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AND WORKS We needed you and your music but the Lord needed you more. your music will always be an inspiration. RIP! Mulumba joshua <anamjam@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:56:59 (EDT) I have always been a great admirer of Joseph Hill/Culture for many years. I know that i am not the only Kenyan who feel the loss of one of reggae's great icons. Indeed he paid tribute to his Kenyan fans with two visits; i was one of the thousands upon thousands who thronged his shows there. Having been brought uo in the ghettos his conscious lyrics were and will forever be uplifting. R.I.P Joseph Hill. One of your Kenyan fans. willis okech <wokech@yahoo.com> Oxford, OH U.S.A - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:36:35 (EDT) We shall miss you but jah is with you.Your music will keep us in you. JAH BLESS AND REST IN PEASE. phanuel rugendo maclus <macluspr@state.gov> nairobi, kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:32:09 (EDT) Rest in peace, your work will be a inspiration that will endure for many years to come. Much respect! Artur <dahfiyah@gmail.com> Lisboa, Portugal - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:31:37 (EDT) BROTHER JOSEPH, MAY SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION TO REGGAE FANS ALL OVER THE WORLD. GROWING UP AS A KID IN GHANA, YOUR COURAGEOUS WORDS ALWAYS INSPIRED ME. WE WILL MISS YOU. ERIC NEW YORK, NY U.S. - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:20:31 (EDT) Peace and perfect peace! Joe, you were a great source of inspiration for the oppresed people of the world. Fare thee well my friend and my brother!! Kojo <joojo42yahoo.com> Minneapolis, MN US - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:09:39 (EDT) My prayers unto the Father in Jesus name go out to the family of Joseph Hill. I have really enjoyed listening the earthy, rootsy, heartical voice which has been preserved on so many recordings. The album "Baldhead Bridge" is a particular favourite going back to my earliest years of tuning into the sounds and vibes of conscious reggae. I appreciate very much the contribution of Joseph Hill to reggae music and music in general. We never know when our time here is up- each day, each moment is crucial though we often fail to realize it. I do hope Joseph was one who was in Christ and therefore will enjoy boundless joy and peace of everlasting life. What else could I possibly wish in this time? Shalom, Mike Mike Roots <mroots@optonline.net> Torrington, CT USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 23:01:42 (EDT) On behalf of all Ugandan roots reggae fans I would like to say THANK YOU for your life Joseph, for showing all those good for nothing politicians what they could never be, A MAN WITH DIGNITY, RASTAFARI.... With every lyric, every public appearance and in the life you lived, you challenged us to be our very best at all times. Rest in eternal peace RASTA, you did with your little finger what the vast many could not do with all their limbs. Yours truly, Roots reggae fan in mourning and blessed to have known you. Kimbo <unclepat4@yahoo.com> Columbus, oh USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 22:59:09 (EDT) Deep blessings and condolensces to the Hill Music Family. The music and perpetually conscious lyrics of Culture uplifted my body/spirit like no other on earth. I owe many thanks and praises for all of the positive spiritual inspiration that Joseph Hill and Culture has instilled deeply into the roots of my soul. Immediately after my first exposure to the Music of Culture I was drawn to their rythyms and bright wise words like a fish is drawn to water. Joseph Hill's music kept and will continue to keep me focused on a highly positive spiritual level. I had the pleasure of meeting Joseph backstage at the Belly-up in Solana Beach after a show with Israel Vibartions. We shared a spliff. He personified humbleness,wisdom, and youth to me. No one had or has moves like Joseph skanking. The many cherished memories of Joseph dancing will always be bright shinning stars in my brain. Now Joseph Hill rests peacefully but his spirit is within millions upon millions of us. For all he taught, all he preached, and all of the positive love he spread all over this planet I will be eternally grateful for. When I go I pray that Joseph Hill is the third entity to greet and welcome me after JAH and my dad. If I can assist the Musical Family Of Culture in any way, shape or form please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Much Much Respect and even more LOVE goes out to all of you!!!!! Vadim Vadim Bozhor <Whodozhnik@cox.net> Santee, CA United States - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 22:57:56 (EDT) When I first heard culture's music, the song was 'Holy Mt. Zion', with Sly & Robbie & the Revolutionaries it sound like someone in a half-sleep state casting a powerful unstoppable magical and musical spell. As an aspiring songwriter, I was fascinated by that approach & I was forever hooked. Joseph hill & Culture are heroes to me because they championed that deep innovative spiritual roots reggae music that comes like a spiritual healing tonic whenever u hear it. I feel blessed by their wonderful musical works and the message in the music. I am an artist within reggae because of the works of the Wailers, Culture, the early Third World band & Steel Pulse and people behind the music like Karl Pitterson & Lee Scratch Perry and etc. To all Rasta & Reggae Ambassadors, lets continue the works. Blessings to the Families & Loved Ones of Joseph Hill & Culture! Dean Brown & The Dub Shak Band <alexanderdean@yahoo.com> Macon, GA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 22:33:24 (EDT) You will be remembered for your music and humanity. Say Hello to Brother Bob Kenyan Original <waroza@comcast.net> Jersey City, NJ USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 22:16:27 (EDT) I wish I could explain how much Mr. Hill's music hasinfluenced my life, which I have spent advocating for those with disabilities, children who have been abused, and persons with mental illness. His music has brought me through many difficult days and at times inspirred me to keep onenabled speaking out for those who could not do so for themselves. It has been an honor to know the songs. Thank you Mr. Hill for a gift that has touched the lives of many many of us. You will be greatly missed, and were dearly loved in many hearts. Crystal Fort Myers, Fl USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 22:03:34 (EDT) hail to the family keep strong in this time. Joseph did jah works and it was jah calling to go to zion.I remember the single 2 7's clash it was uplifting to no only jamaicans but to the world.You have left a legacy of historical music that i hope will continue being played to educate the future generation of the world. unseen guest <qrrrdm@verizion.net> nj, nj 08081 - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:56:20 (EDT) Thanks and respect for the music and love your brought to the world. Thanks for the amazing tribute to Joseph in Dublin. Respect to Kenyatta and may Joseph rest in peace. Jah Rastafari Gerrit Fischedick <GFischedick@gmx.de> Dublin, Ireland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:55:30 (EDT) hail to the family keep strong in this time. Joseph did jah works and it was jah calling to go to zion.I remember the single 2 7's clash it was uplifting to no only jamaicans but to the world.You have left a legacy of historical music that i hope will continue being played to educate the future generation of the world. unseen guest <qrrrdm@verizion.net> nj, nj 08081 - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:55:03 (EDT) A void has been left in the world of reggae. who will step up to fill that void. His Music was indeed a mission not a competition. His voice was a gift from some other dimension. You will always be in our minds. Well done Joseph Hill Andrew andrew richards <a_richards99@yahoo.com> kin, jamaica - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:51:55 (EDT) hail to the family keep strong in this time. Joseph did jah works and it was jah calling to go to zion.I remember the single 2 7's clash it was uplifting to no only jamaicans but to the world.You have left a legacy of historical music that i hope will continue being played to educate the future generation of the world. unseen guest <qrrrdm@verizion.net> nj, nj 08081 - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:51:22 (EDT) love and thanks....the gig in dublin was amazing respect to kenyatta...rest in peace joseph...you changed my life...jah rastafari Donncha Dempsey <d.dempsey@rocketmail.com> Dublin, - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:45:23 (EDT) I HAD THE PLEASURE TO SEE MR. JOSEPH HILL AND CULTURE PERFORM AT THE 9:30 CLUB IN WASHINGTON DC A FEW YEARS BACK. THE BEST PERFORMANCE I HAVE EVER SEEN!!! MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT HIS FAMILY IN THEIR TIME OF GRIEF. CULTURE WILL LIVE ON!!! Andrea G. Samuels <MyluvKJ@aol.com> Baltimore, MD USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:39:58 (EDT) Thanks for the great music. RIP Lowell <LTaubman@aol.com> Long Beach, NY USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:37:14 (EDT) We'll always miss that cool charisma that Joe embodied onstage. He just had such a joyous way of presenting reggae msuic to the audience. His almost joking matter-of-fact style... we'll miss so terribly much. His music will, though, live on forever!!!!!! Kat Farley <reggaeislove@yahoo.com> Richmond, Va. USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:31:14 (EDT) Nuff Respect to Brother Joseph. Jah knows he teached us well. Thank You for being here with us and we will always remember you. Jah Bless! Carlos A. Babilonia <cbabilonia@onelinkpr.net> San JJuan, PR USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 21:05:30 (EDT) Give tanx Joseph! Nuff respect for all. Jah Bless. Giulio Siroli Giulio Siroli <giuliosiroli@virgilio.it> lugo, ravenna Italy - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:53:35 (EDT) Give tanx Joseph! Nuff respect for all. Jah Bless. Giulio Siroli Giulio Siroli <giuliosiroli@virgilio.it> lugo, ravenna Italy - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:53:22 (EDT) Give tanx Joseph! Nuff respect for all. Jah Bless. Giulio Siroli Giulio Siroli <giuliosiroli@virgilio.it> lugo, ravenna Italy - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:53:18 (EDT) JOSEPH HILL LIVES FOR EVER! WHO HAVE EARS LET THEM HEAR!!! This GREAT AFRICAN WORRIOR is indelible, and as such ETERNAL!!!! I am greatful to exist in this the era of the real revolutionaries and to have seen one of the most charming, charismatic, 'humble AFRICAN' LOVE RASTA ria <yolanda_bernard@yahoo.com> Clarendon, Jamaica - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:42:46 (EDT) Henk Langeveld <info@henklangeveld.nl> Amsterdam, The Netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:37:29 (EDT) My teacher Brother Joseph, You have taught me many things over the years. Kindness and humility among them. My thoughts, prayers, and love go out to Miss Pauline, your "Big wall of strength!", Albert and Telly and the rest of the band. May JAH send you His Comforter. I've sent prayers up to you and I hope you've heard them with your 20/20 hearing. You are the bird that migrated before winter so you would not parish, but you still resemble yourself - I saw you. I will miss you greatly on this plane. I know there is one big jam session going on in the spirit world. How I would love be in on that one! Issa Kelly Minneapolis, MN USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 20:16:54 (EDT) THE LATE GREAT JOSEPH HILL WAS A MENTOR TO ME,WE HAVE LOST A GREAT MAN AND WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY BUT ANYWAY WE HAVE STARTED TO CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE THROUGH YOUR MUSIC AND THE TEACHINGS YOU GAVE US AS THE YOUTS.HILL,SFAMILY MEMBER THAT WE ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS SORROWFUL TIME.JAH BLESS DJ TONY RANKS <tonnyranks@yahoo.com> NAIROBI, +254 KENYA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:58:51 (EDT) Rastaman-Rest in the Peace & Joy that you gave to us all with your music. kind girl Omaha, Ne USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:52:43 (EDT) I can not believe the terrible news of the sad loss of the brilliant joseph Hill. How very strange that only this afternoon i saw the rest of the band members passing through Dublin (IRELAND)Airport on my way back to the uk. I shook the hand of one of the trio, the younger of the two not realising what had happened, with being on a break in Ireland. I had planned to see the group on sunday 27th at the jazz and roots club Shrewsbury England, so i logged on to see other tour dates only to find out that a true individual master had now left us at a time in the world where the concious and inspirational lyrics are so very much needed. Bless Joseph jah RASTAFARI!!!!! Hold tight and be strong to all the family and band members, Keep the muic coming. A live dvd of culture at his best that i have watched several times is available from a site called www.ents.tv Jah Bless Rasty <ryansinclairgrey@yahoo.co.uk> Wolverhampton, West midlands England - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:39:36 (EDT) Rest in Peace JH. Jah Blessings will come over you. Much respect goes to the Family and the band. Also