Music of Jamaica

The music of Jamaica includes Jamaican folk music and many popular genres, such as mento, ska, rocksteady, reggae, dub music, dancehall, reggae fusion and related styles.

Reggae is especially popular through the fame of Bob Marley. Jamaican music's influence on music styles in other countries includes the practice of (Jamaican)|toasting]], which was brought to New York City British genres such as lovers rock, jungle music and grime are also influenced by Jamaican music.

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