A Book of Tributes To Joseph "Culture" Hill

A Book of Tributes to Joseph "Culture" Hill

The posts below are from the friends, fans and extended family of Joseph Hill

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JOSEPH “CULTURE" HILL IS FLYING WITH THE ANGELS - BY LAUREN DRUMMOND

My condolences to the entire Joseph Hill family,remaining members of the Culture group and reggae fans. We will always remember Joseph Hill. The music and messages of Joseph Hill and Culture will always live on. Long live Culture !!!
Lawrence <l_amimo@yahoo.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 23:51:37 (EDT)

MR. JOSEPH HILL {CULTURE}MAY JAH ALMIGHTY GRANT YOU THE REST YOU DESERVE,AND ALSO PROTECT THE FAMILY YOU LEFT BEHIND.Culture's music as he once said was not for dollar, but for brother.He was a great influence in my life so much so that my friends and I had to form a group called TRINITY. According TRINITY Mr. Hill was the spiritual father of EBOW SEY of blessed memory, Ebow Sey, was the spiritual father of MIGGY LECKZIS of Cape Coast,and Leckzis is the father of EBOW TSIKTSA who later became the leader of the group.Mr. Hill left behind millions of great grand children through his good works.We the reggae loving take consolation in the legacy he left behind.{NATTY NEVER GET WEARY}Rasta neva dies. Mr Hill has travelled to enjoy his good works in ZION.
EBOW TSIKTSA <etsiktsa@yahoo.com>
BRONX, NY USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 22:53:44 (EDT)

It's with deep sorry and heavy heart to accept the news of the sudden departure of one of the greatest Messengers of all times. Brother Joseph "Culture" Hill has inspired us, he changed our lives and his message made this world a better place. Even though I continue to ask "Why Him Oh Lord" as I cannot imagined why the Lord has recalled him so soon, I believe the Lord loves his best. His work and his message would forever live with us. We will forever miss him. May the Lord grant Brother Joseph Hill a Perfect Rest. CNN
Charles N. Nkansah <nkansahc@yahoo.com>
Montreal, QC Canada - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 22:13:39 (EDT)

I TRIED AND I TRIED AND I TRIED TO UNDERSTAND GOOD NIGHT MY BROTHER
FABIO FUMAGALLI
CREMA, CR ITALY - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 21:09:05 (EDT)

Twas a great honour growin up listenin to ya Ital lyrics n vibes. That melodious voice drilled da message home PUPA. You were one of a kind! Forever in our hearts till we meet in ZION. JAH Bless. RIP BIG BROTHA.
Solomon Macharia <somagikk@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA US - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 20:46:17 (EDT)

Greeting in the name of 'JAH'Rastafari! It's an honor and priviledge to live in this wonderful age and the opportunity to read, listen, watch and greet a great ambassador of Reggae music Prophet Joseph 'culture' Hill. Mr. Hill, I personally want to Salute for the inspiration and hope you bestowed in my life. As I sit here to write my tribute in sorrow and tears,I rejoice with all the millions around the world who are celebrating your life. I will have a funeral here in Atlanta, GA for you and as you forward on to mount zion to see JAH pretty face, I say 'Thank you' for dying for what you believed and lived for. As you depart, may JAH keep you and we will keep your music till we meet again in mount Zion. JAH......RASTAFARI!
Frank Asante <fatl1000@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 19:24:50 (EDT)

This great yet humble man LOVED ALL THE CHILDREN of this world,and did his best everyday of his life to protect and shield the oppressed and downtrodden.Now that he is gone it is up to ALL of us to continue to fufill his work...PREPARE HE THE WAY FOR JAH PEOPLE!!!!RIP NYAHBINGI RIP.
JAH GUIDE
- Monday, September 04, 2006 at 19:18:03 (EDT)

Thank you Mr.Joseph Hill and thank you Culture. Strenghth !!! Robert
Robert Curiel <thedubcellar@chello.nl>
Amsterdam, Netherlands - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 18:56:37 (EDT)

god as bless u with a great talant may your soul RIP you wil be sadly miss
Mark Anthony Grant <mark_grant@jmmb.com>
kingston, jamaica - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 18:42:20 (EDT)

Growing up in the streets of Accra (Ghana)...all I heard on the sound system was reggea...One of the icons was Mr Joseph Hill. His lyrics has been the light of my life and to 1000's...I tresure my collection of his music ... Culture may your soul rest in the hand sof Jah!
Fuseini Issah <ifuseini@yahoo.com>
London, UK - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 18:22:35 (EDT)

I AM VERY SAD TO HEAR THAT JOSEPH HILL HAS PASSED AWAY.I WAS ONLY PLAYING SOME CULTURE MATERIAL THIS EVENING WHEN I READ THE NEWS ON THE NET.CULTURE ARE MY FAVOURITE ROOTS BAND.I AM THIRTY TWO YEARS OLD AND IT'S ONLY BEEN IN THE LAST SIX YEARS THAT I HAVE REALLY GOT IN TO RASTAFARI AND JOSEPH HILL AND HIS MUSIC WAS A MAJOR INFLUENCE IN ME GETTING INTO THE FAITH AND CULTURE OF RASTAFARI.MAY JAH KEEP YOU IN PEACE IN DEATH AS YOU KEPT US IN PEACE IN LIFE.PEACE AND LOVE JAH RASTAFARI.AARON PAUL FRANCO ROSSINI
Aaron Paul Franco Rossini <rossinipalermo@aol.com>
Kent, England - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 16:19:34 (EDT)

A HUGE tree has fallen. Culture has gone home .The world has lost one of its beloved sons of music. He will also live on in our hearts and minds through his music. Jah gives and Jah takes. Praise be his name. Selassie Ahorlu
Ahorlu Selassie <a_selassie@hotmail.com>
Los Angeles, Ca United States - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 15:12:42 (EDT)

The most original reggae singer I have ever heard. I am so glad that I saw him perform at the world unity tour in Toronto a few years ago. He will be greatly missed by myself and my friends. Peter H.
Peter C. Hendershot <pch.shot@yahoo.ca>
Toronto, ON Canada - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 14:15:36 (EDT)

Hills, Your departure has created an unfillable vacuum in the world of wisdom but you have made your mark, a mark that perhaps is the greatest ever. You will always be remembered by those of us who have immensely benefited from your preaching of wisdom. My heart is torn apart by your unannounced departure but you came as a messiah sent by Jah. Your missioned is accomplished and you have returned to your maker. I am sad but take consolation in the fact you are in zion with the maker. Hero!!! rest in perfect peace. Bye bye.
ALAAZI DOMINIC AKANAGAAMKUM <alaazi2001@yahoo.co.uk>
Accra, Ghana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 14:13:54 (EDT)

Rootical,Ratical,Giangagan.Greetings in the name of the most high,the prince of peace,ever fearful, ever living jaaaaaaaah raaastafa i.Joehill,since honest men like you had appeared learned men were no where to be found.your music satisfies us when we are down.We know and jah know that beyond the grave life,amen.
benjamin kwesi sam <benjimsk@yahoo.com>
KUMASI, A/R GHANA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 13:57:14 (EDT)

Jah blessed me with the honor of driving Joseph around Boulder one afternoon 17 years ago - he was the sweetest and most humble man I have ever had the privilege of meeting. My 3 year old daughter Jahmila was with me and I will always treasure the memory of Joseph and Jahmila skipping down the side-walk hand in hand. I can't find the right words to express how important Culture's music is to me and the world and how much Joseph will be missed. Jah guide and protect his family
karen <irie0723@aol.com>
sunrise, fl usa - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 13:44:16 (EDT)

Joe Hill being the conscious, humble and wise-elder that he was, he surely has inspired multitudes and unreplaceable for ever he shall be. My deepest condolences to the Hill family and the Rastafari Brethren universally. MAY YOUR HUMBLE SOUL REST IN PEACE Bredren!Everlasting Love and Compassion in Jah-Name. JAH-BLESS
maikano mpho tadiwa maikano <hugememory@gmail.com>
Gaborone , Botswana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 12:58:50 (EDT)

we've spent the last 20 years being inspired by you Joseph. your music and message brought us much joy. peace and blessings to your family and band
dawn Hester
- Monday, September 04, 2006 at 12:47:04 (EDT)

we all love you and goona miss you but your songs shall live forever. rest in perfect peace
rachael <tiokorr2@yahoo.co.uk>
Accra, Ghana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:54:52 (EDT)

Though Joseph Hill is gone , his music will live for ever. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE
Shadreck Chitsonga <shadreck1@hotmail>
Athens, GA USA - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:46:43 (EDT)

As you love Sierra Leone my beloved Country, myself and THE ENTIRE COUNTRY will ever remain to remember you. May your soul rest in perfect peace.
M'baytoka Aiah Lebbie <malebbie@yahoo.co.uk>
London, Camberwell UK - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:28:08 (EDT)

Joseph Hill was a big brother. A great loss indeed. May his Soul rest in peace. Jah Live!
Alfred PHIRI <alfreddaudi@yahoo.co.uk>
London, England - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:20:49 (EDT)

Blessed Rasta For All His Message for the youth.
jefferson mutua <mutuainc @yahoo.co.uk>
nairobi, - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:08:40 (EDT)

GIVE THANKS AND PRAISES. AZANIAN YOUTH WOULD ALWAYS REMEMBER RAS JOSEPH WITH HIS MELODIOUS VOICE OF PEACE AND LOVE,LIBERATION AND PROSPERITY... MAY DE SPIRIT,SOUL AND BODY OF THE I DWELL WITHIN THE SONS AND DAWTAS OF THE JAHMEEK AND DE WORLD AS A WHOLE. BACK TO INI INNA AZANIA "HOME TO MY(INI) ROOTS CONCERT 2000) WILL BE OUR MEMEORY FORIVER AND IVER. ISES UNTO H.I.M. JAH LIVE !!! JAH NO DEAD!!! AFRIKA UNITE RAS GIDEON "ROYAL FORCE" SIPHO WA MANTULA HAPPY ITHIOPAN NEW YEAR ITHIOPA MILLINIEUM HERE WE COME
Ras gideon sipho wa mantula <raassipho1@hotmail.com>
mafikeng, South Afrika/Azania - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 11:07:17 (EDT)

am deeply hurt by the demise of a great teacher, philanthropist, pacifist, equal rights crusader and prophet. he kept me hoping, with his inspirational music and messages. may the Almighty Jah rest him in good a place alongside Malcom X, Marcus Garvey, Kenyatta and Martin Luther King Jnr.
andrews mulwa <st.andrews27@yahoo.com>
nairobi, n/a kenya - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 10:55:53 (EDT)