blessings from many rasta fans in Suriname. Respect and RIP. Tuck <sweetkill_03@hotmail.com> Almere, Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:35:25 (EDT) Rest in Peace JH. Jah Blessings will come over you. Much respect goes to the Family and the band. Also blessings from many rasta fans in Suriname. Respect and RIP. Tuck Tuck <micarr_99"hotmail.com> Almere, The netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:31:41 (EDT) give thanks and praises to joseph hill and culture for the songs written for the world to enjoy. always remember the first purchase of international herb and harder than the rest. absolutely fabulous work on those albums, and have loved them since the 80's. nver forget you joe, and cannot wait to watch your live in africa dvd i own with my children. i will teach them of your wisdom and praise,and you will be forever missed in my heart. bless you in your afterlife...and never put the mic down, we love you! chris lyle and family chris lyle <clyle72@sbcglobal.net> redwood city, ca usa - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:30:53 (EDT) I will always have I music in my heart. He gave me clarity. All I & I can say, is that I love that man and his music is like the ocean. It always pleases me. Atlanta and The Metroplex give their respects to the family and all those who love him. Paul Cornwell <pablo@worldcamp.org> Atlanta, Ga USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:15:49 (EDT) Joe, To me and to many reggae fans and rastafarians, Culture has represented the authentic African philosophy and traditions to the world. Culture educate people that values like human dignity and integrity are basics for respecting life AND it is the only way to stop the modern ways of conscious barbaric cheating and destruction of human life! That's why Culture was honored with several awards and was in 1987 in Israel peace concert among the Palestinians and the Israelites. Joseph Hill is a true legend, intelligent and genuine African messenger who upheld traditional values of a simple, open man as can be lived in his lyrical vibes. May Jah bless the Hill family and Culture as the band continue their European tour. May He give Kenyatta Hill (son) the strength and power to pay tribute to his father as a representative in the band! Blessed Ras Tombek Lo Lado <lolado@hotmail.com> Juba, EQuatoria The Sudan - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 19:09:51 (EDT) Many thanks for the wonderful music I experienced throughout these years. You have been a great source of inspiration.. trod on through the cosmos andré <andre_pistelli@hotmail.com> gothenburg, - sWeeden - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:55:16 (EDT) RESPECT to RAS Joseph for all the INSPIRATION through the music. You will be deeply missed, yet in the music you live 4Iver. I am most thankful for witnessing your performances and the moments we shared Reasonings. A TRUE HUMBLE AFRICAN SERVANT doing JAH WORKS! Although I had not seen you in awhile, through spirit the ONENESS was felt. I awoke from a dream on August 19th/Saturday at 3:30am while in Jamaica. You were standing there with arms opened wide awaiting I embrace. Little did I know hours later Peter Broggs would reveal to I that you had passed on to Zion. The ALMIGHTY knew what was best. The ALMIGHTY wanted you to rest! I'm thankful to have delivered the artwork to you while in London in 2004 at The Jazz Cafe. To Pauline Hill, beside every strong man, stands a strong supportive sistren and YOU WILL INDEED BE BLESSED!! To the Hill family my prayers are with you all and may the ALMIGHTY I-tinue to give you all STRENGTH & GUIDANCE!! BLESSED LOVE! Jessica Jessica Va. USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:52:20 (EDT) ........it is with many tears in my eyes that, a moment ago, I stopped and thought to myself.... don't cry. Deceased, but not gone, is a truly passionate and wise dread that influenced you. He, along with a few other prophets, delivered you from the root of ignorance to the foot of humility... through which truth came. Here is a dread that has opened the eyes of many millions of people, and I hope his family knows that. Here is a man of the highest power, that has been for years doing the work of Jah, God, Allah, Yahweh.... the work of peace and truth, liberty and honesty. Kenyatta, I remember you from a show here in Richmond, when I saw you bouncing around in the booth area where the board was.... a great inspiration as well, I could tell so easily (lol) that you truly loved your father, and his music, and I simply cannot wait to see you onstage fulfilling his music with a nice calm and distinctly wise message. I said "Man, we need a soundman like THAT!"... then they told me who you are. Thank you for just giving it your best shot, and feel like the shoes are yours to walk in for a bit. A beautiful man, and a fantastic human being, ras, we will miss you. When I get weak, I turn on culture... hear the prophet sing, and the birds sing like "tweet-tweetie-di-tweet!" A reggae sound engineer and honest man as well, thanks to JH, Jahn Chandler, Richmond Va. ruffbong.com Jahn Chandler <ruffbong@yahoo.com> Richmond, Va usa - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:48:41 (EDT) Joseph, you will be surely missed,my heart goes out to your family and the reggae community, you were one of the best artist to work with and your performances was always flawless, rest in peace and may jah guide......when you see Bob give a hug and rejoice for a job well done...RASROOTS Prod,Manuel Alves. Manuel Alves <mannyalvy@yahoo.com> Sacramento, ca USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:47:15 (EDT) IK HEB GENOOTEN VORIGE WEEK IN EIDHOVEN EN BEN GESCHOKT DOOR HET NIEUWS WAT ME GISTER BEREIKTE IK WENS DE BAND EN FAMILIE HEEL VEEL STRKTE TOE R.I.P MR JOSEPH HILL RASTA GERT <KOSTE895@PLANET.NL> dedemsvaart, NEDERLAND - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:42:36 (EDT) I am selfishly saddnened that I will never dance and sweat in the summer sun with Joseph Hill singing to me again. Peace my Uncle, and thank you for so many positively groovin experiences. With Love and Respect forever mimilala <mimilaw@sbcglobal.net> CA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:39:31 (EDT) Culture's music has been an important part of my life for 25 years and I was very saddened to hear of Mr Hill's passing. I was lucky enough to see Culture in Uppsala less than two weeks ago and even luckier to be able to interview him for a local paper after the show. I found him to be very gracious and kind and will never forget this meeting as long as I live. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, fans and Culture colleagues. Stefan Warnqvist <stefanwarnqvist@yahoo.com> Uppsala, Sweden - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:38:38 (EDT) Jah Guide- bountiful and beautiful opportunities ahead for Jah Messanger. Rest assured we are blessed that Mr Culture graced this beautiful land with his presence. He lives on. Jah Live Krip-I Krip- I <solarworks@gmail.com> Williams, OR USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:32:05 (EDT) Jah Rastafari Cotter <kevincotter1@yahoo.com> Schofield, WI USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:11:48 (EDT) Good journeys. I was touched repetedly.... May your will to fuse and heal souls all around the world somehow find another torchbearer....... You are missed....... Jeremy Smith <JSMI236@columbus.rr.com> Columbus, OH United States - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 18:00:41 (EDT) words alone cannot express the loss i now feel.your music inspiered,calm and sooth me on many occasions,a slice of mount zion is definenately waiting for you,JAH BLESS. ninjah <aedw216302@aol.com> brooklyn, ny usa - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:48:20 (EDT) Oh no! I saw Joseph just three days before he died in Amsterdam. I would have never thought that he would pass away in three days, he was so alive and full of passion! RIP Joseph Hill Noah Walker-Crawford <noah@snafu.de> Berlin, Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:44:02 (EDT) Oh no! I saw Joseph just three days before he died in Amsterdam. I would have never thought that he would pass away in three days, he was so alive and full of passion! RIP Joseph Hill Noah Walker-Crawford <noah@snafu.de> Berlin, Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:44:00 (EDT) Dear Culture> you gave the i so much with your positive vibration! inspiration so high from countless recordings and truley irie live performances with your band. u moved i spirit far with forward moving direction each and every time* you are a true king, legend and hero for reggae lovers all over the i'niverse! blessed luv from teachings through direct conscious lyrics and solid support always from faithful fans because u stayed true to the original roots rock reggae format. thank u so much again for meeting iNi on the way to zion. thank u so much for meking the i dance and feel good. thank u so much, yes thank u seven times more^ Joseph Hill. . . nuff RASpects; Haile Selassie i the first* Jahmeek <selecta7soun@yahoo.com> Tempe, AZ. USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:32:51 (EDT) Mr.hill may your soul rest in perfect peace.I will never forget your contribution to the reggae world.you were my best artist.you use to say "a slice of mount zion is for i" i pray it definately awaits you. MARK KAMARA <kamaramark83@yahoo.com> Monmouth Junction, nj U S A - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:27:51 (EDT) Reggae has certainly loss a great musican, jah has taken him to a better place. i hope the group can keep up the good music and stay united. condolences to his family and close friends. Monique saint lucia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:25:45 (EDT) JOSEPH, UR SONGS AND LYRICS HAS BEEN THE BACK BONE OF MY STRENGHT SINCE I WAS A BABY,I WILL REALY MISS U AND THE ENTIRE WORLD WILL ALSO MISS U.I SEND MY CONDOLENCE TO UR ENTIRE FAMILY ESPECIALY UR WIFE PAULINE.I KNOW U TRODING ON TO ZION FOR REAL.REST IN PERFECT PEACE,MAY JAHH RASTAFARI PREPARE THE BEST PLACE FOR U.ONE LOVE.AND TO THE CULTURE GROUP KEEP THE FAITH AND WILL HAVE U IN OUR PRAYERS.JAH BLESS Enoch Annan <savimbilife@hotmail.co.uk> london, England - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:22:55 (EDT) I am very sorry to hear about the news of Joseph Hill dying on Saturday. Joseph Hill was one of the most beautiful reggae singers I've ever heard and the harmonies he made with Culture was second to none. I am sure his music will live on in the hearts of thousands of people that he touched around the world including little Victoria BC/Vancouver Island where he was enjoyed countless times by our community. We will do our part to contribute to this happenning by continuing to play his music on our local radio stations and making the youth aware of his music that inspired so many of the bands they enjoy today. The message and music of Culture will continue to be strong even in his death. Thousands will see to that. VICTORIA BC SKA SOCIETY <victoriabcskasociety@shaw.ca> Victoria, Canada - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:10:34 (EDT) You will be sadly missed but your music will live on to make everyone IRIE!!! A true Rastaman who traveled this here earth to deliver the message of Jah's Love! Smoke one atop Mt. Zion for I Joseph "Culture" Hill! I will keep your albums playin' till the day I see you in Zion. Much love and Respect from the whole Concious Vibes Krew here in Jax Beach, FL You touched each and everyone of us last May at the Freebird Live. Thanks for devoting your life to Peace and Love. Big Ups to you Joseph. I love you Brotha!! You will live on in each and everyone of the Rasta's. Give Jah a Hug for me. Hippychop <Hippychop@mac.com> Jacksonville Beach, FL United States - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:10:31 (EDT) WHEN I SAW INFORMATION ABOUT JOSEPH HILL END CULTUREL LIVS SHOW ON OSTRODA REGGAE FESTIVAL IN POLAND I SAID TO MY WHIFE AND DOUTHER YOU MUST SEE THIS MAN GOD MAN,BECAUSE ABOUT THIS CAIND OF PEOPLE YOU CAN READ ONLY IN THE BIBLE.SA WE LEFT JOBS, IMPORTANT LIVE THINGS AND WENT TO OSTRODA LIKE MOST PEOPLE ONLY FOR JOSEPH HILL.OUR TICKETS HAS NUMBERS OWER 14.000.BED NEWS WAS SHOCK FOR US.I SAY : IF EYES DO NOT SEE HEART DO NOT BELIVE.WE WERE WAITING FOR HIM TO THE END OF... Artur Zelichowski <artur.zelichowski@epf.pl> Oleśnica, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:10:16 (EDT) COURAGE IS NOT THE ABSENCE OF FEAR BUT RATHER THE JUDGEMENT OF SOMETHING ELSE IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE JUDGEMENT OF FEAR. THE BRAVE MAY NOT LIVE FOREVER BUT THE CAUTIOUS MAY NOT LIVE AT ALL. AT A POINT IN ONE'S LIVE U WILL BE TRAVELLING ON A ROAD BETWEEN WHO U THINK U ARE AND WHO U THINK U CAN BE ,THE KEY IS TO ALLOW YOURSELF TO MAKE THE JOURNEY. JAH RULE JAH LIVE PEACE PEACE BE STILL FLY AWAY HOME WITH JAH JOSEPH HILL CHARLIE WAS (YUSIF) <anansekwaku@yahoo.com> ACCRA, GHANA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:07:35 (EDT) I am just so happy to know the words and the works of this great man RAS JOSEPH HILL. I am so happy and honored to have seen and heard the beautiful sounds and teachings of your man RAS JOSEPH HILL. GREAT RASTAMAN, BLESSINGS TO ALL TO KNOW THIS RASTAMAN, THIS HUMBLE AFRICAN THANK YOU JOSEPH HILL FOREVER YOU LIVE ON AND LIVE UP PURE LOVE!!!! Brendan Cotter <vibraespositiva@yahoo.com> wausau, WI USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 17:01:45 (EDT) “Why stay away from Zion?” (Disobedient Children). That’s a sample of his teachings that he brought through his Crucial Roots and Culture style. Without a doubt a “True Humble African. Mr. J. Hill truly inspired me in many ways, especially in the way that we should live and treat our Brethrens and our sistrens. I was fortunate to be “ live and direct” to meet the Rasta man himself with may Brethrens in Long Beach. When we meet he was just as humble as his lyrics always said. When I heard the dreadful news that Mr. J. Hill has passed on, I could not believe it because I was waiting for him to come back to the USA for tours. I will make sure that his music lives on for generations to come. Nuff Respect Rasta man, I know you “ Tried and Tried but they just did not understand”. Rest in peace. ken Ziba <zibakn@hotmail.com> Grand Rapids, MI - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:58:37 (EDT) My depply condolences to the Hill family and friends. I have the chance to meet Joseph Hill during a show in Maracay - Venezuela back in 1.999 his previus show was in Amsterdam - Holland in front of 25.000 people, the show in my country was an audience of just 3000 people but he do the show with a injurie in his leg or foot aparently something was broken but he do a extensive and very roots reggae show for me was awesome his presence on stage the band the track selection was perfect a remarkable moment of my life a few years ago i was in london - England and he do a show there i went there and again the show was incredible and amazing does mean he always do 300% of him during his performance he was and artist a soldier father, friend, the reggae cominity lost a big one R.I.P you are gonne but your message is still here many thanks for teach me many things with your songs nacho <nachoriot@hotmail.com> caracas, Venezuela - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:57:19 (EDT) i was realy shocked wen i heard that joseph hill,the leader of culture group has died.i just cudnt believe it,his lyrics has realy guided me up till now,and i know not just me alone but the entire world is feelin this pain.may this great rastaman and one and only joseph hill rest in perfect peace.less i forget,the whole of the ghanaian people send our condolence to the entire family of joseph hill and the jamaican people.we love u and ur music will live in us till the end of time.we know jah has realy prepared a better place for u.rastafari say so.one love Lugs Narh.aka{stico} <niinarh@hotmail.com> New Jersey, U.s.a - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:56:25 (EDT) One of the best Singers and a man on his owne Rastafarian per excellence and fittest of the fittest died without beeing dead because his remeberance will lead our way Dr. Christof Miseré Jah lives Der. Christof W. Miseré <advokatM@gmx.de> Cologne, Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:45:40 (EDT) Farewell Joe, thank you for countless words of wisdom and uplifting energetic performance and inspiration over the years. Shanti Shanti Groningen, Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:43:29 (EDT) I was so shocked to hear of this.Mr Hill has been a great inspiration to me in his music.As a young person i have always loved the music of Culture. R.I.P Mr Hill u have gone to Mount Zion the place where u have longed for a slice of.Taste a see the Mount Zion has been prepared for u all and those like u.Trod on Mr Hill, u have ran the race and have reach the finish line.Jah guidance to your family and friends. EMPRESS FRAN <fcjordan_@hotmail.com> St James, BARBADOS W I - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:38:06 (EDT) I was so shocked to hear of this.Mr Hill has been a great inspiration to me in his music.As a young person i have always loved the music of Culture. R.I.P Mr Hill u have gone to Mount Zion the place where u have longed for a slice of.Taste a see the Mount Zion has been prepared for u all and those like u.Trod on Mr Hill, u have ran the race and have reach the finish line.Jah guidance to your family and friends. EMPRESS FRAN <fcjordan_@hotmail.com> St James, BARBADOS W I - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:36:59 (EDT) i love culture, can't wait to see you again my friend luba <frisco_city_love@yahoo.com> San Francisco, ca - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:25:49 (EDT) I could not hold my tears back when the message hit me. I have enjoyed most of the tracks from this culture group. And I just love Bro Joe for his honesty and boldness. What more could I say, the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, so may his soul rest in perfect peace;may the almighty comfort his family and culture, make them even stronger to go on making greater impact in the music and specificaly the reggae world. I am sure the man has joined the Rally around Jehovah's throne. Peace! Samuel Conduah <conduahsam@hotmail.com> Worcester, MA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:25:46 (EDT) Yes my brother Love shine brighter than the morning sun.As you ride on the wing Of A Dove, Trod On my brother, the Lion Rock forever. The tears from my eyes will water Jah flowers today.I have so much thing to so. Culture you were a true reggae warrior. Rest In Peace in the arms of Jah. Sonia Rodney <burningspear@earthlink.net> Laurelton, NY USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:21:40 (EDT) A voice, a man, a Legend, who will be allways remembered!!! Thank you Joseph Hill! Condolences to the Hill family and all friends! Mystic. Mystic <andre_gama00@hotmail.com> Lisbon, Portugal - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:20:15 (EDT) Is a bless to be able to fulljoy the works of CULTURE 'SIR; HILL 'the strenght of his work is lasting and will all ways lead the youths in positive direction jah bless the man ; Keep strong breadren and sista 'the works cont, bless akiwali{fine artist} akiwali <akiwali@yahoo.com> hampton green ,spanish tw., spanish town jamaica - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:19:22 (EDT) Big Up! Big Man! [*] Joseph Hill FreedomSound <raszasza@wp.pl> Toruń, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:17:14 (EDT) I was introduced to Joseph Hill in 1987 by the Elder Ras Pidow in the little village of Guava Gap, St. Andrew. Joseph had come by to sit 'en and reason with other bredrin in the elder's yard. There were no pretenses about Joseph. He was just another rootsman in this context and he fit in naturally with all present. It quickly became clear to me how his own life and experiences in Jamaica were organically connected to his songs and his music. Nuff ras-pect to the mon for keeping roots-reggae alive during all the transitions in Jamaican music. His works will live on in the music. Heartical, Jakes Homiak Jake Homiak <homiakj@si.edu> Alexandria, VA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:12:31 (EDT) I was introduced to Joseph Hill in 1987 by the Elder Ras Pidow in the little village of Guava Gap, St. Andrew. Joseph had come by to sit 'en and reason with other bredrin in the elder's yard. There were no pretenses about Joseph. He was just another rootsman in this context and he fit in naturally with all present. It quickly became clear to me how his own life and experiences in Jamaica were organically connected to his songs and his music. Nuff ras-pect to the mon for keeping roots-reggae alive during all the transitions in Jamaican music. His works will live on in the music. Heartical, Jakes Homiak Jake Homiak <homiakj@si.edu> Alexandria, VA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 16:12:27 (EDT) I had the pleasure of meeting Joseph and Pauline on several occasions. What I loved and admired Joseph for so much was his integrity. He was true to his faith. A true Rasta mon. His shows always delivered the message of Jah. He will be truely missed and remembered as a true reggae ambassador. I am sure he is in soul heaven with the likes of Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Peter Tosh. Jah is smiling on Joseph as he enters into his next journey. Many blessings and prayers to all his friends, family, and fans. Joseph, you made a difference and for that we all were blessed. One Love, Jah Bless!!! Carolyn Thornton <cthornton11@hotmail.com> Conway, AR USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:57:32 (EDT) Very very sad. Booked my ticket on Saturday to see culture at the Jazz Cafe Camden town on the 24th. Thanks to everyone involved and as a mark of respect the show is still going ahead with Kenyata Hill singing in place of his father. Was looking forward to meet again Joseph Hill who is surely not people shy and always ready to share a joke. Never saw him performing but was very lucky to meet him at the departure gate at Heathrow on his way back to JA. We had a very good laugh and kindly asked him if could sign my dutch pot's lid. The man wasn't prepared that a French Man had such a request... Is dat fi real him say? Dats right fi real Mass Joseph Hill! The man was pleased and honoured to do it. I will never forget that moment as the man himself made me feel very human. Respek, peace and love to everyone Sylvain A.K.A. Smokey Joe SYLVAIN <SYLVAINBERGER@AOL.COM> LONDON, ENGLAND - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:53:48 (EDT) Joe Hill as we call him in Sierra Leone will be sorely missed. He is one of the few stars that visited our country during the war and he contributed a lot to the happiness and hope for us during that difficult period. During his visits he made a number of personal friends and I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to his band, family and the whole of the reggae world. It is difficult to put feelings in words, but I am confident he has ascended to his rightful place in heaven We will continue the struggle and you message will be in our hearts forever RIP Jo Ray <braray@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:49:03 (EDT) Odszedł kolejny wielki człowiek muzyki reggae. Na koncert w Ostródzie czekałem całe wakacje, Joseph i Jego ludzie mieli zagrać w moje 20 urodziny. Wiadomość o Jego śmierci nie mogła do mnie dotrzeć, po prostu nie mogłem w nią uwierzyć. Joseph Hill i Jego słowa na zawsze pozostaną w moim sercu tybek <tybek_kg@tlen.pl> MO, Polska - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:48:32 (EDT) Thanks for all good roots reggae music. Really enjoyed the show in Uppsala reggaefestival, Sweden one week ago, where Culture performed. Joseph ina fine style! I´m sad. A part of my education as a growing up youth is now gone. To the family and Culture group, be strong - Strong to continue playing skillfully. Please give us more Roots n Culture! Roggaeman ina Jordbro, Sweden - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:44:49 (EDT) The whole world has lost a great Rastaman. Your death was a big blow to me. As sing your own track "Double tribute to brother Bob Marley" I use it as my own word to sing a Double tribute to Joseph "Culture" Hill. But in everything I say "A slice of Mount Zion is for I" A slice of mount Zion is for you brother Joseph Hill Rest in Peace in the bossom of Jah. Ras Pee <ofpee@yahoo.com> Sunyani, Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:44:21 (EDT) Culture's music and lyrics have been an inspiration to me and many other Rastafari in this part of the Caribbean and we give thanks for his life and contribution to our Afro-centric culture in these times. Iral Jabari <jabari@caribsurf.com> Bridgetown, Barbados - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:29:20 (EDT) Jah rastafarai, I just want first to say ta thank you brother Hill to give my an good music and for your philosofical way of thinking. It take century to even see someone like you, we the rasta familly are crying very hard now you gone. But we know too that you are going to Jah place and better place than here, sho we cry less. You will always stay in our mind, head en heart our way of life. The tip of Africa is shinning, the seas are making music, the bird of freedom sings as he soars. He says. In the churches we pray in the name of Jesus, In the mosques we pray in the name of Mohamemed, in the peacetime and ravionary let pray in the name of Joseph Hill. Let Jah bless jou and your familly. RIP Brother Hill biro bah <biro800@hotmail.com> dordrecht, zuid holland The netherland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:26:56 (EDT) With the unfortunate departure of Joseph "Culture" Hill from the carrying of the torch in the Roots Reggae Genre I wonder who else is out there? We have BURNING "WINSTON RODNEY" SPEAR where there is still hope,but I'm saddened to think that the window of living legends is starting to dwindle in the eyes of us loving fans.We need more youths out there to step up to the plate and help carry the torch of roots reggae.RESPECT TO YOU JOSEPH HILL OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY Victor San Diego, Ca. U.S.A. - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:09:35 (EDT) Gretins in the name of the most high Jah the conquering lion of judah.I never believeed it when i first heard the news of our last but not the lesat prophet of reggae been called by jah .Ma whole life came to stand still but a so i go so so i have to bear it .JOSEPH JOSEPH REST IN THE BOSSOM OF JAH RASTAFARI.My condellles to all his fans and family. RICHARD AGYEKUM GENTLEJAH <luciano23gh@yahoo.com> Accra, Greater