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George Barrett: A Lifetime of Reggae Radio.

George "Reggae" Barrett George Barrett: A Lifetime of Reggae Radio. 44 Years and Still Going Strong "Reggae is largely absent from mainstream airplay in North America. Its strongest outposts are non-commercial and college radio stations, and public access cable TV channels, which broadcast programs presented by volunteer devotees of the music. To do a weekly show requires an enormous amount of work - auditioning new releases, researching the backgrounds of upcoming guests, combing the past for its most important moments. It requires an enormous amount of dedication - or, as Rasta says, "livication," because these activities are almost all non-paying positions. Such a committed presenter is George Barrett of Vancouver, who has spent 36 years educating Western Canada's growing reggae audience. He comes from the First Family of Reggae Music - his cousins Carlton and Aston are the world-famous Barrett Brothers, the drum and bass section of Bob Marley's Wailers band, who brought the message of the prophet to the four corners of the planet, so the music is in George's blood. "Because he came directly out of the culture that produced this irresistible riddim, he knows it in ways that those of us up north can't. And his articulate ability to share his knowledge and love of reggae has shaped Canada's perceptions of Jamaica's greatest export and influenced a couple of generations of young fans. His works are acknowledged internationally, his selfless service widely respected. There are very few broadcasters who have enjoyed such a long and fertile career as George Barrett, and I'm proud to call him 'friend'". -Roger Steffens, Chairman, Reggae Grammy Committee; Founding Editor, The Beat. On August 28th, 1976, George Barrett began his broadcasting career on Vancouver Coop Radio, CFRO 100.5 FM after migrating to British Columbia from his native Jamaica. A reflection of his life, work, and passion, The Reggae Radio Show was born. In October 1982, its sibling, The Rockers Show - named after the classic Jamaican film 'Rockers' - followed on CITR 101.9 FM. Thirty years since his first show aired, George Barrett continues to dedicate his time and talents to educate and entertain western Canadians and world-wide listeners on his weekly reggae programmed. Louie has known George for almost a quarter of a century and began co-hosting The Reggae Show with George in 1987. Here's what he had to say: "George is a very straight forward person who does not hold back. He just tells you as it is; he calls a spade a spade. He is very dedicated and committed to sharing and educating people about reggae. JANUARY 28 2013 Received from The CONGRESS OF BLACK WOMAN, Extraordinary Men Extraordinary Presence Award George Barrett 2011 Awards West Cost Reggae Caribbean Music Award 19th March 2011 1 George Barrett Best Radio DJ 2 Outstanding contribution to the reggae music industry. 3 Pioneer Lifetime Community Recognition Special Award 2011 TRINIDAD & TOBAGO CULTURAL SOCIETY OF B.C, Outstanding Achievement Award In Recognition of your many contributions to our community over the Years. 2004 VANCOUVER REGGAE POSSE, Thank you for 30 Years of reggae music development. 2001 August JAMAICAN CANADIAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF B.C, In Recognition of your contribution in enhancing the profile of Jamaican culture through the promotion of reggae music for over 26 years. 1993 The CONGRESS OF BLACK WOMAN AWARD: Pioneer Category for your contribution in paving the way for others to follow. 1999 CARIBE/WESCAN C.C APPRECIATION AWARD, For your outstanding community contribution in broadcasting. 1999 CANADIAN REGGAE MUSIC AWARDS, "Peter Tosh" Memorial Award. 1986 CANADIAN REGGAE MUSIC AWARD, For Appreciation Award For Outstanding and dedicated service reggae music.