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  • Dobby Dobson: An Interview with Jamaica's Music Ambassador (2009)
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    170 min | Documentary
Dobby Dobson: An Interview with Jamaica's Music Ambassador (2009)
Not Rated
170 min | Documentary
Before Marley, there was Dobson. The internationally beloved Highland Ralph 'Dobby' Dobson (b. 1942, Kingston, Jamaica) is a popular and highly regarded, iconic reggae singer and producer, nicknamed 'The Loving Pauper' after one of his ...See moreBefore Marley, there was Dobson. The internationally beloved Highland Ralph 'Dobby' Dobson (b. 1942, Kingston, Jamaica) is a popular and highly regarded, iconic reggae singer and producer, nicknamed 'The Loving Pauper' after one of his best known songs. Dobby began singing at school whilst in Jamaica W.I. , and successfully took part in the infamous Jamaican impressario: Vere Johns' 'Opportunity Hour' talent contest as a member of The Twilights. Dobby began recording in the burgeoning ska and rocksteady eras as a member of Chuck and Dobby, and The Deltas (along with Howard Barrett, later of The Paragons).The group recorded tracks for Lindon and Sonia Pottinger, with 'Cry A Little Cry' topping the local charts, before splitting up. Dobson continuing to record for Pottinger. Dobson later worked with both popular producers: Coxsone Dodd and Duke Reid (recording as a member of both The Virtues and The Sheiks, & recorded a huge hit: 'Loving Pauper' with Reid, which became his signature tune. Written by Tony 'Tex' Watt See less
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Director
Tony Watt
Writer
Tony Watt (written by)
Composer
Dobby Dobson (music written and performed by)
Cinematographers
Vivita | Tony Watt
Editors
Vivita (edited by) | Tony Watt
Production Designers
Vivita | Tony Watt
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May 30, 2009 (Canada)

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Dobby Dobson's primary photo
Dobby Dobson
Self - Performer / Vocal Self - Performer / Vocal   See fewer
Bedford Springs (2002)
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Vivita
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Frankenpimp (2009)
Tony Watt's primary photo
Tony Watt
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Frankenpimp (2009)
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