So sad to hear that another legend of our music has gone. Joseph Hill's music was a great inspiration, and aiways sound good to the ear,your lyrics will live on in our hearts. You have brought joy and happiness to africans and the world as a whole and you have brought upliftment every time we had the privilege to listened to your music.in fact you're really a humble african You have made the world a better place. May your soul rest in perfect peace
Harry Kwapong <kwakukwapong@yahoo.com>
Accra, greater Ghana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 10:08:03 (EDT)

rest in peace 4ever
sean <seanadonohue31@hotmail.co.uk>
london, england - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 09:57:15 (EDT)

Culture's music was an inspiration to me when I was growing up as a youth. His music lifted me up when I was down, it guided me like a shephered when I went astray. His music kept me away from unrighteouness and iniquity workers. As a humble african, I wish I have wings of a dove so that I can fly to him and be at rest. Through Joseph, I understood the meaning of RASTA (Righteous Africa Stands Tall alone.)May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Philip Atsu <philipatsu>
madina, accra ghana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 09:24:47 (EDT)

It's always sad when Rastafari looses a living legend. Somehow tributes are always made to those who have passed on. Nothing wrong with that but I am sure ones like Mr. Hill would have also appreciated such while alive. May he stay in peaace
Sensiluv <renelton@hotmail.com>
Bridgetown, Barbados - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 09:06:47 (EDT)

We must be grateful that Jah gave us someone to carry the torch in the ever gloomy corridors of babylon.Joseph Hill will only die if we don't live to his words.Jah knows all things best.
mweneni <onheleiwa@yahoo.com>
windhoek -Namibia, Namibia - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 09:00:35 (EDT)

Thank you Joseph for all the love you spread all over the world. You are a soldier for Peace Love and Justice. Forever.
High Ficial <bouddhasticks@caramail.com>
Yvetot, 76 France - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 08:28:10 (EDT)

Hear comes another big blow to the Reggae fraternity! Why Jah, Why Joseph "Culture" Hills this time around. I got to know about this great Rastaman's death thru a gud friend of mine (Aaron) when we were in one of the remotest villages on a Wedding (Come-together) function in Mazabuka 4 another gud friend of mine (Mooya). At first i couldn’t believe it as i thought it was just a hoax. Just this morning when i sat on my desk & logged on to the Culture website - http://www.cyberus.ca/~jdooley/index.htm, i almost fainted. Headline: Joseph "Culture" Hill dies. I screamed innerly to the amusement of my office mates.............whaaaaaatttttt? Oh God why Joseph Hill? Ohooo, it’s really a big loss for us staunch reggae fans (In Zambia).His album 2 7's clash, will never stop to teach me something. He was indeed a great Man of the times. I will surely break on the news to my gud reggae friends & brothers in Zambia (Abel – Farai, Wilson – PJ, Phinias – King Finago (Bro), Frederick – Frego (Bro), Michael – Lulu, Dennis – D-Man, Whitney – Mwaaba, Bob – Shamwali (ina India currently & many more in & out of dis country. My personal deepest & sincerest condolences to Pauline (wife), Kenyatta (Son), Telford Nelson (Culture & Band mate), Albert Walker (Culture, Band mate & Cousin) & lastly indeed to the Reggae Icons, Fans, Revelers etc. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Jah Guide n Protect I n I. Jah, Rastafarai.................
Ernest Gondwe <nestah@blackplanet.com>
Lusaka, LSK Zambia - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 08:06:29 (EDT)

I got to know reaggea through joseph in a very fulfiling way his passing was indeed very painfull. But he shall live in my heart and i shall tell everyone around me about his message and the rastafari values everyday of my life. My deepest condolence to Pauline, Kenyatta and all his funs. jogacho.
joshua ogacho <jpeaq@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 07:04:50 (EDT)

What an inspiration through reggae music, you've been to the world! We will miss your messages and uplifting music. May the Lord Jesus grant your soul perfect rest. Jah bless!!!
Edwin Smith <edbens2000@yahoo.com>
London, United Kingdom - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 07:02:09 (EDT)

Joseph Hill,inspirator of conciousness at the height of the Zimbabwean liberation stuggle 1978/80(music played in the bush).The one who perfomed all night (12hours) in Harare till the police had to pull him off stage.The Man of wise words and real rhythm.You are a legend.Forever Jah Rastafarian!!Rest in peace.
Ben Muza <benmuza@yahoo.com>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 06:39:59 (EDT)

you have gone.but your soul will remain in sierra leone.may your soul rest in peace.please print this and put it beside the grave for all sierra leonean.REMEMBER MAN!!REMEMBER MAN AS YOU PASS BY,AS YOU ARE,SO I WAS.AS I AM,SO YOU SHALL BE.SO REMEMBER DEATH AND PRAY FOR LONG LIFE.now BOB has gone,YOU have follow to help save us.who is our next prohet here????????????
john(JAY JAY) <john.banks183@ntlworld.com>
london, ENGLAND - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 06:34:50 (EDT)

One Love Joseph Hill, One Love Culture! Devastated by hearing this terrible news. Culture has always been my favourite group. "Fight down war and crime, and built up righteousness", we'll have to do it without him. But his spirit will live on. Peace & Love Friso
Friso <friso.noe@planet.nl>
Rotterdam, Holland - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 06:25:45 (EDT)

sudden death it was to all rastafari.rest in peace.
thomas <thommondi@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 06:22:24 (EDT)

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Friso <friso.noe@planet.nl>
Rotterdam, Hplland - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 06:16:24 (EDT)

rest in peace
forster kusorgbor <fokordor@yahoo.com>
accra, ghana - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 03:08:26 (EDT)

iam very sad for the death of jose hill. i know him through his music. i got alot of teachings from his music thats why i liked him.its great sorrow for me and other reggae fans to lost him. may he rest in peace my condolence.
pascal mabagala <nattypascal@hotmail.com>
zanzibar, tanzania - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 02:26:05 (EDT)

I was truely shocked on getting the news that another one of our legends has passed.Joe Hill was ateacher and a mentor.I just want to encourage the rest of his family to take heart in this time of mourning.His music will continue pumping even though he is gone.May the Almighty Jah rest his soul in PEACE.
Gerald Wagana <gwagana@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 01:17:35 (EDT)

JOSEPH (CULTURE) HILL WILL BE MISSED FROM THE MUSIC SCENE. JOSEPH HILL CONTRIBUTED HIS TALENT TO REGGAE MUSIC AND HIS LEGEGACY WILL LIVE ON.....PEACE!
KEITH POPPIN
- Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 22:30:51 (EDT)

TO THE WORLD,HE MADE IT ONE AND IN MUSIC HE MADE US TOGETHER. AS FOR HIS MUSIC IT WAS PEACE AND FOR HIS VISION EQUAL RIGHT AND JUSTICE FOR EVERY MANKIND.HON. FATHER JOSEPH HILL WAS THE FIRST REGGAE MUSICIAN TO EVER GONE BACK HOME,BECAUSE HE KNOWS IT WAS TIME TO COME HOME .THE FIRST HE PLAYED IT WAS IN FRONT OF ALMOST 80K. PEOPLE AND HE AWS GIVEN A HOME COMING TRIBUTE BY THE GOVVERNMENT OF SIERRA LEONE.HE WAS THE OF FATHER TRUTH AND HONNESTY AND HE SPIRIT SHALL LIVE FOR EVER.YOUR WORK HAS BEEN DONE BUT YOUR VISION SHALL LIVE. THANK YOU (HONORABLE FATHER JOSEPH HILL). GOOD BY
FODE A. MAREGA <WWW.FOMARE8@AOL.COL>
BRONX, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 21:57:38 (EDT)

Thank you again Joseph Hill. Enjoy another photo from Cultures' performance at the Seabreeze Festival in Long Beach, Ca, on July 23, 2006. Click on name J.A.
judith Anderson <jjaphoto@cox.net>
San Juan capistrano, CA United States - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 19:50:09 (EDT)

You have gone home to the place that want you back, you were loan to us briefly, what contribution to build a better world what inspiration to us Afrikan people in the quest for liberation redemption and Afrikan conciousness. you will always be in my heart untill we meet again in the Afrikan Garden called heaven. one love, "you are superior to many and inferior to None" Noel
Noel Morgan <bols15@yahoo.com>
Irvington, NJ USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 19:31:05 (EDT)

To Joseph Hill: Thank you, for your lifetime of rightous roots poetry. You are a master performer, artist, and storyteller. These images are from Culture's last US performance at the Seabreeze festival in Long Beach, CA., July 23, 2006 One Love, Judith Anderson
judith Anderson <jjaphoto@cox.net>
san Juan capistrano, CA United States - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 19:09:17 (EDT)

Joseph, you are physically gone but your name will live on. May your soul rest in peace.
Eric
- Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 17:17:18 (EDT)

THERE IS NO WORD TO ERPRESS THE WAY FEEL.I NEVER STOP CRYING FROM THE DAY I HEARD THE NEWS,FATHER CULTURE WILL BE SURLY MISS BY THE WORLD ESPECIALLY BY SIERRA LEONE.I AM A SIERRA LEONEAN,I STARTED LISTING TO CULTURE WHEN I WAS 15YEARS OF AGE,AND I AM NOW 34YEARS OLD.TO THE CULTURE FAMILY MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU.I WILL MISS FATHER VERY VERY VERY MUCH,I WILL NEVER BE LOOKING TO GO TO ANOTHER SHOW AGAIN.MAY IS SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE SEE YOU IN HEAVEN.JAH RASTAFARI.LOVE VERY MUCH STILL CRYING FOR YOU.
">hassan sabrah <saptieu@aol.co.uk>
london, united kingdom - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 17:06:34 (EDT)

jah bless!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! no words caan describe brother hill!! r.i.p
joseph mwes <mwes8@hotmail.com>
valletta, malta - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 17:04:23 (EDT)

RAS Joseph Hill your words of wisdom will always be here with us, we shall never forget you, therefore, very grateful for your legacy, bless ya!
Didier Kayembe Mpia aka duke <unionetnika@hotmail.com>
Madrid, Spain - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 16:46:24 (EDT)

Sincere condolances to Pauline,Kenyatta,All the Hill family, Albert, Tilly,Robin,Steve and all the Band. Joseph was a great friend and warrior and I and all the Rest will miss his presence. He is like Bob,coming fresh and strong with each work and I know his legecy will grow much greater with time.
David Turano <daveydread@yahoo.com>
Westerly, RI USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 16:38:36 (EDT)

