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A Book of Tributes to Joseph "Culture" Hill The
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LOVE & RESPECT SHOWN JOSEPH HILL IS A TESTAMENT TO HIS LIFE
AND WORKS Joseph Hill was truly a cultured reggae ambassador. I have been a fan of his music/lyrics since 1976 I will truly miss him performing his songs. His voice will resonate with me forever. I will cherish my collection of CULTURE conscious music. To his family and friends my deepest sympathy; Lift up you hearts and cherish his memories remember- JAH wanted him now... HE SET HIM FREE!! Bev <lgibs@comcast.net> Ft lauderdale, Florida USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 23:55:19 (EDT) I have been a fan of reggae music since the late seventies. Over the years Culture became my favorite. He surely will be missed by me. Joe Hopkins Baker, La USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 23:43:36 (EDT) Joseph was much loved in Chicago. Sometimes in an open air venue, and at other times in a packed, crowded confines of a club, we hailed Joseph, dancing to his music, trying to keep up with his energy. As loud as it may be, he waved us to quiet, and reasoned with us about the issues of the world and humanity. And then took us to a higher level with his all out singing and drive. I personally will miss him as a friend, as well as a fan. May his music live on, with the spirit he so envisioned. His family and fellow musicians will continue to be welcome to our city, as we continue to celebrate his life and works. JO Ann Karr <jkarr@neiu.edu> Chicago, Illinois USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 23:43:12 (EDT) The news was toooo sadddd!:( I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Hill in May in New Haven at Toad's Place. My son's band open for him that night, wow it was exciting. My son has studied and admired Mr. Hill's work very deeply. He was glad and felt blessed that night when he handed Mr. Hill his first cd, and said to him " I want to Thank you for your music, you have inspired me to write and record my music." The day we got bad news we had just arrived home from the Reggae Fest in Newport, Vermont. Joseph Hill will be missed by many:( Our deepest and sincere condolences. From the band "Electric Cloud" and Mom. Bless you in Zion! Crimi Blanton <crimi_blanton@yahoo.com> Old Saybrook, CT USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 23:42:15 (EDT) will be remembered 4 your crusade 4 peace in Africa and the entire world. May his soul rest in peace.Its a big loss to reggae fans and the whole reggae family. Rest in peace Joseph. mathew cheruiyot <mataiyho@yahoo.com> nairobi, kenya kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 22:52:14 (EDT) Such an upsetting piece of news to learn of today. My favorite artist of all time, even Bob Marley runs second to Joe Hill in my book. I have cherished Culture's music for many, many years as it has comforted me through the last ten years of my life. I'm glad I saw Culture live in concert and will continue to listen and tell others about Joseph Hill. "I and I keep fighting for our rights. Shedrock, meshek, and apendego, a one a we. Mosiah Marcus Garvey, a one a we. Malcolm X as we know him, a one a we. A man like Paul Bogle, a one a we. Grandparents! Coming through the hands of Henry Morgan, and men like Long John Silver, inna a dis a running!... A girl like sister Nanny!... A one a we! Man like brother Bob Marley! But most of all to stand by our side as the KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS, EMPERIOR SELASSIE I, A I AND I. MAN LIKE BROTHER JOE HILL!!!! Tommy Lail <tpatricklail@yahoo.com> Cincinnati, OH USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 22:36:39 (EDT) What a talented performer. Joseph will go down in history as one of reggae's most talented artists. I saw Joseph at the Opera House in Toronto. His wife was there right by his side. The corcert was one that I and my friends will never forget - pure inspiration!!!!! Joesph Hill inspired many - if you want roots music, this is the man. His son will carry the torch; he too is extremely talented. Blessed Love to Mr. Hill and his loving family. May Jah bless and guide you each and every day. RastaFARI!!!!! Levi Roots of Brimstone International Brimstone International <ijahmanlevi_33@hotmail.com> Ontario, Canada - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 21:59:31 (EDT) CONDOLANCES TO HIS WIFE AND KIDS, MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE AND WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE ADVICE HE USE TO TELL US THE GOOD WORDS. John Depeller <depeller42@yahoo.com> Accra, nt Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 21:54:05 (EDT) Tears in our eyes. Our thoughts with Joseph's family and friends. jim eddinburgh x x Jim Thompson <freeskreech@hotmail.com> Edinburgh, Scotland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 21:42:38 (EDT) Thank you for the many blessings and love, you are truly one of Reggae's most cherished ambassadors. The sweet concious voice will never be forgotten, thank you for the life you lived and the life you shared with us. Hbomb and Shivs <usc5000@hotmail.com> Ventura, Ca USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 20:37:57 (EDT) God Bless You! Abena Accra, Ghana, West Africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 20:02:38 (EDT) God Bless You! Abena Accra, Ghana, West Africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 20:02:12 (EDT) "BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO WALK NOT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE UNGODLY", I HAVE SEEN HIS WORKS, I HAVE HEARD HIS WORKS, I WILL TRY TO DO HIS WORKS, SO THAT HIS WORKS WILL LIVE FOR EVER. JAH BLESS AND GUIDE AND PROTECT HIS WORKS, HIS LIGHT WILL FOREVER SHINE IN THIS DARK WORLD.AND WHEN LIGHT COMES TO THIS WORLD HIS WILL SHINE BRIGHT.... I AM AN HUMBLE RASTAMAN YES HE WAS AND WILL REMAIN FOR EVER AND EVER. REST IN YOUR HUMBLE STATE YOU NEEDED IT BUT WE COULD'NT STOP THE I JAH WORKS HAVE TO BE DONEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 DERRICK MORGAN <PANTAJDF@HOTMAIL.COM> UNIONDALE, NY USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 19:43:59 (EDT) May God bless him.May his soul rest in perfect peace,AMEN. Kebba Sarr <shefou_kebba_sarr@yahoo.de> Banjul, Gambia - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 19:34:44 (EDT) He said Good Boys and Girls troad fi Heaven, Bad boys and Girls go everywhere! Him Hill Haffi fi troad fi Heaven! He was a Tru Blaq braddah. Respect!!! I pray to Jah honesty To please let me live honestly Love my brother that's all I need I need no riches just harmony!!!!! i send my Condolences out fi Pauline Hill, Kenyatta Hill, the entire Hill family, Albert Walker, Telford Nelson, long time agent George Michailow and the numerous musicians who formed the backing groups Dub Mystic, Moja Nya and Forces of Justice. ONE LOVE Thompson Nyarko <thompson@africaonline.com.gh> Accra, Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 19:23:29 (EDT) Yah will bless u Mr.Joseph Hill. I,m lucky to saw youre last concert in Amsterdam. youre song gives me a lot of inspiration. Yah will lead you on youre route to the mount of zion. Blessie.. ras cinho <legoulle@hotmail.com> Amsterdam, Nederland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 19:09:06 (EDT) Rest in Peace! Respect from barcelona... Raül <chickatook@hotmail.com> Barcelona, Spain - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 19:01:12 (EDT) Give thanks and praises to jah thanks Joseph Hill joaquin Lazo de la Vega Borja <jahrastafari7@hotmail.com> Mexico, - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:57:03 (EDT) Rest in peace Rasta. peter mungai <petendungi@hotmail.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:55:08 (EDT) Father Hills,i know you've reached your detination at the slice of your Mount zion with all the Rastamen. Rest in peace till eternity.I pray to be in your company when i shall have joined you.A big profit to the earth is gone.We miss you but i dearly miss you has my number one man on earth.Rest rest rest in the safe hands of your lord.I will catch you at your slice. MANICA TURAY <eyempty02yahoo.com> FREETOWN, ABERDEEN VILLAGE SIERRA LEONE - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:50:13 (EDT) I love that... I'm french, and I dont speek very well english... I'm sorry !! Jah's never forget your learning... See you soon. Jérémie royer <jeremie.royer@free.fr> nancy, france - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:34:52 (EDT) It's hard to believe that the world has lost a Music Icon.The gap you have left will never be filled again.Your untimely death has brought life to a standstill in the world of music.This is actually a robbery to the music world. May your soul Rest in Peace.God Bless. Stafford Bulala Yobura <staffordyobura@yahoo.co.uk> Mangochi, Malawi - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:34:50 (EDT) My condolences to the Hill family. His work is done, but his melodious voice, positive lyrics and vibrant spirit will live with us for years to come. Jah Jah see you a come and His arms are opened wide. Walk good my songbird. Sister Blossome Miami, Florida U.S.A - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:24:31 (EDT) The news of your death came as a shock. U r a hero n a great LEGENG. May ur soul rest in PERFECT PEACE n ur teachings n words of wisdom live FOREVER. CULTURE never dies, he LIVES FOREVER. Thumbs up man, u fought a worthly n good figth, JAH...Rastafara I Adrian Acquaye <adrian69hm@yahoo.co.uk> Tema, Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 18:17:19 (EDT) After Prophet Bob Marley, another great prophet is gone too. It’s time for true black people and not the hypocrites, to start thinking or reflect about his songs, especially TOO LONG INTO SLAVERY and STOP FIGHTING among ourselves, and act accordingly. Joe, may GOD out of His grace grant you a lofty paradise! Kwame <Incognitos> Takoradi, Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 17:23:49 (EDT) My heart grieves today upon hearing news about Mr. Hill. I am very sad because I just saw Joseph 2 times early summer and now he is gone. I loved his energy, inspiration, conscious lyrics, and my soul pours out love and respect for all of his friends and family. I am so grateful for the hand-full of Culture shows that had the honor of attending. Michael Allen <gemsing777@clearwire.net> Igene, OR - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:54:27 (EDT) Repose en paix Joseph,merci pour tout ce que tu as pu apporter pour que le reggae roots perdure.Merci pour toutes les bonnes vibes que tu as apporter dans mon foyer et dans ma vie.Tu vas veritablement me manquer... sylvain <boujiwas@hotmail.com> Bordeaux, france - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:54:19 (EDT) Thanks a lot for everything you've done for Reggae music and for us. Thank you for giving a great performance in Martinique. Alfred Cantinol <good2go972@yahoo.fr> - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:54:06 (EDT) Such a great influence this great and humble man has been to me and my youth through his music and words of wisdom. I man's eyes have overflowed on this day, I will miss the great I Culture. Give thanks and praise to the most high Jah for blessing Culture with inspiration to