04/09/2025
With everything happening we forgot to mention the extremely tragic passing of the one and only Kenneth L. Farquharson AKA Ken Parker. Without question one of the most unheralded of the long lineage of falsetto singers from Jamaica, Ken Parker’s delivery and energy on a track was unmistakable.
On February 22nd we lost another legend and just a day before he would turn 77. Originally stating his career by singing with The Blues Benders he auditioned for Coxsone Dodd but due to a misunderstanding was the only member to show up, so he auditioned as a solo act.
After impressing Dodd he started his solo career and recorded iconic tunes like “My Whole World Is Falling Down” and “Choking Kind” with Studio One. Ken Parker’s career saw him record with other iconic producers such as Bunny Lee, Rupie Edwards, Joe Gibbs, Byron Lee, and of course Duke Reid.
His memory and the legacy he left will never be forgotten. Rest in power Ken and thank you for all the music. ❤️❤️❤️