InI know dat brother JOSEPH'S words will always linger deep within my soul like old Marcus. I want to seh dis wil always miss & HIM wil not leave u out of "ZOIN GATE" when u de say HI to brother BOB,PETER,JACOB,DENNIS AND ALL DE OTHERS RASAFARI........... SELAH!
siyabulela samela <haile12000@yahoo.com>
durban, kzn south africa - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 16:36:06 (EDT)

I n I know: Idrens and Sitrens of di Most High Jah never die cah Rasta live from Iternity to Iternity. Culture nah dead, him spirit still with the children of Zion; and him music still here and it continue di work which This Son of Moses now is doing amongst Idrens in spirit. Till Zion soon come, Rastafari Haile Selassie I, King of kings and Lord of Lords, Christ in flesh pon di face of di earth in His Kingly manner keep di fire a blaze inna di heart and soul of the rest of HIM children:(JAH NATION) still working on di earth. Bredrin Culture, a true son of Moses now watch us from Zion, so Bredrin, and Sistren, Rejoice cah Joseph "Culture" Hill nah dead, him just with The Most High Jah Rastafari till Zion soon come. Hail RasTafari.
Bwari <jahdautta@yahoo.com>
Kansas City, MO USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 16:12:07 (EDT)

Jah now best
Ghurny Susana <ghunysusana@hotmail.com>
tiel, Nederland - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 15:49:57 (EDT)

rasta never dies,the honourable is asleep but not dead,the lips of teacher joe has made we africans know who we are what we must do to survive in this world.may hi soul rest in perfect peace
abbey solomon <ibongogh@yahoo.com>
kumasi, ghana - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 15:27:04 (EDT)

we will miss you R.I.P one love!!
levi <duttylife2004@yahoo.com>
los angles, ca los angeles - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 14:08:33 (EDT)

Im so sorry... Take care Black Steel. your Wanda. See You soon my love.
Wanda <amber1317@wp.pl>
London, UK - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 14:05:03 (EDT)

THIS IS A GREAT LOSS TO ALL PEACE LOVING PEOPLE. PEOPLE WHO ARE NOT AFRAID TO SAY THEIR MINDS OUT! MY WISHES AND DEAMS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THAT ONE DAY JOSEPH 'CULTURE' HILL'S WOULD COME TO BOTSWANA...NOW THIS!! I'VE BEEN WAITING TO ATTEND MY FIRST FESTIVAL EVER,BUT JAH KNOWS WHY....JAH BLESS THE HILL FAMILY......RAS GHISTO
col-ghisto <colghisto@yahoo.com>
gaborone, botswana - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 13:07:40 (EDT)

Natty never got weary and your love shined brighter, I know that a slice of Mount Zion belongs to you. Peace and blessings to the Hill family and to all the fans and admirers of Joseph Hill. The whole world mourns you. LOVE
Kwesi Asante <kandadread@yahoo.com>
Jersey City, NJ USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 13:05:31 (EDT)

The man who rocked reggae says no to the microphone.Joseph Hill otherwise known as Culture in the reggae circle .Yes you proved yourself to the whole world.The whole world is going to miss you as well as all reggae funs.To me Rastaman die not.Continue the good work in his kingdom.
EBENEZER TEYE <nenebiteye@yahoo.com>
sekondi, Ghana - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 12:49:23 (EDT)

J'ai écouté dans ma vie plusieurs chanteur louer l'éternel Jah de leur voix. Mais la voix, celle de joseph culture Hill est indéniablement l'une des meilleurs que Jah est donné au monde. REPOSE EN PAIX L'ARTISTE. ET QUE LUI SEUL CONSOLE LES CANTIQUES QUE TU AS CHANTE A TRAVERS LE MONDE ENTIER.
AKA Damoh N'guessan <damohnguessa@yahoo.fr>
Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 11:48:25 (EDT)

I HAVE BEEN DREAMING AND WAITING FOR THE DAY WHEN I WILL MEET BROTHER JOSEPH HILL FACE TO FACE BUT HERE I AM,THAT DAY IS GONE.THIS IS THE MAN WHO HAD DONE LOTS OF TRAVELS TO FORMER WORN TORN COUNTRY - SIERRA LEONE TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF PEACE THROUGH HIS MUSIC WITH GOOD SONGS LIKE " TRIBAL WAR" ANYTIME MY BODY,SPIRIT AND SOUL WANTS TO GIVE UP, HIS MUSIC URGES ME ON. KENYATTA, CONTINUE FROM WHERE YOUR FATHER STOP AND LET NOT HIS GOOD WORKS IN VAIN. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PERCFECT PEACE.
SAM DONN <donneyre@yahoo.com>
CINCINNATI, OHIO USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 11:39:55 (EDT)

His lyrics will be used as psalms and the rhythm to awaken those who doesnt know the teachings of his imperial majesty.Culture has gone to Mt.zion to prepare a place for the brethens.
TSIKATA HOPE SELASI <setsikata@yahoo.com>
KETA, ACCRA GHANA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 11:33:02 (EDT)

joseph hill was my reggae star since i got interest in reggae music i have always loved his inspirational music that leaves me motivated as a rasta. i live to miss him but not his music.May he rest in peace. one love
Victor Omunzi Bwanny <Bwannyvic@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 11:06:29 (EDT)

The whole has lost a great man and he can never be forgotten.This man preached about peace in his days.It was his prayer every day that the world will leave in peace and harmony.May the king of peace keeps his soul. I mean jah.RASTE MAN NEVER DIES.
George Owusu <okgowuo@yahoo.com>
Sunyani, Ghana - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 11:05:24 (EDT)

I am a great fan of Mr.Hill, just last night I heard the great Reggae artist after Bob Nesta Marley is gone, I couldn't believe it till now I checked through the culture website and I got to known, the great Prophet of Reggae music is really gone,but I believe he is with us in spirit, my condolence to The Hill family, the cuture group and all the reggae family all over the world. My last respect to Mr Hill is I known that(DOWN IN JAMAICA WHERE HE COMES FROM), he will understand wherever he is now.I'm a Ghanaian, but based in Austria-Europe.
Terry Kwabiah <Terryusgh@yahoo.com>
Linz, Austria - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 10:51:02 (EDT)

Give thanks to such a supreme artist and a great man with unique insight and the ability to put peoples plight to music. My outstanding memory of this man is being in The Gambia, in a remote village and a Gambian bringing out his cd player and just playing Culture for the next few hours. Through this interlude it came to light how profound culture was/is in the whole of Africa. The young and the old absolutely adore this man on the continent. When Africans at home take this man to their hearts only greatness can come out of it. I was blessed to be in attendance at the Academy and feel very priviledge to be one of the few to behold this man's performance, just to find how things unfolded days later. Brother Hill your message is in the music, and will live in the hearts of all those that beleive in freedom and justice for humanity
Leo Faure <info@rslplumbers.co.uk>
London, UK - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 09:57:10 (EDT)

whatever Jah gives, He takes away
brian okumu <wandech@yahoo.com>
Johnson City, TN USA - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 09:15:45 (EDT)

He was a real man of the people in terms of music.
Mick Ossie <Mickdarko@hotmail.com>
Helsinki, Finland - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 09:15:43 (EDT)

are always the best that go away first! i give to jah tnx and praises fo yuh granpha joseph hill
bubbykilla <jah_wind@hotmail.com>
Latina, IT ITALY - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 09:13:25 (EDT)

Joseph R.I.P. Thanks for all the good things! greetings, www.Raymond-Ubbink.nl
RAY
Winterswijk, Netherlands - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 08:47:43 (EDT)

This man to I is the prophet from the Most High. His songs a revelation of God's will and plan, a call for repetence, a way of life and living ( Culture ) and they are everything a true believer would need. May your sould be there in Mount Zion where no sin can't enter. Jah Rasta Far I.
Monwabisi Mgulwa <monwabisim@lifecare.co.za>
Queenstown, Republic of South Africa - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 07:01:47 (EDT)

r.i.p.
brokentool <hell_holes@abv.bg>
sofia, bulgaria - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 06:39:03 (EDT)

Thanks brother Joseph Hill may your soul rest in perfect peace
Leslie Pitt <sylvanus943@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 06:22:43 (EDT)

Much respect for Joseph "Culture" Hill for his work for his message for the vibes give thank's I saw Culture in Vienna live 2002 was a unforgettable concert for me Jah Rastafari Haile Selassi I Holy Mount Zion I Rest in Peace Love and Harmonie !!!!!!!
Dubdread <roots.rock@chello.at>
Vienna, Aut Austria - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 05:50:34 (EDT)

Joseph joins good company. Though we will physically miss him, through His work He lives forever. Great Men should never be mourned, Their lives should always be celebrated. May His Soul Rest In Perfect Peace.
SAUL NJIE <Saul.njie@hotmail.com>
Banjul, The Gambia - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 05:47:23 (EDT)

Greetings and blessed love in the mighty name of the Trinity His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I. I send all I love and I blessings to the family and friends of Brother Culture. Living here in Germany I had the great chance to see Brother Culture on one of his last concerts, not only I will never forget the music the I played this evening, but I will always remember the love and the kindness Brother Culture showed I when I an I met and reasoned this day. I pray to Jah that HIM will guide Brother Culture's Iverliving soul to seat around Jah rainbow circle throne, so that the I will "walk the streets of glory" and "look upon Jah pretty little face"! All I love and I blessings to Brother Culture, the singers and players on instruments, the friends and foremost the family. Rastafari blessings. Ras Béni Gad All praises due to His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile I Selassie I.
Ras Béni Gad <rasbeni@web.de>
Saarbruecken, Germany - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 05:36:21 (EDT)

Jah Jah has taken what belongs to Him!! Man Joseph deserves Jah Peace after a long consciousness battle!! Jah Gaveth and He Hath Taken!! Rest In Jah Peace Great One!!
Zak <Zacharia_hara@yahoo.com>
Malawi - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 04:37:27 (EDT)

Father i now u are in zion,the day u died i fill it deep in side my heart and i will all ways fill it,i sit dawn and i recall all the prophet all came for just short time Father Joseph Hill is one of the last propher in the world he give the message to us the message will be going on till the time Jah bless u father
Nabieu turay <Nabieuturay@yahoo.com>
rotterdam, 3082ts holland - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 04:27:56 (EDT)

