Tyrone Downie (1956–2022), pianist with Bob Marley and the Wailers

Tyrone Downie was a pianist best known for his work with Bob Marley and the Wailers in the 1970s and ‘80s.

• Died: November 5, 2022 (Who else died on November 5?)
• Details of death: Died in Kingston, Jamaica at the age of 66.
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Musical career

Downie joined Bob Marley and the Wailers in his late teens in the mid-1970s. He played keyboards on their albums beginning with 1976’s “Rastaman Vibration.” Downie’s second album with the Wailers was the acclaimed “Exodus,” featuring his piano on enduring songs including “Three Little Birds.” He remained with the Wailers until Marley’s death in 1981. Downie played keyboards with other reggae notables including Junior Reid, Burning Spear, and Steel Pulse, and he toured with Youssou N’Dour. In 2001, he released the solo album “Organ-D.”

Tributes to Tyrone Downie

Full obituary: Jamaica Observer

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