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Cornell, or Cornel, Campbell started recording in 1956, cutting shuffle and early ska tunes like “My Treasure” and “Don’t Want Your Loving” at the ubiquitous Studio One for Coxsone Dodd. His singing style is delicate and ephemeral, making heavy use of falsetto. His stint at Studio One produced some beautiful tunes like Stars, Queen Of The Minstrels, Magic Spell, Trick In The Book and many others.
His sister, Cecille Campbell, also sang at Studio One and was a member of the Soulettes with Rita Marley. As well as cutting solo sides, Cornell was also at various times a member of singing groups like The Sensations, The Eternals, The Uniques and The Jays.
In the ’70s Cornell left Studio One and started an immensely profitable alliance with Bunny Lee. Hit after hit soon followed, and such was the dominance of the pair that Cornell was sooned nicknamed the Gorgon.
Towards the end of the ’80s and in the ’90s Cornell was less prolific, but still carried on producing singles, such as “Hell In A Yard” for King Tubby’s Firehouse label (with the Jays). Towards the end of the 80s he took a few years off to concentrate on his family’s farm, though he recorded sporadically.
Today, after 50 years in music, he still finds time to get into the studio and play the occasional gig. Recent tunes include the haunting “King In My Empire” with german dubmeisters Rhythm & Sound and a couple of tracks with Dub Syndicate.
In the ’70s Cornell left Studio One and started an immensely profitable alliance with Bunny Lee. Hit after hit soon followed, and such was the dominance of the pair that Cornell was sooned nicknamed the Gorgon.
Towards the end of the ’80s and in the ’90s Cornell was less prolific, but still carried on producing singles, such as “Hell In A Yard” for King Tubby’s Firehouse label (with the Jays). Towards the end of the 80s he took a few years off to concentrate on his family’s farm, though he recorded sporadically.
Today, after 50 years in music, he still finds time to get into the studio and play the occasional gig. Recent tunes include the haunting “King In My Empire” with german dubmeisters Rhythm & Sound and a couple of tracks with Dub Syndicate.
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LilMadeaZ wrote:
♥
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ksjn wrote:
he so perfect.
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electricwookie wrote:
He is The Gorgon.
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suisita wrote:
why no one is listening to "Didn't I"?
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YoFancy wrote:
i got a hundred pounds of collie
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cebulon6969 wrote:
Anybody have any recommendations for a good OG Cornell Campbell album?
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staytooned wrote:
Boxing is my joint, witta joint!
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ashleyrobb wrote:
banduluuuuu
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LoversRockBrit wrote:
I remember this song back in the day "Stick By Me" -- and going to Boucing Ball Club in London - is it still around?
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eastbaythunder wrote:
nice music
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blueyz wrote:
Give me love.......great track,,,along with many more, respect Cornell
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wahine wrote:
fire
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Mek37 wrote:
Un artiste comme on les aimes ! BAD !!!
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shilon wrote:
roots & culture!
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TIHKAL wrote:
GANJA :D
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Fflor wrote:
Adoro seu estilo tranqüilo, sua voz suave e melodiosa... Tudo fica lindo na voz de Cornell Campbell : ))
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The Mighty Sparrow will be appearing at The Troxy, 490 Commercial Road, London, E1 0HX, England on 19th July 2008 at 8pm. The show is called 'Soca Invasion' and other artistes include the Jamesy P and Shurwayne Winchester. More artistes to be confirmed. Tickets on sale 3rd June 2008. Call 08707 602603 or visit stellatickets.co.uk.
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flinkemagnus wrote:
sweeeet
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asylwan wrote:
Check out the group Reggae ca 1974-1984 if you enjoy this artist.
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qadnexa3 wrote:
so hot
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