Hmmm!What more can I say other than to repeat what our beloved brother Hill said some few years ago,"now hear him when he said --> PEOPLE ARE DYING,LITTLE BABIES ARE CRYING,THEIR HEARTS CARRY NO SYMPATHY;SO THINK ABOUT THE GREEDY,THEY LEAVE NOTHING FOR THE NEEDY;(Some a dem a holla ,some a bawl--TIME IS GETTING HARDER)may his soul R.I.P. till we meet together once again to RALLY AROUND JAHOVIAH'S THRONE ---> JAH GUIDES !!!
wasty <wasty69@web.de>
Frankfurt, Germany - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 01:48:05 (EDT)

A special condolence to the HILL family and all CRUCIAL reggae listeners.
Osei-Bonsu Karikari <wasty69@web.de>
frankfurt/m, Germany - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 01:32:16 (EDT)

Thanks Joseph for your music . Iwas in Peru with you years ago i love your music and will always have you in my heart.
simon silman <simonsgap@yahoo.com>
lima, peru - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 23:39:17 (EDT)

hello y'all, i am a sierra leonean, who has seen, the good the work of this gifted brother. may jah guide his wonderful soul, and may jah give us lots of joseph hill. people let continue the work of our brother. jah bless you all. peace
EDWARD <eddykabia@yahoo.com>
columbus, oh america - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 23:27:57 (EDT)

its so sad ...my love and light goes out to the hill family...matthias
matthias <fiahs@hotmail.com>
germany - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 23:10:15 (EDT)

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matthias <fiahs>
- Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 22:38:26 (EDT)

It’s sad and painful to hear that our grand father of reggae music is dead; oh may his soul rest in perfect peace
Anthony Appiah <tonyapp2003@yahoo.com>
Sunyani, B/A Ghana - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 22:00:42 (EDT)

Thanks be to the almighty God for take the control of us and now that he has chosen our most honorable Joseph Hill to continue his preaching the Gosple to others again who are hiden. i know Joseph Hill is not dead but still alive and we are going to meet him again in some day to come. we should all rejoice and know that he has been sent to somewhere work. and he will come back and join us. He will still be remember as Bob Marley has been always remembered. When ever i hear the music of Culture my soul and spirit goes well and everthing that i do goes on well with. All lovers of cultures be happy that he is still alive for us and take it that he is been sent or asleep and he will wake up soon. Joseph Hill, May your soul rest in the heart of the Almighty father's heart perfectly and peacefully. Love you culture and we shall surely miss you so much and dearly. Rest in peace. Mike, Syi, B/A Gh.
Michael Calculus <mikesudi@yahoo.com>
Sunyani, B/A, B/A Ghana - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 21:50:05 (EDT)

Condolence to the Hill family. Culture's last performance in Ja. Reggae Sunsplash was awesome!!! and I'm so happy I was there to rock to the maestro's great hits. We have not lost hope because, Brother your legend lives on forever. One Love.
Michele Williams <michdepa@yahoo.com>
Mandeville, Jamaica - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 20:12:10 (EDT)

HOUSTON TX WILL MISS YOU JOSEPH CULTRURE HILL
CATHY MCLARE <C_MCLAREN1956@SBC GLOBAL.NET>
HOUSTON, TX USA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 19:37:17 (EDT)

I was just waiting for the time to be 8:30 on Saturday to listen to the programme "This is Reagae where the tour of Joseph Hill will be talked about, all of a sudden I had a call from a friend and the message was : Joseph Hill is Dead and I said, "Whaaat" I never thoght of Joseph will die so soon but it has hapened. God keep his soul. It was in 1983 when I heard "Peace and Love" by Culture and since then I have loved Cultures songs till now. Joseph Hill still lives, He may be dead, but his music still lives. The last time I saw Joseph Hill was during Bob Marleys' 61st Birthday in Accra Ghana. On that day, culture really livened the reggae session. It can not be described you will only feel it if you were there. Culture, Jah be with you.
Kodwo Nketia <kodwoansah@yahoo.com>
ACCRA, Ghana - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 18:18:06 (EDT)

We have lost a true rastaman/Jamaican and there is no one to take his place. He spoke the truth and it was always of peace what a mighty man. He is now with his maker and may he rest in peace as he has put his stamp on this earth and we will never forget him. One love Rasta.
barbara best <barbarabeat@btinternet.com>
london, england - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 17:56:52 (EDT)

I have grown up on the biting lyrics of Culture. Followed the group around the caribbean once I had the time, trinidad, grenada, Jamaica, Barbados etc. This is a real loss for Me and most certainly his family, the group and the music world. reggae has lost another Icon. Where are the new starts to fill that void? this is my concern!!!!. Peace love and happiness in the love and arms of the most High.
Aalan Robinson <aalanrobinson@spiceisle.com>
St. george's, Grenada - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 17:27:14 (EDT)

Peace and RasTafarI blessings to Ras Joseph's family, be comforted that he is in the bosom of the KIng. Brother Joseph has touched so many lives and InI give thanks for the opportunity to know such a one!!!! His Irit will always live on through his ites music!
Rachel and Johnny Black <durgamenen@yahoo.com>
pasadena, ca 91103 - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 17:12:59 (EDT)

Hearing of the shockingly sudden passing of the great Joseph Hill of Culture has certainly shaken my world immensely. I had the priviledge of meeting him several times during tours and I can honestly say that he shall forever be remembered as one of the most loving, symphatetic and touching ambassadors of reggae music. He truly dedicated his life to reggae music and touring relentlessly no matter what. It is with great sadness that I express our condolences to Pauline and the rest of the Hill family on behalf of I and Lion, who was and shall forever be a good friend of Joseph's. Rest in peace, dear Joseph.
Taina K <taina.komu@luukku.com>
Helsinki, Finland - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 17:01:37 (EDT)

Joseph Culture Hill was a great inspiration to many especially me. In moments of distress his lyrics and songs get me going. He really lived and did Jah's (God's) work. How are the mighty fallen ... who will carry the touch now? God bless and keep is soul.
Paa Kow Pieterson <pieterson@hotmail.com>
Greensboro, NC USA (Via Ghana) - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 16:40:05 (EDT)

I was so sad to hear that Culture pass away, man I was so impress with the show that he gave us in ST.Lucia,and as a police woman i love his music.He will be missed, may he rest in peace
Justina Belasse <jusbel_26@hotmail.com>
castries, ST .Lucia - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 16:14:34 (EDT)

Mourn you till join you joseph!
Willie Wandahi <wwandahi@yahoo.com>
nairobi, kenya - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 16:04:49 (EDT)

i would like to say how much brother Joseph culture hill ment to not just me but to the world he was a great man who loved what he did an was very great at it he changed my life with his music an im a better man cause of it i broke down in tears when i heard of his passing i got to meet him on his tour bus outside of the oceanmist club in matunick rhode island usa he let us on an spoke with us like we were old friends i was blown away by his kindness. here is this superstar conversing with me. thats the kind of man he was this world should have more people in it like him he will be greatly missed i will alway love you brother JOSEPH CULTURE HILL JAH GUIDE
kip maloney <Rrastaman70@aol.com>
newport, R I usa - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 15:18:29 (EDT)

the weak man lives to count his days. the High-spirit man live to count his positive actions for the humanity.i and i know you just travel to take a rest by jah riverside.from that very 19th of august we sing in the country of thomas sankara "no night in zion there is no night. allalujah there's no night there..."'cause you're be for ever one of our lights. samsklejah (reggae dj in burkina faso west africa)
samsklejah <samsklejah@hotmail.com>
ouagadougou, burkina faso - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 15:06:05 (EDT)

Pauline, I have been trying to contact you but I cannot get a phone number for you. Ruth, Naomi, and Tamar cannot stop crying about the sad news of their Godfather. May his soul rest in peace! We want to come over asap but we do not have details. Can you get in touch with me urgently. I am at the same address, or email me. We will be coming over by God's grace to pay our last respect. Give my love to everyone. I am praying that you get this. God will bring us back together. Yours and Joseph's sister Claudette B and Children
Claudette Brown <clmpbrown@yahoo.co.uk>
London, England UK - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 14:30:44 (EDT)

Your words ARE the complete guide from kindergatten pupils to the University students.You taught us to Love & respect our brothers & our Mother Africa,to be Honest to ourselves. Above all,you taught ME to open my eyes & see how richmen are getting richer while the poormen are getting deseases.Behold,after all these troubles & suffering in this materialistic world,you have now entered Our Father's Kingdom, Rejoice. KWAHERI YA KUONANA Joe Culture Hill. Anthony Rukiza Alex
Anthony Rukiza Alex <rukizah@yahoo.com>
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 14:16:09 (EDT)

I saw him in reggae uppsala on the 12 and he was great as alway´s. He was a preacher to us but almighty needed one.I told my 8 year daughter about him and we watched his video, she then told me not be sad coz he´s an angel now.Sending our condolence´s to his family and friends. Peace and respect to all the massive.
mary <kameshy@hotmail.com>
sweden - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 14:03:05 (EDT)

AS PORTAS DO MT ZION ABREM-SE PARA RECEBER A ALMA DE UM FIEL FILHO JOSEPH "CULTURE" HILL. DESCANÇA EM PAZ "BRADA" JOSEPH ENQUANTO NÓS CONTINUAMOS A SUA OBRA NOS CAMINHOS DA BABILÓNIA... LIONDRED...TEU ADMIRADOR DESDE A PRIMEIRA VEZ QUE OUVI O ALBUM "THE INTERNATIONAL HERB" POR TRÁS DA PORTA DA CASA DE UM VIZINHO. JAH BLESS
leonel aires <liondred@hotmail.com>
Maputo, Moçambique - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 13:46:06 (EDT)

rest in peace joseph hill and my condolence 2 the family
michael <mlpbreda@hotmail.com>
breda, HB netherlands - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 13:32:19 (EDT)

We will never forget you,your music and the voice of Reggae,will prevail,you have done a great job,you made us happy,and your music is here to stay.may your soul rest in peace. Banjo Mosele
Banjo Mosele <banjomosele@yahoo.co.uk>
Oslo, Norway - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 13:06:29 (EDT)

may his soul rest in perfect peace.MAY JAH GRANT HIM MERCEY.I WILL FOR EVER MISS YOU & YOUR MESSAGE.JAH BLESS THE CULTURE.
kally raph <raphkally@yahoo.com>
london, london uk - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 12:20:12 (EDT)