accar Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:08:56 (EDT) Gretins in the name of the most high Jah the conquering lion of judah.I never believeed it when i first heard the news of our last but not the lesat prophet of reggae been called by jah .Ma whole life came to stand still but a so i go so so i have to bear it .JOSEPH JOSEPH REST IN THE BOSSOM OF JAH RASTAFARI.My condellles to all his fans and family. RICHARD AGYEKUM GENTLEJAH <luciano23gh@yahho.com> Accra, Greater accar Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:08:39 (EDT) greetings in the name of king selassie i jah rastafari ... give thanks to joseph hill for all moments you give us...give thanks for the music jah bless all blessed love........... give thanks rest in peace ras jahb perez <ras_jah-b_sound@hotmail.com> andoain, guipuzcua spain - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:08:13 (EDT) Testing update Evan <hiredgun@interaccess.com> - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 15:01:00 (EDT) A great singer died too soon, much too soon!!! respect for the man Joseph Hill roetiman roetiman <roetiman@roetiman.nl> amsterdam, netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:51:27 (EDT) I cried when I heard the news. May Jah protect his family now. I send my condolences to them. Möge der Herr seiner Seele gnädig sein. Plätt <irie_vibes@web.de> Bayreuth, Bayern Deutschland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:47:24 (EDT) Much Love & Respect to a true conscious rastaman. Now in Zion...you will always be remembered here. I had the pleasure of reasoning with him a couple times, and obviously saw several live performances - and Joseph was #1 quality everytime. Big Love to his family & friends. B.E.Mann <theenergymanbe@yahoo.com> Akron, Oh United States - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:42:49 (EDT) such a tragic and huge loss to the world of reggae music. Two Sevens Clash is not just one of the best ever reggae albums ever its one of the best of any type of music. I was at Channel One Soundsystem at the Walthamstow Festival on Sunday when I heard the news and I danced with tears in my eyes...Goodbye to one of reggaes true greats and best live performers... you will be very sadly missed but remembered with nothing but admiration.. Jim Camp from London UK - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:42:14 (EDT) JOE i Know that where you are now you are in a much much better place. May JAH guide you in youre way to Zion. Smoke One Big spliff With Bob,Peter,Jacob,Garnet and all the Rest for me. Rasta NEVER DIE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Roland <rreenis@hotmail.com> Vlaardingen, ZH Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:37:37 (EDT) RAS JOSEPH, CAME WITH A SPIRITUAL MESSAGE TO FEED THE PEOPLE. HE WAS SENT BY JAH THE ALMIGHTY CREATOR. WHO HAS NOW TAKEN HIM HOME TO REST, AND THAT'S WHERE HIS NEW WORK WILL BEGIN. GO NOW, OUR HUMBLE AFRICAN... AND RALLY ROUND JAHOVAH'S THRONE!!! JAH BLESS AND KEEP THE ONES YOU LEAVE BEHIND. RASTAFARI LIVES!!! CAROL WRIGHT <carolgad@hotmail.co.uk> LONDON, ENGLAND - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:32:08 (EDT) Great Reggae musician,i have enjoyed his music especially the message in it.Its a sad time for reggae music funs all over the world.The teacher as we kenyans call him,may his soul rest in peace.I do pray for the family to have courage to cope with the situation as it is Francis Gatume <frankgatume@hotmail.com> Luton, England - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:29:14 (EDT) My condolences to the family and bandmates of Joseph Hill. He will be missed tremendously. I had the honor of seeing him perform last month in Long Beach and it was such a wonderful performance it will stay with me forever. One of the greatest roots reggae artist and his music will live on. May his soul rest in peace, he did a great job. We can always listen to his teachings through his music. One love to all is family, friends and fans. Beedee <bmbezzy@sbcglobal.net> Inglewood, CA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:28:09 (EDT) What I say that has not been said already about this great human being. I've always said true love transends even the music. This is evidenced by the returned love of his adoring fans. If he did not live it, we all could not truly feel it! He was strong yet gentle, Passionate and funny. I feel blessed to have been able to grace the stage with him and greet him personally over the years. I've always said he had the best live energy on any stage at anytime than anyone else I've ever met in reggae. His shows, though fast paced, left no room for question as to his message. I want his family, and other band members, to know I stand with you through this loss. However it's only a brief loss to us here. He is blessed and the gates of zion are preparing for his arrival. Question to the rest of us here is.... Are we following his example that one day we too can enter zion and meet him again. Let's tighten our bootstraps in these crucial times and share more love. Mrs P. we met in North Hampton's Iron Horse two years ago in the dressing room basement and had a cordial conversation about the man on stage. He came down a while later and he spoke to the small group of adoring fans. His kindness was evident and he joked quite a bit. I realized then he was a humble child in a grown man's body! Please accept my sympathy in this sad time. Just remember he did not die he has gone through the TRANSITION! Jah Bless you my Sister and Mother and may you and your family find true strength in this time! Blessings, Grasshopper Phillip "Grasshopper" Pickering <pickering@vitelcom.net> Cruz Bay, St. John , US Vigin Islands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:17:21 (EDT) JH inspired my whole life and your lyrics has made me what i am now in life. Gosh how eager i was waiting for your new album. Sorry to die at a time when there is no world peace as you've wish for, but papa hill as i always refer you to my conscious brethren, your dreams will one day come to pass, SELAH. Rest in perfect peace papa and give thats to Jah for uncle Bob en Peter. My regards to family Hill and all the true culture funs. Rastafariiiiiiiii Rasdanny <dannyras2@yahoo.com> Gouda, Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 14:01:25 (EDT) am ras luigi a reggae presenter at capital fm and a reggae artist from nairobi kenya, it has been a sad time here in kenya, though the man is gone we shall always remember him as a true raster and a teacher to the youth, may jah rest his soul in piece, jah rasta far i. ras luigi <mnanjero@yahoo.co.ke> nairobi, 254 kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:56:54 (EDT) MERCI POUR TOUT romain <romainfontes@yahoo.fr> paris, france - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:55:43 (EDT) Reggae army lost another General. Rest in peace brother Joseph. from Black Ark Crew dub band from Serbia Black Ark Crew <info@blackarkcrew.com> Belgrade, Serbia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:53:15 (EDT) Reggae army lost another General. Rest in peace brother Joseph. from Black Ark Crew dub band from Serbia Black Ark Crew <info@blackarkcrew.com> Belgrade, Serbia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:51:14 (EDT) no, i can not except it yet ..... he has given such joy ..... walk with pride Joseph Hill ! ronald <ronaldadb@casema.nl> Breda, NB Netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:49:22 (EDT) An ode to Joseph Hill Your words will continue to inspire the generations yet unborn In the flesh of Babylon your lyrics will continue to be a torn Like a cloth shall your memory be worn Till the they when we all are gone. Through your teachings examples were set Just as the way your ideas were worth a bet, So shall we miss him even after sunset For you, the gates of Zion will remain open As a good omen As we all say amen Rispekt!!!! Raymond Ahiadorme <popiray@yahoo.com> Accra. Tel: 00 233 (0) 24 4578263, Greater Accra Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:42:50 (EDT) lets all remember his family and the band in prayers.Joseph Hill is alive and will never die. lets keep his fire burning. ishmael swanzy <ishmael_swanzy@yahoo.co.uk> uppsala-sweden, ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:42:25 (EDT) I first heard Two Sevens Clash in the late '70's. Today it sound as fresh and vital as it did then. My tribute to the man Joseph Hill? To continue to play his music! We grow old, but the music keeps us young. david jarrett <davidj@patekusa.com> new york, ny usa - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:40:45 (EDT) MY HEART IS BROKEN,THE HEART OF MY FAMILY IS BROKEN...........JOSEPH SLEEP IN PERFCET PEACE.MAY THE GOOD LORD ALMIGHTY BE WITH YOU.I HAVE NOT MET JOSEPH PERSONALLY BUT HIS MUSIC IS ENOUGH FOR ME. WHENEVER WE PLAY CULTURE AT HOME EVERY ONE IS SINGS ALONG FROM THE YOUNGEST TO THE OLDEST,BOTH WOMEN AND CHILDREN.I CANT HELP TO HEAR THAT JOSEPH HAS PASSED AWAY.MY HEART IS BROKEN,THE HEART OF MY FAMILY IS BROKEN.JOSEPH,WHY DO YOU HAVE TO LEAVE US SO SOON?WE SHALL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND WE SHALL ALWAYS PREACH ALL THAT YOU HAVE THOUGHT US.WE LOVE YOU.REST IN PERFECT PEACE. ISHMAEL SWANZY <ishmael_swanzy@yahoo.co.uk> UPPSALA-SWEDEN, GHANA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:29:53 (EDT) To Pauline, Kenyatta, Albert and Telford: Joseph made me the happiest man in the world whenever I witnessed a show. I was 17 when I first saw Culture and I was 39 when I last saw Culture in Allston, MA last spring. The spiritual, happy and content feeling the trio provided never changed while your stories, lyrics and music did throughout the years. From Red Rocks to Boston to Woodbury, Joseph’s kindness and happiness shined through to my friends, family and everyone we have met at Culture shows throughout the years. If an opening act could not perform, Joseph would stand up and play two sets. I remember waking up at a reggae festival campsite on top of a mountain, going for a hike and hearing Joseph warming up early in the day. His laugh echoing through the air ! Thank you and remember Joseph is with you all them time! I’ll never forget his smile and laugh! “O that I have wings like a dove I would fly to the hills and be at rest” John O'Connell <bbandjo@ttlc.net> Beverly, MA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:28:55 (EDT) You music Joe, will continue to fill and warm the hearts of many people all over the world.It was the best time of my broadcasting career when i met and did interviews with you. May your soul rest in the embrace of Jah. "Damrifa Due" (RIP). Ras Mubarak (GHANA BROADCASTING CORPORATION) <mmubarak79@yahoo.com> accra, gr GHANA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:19:10 (EDT) I am very affected by the sad news on the pass away of my brethren in the faith & works of JAH Rastafari. But he does not leave this contaminated-world without fruits, as he was very productive and prosperous in transmitting and sharing the conscious, uplifting vibration of JAH Rastafari and black ROOTS & CULTURE. He surely had a big impact on the souls of thousands and thousands of African and African descendants in the diaspora and on the continent, who are seeking for reparation and salvation. He perfectly performed the heavenly works of the Father by sending out the message to the sheeps and even increasing his talents to give more and more to the poor and needy ! Among all the artist Joseph Hill was very very very special to me, because his voice in the music could release the electronic energy that is pent-up in the biomolecules of my body, so that my spirit was awakened and excited. I even at times get tears in my eyes and I could feel my soul sparking, when I listen to his music; it is just overwhelming. BUT : Mi nah fret too much for this brethren, as I have the faith that his soul is in the safe realm of the FATHER, JAHWE El Shaddai. And I have the faith that I will meet him at the otherside of river Jordan to spar together in our white garment singing songs of hyms continually...............NO Night ina Zion. Papa, brethren, co-worker, family-man, friend, inspirator and leader, The I was and is great to me and the I still continues to enhance not only my life, but also the life of my offspring. JAH of RASTAFARI BLESS THY SOUL AND QUALIFY THEE FOR AN ETERNAL PERFECT LIFE INA ZION !!! WA DA DA....................................Patrick E.D. Simeon Sankofa Patrick E.D. Simeon Sankofa <pedsankofa@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:18:49 (EDT) I heared about the news today, InI sad to hear this. Brother Joseph Hill will always live within InI. His music was a foundation, many messages were said and spread. InI of the newer generation take heed to these words and finish building. Jah guidence and protection to all who Joseph left a impression with. The flesh is jus a holding cell for InI soul, The I has been called and is in better hands. the hands of the Almighty I. Forever doing Jah works. Majesty Keep the I and Family. Haile Selassie I First Ras OrigNL KinG Prov, RI - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:11:19 (EDT) WE HAVE LOST A GREAT REGGAE ICON THE WORLD MOURN YOUR MUSIC WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN THE HEART OF EVERY TRUE REGGAE FANS PEACE AND LOVE LEXUS PATRICK LEXUS MIAMI, FL USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 13:00:27 (EDT) Reggae will never die. thnx brotha for the vibes