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Drummie Zeb

1959 – 2022

British drummer

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Lived 1959 – 2022 (aged 62). Drummie Zeb was a British musician.

Angus Gaye (24 September 1959 – 2 September 2022), better known as Drummie Zeb, was an English musician. He was the drummer and vocalist for the reggae band Aswad, as well as a record producer for other artists.

Early life Gaye was born in London on 24 September 1959. His parents immigrated to the United Kingdom from Carriacou, Grenada, as part of the Windrush generation.

Gaye took an interest in drumming after a cousin, who was a drummer, started living at his family home as a tenant. He would use anything he had at hand to use as a drum. His father bought him his first drum at the age of eight so he would stop damaging family property and Gaye eventually became a kit drummer in the local steelpan band called the "Metronomes". They became the first British reggae group to sign with an international label, signing up with Island Records in 1975. Gaye was the only member who remained a part of the band throughout its existence.

Aswad gained popularity after the release of their debut single "Back to Africa" in 1976. and Cool Summer Reggae (2002). Aswad ultimately released 21 albums and received two more Grammy nominations. By 2006, he and Robinson were the only founding members still playing with the group. Aswad released their last album, City Lock, in 2009. He also worked with Sweetie Irie, Joe, Vanessa-Mae, Carroll Thompson and others. including Soloman who is also a reggae artist. He died on 2 September 2022 at the age of 62. The cause of death has not been given.

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Holland Park School

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Drummie Zeb?

British drummer (1959–2022)

When was Drummie Zeb born?

Drummie Zeb was born on 24 September 1959 in London.

When did Drummie Zeb die?

Drummie Zeb died on 2 September 2022.

What was Drummie Zeb's occupation?

Drummie Zeb was a musician.

What nationality was Drummie Zeb?

Drummie Zeb was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Drummie Zeb

· Wikidata: Q5309200

· DBpedia: Drummie Zeb

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