Llangollen Fringe has paid tribute to a reggae music legend who appeared twice at the festival and has died at the age of 85.
Lee "Scratch" Perry, the legendary producer, provocateur and dub pioneer, first headlined at the Fringe in 2017 and came back again the following year.
Yesterday it was announced he had died at home in Jamaica.
Grammy award-winning Perry was highly influential in the development of reggae and dub music world wide.
Working under many names - as well as in many capacities including disc jockey, producer, record businessman, songwriter, singer - he was a guiding force in the development of reggae.In addition to his own trailblazing music, Perry produced hits for the Wailers, Junior Byles, Max Romeo, the Heptones, Gregory Isaacs, Junior Murvin, and the Clash.
Known for his bizarre behaviour and stream-of-consciousness interviews, he often donned costumes and headdresses made of found objects such as feathers, toys, playing cards, and coins.
A spokesperson for the Fringe team said: "What a character he was, still touring and starring in the Fringe well into his 70s.
"His lovely son looked after him throughout making sure his special microphone was alight as he went on stage.
"We at the Fringe feined ignorance as both were so sweet and beautifully eccentric.
"We feel proud that the Fringe could bring such a
renowned international performer to Llangollen."
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