CaptainDisaster <CaptainDisaster@mail.az> Port Of Sapin, Trinidad & Tobago - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:59:28 (EDT) Thankyou Lord the custodian,the giver and the taker of human spirit.A true prophet of Reggae Music is gone but will never be forgotten.Lord of Lords, the creator of mount Zion, i pray that you bless Joseph's soul.Africa and the entire Black race from the East to West are bleeding for the demise of yet another of our hero.We pray for the family and the love ones he left behind.We pray that his band will continue to spread the message of righteoness which he championed to a higher hight. Musa Sanneh, The Gambia-West Africa. Musa Sanneh <sannehmusa@hotmail.com> Banjul, The Gambia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:57:53 (EDT) My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Joseph. I will always remeber my first Culture concert @ 18 in PA - the entire group was so friendly and it was great getting to spend time with them....and I was lucky enough to get to see them in NY also. And Big Up to Kenyatta for standing in on the remainder of the tour - your father would be proud. One Luv! Maureen Miniter <mminiter@fastrk.com> Long Island, NY US - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:49:59 (EDT) We are so saddened. We feel so fortunate to have promoted Joseph and Culture 3 times. What a gentle man he was. What a wonderful thing, for this small Idaho town to remember. Our love goes out to Pauline, Albert, George Michaelow, Roy MacPhearson and others. Much love, Eric & Susan Ettesvold Eric & Susan Ettesvold <ettesvold@pmt.org> Twin Falls, Idaho USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:28:17 (EDT) We were waiting for Joseph and Culture to preform for the first time in Poland on Ostroda Reggae Festival. First i've heard about the tragedy i was thinking that someone is makieg stupid jokes. I can't express the feeling of emtienes i fell. The only consolation are His soulfoul records wchich will be palayed again and again all over the world. JAH wants to have teh best reggae band so he takes the finest away RIP Joseph all roots and culture fan will miss you filip aka rastula <rastula@poczta.onet.pl> Poznan, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:26:26 (EDT) I was sadden to here that joseph hill was gone from our sight, but not from our hearts and minds. Joseph hill and culture's music has been one the single most inspiring voices calling out to us in the darkness, of these trying time. Jah guide you now. Peace from my hole family to you and yours love. joshua heise <heisesolutions@yahoo.ca> toronto, on canada - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:18:08 (EDT) well what can i say he is ma godfather and i miss him soooooooooooooooooo much as soon as my dad told me that my godfather has died i bersed into ters i miss him sooooooo much i neva even got to see him 1 last time i love him nd i will neva stop thinkin bout him . i need to see miss p (his wife) . if u r reading dis den plz kl dis no.07944555233 plz my mum wants to tlk to u as well . plz read dis . love u for eva r.i.p. 1 luv. naomixxxx Naomi Brown <beeniegal_544@hotmail.com> england - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:17:58 (EDT) sorry fe puh duh culture, the almighty has done his best in it all as such we are only left to pass through this great tribulation. oneday gods will be dogs for dogs to be gods ashia linton <brainackah@yahoo.com> accra, tema ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:13:46 (EDT) Hey, May your soul rest in perfect peace. Proof Hill has paid his dues. Patrick Kwaku Ofori <bainkoop@yahoo.com> Kumasi, Ashanti Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12:09:55 (EDT) ONE BRIGHT MORNING WHEN YOUR WORK IS OVER YOU WILL FLY AWAY HOME TO ZION.How grieved i was to hear of great Joe's sudden death last saturday.May the HILL family accept my sincerest condolences.i don't think i need to tell the world how much he was respected and adored by the entire Rasta world.He will be greatly missed.Respect and always one love.JOE DA YIEE!!! AL THINS <althino@yahoo.co.uk> london, uk - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:58:18 (EDT) R.I.P. Joseph Hill. Thank you for your wonderfull music and inspiration. King Wout <kingwoutstudio@hotmail.com> vlaardingen, netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:58:07 (EDT) thanks for the great vibes over all these years !!! heelalo - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:57:14 (EDT) HE WONT BE LEFT OUT OF ZION GATES!!!!!!!!! LUKE <lukia_kachala@yahoo.com> blantyre, southern MALAWI - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:53:56 (EDT) JOSEPH,YOU WERE REALLY AN INSPIRATION TO ME.NOW I KNOW THAT THERE IS NO NIGHT IN ZION WHERE YOU RIGHTFULLY BELONG.THANK YOU FOR BEING AN INSTRUMENT OF JAH AND FOR ACCEPTING TO BE THE VOICE OF JAH FOR MANY OF US WHO WERE IN THE WILDERNESS.YOU'VE EARNED YOUR REST,ELDER.JAH REST YOU IN PEACE. RASKEN AMBASU <rasken05@yahoo.com> NAIROBI, KENYA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:52:51 (EDT) My father told me of the passing of "The HIGH PRIEST of REGGAE". Of course, I didn't believe it so I went to his website and the news was there.I cried throughtout the night.Thanks 4 all the good music that is and will always b an inspiration to many my best being Peace ,love and harmony and Humble African.I thought one day i will get to enjoy ua performance bt Jah took u away and is all good.Hope the youths will take your message to heart!God rest ua soul in eternal peace. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE.JAH GUIDE YOU THROUGH YOUR JOURNEY. ENNICE OSEI BONSU a.k.a DARLINTON <didarlin05@yahoo.com> KUMASI, ASHANTI GHANA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:49:49 (EDT) IT'S ALLWAYS THE BEST THAT GONE THE FIRST.HE'S IN JAH LAND NOW.THANK YOU SO MUCH JOSEPH FOR WHAT YOU BRING TO US! GIVE THANKS TO ONE OF THE BEST VOCAL LEAD OF REGGAE MUSIC.WE ALL MISS YOU. I TALK FOR ALL FRENCH REGGAE FANS.CULTURE LIVES FOR EVER AND EVER! JOSEPH HILL R.I.P LIONRAPH <lionraph@wanadoo.fr> STRASBURG, FRANCE - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:44:34 (EDT) I was deeply saddened to hear of Joseph Hill's passing. As a musician in ska and reggae bands his music was an inspiration to not just myself but to countless other musicians. When I get home this evening I will listen to Two Sevens Clash over and over. May he rest in peace. Peace, Love and Happiness Jah Guide Karl Schneider <kes529@comcast.net> Cambridge, MA U.S.A. - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:42:13 (EDT) yes mighty joseph hill. u did set de pace for us all. i remember when i heard u was coming to ghana. i walked from tema to accra just to catch a glimpse of u. fortunately i got to meet u in person at carlton,s store in oakland and me , tony moses and u reasoned for a while.u gave me all de doctrines of rastafari. father u r de greatest rastaman ever to live on this earth. i ,ve met nuff reggae artist . some had ego but u are de true humble african. ghana love u from de bottom of its heart. u are de only reggae artist who showed us love and respect and what rastsfari is all about. your music made me what i am today. and i,m so grateful. my children and children,s children will always listen to your words of prophecy cos they r so true and real. i know zion gates are always open for u cos u will never be locked out. we will forever love u. u are de truedeliverer of truths and rights. shakazulu <dreadocran@aol.com> woodbridge, va united states - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:37:53 (EDT) The Tom I family here sending condolences to the HILL family and friends of Joseph Hill. I will miss him greatly.In my life living in Southern California I have been blessed to have seen alot of Reggae shows and to me Joseph Hill and Culture always put on the best .Joseph Hill was the one singer Ill never forget who would just stop the music to talk with the people.He had the best attitude and outlook on things 'good things".I have alot of crucial memories to live with and Culture music so I give many thanks and praises to have been able to enjoy his company for so many years and will live on with only great things to think of, speak of, and remember . Many respects to Joseph Hill. The humble African in Zion . Tom Maher <tom_maher74@yahoo.com> Lake Forest , Ca USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:31:40 (EDT) The countenance of one man brighteneth another. Joseph, you brighten my journey in consciousness and I give the utmost thanks. May Jah always keep you in the highest heights for your works have spread far across this tribulation-filled world. Give thanks and Jah Bless ForIver and iver! Oliver Ferrier <oliverferrier@gmail.com> St. Maarten , Neth. Antilles - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:31:12 (EDT) "When Man Work Is Over, Man Will Fly Away Home." Blessed Love, to the loved ones and family of Joseph Hill, the prayers of GOD's people are with you. Father Joseph "Culture" Hill, we will miss you. Ras David "Ancient Tradition" Weeks <conqlion@hotmail.com> Laurel, MD Anne Arendel - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:24:07 (EDT) RIP. Cuba <cubkins@wp.pl> Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:17:36 (EDT) iwant to say thanks to the wunderfulls reggaeartis mr joseph culture hill. im so happy that joseph left alot of briliant music to us. im so said the world lost a so magnificant person wthout mr hill reggae is nomore complit.i was in berlin on the saturday he past away to see his concert. i was so shockt when i got the message. normaly i wantet to stay some days more but because of this news i left the next morning.condolences to his famely and friends in deep sadness a big fan. jah bless you are in zion now robin <www.vera.czirr@gmx.de> neuss, nrw germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:15:04 (EDT) R.I.P Mr. Hill I saw you last week in Neuchatel, great men, great singer R.I.P <hello@hello.ch> Switzerland, CH Zurich - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:13:55 (EDT) I have been a great fan of Culture since i started listening to reggae music in 1995, and it was with great grief that I learnt the passing away of Joseph Hill. I did nothing the whole of Sunday 20th after i got the news. This prophet's loss is a huge loss for reggaew,, and needless to say.. a gap that cannot be filled. The man might be gone physically.. but spiritually and musically he is embodied into his music, Jah music,, reggae music.. the sounds of all ages. We are gonna iss u Joseph Hill.. I am pray dat u inna Zion standing on the right hand of Jah who you traught us about all the time. Like Joseph said when Dennis passed away.. "Where the tree falls.. there shall stand the lion till judgement take its course".. We will miss U.. Humble African. But as we would all agree.. this world is not our home.. it is upto us to prepare to see the king.. and n'yabinghi will be chanting tonight. Eric Ndiku Musyoki <musyoki@dynasoftkenya.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:11:38 (EDT) Joseph, the world of reggae is sad without you, we will not forget its works in this plan.Jah bless you Alexsandro Sacramento <reggayboy@hotmail.com> Salvador, Ba Brasil - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:05:12 (EDT) I would like to send out to Joesph Hills family my warm and deep respect. I have worked with the late Joesph off & on for over 25 years. I knew him to be a warrior in Jahs army and a loveing and careing Man to his wounderful family. He has uplifted the world with his lyrics and very unique voice, and will be miss by all REGGAE FANS near and far. JAH works in mysterious ways, which we sould come to know . JAH soldiers never die , he takes them up the same as King David - Mosses - Bob Marley - ect. Because they have more work to do in the next life. So Joesph Hill i wish you well and to let JAH know we will keep the fire burning until he come to judge the wickit. Big T , THE ONE DROP SAID DAT. PEACE LOVE AND OVERSTANDING TO ALL THE REGGAE WORLD. JAH RASTA FAR-I BIG T - THE ONE DROP PRO, INC <pattersonjame@hotmail.com> Peterslahr, 57632, Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:04:07 (EDT) I send my condoleses to all Hill family..Jah Blessed..RIP Joseph Hill Sallu <sallujk@mailcity.com> Dar es salaam, Tanzania - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 11:04:05 (EDT) I booked CULTURE for Ostroda Festival in Poland on 20th. We were all awaiting Joseph to come and these news really hit us a day before. What a big loss for the world's music. What a pity we were not given to see him first time ever in Poland - so awaited by the people, he was also looking forward to come to us. The whole 19th and 20th of the event passed with EVERYBODY on all stages giving their respect and dedicating their songs to Joseph. Stay in peace, your songs will never die... MAKEN <maken@pro.onet.pl> Warsaw, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:54:51 (EDT) burial on 20th September 2006 Bernard Boakye Acheampong <pot151@hotmail.com> Accra, Gt. Accra Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:54:51 (EDT) I really loved Josephy Hill since I was very young(1988).I bought every album that he realised. I like the man because his songs were very meaningful. I will miss Joseph with his preaching message.. KACHALA LUKE <lukia_kachala@yahoo.com> BLANTYRE, SPOUTHERN MALAWI - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:53:56 (EDT) It was really devastaing news to hear of Joseph Culture's passing. We hold fond memories of a concert that he staged in Zimbabwe with I Jah man Levi at the National Sports Stadium. After a wicked and wild all-night show we thought the show was over at about 7 am in the morning, as we began our long journey home, we were to hear the distinctive voice of the reggae icon calling; " Everywhere she see I yah, she want money! Come back Zimbabwe we not over yet! And the crew played for another hour! Tear will flow but the memeories remain. Rest in Peace My Brother, Peace and Love! Lion Graffiks Lenox Mhlanga <lenoxmhlanga@hotmail.com> Bulawayo, Zimbabwe - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:53:14 (EDT) Picture taken @ Reggae Sunsplash 2006