share with I and I. The entire world has been blessed with the I's existence for Iver. -Ras Ta' Zayah Ras Ta' Zayah <HermanH@InfoProServices.com> Seattle, WA USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:50:43 (EDT) Jah Rastafari.Lord has given, and Lord has taken.I will always rember Joseph Hill most when he sings "walk in the light of jah" and Jah Rastafari" May his soul rest in peace and harmon. Zwelithini Shelembe <kingzweli@webmail.co.za> Pietermartzburg, 3220 South Africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:44:09 (EDT) You will be missed Brother Joseph Culture Hill. I remember me and my brethrens with you at the Centre for National Culture in Ghana, and the positive vibe you shared with us in that short priod of time really touched our hearts and I personally, I have learned alot from you and your music as well. May Jah bless and give you a peaceful place to rest. Ratafari.. Akim. Adongo <paul2000gh@yahoo.com> Accra, Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:33:59 (EDT) I`m very sorry for that. I still remember the concert at Chiemsee in Germany. I like the music very much and the voice of Joseph Hill is something special. God bless him!!! Marion Gabriel <gabrielmarion2005@yahoo.de> Munich, bavaria Germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:33:42 (EDT) I`m very sorry! I like the music of Culture so much and I never forget the concert at Chiemsee in Germany. I still remember the show, the special voice of Joseph Hill. He was a great musician. God bless!!! Marion Gabriel <gabrielmarion2005@yahoo.de> Munich, bavaria Germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:28:27 (EDT) QUE EL TODOPODEROSO JAH TE RECOJA EN SU REGAZO CON EL MISMO AMOR CON EL QUE TU HAS INUNDADO NUESTRAS VIDAS CON TU MÚSICA.DESCANSA EN PAZ NUNCA TE OLVIDAREMOS.JAH BLESS Ras Dadis <buisiganja85@hotmail.com> barcelona, Catalonia - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:18:31 (EDT) Brother Joseph....had so much fun at the last concert that i was PRIVALIDGE to see you (northampton ma) the singing,dancing,praising of Jah will be at the forefront of mind for eterity. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO AND GUIDE....I'M NOT ASHAMED TO SAY I LOVE JAH!!!!!!!!RIP PRINCE OF ZION RIP cjw - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 16:10:40 (EDT) MAY JAH RECEIVE KING JOSEPH IN HIS KINGDOM.AMEN zongo Christian <kchristiano04@yahoo.fr> Burkina Faso - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 15:47:58 (EDT) What can I say that has not already been said? Joseph Hill's lyrics were, for me, the root and the reason for my loving reggae music. Stop This fussing and fighting. Trod On Never get weary. why am I a rastaman so many heartfelt songs of livity, joy and hope in this place of oppression called babylon. Jah bless the works and rememberance of the GREAT JOSEPH HILL. dubtafari <dubtafari@yahoo.com> camden, nj usa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 15:31:42 (EDT) joseph hill the man of culture greatly missed however a plesure to know the lion a soulder he never cease bringing jah message everwhere he trod truly a rasta warrior.its was nece knowing him also able to cater for him a well play his music on the posative vibration reggae show to all his family my sincere tought is with you and all the fans that share the same heartbeat long live joseph hill no night in zion jah candle aw burn for the high so sing your work live on rastafari........ jahphill <jahphilltasteofjamaica,hotmail.com> seattle, wa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 15:30:36 (EDT) True humble African man,a true revolutionary,your music will live forever and you'll always be in our hearts,may the Almighty God rest your soul in peace till we meet again.Kenya is mourning. Jabali afrika. justo asikoye <jusasikoye@hotmail.com> Baltimore, MD USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 15:25:58 (EDT) The history of free man is never written by chance but by choice.Rasta, we got much to learn from Hills. Joseph lived a life of choice, fighting Babylon. His music, words,aspirations, beliefs, desires, love, will continue.....Rasta you got to hold the mantle high like Joseph.Joseph your words of wisdom will forever reign in my heart and to entire Rasta family. RIP Rasta. Ehud <emukuha@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 15:22:16 (EDT) IRIE my bruvs`....thanks for all lovely good vibes you gave us.. I`m so shocked,but I know your songs never die..we have lost one of the best fighting soldier and living legends...I`ll never forgive you...MORE FYAH!!!!!!!! one love-one aim-one destiny.....PEACE aldread <dreadkef@yahoo.it> A`dam, nl holland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:58:05 (EDT) we must never forget the man named CULTURE. my first experience with reggae music was through the inspiration of this beautiful human. it is his words and music that have given me so much blessings in my past. i will always give thanks and praise. JAH guide. stan kelly <exghabier@yahoo.com> tempe , az United States - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:55:23 (EDT) Since the beginning since more then 25 Years I´m a very big fan of Culture . Joseph and his Band bruoght a message and understanding of Rastafari to me . I loved and love him so much for what he has done for me and the Reggaeworld. Two Years ago , at the Summerjam I met him personally in Germany at the Summerjam Festival , after waiting many Years of waiting. There he gave me his private telefonenumber to call him. I noticed the Number in my Handyphone - 20 minutes later ,somebody stole my phone , so that I never could call him..... I´m shocked to know , he is not with us anymore , but I´m happy to know that he is beside Jah now. DJ Mr. Magic DJ Mr. Magic <mistermagicsound@msn.com> Düsseldorf -, Germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:53:13 (EDT) Yes I , its said news to hear the man who made it possible for I man to reach ah foreign to hear seh him gone. It was November 1989 in Harare , Zimbabwe when Eric Donaldson, Ijahman, Culture and Ruffcutt Band from London England came to Zimbabwe to showcase one of the most unforgettable reggae shows since Bob Marley's Independence day jam in 1980. Personally it was my break in life. I was involved with the promotion, selling t-shirts , tickets and putting out posters when I met Joseph Hill and crew. However, with all this exposure From the Zim show I got a lot of links world wide. And thanks to Culture and Crew. Joseph we all miss you, but will never be forgotten in Zimbabwe. RIP walk good rasta Silverstone Don Sound Family Zimbabwe & Rufffcut Band London - England mad minox <minox24@hotmail.com> mbare, harare zimbabwe - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:52:48 (EDT) lOVE AND BLESSING GO OUT TO MR HILL'S FAMILY. I was guided through my college years with the positive vibes from Culture, I have had the pleasure in meeting Mr Hill, he was humble through and through and what a sense of humour!! His songs have taught me there is always three side to a story and I not ashamed in what they want to do. He's shown me the spirtual love and guidance through decades of songs. Now I am adult with a family, I still listen to the songs and have only every missed three concerts when he has visited London. He will be missed deeply in the flesh but spirtually he lives. One love Angella angella ogilvie <angella_ogilvie@hotmail.com> london, ENGLAND - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:45:48 (EDT) Im not ashamed to say that I love Jah! Mr Joseph Hill was a truly good good person. Benz <djbenz@mail.com> Kings Lynn, UK - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:36:43 (EDT) Brother Joseph Hill has been taken back home to be with our creator. We are all blessed to have had the privilege to share his deep concern for the human condition through music. The reggae music landscape today is polluted by many individuals who are prostituting our society for financial gain and fame. Having had a Joseph Hill gave us hope. He stayed true to the culture and for that we owe him. Thank you Joseph Hill! Dennis G. Pearson <pearsondg@msn.com> Bronx, NY USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:23:10 (EDT) Brother Joseph Hill has been taken back home to be with our creator. We are all blessed to have had the previlege to share his deep concern for the human condition through music. The reggae music landscape today is polluted by many individuals who are prostituting our society for financial gain and fame. Having had a Joseph Hill gave us hope. He stayed true to the culture and for that we owe him. Thank you Joseph Hill! Dennis G. Pearson <pearsondg@msn.com> Bronx, NY USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:19:16 (EDT) Your memory will live on in the music you left here for everyone to enjoy forever. The great messages you share will inspire future generations. Peace Love Unity and Respect. Freedom for all Life. Blake <blakeemerald@yahoo.com> Madison, WI USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:18:54 (EDT) you are inspiration to soberness ,a true freedom fighter. rest in peaces john kwasi todjroe <jotokfas@yahoo.co.uk> KUMASI, ashanti ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 14:17:12 (EDT) May God rests your SOUL in eterenal life. Adistegest <adistegest@yahoo.com> Shashamane, 251 Ethiopia - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:55:45 (EDT) JAH REST IN PEACE TILL WE MEET AGAIN Mutuku Muli <mutukumuli@yahoo.com> Lokichoggio, 254 Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:45:35 (EDT) One of the most inspirational singer who has ever touched my heart with his songs, love him and the band and I will miss Joseph forever. Mable Birmingham , United Kingdom - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:43:33 (EDT) Thanks for all the great moments your music gave me. Your music and the memories from the concert in Uppsala this year(2006) lives on in my heart and mind forever and ever!!! Rest In Peace .. Or, "Vila I Frid" as we say in Sweden! // Bobby Bobby <triigz@hotmail.com> Malmoe, Skåne Sweden - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:41:43 (EDT) brother joseph go now take the helm of the Black Starliner and pilot her to new horizons of conciousness. RIP NYAHBINGHI RIP jah guide - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:41:42 (EDT) Joseph,give thanks for all the joy we have from your music all over the past off 20 years.Give thanks for the live concerts i saw.I will never forget you......Joseph,rest in peace.....Luuk. Luuk <l.veen7@chello.nl> Leeuwarden, Holland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:32:59 (EDT) We are so sad to hear the news. It was a privilege to work with Joseph on "Lion Rock". A truly great friend and a master musician. Joseph's music will inspire for ever. Our love to Pauline and family. Peter Bell <info@cultfound.org> Rosedale, UK - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:32:45 (EDT) as i play my show dedicated to culture right now as i post this, i am filled with mixed feelings. feelings of sadness that joseph aint here with us anymore and feelings of joy that he's gone on to join the saints and elders to intercede for us in this struggle for good over evil. culture you've done your part and the whole ghana mourns you. wish sister pauline and the whole family