent. But in 1985, in apartheid South Africa, there rose a powerful artist using reggae to deliver inspirational messages and social commentary: Lucky Dube. Within three years he became not only an African superstar but through widespread international touring and incendiary performances a genuine force on the world stage. Though his songs were often banned by the South African government, Lucky Dube managed to deliver his message and was able to see the end of apartheid in 1994. Lucky continued to release acclaimed albums and make celebrated tours until he was tragically murdered in a failed car-jacking in a suburb of Johannesburg in 2007; he was only 43. In celebration of Lucky Dube’s tremendous legacy, on November 15, 2024, Shanachie Entertainment will release a special vinyl LP 60th Birthday Edition of his classic “Prisoner” album as part of a worldwide celebration of Lucky’s great contribution to humanity. Read the full story HERE