Thanks for all R.I.P Joseph Hill
Goran Eriksson <Groundation1@hotmail.com>
Stockholm, Jordbro Sweden - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 12:05:47 (EDT)

TODAVIA RECUERDO EL PRIMER CD QUE COMPRE, CUMBOLO, LA ENERGIA, PAZ Y LAS GANAS DE SEGUIR EN EL MOVIMIENTO REGGAE PERDURAN HASTA HOY...TRISTEZA POR UN LADO AL SABER QUE SU VOZ NO ENTONARA CACIONES NUEVAS, PERO ALEGRIA EXTREMA POR HABER DEJADO UN LEGAGO TAN RICO, JAAH BLESS AMIGO, EN CADA RINCON DEL MUNDO HAS PLANTADO UNA SEMILLA!
Eduardo Russo <edutaxidriver@yahoo.com.ar>
MAR DEL PLATA, BA ARGENTINA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 11:54:02 (EDT)

rest in peacs ohh great humble african you were truly an inspiration to me but you are needed elsewhere to sing your beautiful music above the heavens. walk in jah light
ronald lewis <ronaldlewis84>
port of spain, trinidad - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 11:47:58 (EDT)

May the Lord God give us other Rastman since Bob and Joe are gone to the land of never return.
PHILIP SAMUEL KONGOLEY <pkongoley@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 11:42:26 (EDT)

We give thanks to father for inspiring us through Mr Culture and will do so for generations to come Mr Culture´s work will for ever live on and shall never done strength and powers for the race to run Give thanks for the teachings we have learned Blessed love the fire will for ever burn Nicolas the Red Maroon
Nicolas Albert Karpati <ll_cool_nic@hotmail.com>
STOKCHOLM, SWEDEN - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:16:47 (EDT)

Indeed the reggae fraternity has lost a great legend , whom the valcuum created cannot the filled, though you are gone i know you are in heaven up smiling down ,your legacy still lives , sleep tight brethern, ras kwaku
william kwaku agyei appah <sparoo21@yahoo.com>
accra, ghana - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:10:36 (EDT)

Dear Pauline & Kenyatta and all the Hill family, I want to say how sad I am, and how much you mean to me and my family, Nicolas & Samantha. I wish Kenyatta to take over the important mission. Culture means also Pauline Hill to me because I see you as a part of the group. Bless you Pauline Love Susanne Karpati From my son that has known Joseph And Pauline from 1981 in a Stockholm, SWEDEN We give thanks to father for inspiring us through Mr Culture and will do so for generations to come Mr Culture´s work will for ever live on and shall never done strength and powers for the race to run Give thanks for the teachings we have learned Blessed love the fire will for ever burn Nicolas the Red Maroon
Susanne Karpati <Susanne_karpati@hotmail.com>
STOCKHOLM , SWEDEN - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:10:33 (EDT)

may you rest in peace culture we love uuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
faisal mohammed <aa472001@yahoo.com>
accra, greater ghana - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:09:58 (EDT)

I couldnt believe when I heard that Mr Hill was no longer with us.Why do god take away good guyz?RIP.
julius msukwa <msukwaju@yahoo.com>
johannesburg, south africa - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:06:20 (EDT)

PHOTOS TO SHARE from My last consert with Joseph Hill´s marvelous person. www1.snapfish.com Email:susanne_karpati@hotmail.com password: sussi5207
Susanne Karpati <susanne_karpati@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:05:06 (EDT)

Really miss you, you were a true legend. Thanks for the legacy you left behind. Jah Bless & Guidance, Bernice
Bernice Zimmerman <bernice@reggaefever.nl>
Rotterdam, Nederlanths - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 09:00:38 (EDT)

Joseph what a man, what tunes, what a voice you will be sadly missed. You have got me through many a hard times with those stories of positiveness and hope. Thanks Joseph and Jah Bless my bredren.
Simon Hopewell <hopewellsimon@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham , England - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 07:46:36 (EDT)

R.I.P Joseph we are all morning arround tha world the death of a legent .may JAH REST HIS SOUL IN ETERNAL PEACE.
MUKUNA STANLEY <w_mukuna@yahoo.com>
NAIROBI -KENYA, Kenya - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 07:27:32 (EDT)

PUPA U WERE A GREAT SON OF AFRICA.JAH BLESS U ON YOUR WAY TO ZION.RESPEK PUPA
WILSON MWANGI <willmwas@yahoo.com>
NAIROBI, KENYA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 06:58:55 (EDT)

His message will ever be in my heart.R.I.P Joseph.
okari Douglas <okaridouglas@yahoo.com>
Kisumu, Kenya - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 06:58:01 (EDT)

I never thought a time would come for a messenger like Joe to dismiss. Always with Him.JAH glory and R.I.P Joe.
Alex Kinyua <kindirang@yahoo.com>
Kisumu, Kenya - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 06:55:11 (EDT)

HILL WHEN YOU WERE ALIVE YOU REALLY ROCKED AND AT THE SAME TIME TAUGHT THROUGH YOU MUSIC,WE WILL CONTINUE LISTENING TO YOU MUSIC AS LONG AS WE ARE ALIVE,REST IN PEACE JAH MESSENGER AND PROPHET
paul oguda <mcpaul2058@yahoo.com>
kitale, kenya - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 06:53:05 (EDT)

ONE OF THE BIGEST NATIONALIST FOR THE BLACK RACE HAS PASS AWAY SO SUDDEN MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. AMEEN
BUKARI ISSAKU <issakubewda@yahoo.com>
Bawku, GHANA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 06:12:15 (EDT)

IT WAS 2002,OCTOBER IN NAIROBI THAT,CULTURE, THE TEACHER AND PROPHET, GAVE US THE REVOLUTIONARY MESSAGE,....IS TOO LONG....IS TOO LONG... IN SLAVERY AFRICAN RISE UP AND MOVE TO FREEDOM.WE KENYA YOUTH WILL LIVE TO FULLFILL THE CULTURE DREAM OF A BETTER WORLD...JOSEPH HILL HAS GIVEN US HE PROPHECY AND THE TEACHING, WE MUST FULLFILL THE MISSION,JAH BLESSING AND MORE FIRE..... MORE FIRE.... FOR BLACK MAN REVOLUTION. GACHEKE FROM AFRICA KENYA.
GACHEKE GACHIHI <gachekegachihi@yahoo.co.uk>
NAIROBI, KENYA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 05:42:52 (EDT)

Joseph you and culture made me love roots reggae, i have seen you three times in a concert and mis you en your great music, but i remember you when i play your irie music. Rest in peace roots man. Ron
Ron van der Parren <parreron@kabelfoon.nl>
Maassluis, Holland - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 03:59:43 (EDT)

CULTURE, BLESSED MAN FOR YOU HAVE DONE THY WORK THAT HAS NOT AND NEVER WILL BE IN VAIN. YOU REMAIN TRUE AND ALIVE IN SPIRIT AND WE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN. R.I.P. CULTURE ALWAYYS ONE SOUL.
Peter Mutiga <munduwadambo@yahoo.com>
worcester, Ma USA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 03:12:36 (EDT)

Blessings, love goes out to the family of Joseph Hill @ there time of greef,his word song is power in this turmoil of life.he is a deciple of Rastafafi now sittting @the right hand of H.I.M basking in the sunshine of the glow of the chosen GIVE THANKS.
Cleopatra Glanville <cleopatra_g@yahoo.com>
Miami, Fl. U.S.A - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 02:58:02 (EDT)

TIME TO REST IN MY BROTHERN IN THE MOST HIGH HANDS THOSE WHO BELIEVE IN JAH LIVES FORIEVER
Kosi Myers <dineschild@yahoo.com>
Mesa, AZ USA - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 01:38:38 (EDT)

THE FAITHFUL MESSENGER OF JAH IS GONE. BUT JAH KNOWS WHY. I KNOW YOU ARE SKANKING WITH THE MOST HIGH AND THE ANGELS ABOVE. LIVE ON RASTA MAN
camillus ugo <djpc24@yahoo.com>
new westminster, bc canada - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 01:14:09 (EDT)

rest in peace culture joe hill. you have gone but i am sill thinking of you, may the peace and blessing of god be upon you and your family.gone but sill with us in music jah bless[rasttafari]
michael samuels <aamashael@yahoo.com>
freetown, sierra leone - Saturday, September 02, 2006 at 01:01:08 (EDT)

You are a warrior, you have fought a good fight on earth and you have blessed us with your talents. Now you are called to higher heights......Go and serenade the angles with your voice. Rest in Peace Lloydie.......
Leighton Salmon <lgsalmon@hotmail.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 22:32:42 (EDT)

there never was christopher colombus,there was nothing to discover. There was joseph hill who discovered culture and we hope jah will continue pouring the wisdom to spread the African spirit and all the revealations. viva culture respect
Steve Zizwe Nyirenda <szn1981@yahoo.com>
capetown, wp south africa - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 22:31:00 (EDT)

It was a sudden message I heard few dayz ago about a noble person an hero, a messanger, peace maker,My people of Sierra Leone deeply concern about his sudden death.I remember the days of his visit in Freetown it was the happiest days even I also remember when he took the piture of culture one stone album in Freetown.The people of Sierra Leone misses you alot and also pray for God's acceptance in his kingdom"ja rasta fara"
Teddy Kowai <teddy@yahoo.com>
Freetown, Sierra Leone - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 22:19:33 (EDT)

Trod on my brother. Brother Bob and all the elders will welcome you into Jah Kingdom. Thanks for the great concerts. Natty Never Get Weary.
Nancy Whigham <ngonzague@yahoo.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 22:16:09 (EDT)

Joseph Hills was an extraordinary artist who tried to make a difference in this world through his music. Let him rest in peace and let us try to fight for peace for the sake of his music.
a. <kriminal_chik@hotmai.com>
Paradise City, - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 21:59:32 (EDT)

Well it was sad,For the man of all Joseph Hill's leaving us at this point in time at a time we need him most may the Lord accept him in is kingdom "ja rasta fara" ja peace and blessings be upon you.
Kaine A Dumbuya <kaymed82@hotmail.com>
Freetown, W Sierra Leone - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 21:54:28 (EDT)

