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Byron Lee
Byron Lee formed his first band, The Byron Lee Orchestra, in 1956. He renamed it The Dragonaires in 1961, a name inspired by the Chinese zodiac. During the...
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Byron Lee formed his first band, The Byron Lee Orchestra, in 1956. He renamed it The Dragonaires in 1961, a name inspired by the Chinese zodiac.
During the 1970s and 1980s, they released other hits like 'Soca Train' and 'Congo Man.' Their music became associated with Caribbean Carnival events. The Dragonaires' lineup included musicians like saxophonist Wilton 'Bogey' Gaynair and vocalist Patsy Gallineau.
Their sound drew from calypso, reggae, and soul traditions. Another of their notable songs was 'Only A Fool.'
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