Reggae music lost another champion of the island sound: Joe Gibbs, legendary producer, recording engineer, label founder and manager died of a heart attack at the age of 65. Gibbs created one of my favorite reggae tunes of all time – “Two Sevens Clash” – recorded by Culture in 1977. Gibbs also created many of the big roots and rock-steady riddims of the late 60’s and early 70’s and continued to produce hit after hit throughout the 80’s dancehall era.

VP Records President Chris Chin offered his prayers for an artist who helped put the record label on the international map, stating, “We want to take this time to remember a truly pivotal producer in the reggae business. Our prayers go out to his loved ones. His spirit and music will live on.”

Joe Gibbs Lives On In His Music – Future Releases

VP Records imprint 17 North Parade was already in the process of re-releasing the complete catalog of Gibbs’ music, starting with Barrington Levy Collection on April 26th and Joe Gibbs Reggae Anthology in May.

A press release from VP Records reports that the Sirius Satellite channel Reggae Rhythms has the audio of Joe Gibbs’ last interview and they will air it on Sunday March 2nd.

May Jah raise you to the highest heights Joe Gibbs. Lord knows you have lifted many a spirit up during your time on earth.

JOHNNY CLARKE – “Take Heed” Produced by Joe Gibbs and Errol T:

“Two Sevens Clash”:

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