REGGAE NEWS: JOSEPH HILL A DUBBED JOURNALIST Veteran roots-reggae group Culture front man Joseph Hill was honoured with the first Singing Journalist Prize in Stockholm Sunday November 27th 2005 by legendary reggae promoter Tim Badejo of Maestro Entertainment at the fashionable nightclub Bern's in Stockholm. Singing Journalist Prize Every year, the Prize will go to an artist who through socially conscious lyrics in the furtherance and reporting of world peace. Aug 19, 2006 was a sad day indeed for reggae fans all over the world as we lost Joseph Hill the legendary lead singer of Culture. His passing was particularly felt by Maestro Entertainment who mourned the loss of a personal friend and the first Singing Journalist Prize winner.I had the honor and pleasure of booking Culture for Scandinavia for the past 25 years. Our deepest sympathy go out to the entire family and rest of the band members. His legacy leaves on. R.I.P. Yours affectionate brother Tim Badejo www.maestroentertainment.com
Maestro Entertainment <info@maestroentertainment.com>
Stockholm, Sweden - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 21:37:59 (EDT)

am still dreaming and wishing this is not true cos i want to watch him just once. please God why Joe. the tears can't stop coming. the pain i feel is too much for words to express
mokom <rastamoks@yahoo.com>
greenbelt, md usa - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 21:21:04 (EDT)

my name is claire and me and my family have just lost our mother on the 5 september i haave 2children who have just lost there nan and are finding it very hard i would just like to say i havejust been lisening to the music and all i can say is beautiful and may u keep all your happy memeroris olve claire nd children.
claire <cricket.co.@blueyonder.co.uk>
birmingham, brittish england - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 21:07:32 (EDT)

Reverend Joseph.... we mourn but you have come and spread the words and gone. Although your mission is completed it is too sudden and it is hard to accept. I have followed you from Gamabia, Germany and Florida. What a great loss! You are needed somewhere else to continue the higher intelligence and good prophecy. We will miss you and your place will be unoccupied. Give our blessings to the most high Marcus Mosiah Garvey. Condolences from Sulayman and friends all over The Gambia, West Africa.
Sulayman Jabang <souliemanj1@aol.com>
Kombo Sanyang, The Gambia - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 19:59:37 (EDT)

... natty never get weary ... master artist ... rastaman ... live on wid JAH itinually ... thanx 4 de memories ... & immortal musical legacy ...
redbwoy <psabanks@hotmail.com>
Kingston, Jamaica - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 19:50:13 (EDT)

Had a shock when i hard this sad news,..... Thanks J.Hill 4 the inspiation you gave me throughout the years,been a culture fan since 1992 and had the privelege 2 see Hill live in tübingen(germany) in 1993; i n i will never stop listening 2 your music.Your a true blessing 2 many who loved u and your memories will always be in our hearts. A Slice of mt.zion is surely yours. May God rest your soul in eternal peace.My condolences go 2 Mr Hill`s Family + all other Members of Culture.
julie wangechi <nwjulie72@yahoo.com>
nairobi-kenya, stuttgart-germany - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 19:15:37 (EDT)

A True Servant of God. Our Deepest sympathy go out to the entire family. We in Trinidad salute his stewardship as a messenger of God.
Tri*Star Promotions Limited <Tristar1214@yahoo.com>
Port of Spain, Trinidad - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 18:13:12 (EDT)

Its a big blow to roots and culture, we'll miss you Josi
Tindi Tindi <otindi@yahoo.com>
London, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 18:00:32 (EDT)

first and formost i and i sends heart full of simpity to the family of joseph culture hill how sad i was when i read about the passing of one of our true trutes and write reggae icon i remember going to the white pearl sweat in birmingham to see the mighty culture and standing there the dreaded trutes and right icon joseph hill culture came and stud beside me and the dreaded joseph culture hill words where rasta picknie must come a dance i will cherish these photos of me and the dreaded joseph culture hill may the dread mr joseph culture hill r.i.p. in jah name concering loin of the tribe of judia rastafari god be with the famliy of the dreaded joseph culture hill one love bredrin peace on your journy guidance love all over xxxxx
errol <errol7@hotmail.co.uk>
birmingham, uk england - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 17:09:47 (EDT)

every fresh is another sour...joseph hill,great epilogue,epitomic reggea doyen...the fresh dew blews a whistle,while lonesome leaves drop their waters,who tells what fate tells...i surrender to my eulogy,while i fear my fate,rest in peace joseph hills..
gabriel ehioghiren <eldoradic5@yahoo.co.uk>
berlin, germany - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 16:21:14 (EDT)

me ya man ras j.no me know say , a time to be born and a time to die. jospeh hills may you man soul rest in pefect peace. utill we meet again people of Ghana,Kumasi didnot hear a good thing. may ur soul r.i.p till we meet in mt zoin.peace. .
john nii odartey a.k.a ras j.no <johnniiodartey@yahoo.com>
kumasi, o.t,Akropong--------esase Ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 16:02:21 (EDT)

he was the mouthpiece and a linquist of the down trodden and the poor,any time i listen to him my spirit lifts up,oh,what a young soul to go to heaven,but just as he remembered the poor on earth,the zion gate was open for him without a word.i had the chance to see him live in kumasi.I LOVE THE MAN
patrick cizor <pannyfa@yahoo.com>
accra, accra ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:55:13 (EDT)

Hail Culture, He is an inspiration to me and all his fans worldwide and represented himself and his country well. hail Culture Clive.
Clive Atkinson <jracservices@yahoo.com>
Kingston, Jamaica - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:52:49 (EDT)

Rest in Peace. A true legend.
Adam Joseph <ajoseph1981@yahoo.com>
New York, NY - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:51:14 (EDT)

Greetings in the name of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I the 1st, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, JAH RASTAFARI Today JAH has confirmed the end of your sufferings sorrows and pains because He sits on the throne and has remembered you. He has taken away the hardships and given you JOY. (give thanks to BlackCulture for these words - myspace.com/blackkulture. ) Jah bless Joe Hill - now is the time to collect your pay - work on natty. For over 30 years you have remained true to yourself, your music, your fans and your message spreading Rasta LOVE. Life has been so much richer for the beauty of your music. Your spirit will live on itinually and your music will be forever be an inspiration. Give thanks for the precious gift of Joseph Hill. One Love Jacqueline
JACQUELINE <jax-a1@hotmail.com>
BIRMINGHAM, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:39:43 (EDT)

you have served your people well, with your cunningly coined songs much respect to you my brother there are those who would love for us to repudiate you and possibly forget you too..but while there is nothing served in death that is not better served by living,your passing will breathe life into those songs that light the way towards upward mobility long after several generations goes back into the earth..."natty never get weary." Asalaam alaikum
David Muhammad <laddyon@yahoo.com>
kingston, jamaica - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:35:17 (EDT)

Tanks to Joseph Hill for the work he had done here on Earth !! In tradition of I & I Rastafari he used word & sound and with it´s power, ROOTS RASTA REGGAE, he spreaded the message of HIS MAJESTY JAH RASTAFARI MOST I, which is love and unity for each and everyone, each and everything. Thanks and praise for that. Now JAH called him for a new work. I man wish you all the best, IRIE, for the next journey. See you in Zion brother, thanks for everthing you tought the I.
Erik Lipp
Germany - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:32:50 (EDT)

So sad to know that one of the greatest musician now went to heaven.he will be living in our hearts.Peace Love and Respect.
emre jahman <emrejahman@hotmail.com>
mugla, Turkey - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:28:21 (EDT)

may you rest in peace bredda , an inspiration for generations and for future generations to come , love to all your family ,
vibesmaster
essex, uk - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:17:55 (EDT)

This a very sad day for me. Ihave bought all the Culture Abulms acd CDs. There is no root reggae without Culture. The world has lost an ireplaceable singer. No one comes near. Joseph you are simply the best.
Jonas Djan <jonas@djan.wanadoo.co.uk>
Dagenham, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 15:13:57 (EDT)

I received this news in total disbelief culture had totaly influenced me with the kind of music he gave to the world I believe JAH had sent him to fill the place left by legend Bob Marley. We in kenya we grieving we are just conforted by the belive Jah Had a good plan for Joe.Joes perfomance in Nairobi remains in our minds may Jah grant his family streath and determination to carry on. hima cyn die he lives RASTAFARIE
MARTIN MUTUMA KUBAI <vitushy@yahoo.com>
NAIROBI, KENYA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 14:28:09 (EDT)

It's terrible to learn the passing of Joseph Hill. jah lost one of his most high child. I had the chance to see Culture 2 times. He will be always the most high and I won't never forget his words, his melodies et his faith. Thanks for all Jah bless
Julien <jmoussart@guepard.fr>
Paris, France - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 14:10:37 (EDT)

Joseph Was an inspirition to me and many of my fellowmen. His loss will be greatly missed both the person, the message but the spirit will leave on. To his family may the Glory of JAH be upon them forever and ever.
Alex Kiruja <Junglevibez@gmail.com>
Elk grove, CA USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 14:06:02 (EDT)

Greetings in the name of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Sellassie I the 1st, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, JAH RASTAFARI Today JAH has confirmed the end of your sufferings sorrows and pains because He sits on the throne and has remembered you. He has taken away the hardships and given you JOY. (give thanks to BlackCulture for these words - myspace.com/blackkulture. )Jah bless Joe Hill - now is the time to collect your pay - work on natty. For over 30 years your have remained true to yourself, your music, your fans and your message spreading Rasta LOVE. Life has been so much richer for the beauty of your music. Your spirit will live on itinually and your music will be forever be an inspiration. Give thanks for the precious gift of Joseph Hill. One Love Jacqueline
JACQUELINE <jax-a1@hotmail.com>
BIRMINGHAM, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 13:57:56 (EDT)

May Your Soul Rest In Perfect Peace. Jah Bless
Christian Xefu (Crow) <kstagoe@yahoo.com>
Osu, Accra Ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 13:46:51 (EDT)

I AM FIZZEL OUT THAT DEATH HAS STOLEN AWAY MY BELOVED BROTHER WHOM I WAS WITH ON THE 16TH OF AUGUST 2006 AND NOW IS NO MORE TO BE FOUND I AM IN TOTAL ABYSMAL FOR I HAVE GAIN A LOT FROM BITTER BELLY IN TEAMS OF WISDOM,KNOWLEDGE,OBIDIENT AND MOSTLY TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER HE WAS A PROPHET OF OUR TIME FOR HIS MESSAGE STILL ABIDE IN ME AND IT WILL NEVER DEPART AWAY FROM ME 4 I WAS ABLE TO VANQUISH BABYLON WITH YOUR INCENTIVES HERE IN AMSTERDAM GONE SO SOON BUT I BELIVE AND I KNOW THAT YOU ARE RESTING IN THE SANCTUARY OF THE MOST HIGH GOD UNTIL WILL MEET AGIN LOVE UP,RESPECT,YA LOVE AND JAH BLESS.DOUGLAS IYIKE FROM NIGERIA LIVING IN AMSTERDAM.
DOUGLAS IYIKE <dougiyik@yahoo.co.uk>
BENIN, EDO NIGERIA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 13:25:37 (EDT)

