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this is one of the most pleasant news that i have heard reggaewize in this new year.we stiull are very much in need of those vintage artists.we have lost so many uyntimely much to the detriment of the music.may you live long among us and for years and years to come alton.
fadel from senegal west africa

Here's another link with news...he looks very good, hope we have you on the road again Alton! (he had a confirmed show in the jazz cafe, London on 10th August)

http://www.boss-sounds.org/phpBB2/viewt ... 54c30df2f7

Jah bless you Mr Ellis...

just been thinking about alton ellis and i am happy to hear that he is better now..some time ago there was a topic about peter broggs, how is he?? hope he feels better..jah guide and protect..blessed love

http://www.roots-archives.com/forum/read.php?2,66494

Trojan website:

http://www.trojan-records.com/index.php ... 3e87aa26e3

"Concerns have been raised recently for the welfare of Alton Ellis, who after collapsing at a show at London’s 100 Club in August has been receiving treatment in hospital, with reports suggesting his condition is currently extremely serious.

One of the true greats of Jamaican music, he had appeared to be on the road to recovery after receiving treatment to eliminate cancer of the lymph glands at end of last year, but after resuming his live work in the spring it soon became apparent he had been greatly weakened by the effects of the chemotherapy.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Alton, a man whose immense talent is equalled by his gentleness and modesy – may he make a full recovery and be back to full-fitness very soon."

It would be nice to realize, that this bad news are actually just another rumours. However, when I checked the DHR forum, I found this message 'Not a rumour Empress. I just spoke with Peter hunnigale and he passed yesterday evening.' So I'm afraid, it's a true this time.

word is on blood & fire that Alton passed away this morning. RIP Mr Rocksteady, no more suffering for him now

Sorry to hear this, will be playing your tunes and remembering you Alton.