First and foremost, I am a reggae artist, insists Shaggy. Born Orville Richard Burrell, the multimillion seller is a worldwide ambassador for reggae, but few know just how connected Shaggy is with the sound of Jamaican rhythms. SHAGGY: DOGAMUFFIN STYLE details the rise of a superstar from Kingston, Jamaica, to his ten years in Flatbush, Brooklyn, to his time spent in the Marines during the Gulf War, while at the same time introducing the reader to the fascinating history and rich culture of reggae music. Delving into the musical trends in Jamaica during Shaggy’s formative years, the popularity of soundsystem ‘deejays’ (the Jamaican equivalent of rap MCs) and the influence of both 1970s reggae and Bob Marley, Locilento provides an insight into Shaggy’s unique sound. Although most, if not all, journalists label him a rapper, this book explains not only Shaggy’s reggae roots, but opens the door to exciting new music sure to please the fans of Mr Boombastic.