To a foundation artist who guided so many of us into the beauty and spiritual bounty of roots reggae. My sympathies to Joseph's loved ones and many thanks for your support of him so he could sustain us. His voice lives farover... Malcolm <mqhealthpge@aol.com> El Cerrito, CA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:50:29 (EDT) My condolense go to entire Hills family,all the Rastamen and all the fans and supporters of Joseph Hills.We've lost great Man Dickens <dickensodhiambo@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:45:40 (EDT) I was blessed to have seen him perform in GHANA. R.I.P Jospeh Hill Such a beautiful voice blessed by JAH! Long may your message and music live on. I'm not ashamed, I'm not ashamed I'm not ashamed to hold Jah Jah -not in any crowd I'm not ashamed, I'm not ashamed I'm not ashamed to hold Jah Jah -oh no For when I was doun an out He was the one who help me out stretch forth His hands for I when I'm in distress For even when my mother hide and my father was sickly, yeah He said "come inside, come on, I'll take thy hand" an' that is why, hear me all! La la la la la laaa, means I love Jah, hear! La la la la la laaa, means I love Jah, yeah JOSEHP HILL JAH GUIDE YOU. bernard aka culturecombolo <culturecombolo@yahoo.com> accra, GHANA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:38:26 (EDT) rest in peace. the music you gave us is priceless. we live and sleep in it. may the father of all of us get you a suitable place for you. i happen to meet this man last year when he visited kenya for the annual reggae festival held in Nairobi, never to forget it. Preston njenga <njengapaul@gmail.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:37:26 (EDT) YOUR SONGS WILL SERVE AS A BRIDGE BETWEEN THE LIVING AND THE DEAD. YOUR SPIRIT WILL SOAR LIKE AN EAGLE OVER US WHEN WE LISTEN TO THOSE INSPIRATIONAL WORDS. JOSEPH, JOSEPH, JOSEPH, WORDS ARE INSUFFICIENT TO DEFINE THE VACUUM YOU HAVE LEFT. BUT WE TAKE CONSOLATION IN THE FACT THAT YOU LIVED TRUE TO THE PREACHING. YOU RECONNECTED WITH AFRICA AND GHANA AND WE WELCOME YOU HOME. IT IS SATISFYING THAT YOU LEFT A MESSAGE THAT RESONATE WITH LOVE, PEACE AND HOPE FOR THE DOWN TRODDEN. YOU ARE A TRUE LEGEND EVEN IN DEATH. JAH LOVE WILL ALWAYS SHINE UPON US. RAS ROOTSMAN Ras Rootsman-P. Tsikata <rootsmano@yahoo.com> London, Greater London England - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:37:20 (EDT) Thank you for all the inspiration that you have given me trough the years! Jah Bless! Jan - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:31:44 (EDT) glory to word glory to sound glory to power..ashes to ashes..the spirit of Joseph lives forever in the shadow of H.I.M. babylon feel this one! oneness in JAH Bookman <seanbookman@yahoo.com> asheville, nc 28801 - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:28:45 (EDT) Love and honor for the life of this great man of reality. My heart was full and my spirit high from your performance at Reggae Sunsplash 2006. I feel blessed to be one of many who saw your good works and heard your positive message over the years. The music of Joseph Hill will live forever. Jillie Bernard aka NaJuma <bernardjillie@yahoo.com> Spalding, Clarendon Jamaica - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:26:22 (EDT) Its but fair that I do this for the ORIGINAL INDIKA BAND FROM DE BUSS NEGRIL.....Indika play so many shows for Culture there in Negril...We also did SUNSPLASH in the 1992 and we did a magnificant Show in Ocho Rios... White River ..that track was played on the radio so many times......As a Band Joseph trained and taught the group so much that they became a force to recond with....The start of Culture and Gregory's shows were always a tear jerker ...so smooth......Culture will always be very special to the INDIKA (NEGRIL) group...and thanks Sir for all you hours of counsiling and love .....for Miss P's patience while all this was happening ...we love you and will always remember and all you did for us.....Bo, Duffus,Patrick, Oral, Gego, Robbie, Sleepy, Smiley, Errol, Trummy, Michelle, Lloydie &Ali...and of course Miss Joy...Walk good Joseph ..Mt Zion welcomes you indika <de_buss@yahoo.com> jamaica, - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:24:59 (EDT) I didnt Know Regea Music Untill I heard Jose Concert In South Africa.True Message Of love to one another! Joe You touch My heart But God Has Thought It Wise to grab You from Us, Sing To God In Heaven I have no doubt your soul is with the Angels. I am saddened by News Of Your Departure which I got from Local radio station here in Nairobi. I will keep the CD for Your Spirit to keep burning in me. JOE YOU ARE A HERO!! May your Soul rest in Eternal Peace and Thank God For Giving You A good Health While You were still Alive to give us the message of hope and reconciliation. I Pray God to Give Protection to Your Family. Heaven is home to people like you. Jah Bless Kerenoh Okwako <kerenoh@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:23:15 (EDT) I am deeply saddened at the news of the death of Joseph Hill, unarguably one of Reggae's leading ambassadors; an uncompromising champion of Human rights, Justice, Peace and Love for all of God's children regardless of race, colour, nationality and status; an authoritative advocate for the poor and oppressed. Africans and lovers of Reggae Music, like myself, will miss him profoundly. My heartfelt condolences both to his immediate family and his huge reggae family. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Thanks Joe Hill for your great music and message. Bob John Koroma, a Sierra Leonean studing in Italy. Bob John Hassan Koroma <bobjohnkoroma@hotmail.com> Rome, Italy - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:21:42 (EDT) Subject: ZION Trinity & Joseph Hill My Sistren told me of the passing of "The HIGH PRIEST of REGGAE". Of coure, I didn't believe the wordsound but why would she play about that. We are the band ZION Trinity and we've opened for Culture the last 2 times they came to New Orleans. What's so beautiful about this is that when we first started out, we were just sisters who were doing Concert Merchandising towards the mid 1990's and the whole family would buy from us..We sell oils, incense, soap and pure Rasta stuff. When they needed an opening band, the House of Blues called our band. When Joseph Hill saw it was the "INCENSE LADIES" doing their thing, this is what he told us before the how... You might not believe that you're opening for us tonight, but If YOU COULDN'T DO IT - YOU WOULDN'T BE DOINT IT - NOW GO & DO IT !!!!!!!" It was one of our Best Shows Ever.. We give thanks for the LIFE, OFFERINGS, and TRANSITION of the I-man Joseph Hill of Culture. Please pass our greeting along to Queen Pauleen his daughter and son,and of course his singing partner Albert Walker. We are in prayer for the Healing of your Hearts and the elevation of your Souls as one with his now and always...In Spirit, ZION Trinity With All Raspect and Love ZION TRINITY - Sister Andaiye, Sister Oshun, Sister Sula 504 473 6203 - 504 433 0565 ZION Trinity Band <kingqueen@bellsouth.net> New Orleans, LA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:20:49 (EDT) Subject: ZION Trinity & Joseph Hill My Sistren told me of the passing of "The HIGH PRIEST of REGGAE". Of coure, I didn't believe the wordsound but why would she play about that. We are the band ZION Trinity and we've opened for Culture the last 2 times they came to New Orleans. What's so beautiful about this is that when we first started out, we were just sisters who were doing Concert Merchandising towards the mid 1990's and the whole family would buy from us..We sell oils, incense, soap and pure Rasta stuff. When they needed an opening band, the House of Blues called our band. When Joseph Hill saw it was the "INCENSE LADIES" doing their thing, this is what he told us before the how... You might not believe that you're opening for us tonight, but If YOU COULDN'T DO IT - YOU WOULDN'T BE DOINT IT - NOW GO & DO IT !!!!!!!" It was one of our Best Shows Ever.. We give thanks for the LIFE, OFFERINGS, and TRANSITION of the I-man Joseph Hill of Culture. Please pass our greeting along to Queen Pauleen his daughter and son,and of course his singing partner Albert Walker. We are in prayer for the Healing of your Hearts and the elevation of your Souls as one with his now and always...In Spirit, ZION Trinity With All Raspect and Love ZION TRINITY - Sister Andaiye, Sister Oshun, Sister Sula 504 473 6203 - 504 433 0565 ZION Trinity Band <kingqueen@bellsouth.net> New Orleans, LA USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:20:48 (EDT) I saw his last concert in Antwerp and by all means: he must be in heaven now! Stephen <riverratjones@hotmail.com> Antwerp, Belgium - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:17:58 (EDT) JAH Bless Pablo <pawelwawrzycki@poczta.onet.pl> Krakow, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:16:34 (EDT) Culture was all that l use to call him, the news of his death go to me only this morning and believe me my heart is sadden, all the same respect to the most high for his life, the good works that Joseph Hill did and stood for. You will forever be remembered by all mankind. I salute you. Albert Helegbe <ahelegbe@logisticsdirect.com.gh> Accra, n/a Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:10:46 (EDT) TOO SAD BUT LOVE WILL SHINE BRIGHTER WE CELEBRATE JOSEPH HILL'S CONTRIBUTION TO DUB AND REFUSE TO MOURN HIS DEMISE. JAH BLESS CLEOPASSI - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:07:18 (EDT) I just saw Culture perform for the first time in June @ Toads Place, New Haven ,CT. I was in awe as I saw how Joseph Hill related to the crowd. A true legend of Reggae. The music world and the world in general has lost a great man. I'm sure that his contributions will not be forgotten. If he believed in Zion, I'm sure he is there. Peace to all. Salassi I. Tony Davella <tdavella@maguiregroup.com> Meriden, ct USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:06:50 (EDT) RAS-I-DOOR and family sends condolences to the HILL family and friends of Joseph Hill. My best memory that I have of Joseph Hill... is when I did meet him and his son kenyatta and his wife Pauline and The CULTURE band on thier way from Trinidad to Jamaica. He greated I.. Hail RASTAFARI I know you.. yuh are RAS-I-DOOR from Stockholm / Sweden... mmm thats I.. Are yuh going to Jamaica... Yes sir Nice And then we landed in Jamaica And I got some trubel with my bag... it was lost... No chlods and shelter.. Jah , what to do ??? Aaaaa there comes Joseph Hill and family .. Whats up son My bag is lost.. No , says Joseph Hill But The I can stay with I in STONEY HILL... I will give yoh chlodes and a chelter Yuh , know ... RASTAMAN POSITIVE So I stay´d for 5 days in Joseph Hills house... with Pauline and their family Until I got back my bag from the airline company. I have more storys to tell... BUT , JOSEPH HILL was a real RASTAMAN... just like a father or BIG Brother to I... Not only thru.... The Music and lyrics But thru his action LONG LIVE JOSEPH HILL AND HIS MUSIC THRU I AND I Princes and Princesses must trod out of Egypt, Ithiopians now stretch forth their hands to Haile Selassie I, JAH Rastafari O' Haile Selassie I of Ithiopia, I an'I Ivine Majesty, Thy Irits come into I to dwell in the parts of righteousness. Lead I an'I, Help I an'I to forgive that I an'I must be forgiven Teach I an'I love, loyalty on earth as it is in Zion Endow I an'I with thy wise mind, knowledge and overstanding to do Thy will, Thy blessing to I an'I O JAH. Let the hungry be fed, the naked clothed, The sick nourished; the aged protected, and the infants cared for Deliver I an'I from the hands of I an' I enemies that I an'I must prove fruitful in these perilous days When Ian'I enemies are passed and decayed In the depths of the sea, in the depths of the earth or in the belly of a beast Give I an'I a place in thy Iverliving Kingdom Through the Power of the Kings of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, Elect of Himself and Light of This World, I an'I Ivine Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I, JAH Rastafari First I-ncient King of Iration JAH art the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning Without End, the First and Forever, The Protectorate of all human faith and the Ruler of the Iniverse Thou art the only High Priest of the Order of Melchisedek, Who Liveth and Reigneth Foriver. I an'I hail to our JAH and King Emperor Haile Selassie I, JAH Rastafari ! !! Almighty I, JAH Rastafari, Great and Thunderable I, JAH Tafari! ! JAH BLESS JOSEPH HILL RAS-I-DOOR <rasidoor@spray.se> Stocktown shitty, Babylon - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 10:06:15 (EDT) A PHOTO THAT I TOOK OF JOSEPH HILL AT THE STUDIO ONE 50TH CONCERT IN PORT ROYAL, JAMAICA.  