Third World is a renowned reggae band from Jamaica, often referred to as "Reggae Ambassadors" for their groundbreaking work in blending reggae with various musical styles, including R&B, funk, pop, and rock.
Third World has had several members over its long history, with some changes to the lineup over the years. Below is a list of key members, both past and present:
### **Current Members:**
1. **Stephen "Cat" Coore** - Founding member, guitarist, and cellist.
2. **Richard Daley** - Bassist and founding member.
3. **AJ Brown** - Lead vocalist and keyboardist, joined in 2014.
4. **Tony "Ruption" Williams** - Drummer, joined in the late 1990s.
5. **Maurice Gregory** - Keyboardist and backing vocalist.
6. **Norris "Noriega" Webb** - Keyboardist.
### **Former Members:**
1. **Michael "Ibo" Cooper** - Founding member and keyboardist, left in the 1980s.
2. **William "Bunny Rugs" Clarke** - Lead vocalist from 1976 until his passing in 2014; one of the band's most iconic voices.
3. **Irvin "Carrot" Jarrett** - Percussionist, left the group in the early 1980s.
4. **Willie Stewart** - Drummer, left the band in the mid-1980s.
5. **Prilly Hamilton** - Original lead vocalist before Bunny Rugs joined.
The current lineup continues to carry on Third World’s legacy, creating and performing music that honors their roots while appealing to a global audience.