Brother Joseph (Tesfa Yesus {Hope of Yesus} which he told me was his Ethiopian Orthodox name when we met about 10 years ago, was greatly loved! His life was an inspiration and hope to us. When I heard he went to sleep I was sad because I'll miss him and his words of righteousness. The day he died on the Ethiopian calendar it was the great Holy Day of the Holy Transfiguration (when our Lord Yesus Christ met Moses and Elijah on the mountain. As I played an LP, two 7's clash, I listened to 'I'm alone in the wilderness' and realize that Jah called him, in his own words, "I ask myself how can I get over but Jah stretched forth his hand and say come up in my palm oh litte son". May his soul live on in the bosom of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Condelence to his family, friends & fans Zionawit
zionawit <zionawit@hotmail.com>
cape cod, MA Usa - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 13:09:24 (EDT)

Greetings! In the name of H.I.M. Haile Selassie I, JAH Rastafari! Iver Living! Iver Faithful! Iver Sure! I Am Queen Nzinga, long time and loyal fan of Culture. My Kingman is Olu, who played with Culture some years ago. He was devastated when he heard the news. May the Ancestors be pleased with the man called Joseph. To the remaining members, continue forward ever, backward NEVER! Selah.
Olu & Queen Nzinga <OneRastaQueen@hotmail.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 12:50:31 (EDT)

Another LION has been laid to rest but the ONE STONE you Joseph Hill threw would always fulfill its purpose and the destiny of Mother Africa and her children all over the world. Thanks for your words of wisdom and motivation in your lyrics and your way of life. I know definately JAH keepeth you safe in His arms.
Norsir <norsir@yahoo.com>
Accra, Greater Accra Ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 12:45:59 (EDT)

MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE
PASEKA <2004075707@STUDENT.UOVS.CO.ZA>
BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 12:36:53 (EDT)

MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE
PASEKA <2004075707@STUDENT.UOVS.CO.ZA>
BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 12:35:55 (EDT)

the voice,wisdom and consciousness of one of the greateswt reggae artists will me sorely missed!NEVERTHELESS THE MESSAGE STAYS!!!!!!JOSEPH HILL CROSSED TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN CARRIED IN A JAH LOVING SENSIMILLA FLUFFY CLOUD....and us..the brethrens stay with the love of his music!!!!JAH BLESS!!!!!SELASSIE FOREVER!
RICKY <ricardomag@sapo.pt>
- Friday, September 01, 2006 at 12:35:37 (EDT)

I'm happy, that I'n'I could have you here. Thanks for all your work and love and happy meeting in Vienna. Your name in gold shines brightly on my flag. One day we'll meet again, 'cause Your love and my love are part of ONE LOVE!
Ota Blail
Žatec, Czech republic - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 11:43:06 (EDT)

HMBLE AFRICAN HAS GONE BUT WILL STILL REMAIN IN HEARTS. WE FROM AFRICA HAVE CRIED AND STILL CRYING THE MAN. STILL WE ARE PROUD TO POST TRIBUTE. IN THE NAME OF ALL PEOPLE FROM THE CONTINENT I SAY RESPECT, GIVE THANKS AND PRAISE TO THE MOST HIGH WHO PROTECT THE CHILDREN OF ZION. Ardo Mayoro Fall Senegal West Africa 00 221 566 1956
ARDO MAYORO FALL <ardomfall@gmail.com>
Thies, SENEGAL WEST AFRICA SENEGAL WEST AFRICA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 11:17:26 (EDT)

I love his Muzic very Much and am so sad that he is Gone However i know his Muzic will live for ever And he will live in us!Coz we enjoy his Muzic each and evryday and listen to his Voice ,songs like Behold,Trust Me,Legalization,World Peace,the list is Endless!I we will always Remember His Honourable CULTURE Rest in Peace Honourable Joseph Hilz..I will always love you!
lawrence S .zulu <lshawa44@yahoo.com>
lusaka, zambia - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 10:50:10 (EDT)

I wish i could see him live performing in my African country Malawi. O! what a great sensational reggae artist he was. Always being missed by the Malawian Rasta masses.
Holyson Mataya <holysonmataya@yahoo.co.uk>
Blantyre, south Malawi - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 10:31:17 (EDT)

culture trust mi you large RIP my music brother
mark grant <dunoon_mark@hotmail.com>
jamaica - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 09:37:41 (EDT)

How inspiring Joe Hill had been to the downtrodden! He had never relented in preaching peace, love and happiness for all mankind. He was on a crusade: to make the world a place of equality for posterity. I remember in my country Sierra Leone how his presence on a peace concert brought a lull in the brutality and bloodshed that engulfed the whole country; the guns and the bombs were silenced at least for a while as Joe Hill's musical instruments and vocals blared out at the national stadium. Has he died? No. Great men don't die; they go to rest in Jah's kingdom. Joe is in perfect peace. Shalom!
Edison Yongai <salbata2000@yahoo.co.uk>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 08:57:42 (EDT)

Mr. Joseph Hill has always been and will continue to be one of my inspirators among the great son's of Africa. May his sweet tenor voice and soul rest in the hands of the Most High Jah Rastafari. I cant stop playing his music, Joseph was peace to this world sent by the Most High. All his works should never stop. The troud on with the rest of the band and his son Keyanatta Hill. Hope to see you all in your next concert and future albums. The whole Rastafarians home and away will miss such talent like Joseph Hill. R.I.P.
Harding Ayensu-Thompson <harding4@hotmail.co.uk>
Stevenage, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 08:51:37 (EDT)

The entire Reggae fraternity has lost a role model. To the people of Kenya, he actually was a reincarnation of King Bob Nester. Take courage the people of Jamaica, we mourning togather!
Kairo John Kings <kairo60@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya kenya - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 08:50:55 (EDT)

AFRICA RISE UP FOR THE LIFE AND DEATH OF OUR EXCELLENCY, SIR JOSEPH HILLS. I CALL ON THE AFRICA UNION TO MAKE EVERY AUGUST 19 A BLACK DAY FOR AFRICA TO HONOUR CULTURE UNDER ANY COST AND BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY. HE STOOD UP FOR AFRICA AT ALL TIMES. GHANA GOVERNMENT,PLEASE HELP MAKE CULTURE DAY AUGUST 19. REST IN PEACE BECAUSE YOU ARE A PEACE MAKKER.
SEGBEFIA <kofiamingo@yahoo.com>
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 08:35:26 (EDT)

Roots has lost its greatest and only remaining icon! Culture inspired me a young man and continues to inspire me as an adult. Am deeply saddened by his death and pray JAH put up a big party to welcome his child. Though he is dead he will be living like his brother Bob!! Heaven has gained a new tenor and may he continue to sing praises in the heavenly choir! Rastafarai!
Edward Sosu <eddponcho@yahoo.co.uk>
Glasgow, UK - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 08:33:08 (EDT)

R.I.P. Joseph hill
XtremaSma <xtremasma@hotmail.com>
Eindhoven, Netherlands - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 07:41:50 (EDT)

Sad day for us who just have heard the news... we've lost a real rootsman again... deep roots live ! jah bless culture !
Delfine & Lloyd <daupik@yahoo.fr>
Bamako, Mali - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 07:28:41 (EDT)

We've lost a Great One! Condolences to the family and all who loved and were touched by Sir Christopher Hill's words and music.You will truely be missed brother. God bless you and may you rest in peace !!!
K.K Addae <mkwaku@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, Ga USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 07:20:45 (EDT)

may u rest in perfect peace in the bosom of the good lord JAH RASTAFAI. though u may not be physically present, i n i know u dey ya. from ghana, africa, this is blessed love, daddy bosco
ahuma bosco ocansey <ahumab@yahoo.com>
accra, ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 06:42:41 (EDT)

Joseph Hill continues to live in my heart. I had the oppunity to see this great African a couple of times. Your message will remain forever with me and a million others because your words have been a permanent companion. We miss you physically but will remain with you in spirit till the end of time. Jah guide
Asaba Moforbeni <moforbeni@mbutmann.com>
Munich, Germany - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 06:25:59 (EDT)

Rest in peace the rastaman who was to unite every people on this earth.. People like him are able to influence the nations.. May us ,his sons, follow his way as he stand upright with the ancients... Bless, Jah Knows
Loïc <loicbb@yahoo.fr>
- Friday, September 01, 2006 at 06:25:14 (EDT)

I attended one his final representation in Switzerland on 11 August 2006. It was a cold rainy day, but the lousy weather couldn't stop me from attending this event. Culture came on stage, he was wearing sporting clothes however, I realised he wasn't as active as two years ago when I saw him in Zurich. He gave us wonderful sounds as usual, playing some of my favourite songs. A gap has been created which will never be filled by anyone as charismatic as Culture. Thank you Culture and JAH bless you! Only Joseph Culture Hill can order a cease FIRE with MORE FIRE!!!
Johnnie Quaicoe <johnnie.quaicoe@bluemail.ch>
Geneva, Switzerland - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 06:12:46 (EDT)

To the great beloved luminary who redefined the reggae music genre. A Righteous African Standing Tall Alone (Rasta), head and shoulders above the best. We pay tribute to the life of of the man who showed the light. it is a sorrow that he is taken from us now, especially for i, that i recently replenished my Culture collection. impregnanted with words of wisdom, Mr Hill's lyrical compositions transced linguistic and cultural divides. may his industrious soul find blessing of the Lord on that other side. God Bless
Chiedza Manyepa <chiedzamanyepa@yahoo.co.uk>
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 06:09:07 (EDT)