peace. c u at the memorial in jamaica. blessed love daddy bosco <ahumab@yahoo.com> accra, ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:32:38 (EDT) thanks for the music and the spirit you gave us reggae music and rasta will never died dbf in dub paris, france - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:26:10 (EDT) I'm still tryig to overcome the shock that my legend is gone .He will forever remain the best reggae artist in my heart.I encourage each and everyone to keep playing his music and be true rastafarians.Never get weary like the MAN himself said. Jah- Rastafarai..............HE LIVES payday <handsome62@gmail.com> calgary, AB Canada - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:25:40 (EDT) The first time I met Joseph Hill in person was at the backstage of Racher Theatre in Towson, Maryland (2002). What stunned me was the simplicity the reggae icon carried with him. As we shook hands, I introduced myself but Jo' was too smart for the pen and the note book that were in my other hand. He asked "You reporter?' I quickly answered yes but assured him that I came to party and not to write. Again, he quikly countered and told me I was free to write because I was his "African brother." With that assurance from a larger than life reggae maestro, the night had just began.After the party, we hugged and parted, and with that, my hero was gone never to come back.Peace be with your wife and family during this dark moments in their lives. I know, when I'll party with Culture, it will not be the same as it was in 02. May your spirit and inspiration be with the group members. Jah guide and protect. General Ofemi General Ofemiofemi <ofemiofemi@yahoo.com> Baltimore, MD USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:23:45 (EDT) The first time I met Joseph Hill in person was at the backstage of Racher Theatre in Towson, Maryland (2002). What stunned me was the simplicity the reggae icon carried with him. As we shook hands, I introduced myself but Jo' was too smart for the pen and the note book that were in my other hand. He asked "You reporter?' I quickly answered yes but assured him that I came to party and not to write. Again, he quikly countered and told me I was free to write because I was his "African brother." With that assurance from a larger than life reggae maestro, the night had just began.After the party, we hugged and parted, and with that, my hero was gone never to come back.Peace be with your wife and family during this dark moments in their lives. I know, when I'll party with Culture, it will not be the same as it was in 02. May your spirit and inspiration be with the group members. Jah guide and protect. General Ofemi General Ofemiofemi <ofemiofemi@yahoo.com> Baltimore, MD USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:23:01 (EDT) I send a message of Condolence to all Reggae music Fans all over the World and The shashamane International crew. GOD gives GOD takes Jah Bless. Budi Isaiah <isabudi2005@yahoo.com> Lokichoggio, 254 Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:21:22 (EDT) My thoughts and prayers go out to Pauline, Kenyatta, Afrine and the family. be strong, Joseph lives on forever in the hearts and minds of us all. Joseph was a frend, he always took a moment to talk to me and share some words of wisdom even if he had not laid eyes on me for a year or two. He is gone from the earth but never forgotten. Joseph you have your slice of Mt. Zion now. Blessed love Dianne dianne <dianne@mightydiamonds.com> los angeles, ca usa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:16:52 (EDT) The World has missed the King!,A gap in the world but the prophetic message, still the World Restores. May the most high "JAH"Rest HIS SOUL in ETERNAL LIFE. JAH JAH SEE HIM A COME. Stephen Mulati <smulati@yahoo.com> Lokichoggio, 254 Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:10:10 (EDT) Joseph Hill will be greatly missed by my family. My 2 year old daughter and some of her friends love their album, "World Peace"! Jah Bless his family during thius trying time .Our thoughts and prayers are with you. One Love! Julie Hallberg <blonderasta420@yahoo.com> Wausau, Wi. U.S.A. - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 13:08:29 (EDT) ITS A GREAT GRIEF I SAY TO LOOSE SUCH A MESSENGER [A HUMBLE AFRICAN ] MY SINCERE CONDOLESCENCE GOES TO HIS LOVING FAMILY , ALL RASTA PEOPLE MAY WE PUT INTO DEEDS HIS INPIRING MESSENGE . MAY ALMIGHTY FATHER REST HIS SOUL IN ETERNAL PLACE AND BLESS HIS WORK AMEN IS-MAEL KIPLIMO <Ingata 24 a yahoo.com> NAIROBI, KENYA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 12:49:47 (EDT) THIS IS A MAN WHO WAS A LEADER,AN INSPIRER AND A COMFORTER.THIS IS A MAN WHO KNEW,UNDERSTOOD AND VALUE THE BIBLE AND AS SUCH PICK MOST OF HIS LYRICS FROM THE GOOD BOOK.AS YOU HAVE MOVE ON THE NEXT STAGE OF LIFE,WE WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP THAT POSITIVE SPIRIT ALIVE AS WE RALLY AROUND JEHOVAH'S STRONE.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FOR YOUR LEGENDARY WORKS,GOOD BYE JOSEPH HILL. Jeffrey-Basile Tiboo <jeffbasile@yahoo.com> Accra, GR GHANA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 12:45:17 (EDT)    My
personal tribute to the group is here :: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw7xJXm3YvU
Thank u and long life Culture !! - - - - www.pressviacusia.com // oyecomova@pressviacusia.comxrx <xurxadas@gmail.com> Barcelona, Spain - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 12:08:23 (EDT) I love Culture's music, I pass my condolence to all members of his family, friends and relatives and would like to tell them to be strong at this trying time. I would like to tell his son Kenyatta to take it higher and follow the footsteps of his father. tobias love <lovetobias@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 12:07:08 (EDT) Culture has started another journey But his legacy LIVES on.ONE LOVE Nyco <gitx2002@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 12:04:20 (EDT) R.I.P. Joseph david gibbs <d.gibbs@vpro.nl> holland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 11:52:04 (EDT) Rasta..shinin your light from afar~~~ Loving Jah <rastaii8@yahoo.com> - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 11:47:48 (EDT) R.I.P. Joseph 12-8-06 reggae sundance eindhoven, holland a-live on stage. from now on..... cultural herritage. never forget!!! chris <bamsterchris@hotmail.com> grootebroek, n-h holland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 11:31:48 (EDT) Joseph hill rest in peace Big Up¡ jose - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 11:29:57 (EDT) Peace and Blessings to friends and family of Joseph Hill. Giving Thanks for Culture and the music. Gino "ReggaeOne" <vze25sxy@verizon.net> Waldorf, MD USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:31:35 (EDT) I'll never forget my first Culture concert in San Francisco-the music just blew me away and after that I made sure I went to every Culture concert that I could manage to go to-and Culture played in Germany often.Today I learnt about the passing on of Joseph Hills to a next place. I am very sad but sure that you are in a good place and still there.. Thanks Joseph for all that you've done for me with your music-I will listen to it for ever and ever!!!rest in peace and lots of Love to you from Berlin, Germany!! Josefine <queen_josefine@yahoo.com> Hamburg, Germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:30:48 (EDT) Father Joe your music will live on itenually. Your music touch so much throughtout the world. Condolences to the family in these times Forwad on home to Zion. Bless from Squad 54 Crew Squad 54 <squad54@tiscali.co.uk> Derby, UK - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:18:19 (EDT) I am deeply saddened, as i was deeply touched. in my beginnings days of discovery of, and love of Reggae music, i not only fell in love with Joseph's music, i loved and respected him greatly as a person! he was a wonderful, intelligent, sensitive and very spiritual man who touched, in some way, any and every one who knew him and his music. my sincere condolences to his wife Pauline, to his family, to Albert, and to all the group members. He will be greatly missed, but his music lives on! Thank you for carrying on! Love! pat lovelace <lovelacelovesnyc@yahoo.com> New York , NY USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:15:46 (EDT) Joseph Hill Oof the culture fame is a great loss to the Rasta community in Sierra Leone and the world especially so when he has visited Sierra Leone frequently for the past 10 years. May his soul rest in perfect peace. JAH RASTAFARAI THE FIRST. Abdul Karim Tarawalie <abdulkish@yahoo.com> freetown, Sierra Leone - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:15:36 (EDT) QUE DIEU TOUT PUISSANT AI PITIE DE SON AME CAR JE SAIS ET JE SUIS PERSUADE QUE IL A MIS TOUTE SA FOI EN JESUS-CHRIST DE NAZARETH 'il a même chante le mariage de CAANA. REPOSE EN PAIX AU NOM DU PERE ET DU FILS ET DU SAINT ESPRIT AMEN; vive la JAMAIQUE VIVE LA CULTURE ET VIVE LE REGGAE VRAI§!!!!! Guillaume HOUPHOET <gofokouo@caramail.com> ABIDJAN, COTE D'IVOIRE - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 09:15:14 (EDT) Where the tree falls, There shall it lie until judgement take its course. He did prayed to Jah honestly, to please let him live honestly. Love his brother that's all he needs. he need no riches just harmony...Tears keep falling even now, I-man can't accept the fact that, the reggae King (Hill) is dead. he was greater than Bob Marley but he truelly never accept The Title. His prophetic and biblical Quotes brightens my life path and I can't just live without him. Well, its done. My heart is at peace to know kenyatta taking over. I pray to jah for Hill's spirit to be pass on to keyatta for another good work. What pain's me most is I never get to see him personal (Though he was here with me in Ghana last february... May his soul rest in perpect peace. he liveth still in ma heart. I love you Joseph Culture Hill. George Danso (Priest) <gdanso@hotmail.com> Tema, Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 08:59:51 (EDT) Jah Greetings!! I´n´I give thanx to Joseph Hill for the Music and the Inspiration!!! He lifes ever in my Heart!! Respect to this Great Rastaman!!! Rest in Peace!!! Jah Bless him!!! Rasta Love & Prosperity!!! Emanuel I. / Irie Riddim Sound Emanuel I <manu@irie-riddim.de> Augsburg , BY Germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 08:57:26 (EDT) Que Dieu tout puissant et le miséricrdieux est pitié de son ame. Hill est un grand homme de la culture jamaicaine , il a influencé la musique reggae avec les revolutionnaries; personnellement je l'ai vu en concert le 09 septembre 2005 a Abidjan en COTE D'IVOIRE chose que je revais depuis longtemps et c'est ce même jour 09 septembre 2006 un an apres sa venue en COTE D'IVOIRE qu'il sera inhumé que Marie la bien heureuse mere de jesus puise intercede pour lui au pres de son fils. AMEN VIVE LA CULTURE FOKOUO KOUAKOU GUILLAUME <slyandrobbie@hotmail.com> ABIDJAN, COTE D'IVOIRE - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 08:57:17 (EDT) Death is a pirate,death is a rubber when will his mission be accomplished? yes they can take the world with its vanity.Culture you are shure to get your shere from the creator.but who lierates theblack mental imancipation? Culture, mission is not accomlised but you are