Ras Mykkal www.rasmykkal.com Ras Mykkal <info@rasmykkal.com> - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:56:03 (EDT) I was shocked by the news of Joseph Hill's passing this weekend. I have been a fan of this TRUE RASTAMAN for many years. His music has uplifted me and filled me with the love and energy that his bright spirit conveyed through time and space. I know that Zion's Gates spread wide open for Joseph...and that his spirit is in peace in a beautiful place. My sincerest condolences to Ms. Pauline Hill and my friend Kenyatta and the entire Hill family, Culture band and crew and all of those affected by this loss. My last memory of Joseph was last year the day after Reggae on the Rocks outside of Denver CO. I was road managing the Easy Star All Stars at the time. We stopped at the nearby Wild Oats market to find Joseph and crew searching for food to cook an Ital meal on their long bus ride to the next show. Joseph and I talked and laughed as he picked out specific items for their meal. I will remember his warmth and sincerity always. Although he never rememberd my name, he always remembered the spirit of the I... I give MANY THANKS and ITERNAL RASPECT to this BEAUTIFUL and BLESSED MAN! RASTAFARI LIVE!!! "A Slice of Mount Zion is for I"...Joseph Hill Laura Haykel <lhaykel2@yahoo.com> NYC, NY USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:55:58 (EDT) Yes Joseph, it's only a week since i saw you for the last time. You nice up our world, and mek Jah light shine in our hearts. I'm not ashamed to say i love you!!! Thanks brother and trod on!!! JAH LIVE John <jvdw407@hotmail.com> GIMMERT, Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:54:07 (EDT) i'm proud to had you as my guest in my little town here in italy, two years ago. thanx for the reasoning we had. i will never forget. and i will keep on dancing to your music. now you have the wings of a dove, so you can fly away...to heaven. respect joseph. now you can play your music with all the people in the sky...what a sound!! roberto roberto <orde@malaweeda.it> torino, italy - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:53:00 (EDT) Thanks 4 all the good music that is and will always b an inspiration to many my best being Peace ,love and harmony and Humble African.I thought one day i will get to enjoy ua performance bt Jah took u away and is all good.Hope the youths will take ua message to heart!God rest ua soul in eternal peace Mercie Gathu <hildalovegal@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:51:01 (EDT) Thanks 4 all the good music that is and will always b an inspiration to many my best being Peace ,love and harmony and Humble African.I thought one day i will get to enjoy ua performance bt Jah took u away and is all good.Hope the youths will take ua message to heart!God rest ua soul in eternal peace Mercie <hildalovegal@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:50:50 (EDT) Did i know, it will be his last concert last friday. I went there with my father, he is a big culture fan. We enjoyed it, from the beginning till the end. It was a very fine concert, with lots of happy people, i hope Joseph was happy too. Strange feeling when i heard that he died just the day after this concert. I will thank him, and the band for this great evening, now we are going to play the cd s and smoke the national herb, on you Joseph Hill Sara <vandenbergsara@yahoo.com> Antwerp, Belgium - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:48:25 (EDT) Big Joseph Hill was a greatest warrior in Reggae music. We miss a great man, and shall never be forgotte. AMEN. Abednego Yeboah <abednegoyeboah@yahoo.co.uk> Akim Oda, Eastern Region Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:39:50 (EDT) Jah Bless Joseph! Ras - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:38:34 (EDT) Was heading to see Culture tonight in Dublin sad i didnt get to see this legend in action. RIP Joe Pedro - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:38:06 (EDT) Mes sincères condéléances à toute la famille RASTA et à sa famille biologique. Nous l'avons vu en concert pour la première et la dernière fois en Afrique, la mère Patrie, précisément à Abidjan. Joseph, tu es un Grand et les Grands ne meurent jamais. JAH RASTARA. Lamine COULIBALY <coulibalyl@un .org> ABIDJAN, COTE D'IVOIRE - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:21:44 (EDT) Music shines for ever Astrolab <volsungavalache@caramail.com> fribourg, fr switzerland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:20:09 (EDT) Loads and loads of thanks goes out to Joseph Hill for the massive cultural upfullness. He will be missed! Messian Dread - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:10:48 (EDT) BABYLON HAS DONE IT AGAIN? FIRST BOB MARLEY, THEN PETER TOSH, [EDIT] AND NOW JOE HILLS? WHAT A GREAT LOSS TO THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE, ESPECIALLY THE OPRESSED AND DOWNTRODDEN. NO MORE VOICE TO SPEAK FOR THE MAJORITY VOICELESS PEOPLE. EVEN THE KIDS FEEL IT. BUT WE KNOW JOE IS NOT DEAD FOR U CAN KILL THE MESSENGER BUT NOT THE MESSAGE. THERE MUST BE EQUALITY IN THE HUMAN RACE. SLEEP JOE, SLEEP WHILE YOUR SOUL SHALL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. KOTHO. KOTHO TEDDY <kotho2005@yahoo.com> FREETOWN, WA SIERRA LEONE - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:08:36 (EDT) Will heartfelt thanks to Joseph Hill for the beautiful music he has blessed us with. You've made this often-times scary world of ours just a little more bearable and your undying praise of Jah and appreciation for mankind as a whole has served as an inspiration to people worldwide. God bless you and may you walk good in Zion. John Knott <Reggaexx@yahoo.com> Bel Air, MD USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 09:03:11 (EDT) so sad to see Joseph leave. he will forever be a LEGEND and a REGGAE AMBASSADOR. my deep & sincere condolences to his family, friends and the entire reggae family. Bye bye Joseph, Uled a good life and made alot of people happy!R.I.P Karanja <skaranjah@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:58:27 (EDT) We grew you with you & your music... thanks for the memories. You will be greatly missed. Dougie <lucea@att.net> Pembroke Pines, Florida USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:48:16 (EDT) may God rest his soul in enternal peace long live reggea music reanington anyanzwa <anyanzwa@sawasawa.com> nairobi, kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:36:03 (EDT) I saw you in a dream on Saturday night,not knowing you came to say goodbye. Though I am weeping but I know that once reggae music is alive you are alive. Those of us who understood your music know that You have really left an eternal legacy. You have touched the Souls of many people. felix addo-asare <felixaddo2001@yahoo.com> Tarkwa, Ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:34:18 (EDT) It is with great shock to learn the passing of one of the reggae greats and a true rasta. I feel honoured to have known him on a personal level. I am still wondering if he knew Jah was calling because his last show here in Minnesota about 4 weeks before his passing was trully extra ordinary and was one that we Minnesotans will remember forever. On behalf of the king lion family both here and in Kenya, i wonna pass ma condolence to his immediate and extended family, remember that Jah giveth and Jah taketh, may his soul rest in eternal peace, to Kenyatta, keep the fire burning. Give thanks, Bigbuoy. Jose Bigbuoy <jmwele@hotmail.com> St. Paul, MN USA (originally kenyan) - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:31:02 (EDT) Thank you Joseph for all of your music and all of the good times. My wife and I will miss you very much!! Pete Kleva Asbury park, n.j U.S - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:30:36 (EDT) thank you for your inspiration, your solvation by the music you have made, your credit to influence human beings thru your music and lyrics to help themselves, thank you for all you will live on and on and on margo amsterdam, holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:25:27 (EDT) Greetings! Oh my what a lost for the world, im so sad!! Dont no what to say, what a shock!! May Jah bless Joseph hill foriver and may JH Rest in peace!! Ive missed hes last concert here on URF 2006 and that was a big misstake by me but hes memory shall always stay with me!! Jah bless his family, fans and friends!! Great love and regards from Jimmy In Sweden Jimmy Holmqvist <rootsreggaefahlife@hotmail.com> Uppsala, Sweden - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 08:00:57 (EDT) It was so shocking and sad that i n i received the sad news about the passing on of one of the All Time Reggae Greats-Mr.Joseph Hill,The Founder and the Lead Singer of one of the most Enduring Reggae Groups,that is,CULTURE. I couldn't believe my ears coz its something i almost thoujght that couldnt happen.The man was so healthy and still he wasn't thatg old to part.It's stikll unbelievable bujt JAH made us to believe that anything can happen. But one thing i can assure the Hill's family,friends n the entire reggae fraternity is that Hill has not died but only is he asleep.I believe that his soul is on the RIGHT-HAND SIDE of the MOST HIGH.As Jose used to sing;'No night ina Zion'.Truly,there's no night there.So he is there to stay forever and ever.Amen! Finally,I send my condolence to the Family(especially the wife Pauline Hill and son Kenyatta),the other members of the group (Albert Walker and Telford Nelson) and everyhone who's mourning the death of Hill. May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.JAH BLESS! Ras Joe <mystiqjoe@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:58:47 (EDT) Matthias says sorry I must correct myself..... RAW TRUTH was one ! of the last songs joseph ever recorded and wrote...(not the last one)..and..not the last recording he did.... the final mix still have to wait....please be patient...people in the world.....culture music will ever live ! every song is a special gift ! and will always be.....radios soundsythems all over the world ...natty never get weary in this gideon we must be strong RASTA FARI matthias <fiahs@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:58:21 (EDT) Thank you Joseph for more than 20 years of musical enjoyment. Life was never quite the same since I heard "Love Shines Brighter" back in '82. Your good work has been done and now you have found your wings. Fly to the hills and be at rest, Mister Music. May Jah bless and keep you forever. Breddah D Melbourne, Australia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:57:06 (EDT) As a youth I was moved by the sounds of Raggae music. I especially liked the trio groups. I would like to take this opportunity thanks Joseph Hill and Culture for sharing the love. One Love Always Ras Mykkal Ras Mykkal <info@rasmykkal.com> Bermuda - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:56:59 (EDT) Big respects, love all the Culture albums, so hoped I would get to see Culture before this happened, and fully thought they might make it to Australia. such beautiful music and some of my favorite reggae. thank you. Huck Byron Bay , nsw australia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:56:18 (EDT) I am deeply shocl when i heard the death of Joseph Hill. I can remember when he was in Sierra Leone the last time at the National Stadium to do a peace consart i cant imagin the whole Stadium was jampack he even promis to invest in this Country because, he has love for the land. We the regga lovers in Sierra Leone extend our regret and condolence to Joseph Hill, the band groop,fans and the bereaved family. May his soul dwell in perfect peace in the name of Jah Rastafarah. Kofi Bangura <kofibangs@yahoo.com> Freetown, Sierra Leone - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:50:09 (EDT) I'm glad that i have seen you at the reggae sundance you guys are the best! my hart is with you an with your family and everybody close to you.Thanks for your music. jah bless. your fans Dave and Bianca Dave en Bianca Westkamp <Rawcutz@chello.nl> Rotterdam, Holland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:44:41 (EDT) Thank you Joseph for all the joy en hapiness you brought us with your music. You will live on in our memories and your music. RASTA LIVE!!! Harm <hcvankoppen@hotmail.com> Zwolle, Netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:39:30 (EDT) Sir Joseph Hill, that's what I love to call you best. Your hit '' RALLY ROUND JEHOVAH'S THRONE'' changed my life to believe more in God in the 80's,when trodding down Babylon in Nigeria. I always pray to meet you one day, as a journalist, and like a miracle you appeared at Pole-pole festival in Antwerp, the 2004 and gave me an interview I will never forget until he day I will meet you in Jah's kindom. ''Face to face with the great Joseph Hill of Culture'' is now a masterpiece at ''Blogcritics.org''site. I watched you performimg at Petrol in Antwerp on 18 Agust 2006, ready to present to you a porcelain art work, on behalf of the West African community in Antwerp, for your hard works and achievements as superstar in music, but your illness prevented me. However, Mr Telford Nelson received it on your behalf. I came home saturday morning playing your music and dancing. In town, the same morning I heard of your death. Mr HILL you have hurt me so much, but it's only God who understands. May your soul rest in perfect peace. Joel Savage <juskosave@yahoo.com> Antwerp, Belgium - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:33:06 (EDT) thanks joseph for all your nice albums.they are great inspiration in my daily living.thanks joseph for the nice positive vibes in eindhoven sundance. i feel pain in my heart. a kind of emptiness.i like to give condolences to his family, his musiciens, his friends and all his fans.we will miss him.joseph rest in peace. i will never forget you.lots of love. carien <carienvanos@hetnet.nl> maastricht, the netherlands - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:29:41 (EDT) THX to Joseph Hill for a great philosophy, for hours of irie reggae/dub/etc.