I have made it a point to browse through Joseph Hill’s condolences every day since I first came across this on-line Tribute Book. Big Up and Respect to Conscious Party for this intuition, which, as you may have expected, has brought the world together in remembering and celebrating Joseph Hill’s life and works. I first came into contact with his music in 1981, the same year that his dear brother, Bob Marley, died. I have always had immense respect for Joseph Hill but since his death, my respect for him has grown a million times more and herewith my re-enforced perception of this man as consistently brought out by fans, colleagues, musicians etc. around the world:- Joseph Hill – a Culture of humility and respect, Joseph Hill – a Culture of perseverance and hard work (Natty Never Get Weary), Joseph Hill – a Culture of equal rights and justice for all, Joseph Hill – a Culture of the emancipation of the downtrodden, Joseph Hill – a Culture of peace and harmony, Joseph Hill – a Culture of the prevalence of good over evil, Joseph Hill – a Culture of leadership and fearlessness, Joseph Hill – a Culture of Roots Reggae Music, Joseph Hill – a Culture of selflessness, Joseph Hill – a Culture of brotherhood and sisterhood, Joseph Hill – a Culture of LOVE, Joseph Hill – a Culture of RASTAFARI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! , JOSEPH HILL – A TIMELESS CULTURE, JOSEPH “CULTURE” HILL. R.I.P.
Thomas Zawaira <rzawaira@finhold.co.zw>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 05:39:39 (EDT)

My deepest condolence to the all true brethren and sistren who believe in jah, And i know for that Joseph Hills now rest comfortably in the bossom of the Most High, Jah RASTAFAR I.
Stephen Opoku <papilo20@yahoo.co.uk>
Kumasi, Ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 05:28:28 (EDT)

JOSEPH HILL'S LYRICS HAVE BEEN THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND MY SPIRITUAL WELLBEING SINCE BOYHOOD GROWING UP IN THE EASTERN CAPE,SOUTH AFRICA. A ROLE MODEL TO ME, HE SPOKE WITH A FATHERLY WISDOM AND RESONENCE THAT I CANNOT EXAGGERATE ENOUGH. ONE OF THE SADDEST DAYS IN MY LIFE, I NEVER GOT TO MEET MR HILL,MY MOST ADMIRED MUSICIAN AND HUMAN BEING.I CANT BEGIN TO EXPLAIN HOW DEVASTATED I WAS WITH THE NEWS OF HIS PASSING. I HAD BEEN PROCRASTINATING MY TRIP OVERSEAS TO A CULTURE SHOW (MISSED THE SOUTH AFRICAN TOUR). ME AND MY MISSUS HAD AGREED TO MEET HIM ON OUR HONEYMOON ONE DAY... TO THE FAMILY,MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FROM ME AND ALL MY FRIENDS AND COMMUNITY THAT COULDNT SEND THIS E-MAIL. REST IN PEACE JOSEPH HILL. YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE FOREVER. BUNTU FIHLA
BUNTU FIHLA <buntu.fihla@media24.com>
CAPE TOWN, E.C SOUTH AFRICA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 05:20:29 (EDT)

I have made it a point to browse through Joseph Hill’s condolences every day since I first came across this on-line Tribute Book. Big Up and Respect to Conscious Party for this intuition, which, as you may have expected, has brought the world together in remembering and celebrating Joseph Hill’s life and works. I first came into contact with his music in 1981, the same year that his dear brother, Bob Marley, died. I have always had immense respect for Joseph Hill but since his death, my respect for him has grown a million times more and herewith my re-enforced perception of this man as consistently brought out by fans, colleagues, musicians etc. around the world:- Joseph Hill – a Culture of humility and respect Joseph Hill – a Culture of perseverance and hard work (Natty Never Get Weary) Joseph Hill – a Culture of equal rights and justice for all Joseph Hill – a Culture of the emancipation of the downtrodden Joseph Hill – a Culture of peace and harmony Joseph Hill – a Culture of the prevalence of good over evil Joseph Hill – a Culture of leadership and fearlessness Joseph Hill – a Culture of Roots Reggae Music Joseph Hill – a Culture of selflessness Joseph Hill – a Culture of brotherhood and sisterhood Joseph Hill – a Culture of LOVE Joseph Hill – a Culture of RASTAFARI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! JOSEPH HILL – A TIMELESS CULTURE JOSEPH “CULTURE” HILL. R.I.P.
Thomas Zawaira <rzawaira@finhold.co.zw>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 05:19:15 (EDT)

I got introduced to Culture and reggae music at a tender age of 7...and ever since the inspiration directs me along the journey of life..the inspiration og 'CULTURE'ma culture....I live to keep this culture of love for all dat is created for life. Ma teacher has moved on.....after showing me how to spread this CULTURE....am not sad but down, I will this teacher but his words are on record and i will keep dem and pass it on to ma kids. Please, anyone can help me to have all the track of this honest teacher..
Billy-George <billyjorgek@hotmail.com>
Tema, Tema Ghana - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 04:55:32 (EDT)

Joseph hill was and always will be one of my biggest influences, the man was a true ambassador for reggae music. In my thirty years of buying and listening to reggae music i always seem to come full circle and find myself going back to the origional sounds of bands like culture, josephs unique vocal sound will live long in the hearts and memorys of millions of us, blessed brother joseph, one of jah solders.
Keiran "big fella" guppy <Keiran.Guppy@yeovil.ac.uk>
yeovil, somerset england - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 04:39:37 (EDT)

R.I.P. to the most down to earth man I've had the pleasure of meeting a few years ago in Little Rock. Deepest condolences to Ms. P and all the family and all his dearest friends and fans. Much, Much Love and Respect for his work and hopefully his leagcy will be carried on.
Ms. Ping <tanchen_ping@yahoo.com>
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 04:20:27 (EDT)

JOSEPH God rest your soul in eternal peace,you were a hero, till we meet again.
OKATA{ROBBA} <patrobaokata@yahoo.com>
NAIROBI, NAIROBI KENYA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 04:04:41 (EDT)

my brother,my father,my uncle joseph hills you will ever be remembered your music inspired me as a young man,i kept my self,i will never be a disobedient child,here i chant for you a song of joseph hills and forever we want to sing,rest in peace
OSWELL PHIRI <oswellphiri@yahoo.com>
kitwe, copperbelt province zambia - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 03:46:40 (EDT)

..when i was a buoy about 18yrs old there was a certain humble Rastaman, he conquered babylon with the BEAT OF NIABHINGI to prove & testify about prophecy..he asked Mr.Havy Havy to share it with society, & he asked cousin rudebouy to dash away him gun...& when them give him basket to carry water..he gave em many fishes to fry...& when he passed on to Zion aged 49 yrs old tens of thousands paid Respek to him,& the whole world understood why he was a Rastaman.
Alexstone Mcowiti <Mcowiti@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Kenya - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 03:35:58 (EDT)

Rest In Jah Peace, yo` poor people liberator.
Vincent Koome Marangu <vkoomearsenali@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, Meru Kenya - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 02:58:34 (EDT)

My much felt heart felt condolenses to the family, relatives and friends of the late founding father of the migjty culture group. He was an inspiration to a many people and always kept babylon at bay. He fought so hard through his music and day to day life for the a normal people of this world. I`ts a great loss, jah plans, nobody can unplan. I shall never forget this coz' joe passed on the same day as my dear mum.
Vincent Koome Marangu. <vkoomearsenali@yahoo.com>
Nairobi, 412 Kenya - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 02:42:24 (EDT)

Zimbabwe will definitely miss "This Train". You will be remembered for many many many years longer! Rest In Peace Brother. Peace.
Bigy Narira <narirab@yahoo.co.uk>
Harare, Zimbabwe - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 01:42:43 (EDT)

Joseph Hill and Culture Blessed our second annual Reggae on the Mesa 2005 festival in Grand Junction CO last Aug. 26th, and the show was beautiful. All day Joseph was walking around the festival, talking and laughing with the people, there was not more than 200 people at the concert, yet he played as there were 20, 000!!! He wil be a perfromer itinually! Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones left in this consciousness, Bless Up. With love and respect! Lionvibes Crew Matt "Ras Lupie" Vagts Grand Junction, CO
Ras Lupie <raslupie@lionvibes.com>
Grand Junction, CO USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 01:24:03 (EDT)

One of the sweetest voices to me in reggae music, Joseph Hill AKA Culture will be missed by all his fans, world wide. At times I remember when I have my house work to do and I put on his music to play I would finish what ever I have to do without even realizing how much was done in such a short time due to me dancing and attending to whatever task was before me. To the family of Mr. Joseph Hill I thank you for the great man, that is of your blood line for the wonderful music he has given me and the world. Again Thank You and may he rest in peace. Rastafari Blessings Always!
M1L 4P2 <jquashbenjamin@hotmail.com>
Scarborough , Ontario Canada - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 00:31:07 (EDT)

"2 Sevens Clashed" came out at a time when my reggae journey was just beginning, Joseph Hill's commitment to cultural roots music was an inspiration and was a reaffermation to continue on the path to Culture and African roots, thank you Joseph hill wherever you are, and Blessedness on your family and nation, Ahoy, Earl Sundance.
Earl Sundance <roots40@yahoo.com>
paia, hi usa - Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 23:58:17 (EDT)

Pauline & family, I dont even know where to start my condolences from. As you know Its was a shock to me. But as we know JAH has call home one of his messengers and its always for the best. Joe will always be with us spiritually through his music. And our respect for him will prevail. He was like a great brother and friend to me and i pray he opens the way and guide us in the righteous path of the Jah.FROM (LIZ- AFRICAN QUEEN-SALONE,TWELVE TRIBES OF ISREAL,RASTAFARI YOUTH AND THE MUSICIAN OF SALONE). Your family and youth of Sierra Leone sends their condolences and know that his soul is in a peaceful resting place by Jah. And they are happy to have shared precious and righteous minutes with Joe. Family and friends of New York also say (JAH IS THE KEEPER AND FATHER OF US ALL) JAH JAH SEE THEM A COME!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for the peaceful death and great life. May his soul rest in peace. LIZ,ROSE,YVONNE AND ALL YOUR FRIENDS FROM THE TRAVEL AGENCY. JAH RASTAFARAI LIZ(SALONE QUEEN) SEE YOU AT THE FUNERAL.
ELIZABETH STANLEY <beola_2000@yahoo.com>
FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 23:55:59 (EDT)

Big up to an artist, musician, and all around amazing person. Let his message be heard throughout the years through his music. Jah Bless and much love to his family and friends. He will be missed but will now jam in Zion... Peace and Love
Tyler <whiteboy83086@aol.com>
Santa Barbara, Ca USA - Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 23:13:26 (EDT)

I had the honor of opening up and reasoning with the grear joseph hill a man of his stature in the reggae community made IanI feel like total bredren no ego just rastaman. Also lent words of encouaragement that I still feel honored to this day to have meet jah bless jah is in all man Jah is allman Ras tafari liveth and reign allah hu akbar
nibzdread jah vibes <nibzdread@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 22:56:55 (EDT)