not a failure in life Jah guige. Emmanuel Ababio-Mulengey <mulengey@yahoo.com> accra, sak Ghana - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 08:37:21 (EDT) Rest in peace concious man.Your music will always live to redempt the black man.Jah is with you. Victor Barsulai. <csnkenya@yahoo.com> Eldoret, R/V KENYA. - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:54:00 (EDT) My dear condolances go out to Mr. Joseph Hills family and close friends. A true, true reggae legend unfortunately passed away. Thank Jah almighty that his joy, spirit & wit will live on in the hearts of millions of reggae fans through his music. Thank you Joseph, you will never be forgotten! Rest in peace! Wilfman <info@soundarmada.nl> Arnhem, Netherlands - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:51:10 (EDT) Zion train is coming down let's get on board all we need is love n faith to get on board henry <h.abuya@yahoo.com> kisii, kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:51:07 (EDT) The Ras messenger willl be missed, but thursday 24 August confirmed to me that the music will continue through his son Kenyata. I was previleged to see the first show since J passed at the Jazz Cafe where I met another Ras, we had the most Glorious experience with I and members of the group. Speaking to Gambia, people were convinced that Joseph's passing was a rumour. That is the extent of the shock of losing one of Jah Messengers Rise up Ras Kenyata and do Jah work as you take on the mantle of Joseph. Rise up the band and and tfamily as you mourne and celebrate the works of the manJ Cairo j/Danjang Camara <nubian4victory@> London Uk, - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:50:13 (EDT) rth. KONATE Dramane <k_kongson@yahoo.fr> Gd-Bassam, Ivory Coast, Africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:40:38 (EDT) He was a man who taught the world, through his music, the virtues of peace, love, care for one another, humility and, above all, belted out lyrics that gave hope to the entire world. If only world peace will prevail, as was his lifetime wish. Joseph Hill your teachings and spirit shall live on forever. Jah Bless. alexndegwa <alexndegwa@yahoo.com> nairobi, kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:40:31 (EDT) joe hill 'll be a best singer.rest in peace!one love,faya's Burning! franck "fréket" Tiémélé <freket7@yahoo.fr> abidjan , côte d'ivoire(ivory coast) - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 07:24:30 (EDT) Blessings for this great man , the voice of the culture of that great band .. rest in peace you deserv it Jah Bless you rest in peace João Pedro Gonçaves <jpedrogoncalves@hotmail.com> Lisboa, Portugal - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:48:00 (EDT) Rest In Peace Brother Joseph - soldier of JAH Army "NATTY NEVER GET WEARY" I will never forget you, your message lives on some ah de wolves, some ah de sheep ; Joseph Hill was a sheep, him a go see the Shepperd JAH RASTAFARI Simon Naphtal-I <potockisimon@free.fr> DECINES, FRANCE france - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:35:29 (EDT) I am so happy to hear that Kenyatta and the band are continuing to spread the message of peace and justice. Big love and full respect, we will be strong with you. Solidarity my bredrins and sistrens Jon Berczely <jonlovestrees@excite.com> Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:27:19 (EDT) Rise Up Africa!!!Thank you Lord for the life and death of this true great son of Africa. Sir Joseph Jills was a Soldier who defended the defenceless and a warrior for peace.He was greater than Bob Marley but never accepted that title. African governments should teach Joseph Hills in History. Rest in Perfect Peace.We have lost King of Reggae.Thank you Sir Joseph Hills. You stood up for Africa and thats why you said, Jamaica is a piece of Africa. I love you..... Segbefia family,Torkornoo family,Demanya family and Nagah family Ras Ted <rootzman2020@yahoo.com> TEMA, GHANA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:18:51 (EDT) Joseph Culture Hill, all i can say is thank you for your music, thank you for the great performance on Sundance Eindhoven 2006, i'm so glad i had the chance to be there and saw you one last time. Unfortunately we will never see you again performing on stage, your music is a blessing from Jah and a inspiration for many of us. Your train has stopped now, zion gates are open wide for you and your holy resting place will be your new home. Rest in peace. My condolences to his wife, family and friends may you find the strenght to carry on without the present of this great man. Roelof <marleymania@hotmail.com> Bilzen, Belgium - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:15:02 (EDT) InI would like to thank Joseph Hill for his rich and immense 30 years of contribution to reagae music. His contribution shall not be forgotten as he left us with so many and rich songs to listen to 4 generations to come. InI thank the whole Culture group, your music has been source of inspiration to many reggae fans here in Namibia. Reggae Xplotion show on Katutura Community Radio has dedicated its shows up to the end of month entirely to Culture in memory of Joseph Hill. Thanks Culture 4 all the good music that is and will always b an inspiration to many. Jah, Jah is with Culture, you good works and deeds shall live on. JahRastafari Borro Ndungula <orrob1@yahoo.com> Wndhoek, Namibia - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:04:23 (EDT) JAH Bless & keep his soul in eternal peace JAMES MUTISYA <jms_mutisya@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 06:04:06 (EDT) "PEACE BE WITH YOU."You are the solidrock if we stand on you Never shall we sink in mud. david h.wanje <wanje05@yahoo.com> mombasa, kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:45:55 (EDT) GIVE THANKS TO JAH:IN MEMORIES BROTHER JOSEPH SAID TO THE HUMANITY PEACE AND LOVE .RASTAFARIAN BACK TO YOUR ROOTS AND UNITE,TIMES GONE AND ELDERS ARE SO TIRED OUT AND MANY'S ARE SICK IN THE COMMUNITY THIS IS THE REALITY AND ALL ARE WE HAVE LISTENING THE WORDS OF ELDERS TEACHER FROM YOUTH TO THAT TIME.TO THE FAMILY I AND I SAID NO CRY BROTHER AND SISTER HE'S WITH THE LORD SAVIOUR WHO PROMISE TO KEEP OUR SOUL IN IMMORTALITY WITH THE FATHER . BELEIVED IN TRUE DONT LET STORIES MIND ELIMINATE YOUR FAITH.TIME WILL TELL.YOUTH DONT LET TRAGEDIES OF TIME BREAK YOU DOWN IN THE CITY OF BABYLON,GIVE THANKS AND GLORY TO THE ALMITHY IGZEABER.ABABA JAH NOY.SOON COME. Wolde Tinsaye . WOLDE TINSAYE <neuf7killa@laposte.net> Paris, France - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:38:30 (EDT)  Our deepest condolances from Reggae-live.com in France. We make a special tribute here (in french) Bless Reggae Live <webmaster@reggae-live.com> Paris, France - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:11:50 (EDT) Greetings in the most high and much raspects and condolences to the Hill Family.. Seeing, hearing and DJ Mr Hills works for many years I send my peace and gratitudes to another righteous human trhat has served gods work for this Earth in these tribulent times.. Please feel free to send anything in to I to be published in the next issie of One Love Lifestyles or Natural Mystic.. By way our web sites are new and will be up in fall 2006. Much rsepects and To the Culture Bandkeep inflowing and grooving all in due time. One Love Rastafari Harold Bustamonte <onelovemedia@gmail.com> Earth, NA Earth - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:05:08 (EDT) Another piece of sad news! may the almighty JAH keep beloved brethren in the warmest of places. All those who stand for peace, love, justice, and harmony can only cry as to will ever lead the blind the same as THE LATE GREAT JOSEPH HILL did during his time pon de earth. Thank you JAH for you allowed him to live and through him, you let your massage come along. Send us another moses please. JAH helpus all. Jimmy Kainja <jimmykainja"yahoo.co.uk> london, stevenage england - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:03:01 (EDT) Another piece of sad news! may the almighty JAH keep beloved brethren in the warmest of places. All those who stand for peace, love, justice, and harmony can only cry as to will ever lead the blind the same as THE LATE GREAT JOSEPH HILL did during his time pon de earth. Thank you JAH for you allowed him to live and through him, you let your massage come along. Send us another moses please. JAH helpus all. Jimmy Kainja <jimmykainja"yahoo.co.uk> london, stevenage england - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:02:33 (EDT) Another piece of sad news! may the almighty JAH keep beloved brethren in the warmest of places. All those who stand for peace, love, justice, and harmony can only cry as to will ever lead the blind the same as THE LATE GREAT JOSEPH HILL did during his time pon de earth. Thank you JAH for you allowed him to live and through him, you let your massage come along. Send us another moses please. JAH helpus all. Jimmy Kainja <jimmykainja"yahoo.co.uk> london, stevenage england - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:01:50 (EDT) Another piece of sad news! may the almighty JAH keep beloved brethren in the warmest of places. All those who stand for peace, love, justice, and harmony can only cry as to will ever lead the blind the same as THE LATE GREAT JOSEPH HILL did during his time pon de earth. Thank you JAH for you allowed him to live and through him, you let your massage come along. Send us another moses please. JAH helpus all. Jimmy Kainja <jimmykainja"yahoo.co.uk> london, stevenage england - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 05:01:40 (EDT) to all the reggea funs it is a great loss joseph may be gone but his teaching truely will remain echoling in our minds do good to others as u would like them to do to u coz we are all passers by in this world peace love and unity is our burning torch as taught by our fallen hello.may God rest his sole in enternal peace that he so much preached amen. alfred nene <alfredk82@yahoo.com> nairobi, kenya.africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:51:44 (EDT) some say iam a rasta man iam humbele africans.we africans we will be close with jh.iam in deep pain knowing culture is no longer here.i will give on of my kind the name of joseph hill.LONG LIVE AFRICA LONG LIVE CULTURE,LONG LIVE KENYATTA,AFRIC,LONG LIVE JAMAICA,LONG LIVE RASTAFARIAN.JAH LIVE luiham <luihamu_lui> DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:48:37 (EDT) Comme la goutte de pluie qui tombe du ciel elle n'y remontera qu'après avoir mouillé le sol c'est adire accomplir sa mission.Joseph let God take you in his paradise and with the angles you will sing for his glory.Repose en paix. Kafando R Mathieu <kafandomathieu@yahoo.fr> Burkina Faso - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:43:50 (EDT) The man was indeed a prophet.The message that he brought from Jah will forever be in our hearts and we will live by the message of putting Jah first for the rest of our days. R.I.P Joseph "Culture" Hill. Jacob <mmzinyi@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:22:03 (EDT) Màximo Respeto a un grande de la mùsica reggae, procer del ghetto, referente obligado de la Cultura Rastafari. Una de las pèrdidas màs grandes en la historia musical de Jamaica. Ahora desde Mount Zion no seguira guiando y protegiendo. SU ALMA RASTA Y SU ARTE SON