The Abyssinians

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Aliases: Abbyssinians
Abyssinians
Years active: since 1968
Country: Jamaica
Comments: Influential reggae vocal and dub trio often adding elements of Ethiopian folk to their music. In their lyrics and lifestyle, the band promoted the Rastafari religion.
Members: Bernard Collins
Donald Manning
Linford Manning
Related labels: Clinch Records founder of

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Yim Mas Gan

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Released on Yim-Mas-Gan (1972)

Covered by Sinéad O'Connor

Declaration of Rights

Declaration of Rights

Released on Declaration of Rights (1969)

Covered by Johnny Clarke

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Satta Amassa Gana

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Originally by Carlton & His Shoes

Released on Satta Amassa Gana (1971)

Blowin' in the Wind

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Originally by Bob Dylan REC, The Chad Mitchell Trio REL

Released on Reggae Rocks - The Tide Is High - A Tribute to Rock 'n' Roll (2001)