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Wycliffe "Steely" Johnson 1962-2009

Posted by nodoubt on 9/30/2009 | Comments (2)

Wycliffe "Steely" Johnson, renowned keyboardist and producer who helped steer Jamaican music for nearly two decades and modernize the dancehall genre, passed away on September 1, 2009.

Johnson, one half of the reggae production team Steely & Clevie, collaborated with No Doubt during recording sessions that took place in Jamaica in 2001.  Together, Steely & Clevie co-produced two tracks for the band, Start The Fire (from the Rock Steady album) and New Friend (from the Everything In Time album).

"We are deeply saddened to hear of Steely's passing.  He was an inspiring force of nature in the studio and we are truly lucky to have been able to work with him.  Our thoughts go out to his family and loved ones." - Tony Kanal

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