INMORTALES. Gracias por tantas horas de muy buen reggae roots vocal gabriel poggio <gabyska@ciudad.com.ar> mar del plata, bs as argentina - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:21:49 (EDT) Jah Bless the Hill family and Culture band during this trying time. As for us South Africans, we will always remember brother Joseph Hill's contributions towards our freedom. December 14 2000 will always your mark on my heart. Abbey Lethebe <abbey.lethebe@eskom.co.za> Johannesburg, South Africa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 04:19:30 (EDT) WE ARE FROM NARA( NUCLEO DOS AMIGOS DO REGGAE DE ANGOLA- FRIENDS OF REGGAE IN ANGOLA)WE ARE VERY SAD TO LISTEN ABOUT THE NEWS AROUND THE WORLD THE MISSING OF JOSEPH HILL WE SEND OUR MESSANGE FOR THE FAMILY JOSEPH HILL AND JAMAICAN PEOPLE RASASSA NARA <narangola@hotmail.com> Luanda, ANGOLA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:52:00 (EDT) WE ARE FROM NARA( NUCLEO DOS AMIGOS DO REGGAE DE ANGOLA- FRIENDS OF REGGAE IN ANGOLA)WE ARE VERY SAD TO LISTEN ABOUT THE NEWS AROUND THE WORLD THE MISSING OF JOSEPH HILL WE SEND OUR MESSANGE FOR THE FAMILY JOSEPH HILL AND JAMAICAN PEOPLE RASASSA NARA <narangola@hotmail.com> Luanda, ANGOLA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:51:39 (EDT) R.I.P Our African Hero! You represented our wishes and thoughts ALL your life time.We in Kenya Remember your last show here in Nairobi. JAH BLESS AND R.I.P Rono K. Maurice <kimutai78_rono@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:49:22 (EDT) One of the best if not the best Roots Reggae singer of my time. I will miss Joseph's voice and the message and good feelings he always brought on every album. A truly sad day. Respect to joseph's family and frends my sympathy's and good wishes are with you. A culture/Joesph Hill fan forever. Glenn. Glenn <glenn@isolutions.ie> Dublin, Ireland - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:47:41 (EDT) Thanx for giving us roots, culture (!) and positive vibes. Rest in Peace... Jah live! Philippe CANETTI <philippe.canetti@free.fr> MARSEILLE, FRANCE - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:42:13 (EDT) I was very shocked as everyone to hear of the sudden passing of Mr Hill.His music & his voice will forever live in my memory.When he sings with his unique voice it sends shivers down my whole body.He has done his very good work for reggae music over 3 decades & his music will live on & on.As a message singer he is up there with the very best.May he rest in peace.I am extremely sad at this time.One Love & my sincere condolences to the Culture group/band/Mr Hills wife/family/friends.Jah bless.Pinty Pinty Ricketts <don@pinty1951.freeserve.co.uk> London, England - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:18:14 (EDT) GREETINGS IN THE NAME OF THE MOST HIGH,SELASSI IANDI.DIS IS DE TIME THAT RASTAFARIAN SHOULD STAND AND GIVE RESPECT TO JH.I REMEMBER WHEN HE WAS IN KENYA.KENYATTA AND AFRIC YOU SHOULD TAKE UP THE LEAD.WE RASTAFARIAN IN TANZANIA WE ARE SHOCKED.LET THE NAME OF JAH BE PRAISED. luiham <luihamu_lui@yahoo.com> DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 03:14:56 (EDT) A HILL IN ZION JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN SAINTHOOD JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN RIGHTEOUSNESS JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN HUMBLENESS JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN TRUTHFULNESS JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN EQUALITY JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN JUSTICE JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN DEMOCRACY JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN RASTA MOVEMENT JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN AFRICAN CONSCIOUSNESS JOSEPH HILL A HILL IN ZION. RASTA. leonard muchina leiyian <leomuchina@yahoo.com> nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 02:34:57 (EDT) Your music will teach us till we come together again. Ogwang Mboya <mboya_t@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 02:30:06 (EDT) its so sad that,such a great person should die at this age.JOSEPH has alwas been my great idol in reggae business,especialy what he did for africa.For me culture was next to Brother Bob when it comes to Reggae.His Music is my favourit.Even though he is gone,his music still remains the best n I`m going to play it every day to mourn You Bro Joseph.Nough Nough respect to all Rastafarians,One Love and lets come together in Times like this to Mourn our Father,Brother and Great Ambassador.May his rest in perfect Peace.JAHHHH BLESSSSSSSSS nana owusu <foxybernardson@ web.de> oberhausen, nrw germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 02:27:47 (EDT) its so sad that,such a great person should die at this age.JOSEPH has alwas been my great idol in reggae business,especialy what he did for africa.For me culture was next to Brother Bob when it comes to Reggae.His Music is my favourit.Even though he is gone,his music still remains the best n I`m going to play it every day to mourn You Bro Joseph.Nough Nough respect to all Rastafarians,One Love and lets come together in Times like this to Mourn our Father,Brother and Great Ambassador.May his rest in perfect Peace.JAHHHH BLESSSSSSSSS nana owusu <foxybernardson@ web.de> oberhausen, nrw germany - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 02:19:23 (EDT) ......QNE BRIGHT DAY WHEN MY WORK IT OVER I WILL FLY AWAY HOME.....NUFF RESPECT JOSEPH RIP As an helder you show us di weh, as a fadda you gide our footstep, as a bredda you trod along with us .Blessed bredgeen you stand foriwa inna our harts your words will guide us and your music will ease up our pains. Thanks for all bro Culture Hill I special thought to the family & friends my sincere condoleances hold on tight ONE LOVE FORIWA SIS NJ <jahphetnj@wanadoo;fr> St-Pierre, 97200 MARTINIK FWI - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 02:14:19 (EDT) I'm so happy i had the pleasure to work with him both in the studio and live.He was one of my all time reggae artists.I always felt good when there was a stage show and he was on the bill,i would know that atleast for 45mins or a hour i would be treated to some REAL reggae music,and some great hits.His music will live on forever and ever. Barry O'Hare World-A-Muzik productions barry ohare <bohare@cwjamaica.com> ochorios, jamaica - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 01:57:40 (EDT) I was shocked and am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of another true reggae legend, Joseph Hill. I have seen Joseph Hill and Culture perform many times in Pittsburgh and I felt honored to meet him and share conversations with him after the shows. He has touched my heart deeply. One conversation with him I told him that I have "all of Culture's CD's" in my reggae collection. Joseph smiled and starting naming several Culture CD's that I never heard of (mostly imports), I was truly blessed in February 2005 to see Joseph perform at Club Belladonna in Negril. The venue was very small - I felt as if Joseph was performing in my back yard. He was spinning his favorite records, I will never forget it - His charming smile when I showed him a picture of him from a PIitsburgh show - he gave me another charming smile. He will live in my heart (and in ALL roots reggae lovers hearts) forever. Jah Blessings to Pauline. Helen Sywyj <Hsywyj@aol.com> Pittsburgh, PA USA - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 01:39:41 (EDT) Rest in Preace Brethren. To the family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Greekgyal <Greekvrumoosa@yahoo.com> Charlotte, nc usa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 00:48:54 (EDT) i feel honoured to have met joseph hill on his several stops he made to bloomington indiana, a true humble rastaman thank you for your uplifting music JAH BLESS kennedy kapima indianapolis, in usa - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 00:38:02 (EDT) Gracias JOSEPH "CULTURE" HILL por tu buena vibra y musica siempre llevando a cada rincon vibraciones positivas y mis condolencias para sus familiares.JAH BLESS and unity. Alex <chopinrasta76@yahoo.com> Añasco, PR - Saturday, August 26, 2006 at 00:17:55 (EDT) The world miss you my brother, If there is a better place I know that you are there, If not I know you will make one. Hail up brother Bob, Peter,Dennis, Garnet and sister Lueis for I & I. I will see you one day Rest in peace my brother Rest in peace. You will for ever live, Jah bless. Rattler Norman Redwood <norman.redwood@sympatico.ca> Brampton, Ontario Canada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:46:30 (EDT) "We don't want another war... We want World Peace" - J. Hill Thank You for your words. steve Bellingham, WA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:43:20 (EDT) COUPLE OF DAYS AGO I JUST FELT A THING IN ME THAT MORNING FOR LISTENING TO CULTURE MUSIC. I PLAYED ALL THE CULTURE SONGS I HAD WITH ME. WINGS OF A DOVE, GOOD THINGS,ONE STONE,WORLD PEACE AND MANY MORE. I WAS SKANKING AND DANCING TO MY SELF MAN. I GUESE THE THE SPIRIT OF HIGHERMAN, RASTAFARIA, HIS EXCELENCY JOSEPH HILLS FLOWED AMONG ALL RASTAFARIANS AND REGGAE FAN ALL OVER THE WORLD ON THE DAY OF HIS DEPARTING FROM THIS WICKED WORLD. ON BEHALF OF ALL SIERRA LEONEANS,RASTAFARIANS,HANDCART MAN,FIRECOAL MAN, SELASSIE I SOLDIER (E.T.C) WE GIVE OUR GREATEST CONDOLENCE TO THE CULTURE BAND, FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE REGGAE AMBASSADOR JOSEPH HILLS. AAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!! JAH WHY IS IT GOOD MEN HAVE TO DIE WHY? WHY NOT THE WICKED MAN? I REMEMBER WHEN CULTURE WENT TO SIERRA LEONE FOR THE FIRST TIME, I CAN STILL VISUALIZE IT WHEN HE WENT. MAN IT WAS A BIG CELEBRATION I REMEMBER THE FIRST SONG HE STEP UP WITH WAS JAH JAH SEE DEM A COME. THE WHOLE STADIUM STARTED SINGING MAN. WE CANT EVEN LET JOSEPH HILLS SING.WE WERE DOING IT FOR HIM.RASTA THE PEOPLE OF SIERRA LEONE WILL SURELY GONNA MISS U.ITS A BIG BLOW TO US. WE KNOW U ARE ALREADY IN HEAVEN SITTING AT THE RIGHTSIDE OF JAH. MAY YOUR WONDERFUL AND CLEAN SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE.I MAN CRY STAR. JAH RASTAFARIA EVER LIVING EVER FAITHFUL EVER SURE. FODAY JAMES KAMARA <alakabor2004@yahoo.com> Denton, TX USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:40:33 (EDT) The Native American community has lost a great friend. You have always been very respectful and gracious. I know I will miss hearing your voice. I am so glad that I had the chance to see you every time you came into town. My deepest condolences go out to Sister P and your family. As well as to Albert and Kenneth. The original crew! You will live in my heart forever. Fly away home to Zion!! RIP C. Piestewa <iyacyn@aol.com> Tohono O'odham Nation, AZ USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:34:40 (EDT) Jah Guide u greatest king - One Love from Portugal portaldoreggae crew Portaldoreggae.com <portaldoreggae@hotmail.com> Portugal - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:23:00 (EDT) Fly away home bredren where the ancestors await you with open arms. I loved your conscious lyrics and your unique and beautiful voice. Rest in eternal peace. Condolences to your loved ones. Pauline Graham Binder Bronx, NY USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 23:02:13 (EDT) Brother Joseph, I have listened to you so much it