Third World
A.K.A. Prilly Hamilton Willie Stewart Irvin "Carrot" Jarrett William "Bunny Rugs" Clarke Michael "Ibo" Cooper Norris "Noriega" Webb Maurice Gregory Tony "Ruption" Williams AJ Brown Richard Daley Stephen "Cat" Coore
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Label: Columbia | CBS | Island | Shanachie

Bio

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.

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Events and Concerts

Maxwell's UHS Cruise
Port of Miami Norwegian Pearl 1922-2298 N Cruise Blvd, Miami
February 14, 2025

Album listing

Ain't Givin' Up

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Shanachie
SH 45056
2003
You've Got the Power

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Columbia
AL 37744
1982
Journey To Addis

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Island
ILPS9554
1978

Singles

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Now The We Found Love
Island

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Try Jah Love
Island