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Winston Riley was born on 14 May, 1943 in Kingston, Jamaica, is a Jamaican singer-songwriter. Discover Winston Riley's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 66 years old?

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Occupation Producer, Singer, Songwriter
Age 66 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born 14 May, 1946
Birthday 14 May
Birthplace Kingston, Jamaica
Date of death 2012
Died Place Kingston, Jamaica
Nationality Jamaica

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Winston Riley Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Winston Riley worth at the age of 66 years old? Winston Riley’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from Jamaica. We have estimated Winston Riley's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Soundtrack

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1943

Winston Riley (14 May 1943 – 19 January 2012) was a Jamaican singer, songwriter and record producer.

The Jamaica Gleaner notes he was one of the most successful reggae producers.

Riley was born in Kingston, Jamaica.

1962

He formed the band The Techniques in 1962 and recorded material with that group.

1968

He formed his own label in 1968 and produced records for several musicians, including Alton and Hortense Ellis and Johnny Osbourne.

Riley's own song, "Double Barrel", performed by Dave and Ansell Collins under his own production, was one of the first international reggae hits, reaching number 1 in the Dutch and UK Singles Chart.

His "Stalag" riddim is the most sampled reggae song of all time.

1973

The rhythm was first released in 1973, as the instrumental Ansell Collins track "Stalag 17", named after the World War II film of the same name.

It reappeared later as "Stalag 18", "Stalag 19", "Stalag 20" and "Ring the Alarm Quick".

1979

Riley produced General Echo's hugely influential album The Slackest in 1979, and he went on to launch the careers of Sister Nancy, Buju Banton, Cutty Ranks, Lone Ranger and Frankie Paul.

The band Widespread Panic recorded Echo's song "Arlene", and have performed many versions of it at their concerts.

2011

On 1 November 2011, Winston was shot in the head at his home in Kingston.

According to police, he had been the subject of several earlier attacks.

2012

After being in a coma since the shooting, he died on 19 January 2012.

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