feels like we are close friends. You are the only artist in my collection that I can listen to ALL DAY and ALL NIGHT. Your words and music have meant so much to me and have really shaped me into the person I am today. You are a Prophet to the WORLD. You are in MT. ZION now which gives me great comfort. THANK YOU SO MUCH for you will forever live and always be in my soul. derek bruhn <inmix23@aol.com> san francisco, Ca USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 22:41:35 (EDT) WE loses another great Prophet.your lyrics will be going on Jah bless i love u father joseph hill Nabieu turay <Nabieuturay@yahoo.com> rotterdam, 3082ts holland - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 22:33:12 (EDT) FIRST AND FOREMOST JAH GIVETH JAH TAKETH LIFE IN JOE'S CASE, I'VE BEEN LISTENING TO CULTURE SINCE 1976 AND INNA FEE MI BOOK IF MARLEY WAS KING FEE REGGAE ;WELL, JOSEPH HILL WAS KING OF KINGS WITH OUT ANY ARGUMENTS THE MAN HAD THE NUMBER ONE SPIRITUAL VOICE IN REGGAE MUSIC FOLLOWED BY THE GREAT BURNING SPEAR NO DISRESPECT TO THE SPEAR BUT JOE'S VOICE AND LYRICS ARE UNTOUCHABLE HE WILL BE MISSED IN THE WORLD OF RASTA REGGAE MUSIC . ONE THING WE KNOW FOR SURE THE ANGELS ARE DANCING UPSTAIRS TO SOME HEARTICAL RUBADUB BY MUNDELL,MILLER,MARLEY,TOSH,SILK,PABLO,BROWN,UP TO THE HILL.HIMSELF MY LAST WORD TO THE RASTA REGGAE WORLD. LOVE, RESPECT AND SUPPORT THE BURNING SPEAR BUNNY WAILER, STEEL PULSE, ISRAEL VIBRATION,FREDDY MCGREGOR,BEFORE THEY LEAVE US JAH BLESS AND PROTECT ; PEACE militantbongo tookool@yahoo.com yves augustin <tookool4them@YAHOO.COM> BRONX, NY USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 22:32:48 (EDT) This news is shocking. THE LAST TIME I SAW THE LION WAS IN THE 2003 JAZZ FESTIVAL AT QUARANTINE POINT, GRENADA; EVEN THOUGH THE CROWD WAS ONLY A FEW HUNDRED, AS HE NOTED,(POOR ADVERTISMENT)THE LION AND HIS BAND PUT OUT A MAGNIFICENT SHOW WITH A MESSAGE OF HOPE TO THE GRENADIAN PEOPLE.. AS A DUB POET SHARING A SIMILAR PHILOSOPHY TO THE LION,I FEEL THE LOST OF A SOLDIER WHO HAD MY BACK. "CULTURE MAN" YOU ARE MISSED BY MANY. khalfani..author of'17 ways to liberation' khalfani curwen <kh707al-heart@hotmail.com> Grenada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 21:03:52 (EDT) This news is shocking. THE LAST TIME I SAW THE LION WAS IN THE 2003 JAZZ FESTIVAL AT QUARANTINE POINT, GRENADA; EVEN THOUGH THE CROWD WAS ONLY A FEW HUNDRED, AS HE NOTED,(POOR ADVERTISMENT)THE LION AND HIS BAND PUT OUT A MAGNIFICENT SHOW WITH A MESSAGE OF HOPE TO THE GRENADIAN PEOPLE.. AS A DUB POET SHARING A SIMILAR PHILOSOPHY TO THE LION,I FEEL THE LOST OF A SOLDIER WHO HAD MY BACK. "CULTURE MAN" YOU ARE MISSED BY MANY. khalfani..author of'17 ways to liberation' khalfani curwen <kh707al-heart@hotmail.com> Grenada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 21:03:50 (EDT) A blessing to "know" you through your music. Thank you for teaching I & I by example of how to be a true Rastaman. May the AllMighty Creator keep you in his I'verlasting embrace. I was fortunate enough to see you perform a few times in Charleston,S.C, uplifting, and a true blessing. Thanks for the roots & Culture you gave to the entire planet! One LOVE! aaron <rastagoatninja@hotmail.com> oahu, hi worl - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 20:53:12 (EDT) Look at the colour of the stones oh Jah make each and every one individually!!! Rest your soul on high and Take your place among the prophets Brother Joseph. Hugs and warmth to the family, peace love and harmony! Thanx for the music. JAH RASTAFARI! Ben Clark <budjahmon@hotmail.com> Wellington, Wellington New Zealand - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 20:16:41 (EDT) RIP brejen, may Jahs strength be upon your family ,friends and all the peace loving people.one love. sindani cosmas <sam2cos@yahoo.com> albany, ny usa - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 20:10:29 (EDT) Joseph Hll worked tiredlessly in what he was sent to do by Almighty and the time was up for him to go and Rest. It's time we give Thanx to ALMIGHTY for the Blessings we had, the one we still have and we'll continue to have when we Celebrate Joseph's life. He was Ambassador in alot of things and alot of People too. He sang for the Poor, Downpressed, War Victims and alot more who didn't have someone to deliver them speeches. We won't cry as we know that you're OUR HERO. You''l be missed in this World while we get ready to meet you Upstairs. Thanx for the work you did. Rest In Peace Brother. You're still in our Hearts Ras Twin <ras_twin2005@hotmail.com> Laurel, MD USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 19:53:41 (EDT) Joseph moves onto Zion, but his music was already there teaching us how to make babylon fall. Thanks for everything you gave us. Rest in peace Joseph Hill. Pedro Gil <jahworkx@gmail.com> Lisbon, Portugal - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 19:26:54 (EDT) Joseph came to Salt Lake City, Utah twice a year for many years and it surely became a Mecca for me and the many that attended. I will never forget him doing the herb man shuffle and rub-a-dub style. He had a way of waking us all up to the condition of the world. The last time he played in Utah I was honored to chat with him briefly and it warms my heart and grief, of my RAS brothers that have already passed on, to know that JOseph is there with those that loved him so much that have moved on. Thank you for raising the energy is such a town as Salt Lake City! Juliet <julietroots@gmail.com> Lyons, CO USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 18:56:54 (EDT) joseph was cool. Ross <roseyogita@yahoo.com> kbu, kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 18:54:26 (EDT) Jah Dear friends, brothers and family of Joseph Hill. Joseph was in the hand of god. He has planted the seeds of reggae. They are a message of love that has sprouted and bloomed in the heart of millions. Joseph will never pass away. He would have say, Do not speak ill of others, once the word is spoken you can never take it back or You reap what you sow or Justice. It was time for joseph to leave us after having done a hard and good job. god harvested him like a ripe fruit. He will be always under his protection. DrTAO <docalog@yahoo.com> Paris, France - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 18:43:31 (EDT) You brought me a new love to my life - the reggae music. i was 18 years old as i bought your cd payday. since that i love the reggae music, especially yours - culture. all my thanks to you for that big gift. i'll never forget that and always listen to your music. reggae for life! big respect! rest in peace! big man! Andy <andy-mccoy@web.de> nueremberg, germany - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 18:41:04 (EDT) Joseph you really made me start listening to reggae and it's message. I will continue listening and spread the message. Rest in peace and may Jah protect you. chris njue <cnjue@northsuffolk.org> Boston, ma u.s.a - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 17:54:42 (EDT) Now that his work is over he must fly away home. A Minstrel and a Rastaman. A self appointed and Jah anointed Rasta Ambassador. My heart felt condolences to his family and love ones. May we all find strength in the fact that Brother Joseph lives in the heart and mind of the Rastaman. Blessed Love Peter Augustine Grenada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 17:42:37 (EDT) Thanks for the memories had the pleasure to see perform.My kids was 7 and 4 then and he called them on stage together with inner circle they will never forget him they love his music.I write with tears a RAGGAE ICON has passed .May jah and his soldiers be with him. Ritchie <ritolli@yahoo.com> st george's, Grenada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 17:39:27 (EDT) sad news we a call it.may the almighty rest his soul in eternal peace edwin mayieka <rasmayie@yahoo.com> Nairobi, kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 17:27:13 (EDT) matthias sending more love and light yatta ! the sound is going around that you are doing great ! we all know its a heavy burden to represent daddy ! but his blessings shall lead your way....i sure he is proud of you holding up his torch ! greetings to albert tilly and the whole band ! keep joseph music alive ! dont stop this train... we couldnt reach to chiemensee...and im not sure if i can make it to jamaica in time ! but my thoughts are with you all...sharing the sorrow ..and feeling the pain.... natty must be strong in this gideon now...never get weary ! give thanks for this wonderful page respect !! im sure joseph is reading it and is feeling the love ...sister Pauline and all the family ! we ll keep in touch....more love matthias from germany.... matthias <fiahs@hotmail.com> - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:49:27 (EDT) If i could play God for a day,i'll strictly order "death" not to even set eye on prophets like Mr. Joseph Hill niether to lay hands on him.I saw him singing some great tunes with massive inspirational spirit & the next news i heard about him was death.My heart is trouble o'h my JAH.Give the "Hills" some peace in their hearts & us the followers of Mr. Hill as well for all of us are in deep pain.I feel no difference when grandpa passed away.JAH have mercy on ya soul & grant you your well deserved position on Mount. Zion.Till we meet again.....;REST IN PERFECT PEACE Cobson <rascobson@msn.com> London, U.K. - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:48:27 (EDT) youre music wil live on in our hearts 4 ever. Thanks positive vibrations, love the rasta way.. It was so nice for me and my daughter to have seen you on reaagea sundance, so alive and glowing. Respect and thanks for evrything you have given us. we love you. sandra creuwels <sandracreuwels@hotmail.com> maastricht, netherlands - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:48:18 (EDT) I`ll always remember that voice, those songs and the many extraordinary hats ! A great one has gone and will be sadly missed. Condolences to all. Nick Osmond <hoonaloon@ntlworld.com> Nott`m, UK - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:33:08 (EDT) IT'S VERY SAD THAT A GREAT AND RESPECTABLE IDOL IS GONE, JOSEPH HILL MAY IN REST IN PEACE. Bernice Commodore <bacommo@yahoo.com> LAUREL, MD U.S.A - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:16:09 (EDT) Still in peace where you are. Great singer, great man,the death of Jo will left a hole on my heart. Yal na yalla atè si yeurmeundème. Mami <mikajazzit2@yahoo.fr> Milan, Italy - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:12:36 (EDT) JAH HAS GIVEN AND HAS TAKEN, WHO ARE WE TO QUESTION HIM. BUT CULTURE SHALL ALWAYS BE AMONG THE LIVING. U HAVE MADE US FILL THE TRUE NATURE OF AFRICAN RIGHTS AND FREEDOM. GENERATIONS SHALL ALWAYS REMEMBER U . SAFE JOUNEY TO THE LAND OF THE DEAD. JAH BLESS MICHEAL KAKRABAH QUARSHIE <CHINGYLING2006@YAHOO.COM> ACCRA, G/R GHANA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:11:00 (EDT) To Kenyatta and the rest of the band..I was lucky enough to attend your show last night in the Jazz cafe in London, and I wanted to let you know that you all did joseph proud. The love was in the air last night, the courage of you all to get on the stage and perform made this show like nothing I had ever seen before. Kenyatta, your father sang through you last night, his wealth of experience which he has passed on to you shone bright. It was a show I will never forget until i pass from this earth. Long live culture and thankyou so much for your beautiful tribute. Joseph's legacy lives on through you. Peace and love to you all. X Phil Phil Clarke <teekay212@hotmail.com> London, United Kingdom - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:10:32 (EDT) If there would be a leader like Father Joe in every country the world would be a better place to live in. Jonas Valentinson <jonasvalentinson@yahoo.se> Lund, Sweden - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 16:02:28 (EDT) He'll be always with us '[...] dancing around Jah' throne...' RiP fi Joseph :,((( Ruff_I <ruff_i@interia.pl> Bielsko-Biala, Poland - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:55:20 (EDT) Thanks for the years of inspiration and entertainment.Thank you. Emmanuel Esuk <pokima!