-vibes and for his life. He was one of my favourite artists and i hope he is glad at the place he is now at. Rest in Peace (I'm sure you will) Peder Lohrmann <aight-spongebob@gmx.de> Bad Ditzenbach, Baden Württemberg Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:15:40 (EDT) I LOVED YOUR MUSIC AND NEVER MET YOU...I BELEIVED YOU WERE AGREAT ARTIST.LET REGGEA MUSIC LIVE. PHILIP ONYANGO <onyiphil@yahoo.com> NAIROBI, KENYA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 07:01:07 (EDT) On the 20th August 2006 thousands Polish fans – including me – couldn’t wait to see You live and direct at the Ostroda Reggae Festival. For the first time in Poland. But the Almighty arranged it in a different way. Joseph Hill thank You very much for your musical legacy and all words of real wisdom. Marcin Zielinski, Warsaw, Poland. Marcin Zielinski <marcin_z@agraart.pl> Warsaw, Poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 06:44:37 (EDT) your teachings are everlasting, thank you for inspiring and influencing our thoughts. Guidance and protection in thisa-i-hour. gilo <gilbertotieno@hotmail.com> leicester, uk England - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 05:47:58 (EDT) Dear dear Joseph "Culture" Hill! Thank I&I for your reggae! It was... It is wonderfull and indescribable! You will be always in our hearts! R.I.P. Jah bless you! One love from Russia, Moscow!!! Jah Jah Most High! Ras Kapone <ras_kapone@mail.ru> Moscow, Russia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 05:37:39 (EDT) One bright morning when man work is over, man will fly away home...Nuff Tks Joe for your great work. Crucial <rtreggae@yahoo.fr> Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Mama Africa - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 05:33:36 (EDT) "Rock of ages clept for me,let me hide my littleself in Thee........."This the song RUB A DUB STYLE, that continue to inpire me.I remember seeing Hill on stage at Impala grounds Nairobi,Kenya.So i have seen him only once,but your music inspires me and feel like i see you every day.You are gone but you have changed lives of many to the best through your vibes.My condolence goes to the entire family of Joseph Hill and all Reggae fans around the world.................R.I.P from,PATO PATRICK NGUGI <patowatoish@yahoo.com> NAIROBI, KENYA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 05:30:52 (EDT) Joseph Hill was a great messiah n a prophet to me.And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation ,no way can the children of the highness the Emperor be conqured by inferior vimpire so father R.I.P kagiri marcus <makagiri2006@yahoo.com> nakuru, rift valley kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 05:18:59 (EDT) AM SENDING MY CONDOLESENCE TO THE FAMILY OF JOSEPH HILL. HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO MANY.KENYATTA KEEP THE FIRE BURNING. CAROLJEFF <cndutakaris@yahoo.com> NAIROBI, KENYA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 04:52:09 (EDT) Joseph Hill should be an inspriation to us all. His words of wisdom, lyrics, his ideology and aspiration hopefully will change the world someday. He will be remembered, just like Bob Marley, and his songs will play on and on forever. If I could have had a one-to-one with someone it would have been this man! Jah Bless Helen <helen.wiesinger@btopenworld.com> London, United Kingdom - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 04:47:42 (EDT) we say give thanks for the message&teaching from brother joseph hill and culture! it´s a hard thing for i and i! you are in the brain from all of us! the next bash from the soundsystem is for you brother man! RASTA WILL NEVER DIE! one love,one family one destiny greetings in the name of the undergroundsoundsystem from austria! GREETINGS AND MAXIMUM RESPECT FOR THE FAMILY FROM BROTHER JOSEPH BLESS mc murphy <www.martin.madlener1@chello.at> wiener neustadt, austria - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 04:16:46 (EDT) Your death came as a shock to me and my family, as I was planning to attend one of your shows or visit your studios when I visit Jamaica for the first time in September 2006. I was really looking forward to the trip. My husband, Ras Eitiko "TKU" Tafari or Albert Barnes toured with you in the early 1980s, in both your US and European tours. It was after one of the tours with you that he eventually settled in England. I am from Zimbabwe, and I rememebr hearing your music playing on the Zimbabwean radio station everyday and nearly everyone, including rural folks, would just rise up and dance even if a lot of people did not understand the lyrics. I have a collection of nearly all your music. Jah will take care of you, man, and your legacy will live forever to many generations to pass. My condolences to your family and all your fans and the people of Jamaica who have put the history of Black people on the stage. JAH Love and respect brotherman!!! Sarudzayi Chifamba-Barnes <sarudzayibarnes@yahoo.co.uk> Coventry, United Kingdom - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 04:08:04 (EDT) Greetings in da name of da Most High His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I Jah Rastafari! "Joseph Hill won't be left out of Zion Gates"! I didnt trust my eyes as i read this very sad news! Hard to believe but true! Two years ago i made an interview with Joseph for the Swiss Reggae and Rasta Magazine ARMAGEDDON TIMES (www.armageddontimes.ch)! He answered very kind my questions! The world lost a humble rastaman and zion got one more! Long Live Joseph "Culture" Hill Jah Bless Joseph Jah Present Jah Present <JahPresent@gmx.de> City of no Pity, Bavaria Germsmoney - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:58:48 (EDT) My condolences to the family. Missing this great voice. I was happy to see him two years ago at the CRS. "he will be missed but still be among us" Regine Stuttgart, Germany - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:57:20 (EDT) I am deeply shocked. Last week I saw Joseph in Eindhoven (netherlands). Since Lion Rock I have visited every show in our country. Joseph was my reggae-father. 53 years ago my father died at the accact same date. I would like to say to Joesph: thank you for all the plaesure and knowledge you gave me with your music. Walk with Jah ! Lambert lambert van dijk <l.vandijk @skynet.be> hechtel-eksel, belgium - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:51:58 (EDT) My condolences to the family,friends and all the fans.May the Almighty Jah rest his soul in eternal peace Amen. Betty c. Langat <bchelah@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:46:42 (EDT) God finds the time in his divine inspiration to give to us such special people as Joseph. He,and I hope that I can do the same, gave forth to us his talents and compassion. I fell in love with reggae and its movement and Bob Morley has always had a special sp0ot in my life. Though, I did not know Joseph well, he has made a great contribution to the movement and the spiritual influence of reggae and rasta. I don't speak or write patiuo, but I give Joseph all my love and compassion and I sense that he is the kingdom and its glory. Robert Bowland (Ras Ragwe) <robert.bowland@sbcglobal.net> Anaheim, Ca United States - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:31:01 (EDT) joseph we love you, may your soul rest in perfect peace. and to all our african brothers and sisters in jamaica, god bless you all. keep it up! ofori amanfo, ghana - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:30:27 (EDT) ...Jah Bless You... smarthy <smarthy@gazeta.pl> Ostróda, POLAND - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:26:57 (EDT) Fi real Jo Hill waz ma favourite artist.he waz a mofire .Kenyatta fit into dat shoe en roll it (ze muzik).Bless up !!!! calypso (anto) <antocally@yahoo.com> nairobi, kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:26:47 (EDT) Thank you for all good times & all righteous messages, Joseph. Peace be with you in Father's house. Vice Matijasevic <vmatijasevic@gmail.com> Zagreb, Croatia - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:23:56 (EDT) thanx for your music Joaseph...I.m sad and happy becouse your music is in my brain...natty dread naw run / dr.jahkill dr.jahkill <jack@asp.gda.pl> sopot, poland - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:18:40 (EDT) Joseph Hill once asked me, "So what are you going to do with your education", and I answered play music, to which he was contemplatively silent. I always thought about that, and this momment spurred me on to use my education to uplift along with music. I will never forget that silent momment, it was as if he was tacitly coaxing my subconscious mind to use the oppurtunity that I had aquired through education for the benefit of the masses---and in the same instant came a subtle, silent, yet stern admonition not to neglect that which so many strive for, yet never get the privelege to attain. Phillipidon Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:15:47 (EDT) It's incredible how this year a lot of reggae stars passed away, after Ruddy Thomas, Laurel Aitken, Desmond Dekker, now the great person of JOSEPH HILL break down my heart again. I met Joseph during the italian tour in 1991, and I met again in Jamaica in 1992, but his original songs and his original and kind livity I follow him from 1977, when "TWO SEVEN CLASH" spread out in the world. I want to give my condolences to Pauline Hill, brothers and sisters, parents, friends, sound system crew, band and his musicians. We lost another great brother, but the list of the artists passed away it's very long, Junior Delgado and Dennis Brown great friends of Joseph. See You JOSEPH you never stay alone, the reggae world will be continue to play your beautiful songs forever and ever. LOVE FE THE CULTURE SOUND. Fabrizio Lagana Rome Italy Fabrizio "Roots'n'Culture" Lagana <info@rootsandculture.it> Rome, ITA ITALY - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 03:05:14 (EDT) Thanks for your music Joseph Hill rest and peace! Allways in my heart and soul!! Muchas Gracias por tu musica. Victor Molina <victor_m05@hotmail.com> Stockholm, Sweden - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 02:58:10 (EDT) My heart weeps but I will not cry now I will sing a song of Zion. Culture is known to I through his music. Though I only watched Mr Hill perform once twenty years ago, his music has sustained I and I through the darkest of times. His songs have uplifted and guided I and I through life's trials and tribulation. So now I will be a little sad but then I will put on his music and sing along! For now he has his slice of Mount Zion! Jah bless I and I Rastafari Idren and reward him for his most excellent works!!! JAH RASTAFARI Lives!!! SEEFARI SEEFARI <info@seefari.com> Wilberforce, OH USA - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 02:52:29 (EDT) I GIVE TRIBUTE TO MIGHTY JOSEPH HILL Within the sight of sorrow Our hearts are worn with grief For all our brave and mighty They never know defeat No grave can hold a spirit That fought with bravery In times of greatest honor Their names a homily Their legacy continues In every one that stands With hands held in saluting The glory of their land They gave their life for freedom In silent tears we weep Within this saddest mourning Our soldier's memory keeps And so in life we know this They stood so brave and tall In honor of their country They gave their life ~ Their all No greater love is given No greater hero made Than one who knows the meaning Of freedom's love engraved. Sleep well our ambasador the mighty joseph and jah Almighty bless the reggae famimly Hon.Dr. frederik Ondari <fcondari@yahoo.com> Nairobi, kenya - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 02:49:12 (EDT) I was honored to be a friend of Joseph Hill and his wife, Miss P, (Pauline). I got to know Joe and Miss P through my friend, George Michailow, who is their agent. Joe was a remarkable man, friendly and kind and just a very nice person, a true example of the meaning of Culture. Despite his international fame as a Reggae Artist, he remained a humble Jamaican who was very appreciative of his God given gifts and of the awards and acclaims he received, not taking them for granted. After many years absence from Jamaica I returned for a visit over the past New Year and was fortunate to be there to see Joe perform in the Foundation Music Showcase concert in Kingston on Jan. 7th, 2006. The concert went on way past the scheduled time and it was well after 3 am when Joe hit the stage, the second to last artist to perform. The crowd stuck around, it seems just to see Joe perform because as soon as he was finished they headed for the gates even though the closing artist was on the stage. That was to be |