@yahoo.com> portland, or u.s.a - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:23:13 (EDT) I was deeply saddened to hear that Mr. Hill has passed. His music has been very influential in my life. Whenever Mr. Hill released an album he put forth words and sounds that would touch and inspire those willing to listen. I give thanks that I was able to see him in the flesh on several occasions performing the songs that we all loved. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends. Be comforted that he has gone home to Zion. One Love Pete Gareri Minneaplis, MN USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:21:40 (EDT) This if from Osei Chandler – of the Roots Musik Karamu (ETV Radio – South Carolina) – just wanting to give my condolences regarding the passing of Joseph Hill … One time, in the early 90’s, I was doing my radio program – and promoting the upcoming show at the King Street Palace featuring Joseph Hill and Culture (we probably brought them half a dozen times – maybe 8). I received a call from a Jamaican accented woman from 75 miles away in Lady’s Island SC – she wanted to know who I was to be playing “her music on de radio.” “You a Jamaican? How you know ‘bout dis ya reggae – and Joseph Hill, my neighbor from back ‘den?” I explained – “I’m from Brooklyn – we got more Jamaicans there than alla Kingston!” I invited Lorna Tappa to the show – she met Joseph backstage and they had a reunion – 4real. 3-4 years later my son took her daughter to the prom … we’ve been friends since then. Osei Terry Chandler <Oseiterry@aol.com> Charleston, SC USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:21:21 (EDT) NO STEEL OR CONCRETE CAN SEAL THE GAP LEFT BY JOSEPH HILL.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE BIG MAN.HE HAS A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.MAY HE REST IN PEACE MUSTAPHER JABIL MSUSA of 'MALAWI' <m_msusa@yahoo.co.uk> NOTTINGHAM , UK - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:17:44 (EDT) I was lucky to see them perform Live at Astoria in 2003.The memeory shall live forever and ever... Joseph Culture Hill's music shall always remind us how great he was..''two sevens clash'' is my all time favourite.One love. Peace.Jah Bless Congo Dread Congo Dread <al_jallow@yahoo.co.uk> London, England - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 15:01:25 (EDT) My deepest condolences. Never has a man touched my life, mind, and spirit in a manner so profound. I will cherish his gift of higher ground forever. God Bless Ron L. IN USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 14:36:19 (EDT) 'nuff respect to one of my favorite heroes. Mr. Hill had an enormeous influence on each good reggae-musician... We, rasta community, will miss you Joseph... May he rest in peace and eternal glory! --One Love-- Greg V. <fantanmojah@gmail.com> Antwerp, Beljam, Belgium - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 14:34:34 (EDT) I COULDN'T SLEEP ON THE LAST SATURDAY NITE WHICH WAS 18TH AUGUST,2006,WHEN I HEARD THE PASSING AWAY OF THE REGGAE GIANT "CULTURE" COZ I LUV CULTURE AND HE WILL BE REMEMBERED LYRICALLY AND MUSICALLY AND THE REASON WHY I LUV CULTURE IS THROUGH HIS STAGE PERFORMANCE COZ HE WAS 56YRS OLD BUT STILL STRONG COZ OF THE HERBS AND HIS MUSIC THAT I LIKE IS "IT IS TOO LONG IN SLAVERY AND TWO SEVENS CLASH" AND I KNOW THAT CULTURE HAS PASS AWAY TO ZION AND ON BEHALF ON ME AND THE JAH MILITANTS FROM GHANA(ESPECIALLY TAKORADI MASSIVE AND CREW) SAY DAMIRIFA DUE TO MR. CULTURE. MAY HIS PRECIOUS SOUL REST IN PEACE......DAMIRIFA DUE. EMMANUEL NKETSIAH aka. RAS TOXIC <rastoxic2005@yahoo.com> TAKORADI, Westerm Region GHANA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 14:27:41 (EDT) So long Joseph, I miss you already. You lead my favorite band ever, and recorded the first reggae album I ever bought ( International Herb) back in 82'. You must know how appreciated you were all over the world. I saw Culture play countless times and always had the most irie time, you brought wonderful vibes wherever you went. I played in the 8750 reggae band and had the opportunity to open for you all. I don't believe you new that I played reggae music and in fact asked me once "why am I always seeing you?" to which I responded "because I love you" and that, Joseph Hill, is the truth. Bridget Holvenstot <sislove1@yahoo.com> Telluride, Co - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 14:13:03 (EDT) yes joseph hill ..we love you ,you're in our heart always..your music teaches us alot in africa jah bless.. ruff splash production ruff <splashjamaica@yahoo.com> - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 14:03:48 (EDT) i have the privilege to received you in my house.this is something ill never forget in my house. don;t cry miss P THE LORD WACHING OVER YOUR HUSBAND. joseph you will be buried the same day u performed in abidjan. REST IN PEACE parker place abidjan <parkerplaceabidjan@hotmail.com> abidjan, ivory coast - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:37:34 (EDT) Blessings to his family. I am so thankful for all the times I had seen him grace the stage, and will keep those memories close. He was an incredible contribution to the message of love reggae has brought to us all. May none of us ever take for granted the oppertunity to experience the words and rhythms of such artists, we never know when they will be gone... Sarah Hill <saydee24@hotmail.com> santa cruz, CA usa - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:32:00 (EDT) R.I.P. JOSEPH!YOUR SPIRIT WILL LIVE ON! tuff <tuffgongk@yahoo.com> atlanta, ga usa - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:28:25 (EDT) I can't even begin to express the feelings I have about never being able to see Joseph Hill in concert again. News came to me from Sierra Leone from Ishaka Jumu. He sends his respect to the Hill family. Rasta....Live..... I really hope that his children will keep his music alive. Love Alexandra Alexandra <iriealex2000@yahoo.com> Vancouver, Canada - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:26:11 (EDT) We have worked with many Reggae stars but only a few can claim to be a Legend. We at Dread City will alway have fond memories of working with Joseph and touring together in Europe Regards from the crew Rommie(management),Rennie(lead Guitar),Reuben(Bass) & Zebbie (Engineer) Rommie Lickshot <rommie@dreadcity.co.uk> London, England - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:15:53 (EDT) Joseph, We always had a place for you @ S.O.B'S in New York. It was always a pleasure to see you, Pauline, and the guys. You only brought pleasure to us, and that is how we will all remember you. Larry Larry Gold <lgold@sobs.com> new york city, NY United States - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 13:00:39 (EDT) A pillar is down. A great tree has fallen Juseph your words of inspiration will always be chanted. We will proclaim it till we meet again May jah keep you in his bossom May jah bless you and console your family and all reggae lovers jah bless !!! mills william <wylliems@yahoo.com> accra, Ghana - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:54:28 (EDT) I had the priveldge to see Culture many times, including twice just in '05. Joseph was a true prophet, singing from his heart with a neverending spirit. His lyrics were uplifing, inspiring and his true roots music always had me up and dancin'! My condolcences to Ms. P and the rest of his family, his presence will be missed but Jah bless his spirit and message which will always be with us! Sean Baron Petaluma, Ca US - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:44:50 (EDT) I grew up with His and Culture's music and message. I've been waiting to see all of you live in Ostroda, Poland, but one day we'll meet, when our work is over. Good God'll bless you! Dorota Castricum <dormer@aster.pl> Warsaw, Poland - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:33:26 (EDT) One moment you are here, one not. Thanks Joe, and Culture, for helping us through our own times of trouble. Your memory, and your songs, will help me accept our loss of you. My little niece named her new kittem "Kainya"....I think from hearing this version of Marriage in Canaan she hears all the time. You will be missed and thanks for all you did for us. Johnny Redlion <jr1058@columbia.edu> New York, NY U.S.A. - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:15:04 (EDT) Joseph Hill was one of the most electrifying performers that I ever had the good fortune to share a stage with. It was a great honor for my group, Dub Is A Weapon, to perform alongside Culture on a string of shows in Virginia a few years back. Joseph was certainly one of the most gracious musicians in the hall on those nights, more then willing to sit and chat with an up and coming musician like myself. And truly, his conscious words on stage between songs were spoken in a truly eloquent style that few men can hope to equal. The world misses Joseph Hill! Dave Hahn <info@dubisaweapon.com> Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:10:18 (EDT) This is abig blow to the entire Reggae family and its real natural mystic to loose him . This man tought me a lot , and am happy with the way Jah has done it he came as aprophet and left as a prophet . REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND AND BROTHER TILL WE MEET AGAIN IN ZOIN........ AMEN ....... JAH rastafari . David paulo Mbulo <davimarleypaulo@yahoo.com> Nairobi , Kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:07:02 (EDT) May JAH bring you back for the suffering Masses. RIP BIG BORTHER Humphrey mensah <humphrey.mensah@gh.standardchartered.com> Accra, Ghana - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:06:15 (EDT) My condolences for the family of Joseph Hill my friend for a long time.. I meet Joseph and band in my city Curitiba,Brazil, since 1996,watching same Culture shows and give to him many rasta paints,Culture paints,rasta sculptures, and another gifts...In 2002 i meet Joseph and Culture for the last time,another show.... In this year i lost two great friends,Joseph Hill and Geraldo Carvalho,the reggae producer.. Rest in peace Joseph Hill.... JAH GUIDE AND PROTECT!!! João Carlos Lupion <jahlion@ibest.com.br> Curitiba, Pr Brazil - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:03:45 (EDT) MY BROTHER JUSEPH HILL WAS A TRUE TEACHER.I TOOK A PHOTO WITH HIM.WHENEVER I TOOK AT THE THE PHOTO W MY TEERS FALL.AM A REGGAE FAN.BUT I MOSTLY LISTEN TO MIGHTY CULTURE ONLY.OOOH MY BROTHER JOSEPH MAY JAH REST YOUR SOUL IN ETERNAL PEACE TILL WE MEET AGAIN IN HIS KINGDOM,I WISH KINGSTON WAS NEER,I WOULD HAVE MADE SURE I ACCORD YOUN MY LAST RESPECT.BYE MY BROTHER. SEBI <mohammed_sebi@yahoo.com> KAKAMEGA, KAKAMEGA KENYA - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 12:02:06 (EDT) THIS MUSICAL LEGEND AND FRIEND TO EVERYONE WILL BE MISSED.THE PROPHET OF THE LAND SAYS BEHOLD I COME QUICKLY,JAH PEOPLE,CAPTURE RASTA& NATTY NEVER GET WEARY. JAH BLESS,PROPHET RIDES AGAIN PAUL WILLIAMSON <PLOT25@SUPANET.COM> NORTHWICH, UNITED KINGDOM - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:55:12 (EDT) I received the sad news from my brother Boyle which left me shocked for several hoursh. This is a big blow to reggae fans and reggae music fraternity at large lose such a motivated artist and teacher. Hills was a great musician who made I and I to know and accept reggae as a true conscious music. I will miss him greatly and to honour him most am looking foward to get hooked up to a girl from Jamica and together we shall have a son whom we'll name Hills. May the almighty Father above rest his soul in eternal life. Dennis Young <dennisculyoung@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:40:43 (EDT) nothing is what it seems great respect towards Mr HILL You will always be my nr one and You will live on in my heart forever trough YOUR WONDERFULL MUSIC REST IN PEACE julie <julie@mobistarmail.be> MOL, ANTWERP BELGIUM - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:34:31 (EDT) Sending out LOVE & RASpect to a man many knew as Culture "MR. JOSEPH HILL". I feel so blessed, & honored to have met such a wonderful, spiritual & mistical man. He may not be with us in the physical, but he will be forever here in the spiritual. I cried for you once, but it wont happen again because any time that I listen to your music, it brings a smile to my face & mind because it takes me back to the times when i saw him perform. Mr. Joseph "CULTURE" Hill - thank you so much for comming in to my life. Rastafari trod on. Empress Shamalyi SHAMALYI <SHAMALYI@HOTMAIL.COM> BROOKLYN, NY U.S - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:34:04 (EDT) Hosszú utadon kísérjen nyugalom.IRIE.Abraham Amon from Hungary/Europe Abraham Amon <RIFF7777@hotmail.com> GYOER, HUNGARY/EUROPE - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:26:54 (EDT) O death ooo death! Why have you forsaken me. I can't hold my tears for such an inspirational hero who inspires the weak to be strong in jah. Africa has lost another great one. Culture still lives and Joseph Hills will always be remembered by all. Jah alone knows the hour of mankind so we say praise Jah for the Soul of brother Hills. I sincerely send my condolence to the Hills family and Culture for the deep lost. May Jah keep Our brother at Mt Zion where he always wish to be "a slice of mt Zion is for I". Jah Rastafari! Peace and love to Jamaica. Samuel Affel Bedu <sammybedu@yahoo.com> Accra, Ghana - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:24:37 (EDT) Be blessed... You've been a great inspiration for so many people, young and old. Your voice remains and, through your music, your soul will outlive your body, may it console your family, friends, and admirers...rip. tOma-in-the-East Paris / London, - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:20:27 (EDT) rest in peace.spirituall we are one.may your fine tune be remembered by the generation to come.thanks wachira daniel <danjuli83@yahoo.com> nyahururu, kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:20:09 (EDT) Joseph hill music was inspiring to many and i know his legacy wii live forever EDWIN <edmacha@yahoo.com> limuru, kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:16:44 (EDT) Babylon has taken away from JAH people another prophet - Joseph "Culture" Hill. How long are I&I going to sit down as they rob us of our Spiritual, Social & Political redeemers. "We know who we are now. It's time for JAH people to 'fight' this Armageddon" CULTURE has been my inspiration right from my teens. Got more inspirations & strength from CULTUREs' songs especially during my high school days -don't pass a day without listening to CULTURE. Since I've always siezed every opportunity, either in Ghana or in Europe to see CULTURE in concert. Icould'nt believe me eyes when I first saw Joseph 'CULTURE' Hill at London in 1992. I find myself each time at CULTUREs' concert in a different plane ( a trancedential progression). I just love to listen and move 'in the spirit' to CULTUREs' inspirational & redemption messages. It's so sudden, sad & sorrowful that Joseph 'CULTURE' Hill is no more. I rightly believe that his humble & righteous soul & spirit has been taken away from us by the Lord of Lords, King of Kings, His Imperial Majesty JAH Rastafari. Joseph is Resting In Peace at Mt. ZION - Allalujah where "there is no night there". In this period of "tribal war" Joseph will intercede for "World Peace" On my own, & on behalf of the Ghanaian reggae lovers in Toulouse express our deepest sympathy & condolence to the Hill family, especially Kenyatta, the remaining members of CULTURE (Albert & Telford) and the Forces of Justices band. JAH JAH JEHOVAH GUIDANCE !!! MOZATO <sabakonor@wanadoo.fr> Toulouse, FRANCE - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:16:25 (EDT) i am a reggae listener and a true fan of mr joseph hills may his soul rest in perfect peace he has fight the good fight for black people.i know a slice of mount zion is for him.to his family i say keepa faith its jah call he must answer. alhaji sankoh aka busta flex <alhajisankoh1@yahoo.com> free town, sierra leone - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:15:05 (EDT) Joseph RIP. This man was a prophet send by Jah to spread peace to the whole world.Joseph we celebrate ur life and ur music will be a life like Bob and peter tosh to name a few. joshua nzomo silla <kassenzomo@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya, africa Kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:11:40 (EDT) Joseph RIP. This man was a prophet send by Jah to spread peace to the whole world.Joseph we celebrate ur life and ur music will be a life like Bob and peter tosh to name a few. joshua nzomo silla <kassenzomo@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya, africa ke - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:11:20 (EDT) Joseph RIP. This man was a prophet send by Jah to spread peace to the whole world.Joseph we celebrate ur life and ur music will be a life like Bob and peter tosh to name a few. joshua nzomo silla <kassenzomo@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya, ke - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:08:42 (EDT) Hi loss my father he so great,may your soul rest in peace.Hi will always love u and remember u father joseph hill Jay guide u peace bless and form your son Nabieu turay <Nabieuturay@yahoo.com> rotterdam, 3082ts holland - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 11:05:11 (EDT) I am saddened by the death of brother Joseph who I saw as one of the living legends. Anyway we take consolation in hoping that he is resting in the bosom of the almighty with brother Marley. Hopefully, we shall meet again in glory. Death is inevitable and comes when it has to come. May the almighty keep the soul of brother Joseph Hill in his kingdom. I also have the hope that by the time our hour is due we shall meet him in Heaven and dance to his good and inspirational muzic. William Debordes-Yorke <wildebordes@yahoo.co.uk> Accra, Ghana - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:58:03 (EDT) YOUR WORDS WILL REMAIN AS LONG AS THE WORLD WILL EXIST BROTHER JO.PEOPLE HERE IN africa KNOW ABOUT YOR TALENT.WE AFRICANS KNOW THAT YOU ARE OURS BECAUSE YOU ALWAYS CLAIM YOR "AFRICANITY".rest in peace "humble african" because the "pay days" are to come pretty soon.the "dove" has gone to the peaceful hills.let jah be praised. GOH BERTIN <GOHBERTH@CARAMAIL.COM> ABIDJAN, IVORY COST - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:48:44 (EDT) I sooo wish I could attend the funeral - Please know that even tho I am not there in person - My thoughts and prayers are with all of you... One Luv! Maureen Miniter <m_miniter@hotmail.com> Long Island, NY US - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:46:31 (EDT) Death is inevitable so let us all pray that the good Lord will send his angles to meet him on his way. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen God bless you all. Cheers Evelyn Evelyn Osei-Kuffour <evelynkuffour@yahoo.co.uk> Kenyasi B/A, Suyani Ghana - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:41:35 (EDT) we lose ours big father and our hero, we always remember u big father joseph hill,may your soul rest in perfect peace,JAy bless u Nabieu turay <Nabieuturay@yahoo.com> rotterdam, 3082ts holland - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:38:58 (EDT) Daddy Hill,you never wanted to be left out of ZION GATE, but i think you just went so quick and abrupt-You left your children with nuff message through your songs,but since the day i hard of the sad news,i learnt a new song deep in my soul cry ``WHY DADDY THE MIGHTY CULTURE HILL?But its only your flash thats gone-your spirit will live on forevere-Ebrahim Legidison maicaja <maicaja2005@hotmail.com> Denmark - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:38:54 (EDT) I Am An Ardent Roots And Culture Fan, Am Also A Reggae Collector Since 1988, My Dream,Is To Hear All Of Joseph Hill & Culture Discography, Let's Remember, Where The Tree Falls... Hills & Culture's Perfomances In Kenya,Were Least To Say Legendary Jah Guide, One A We, World Peace. One A We Gilly <gillyirie@yahoo.com> Nairobi, Kenya Kenya - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:35:16 (EDT) I feel I have lost a close family member. Joseph Hill was and is Roots Reggae. I met him in 1990 and 1991 at Graffiti in Pittsburgh, PA. He was so gracious. Since 1990 a picture taken of him and me has always had a place of honor in my home. I am devastated. I never just heard his music; I felt it! My condolences to all his family, band members and friends. He will never be gone. Roni Cothron <rcothron@hotmail.com> Pittsburgh, PA US - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:34:13 (EDT)  Can't get this bloody water to leave my eyes.Go with Jah Joseph we have lost a leader..oh why so soon Jah?Nuff respect to the family and know he was loved by all for his kindness and compasion. Where are all the Rastaman That used to be down here in Babylon Where are all the Rastaman That used to beat their drums oh yeah Where are all the Rastaman That even used to till the soil And preach to us for awhile Down here in Babylon Where are all the Rastaman That used to walk the woods And have a little talk now and then Even as we should oh yeah Where are all the Rastaman That used to build our schools And teach the children rights Down here in Babylon And teach the children rights Down here in Babylon Where are all the Rastaman That used to stand upright With their staff in their hands Preaching to the leaders Where are all the Rastaman That used to till the soil And feed our nation Lord Down here in Babylon And teach the children rights Down here in Babylon And lead our nation Lord Down here in Babylon ROODOG <trenchtownradical@hotmail.com> Fremantle, WA Australia - Friday, August 25, 2006 at 10:25:05 (EDT) |