Jimmy Cliff and the roots of Toronto’s reggae scene, Part 2
Cheryl Thompson presents a two-part series for Black History Month in 2026
By John Lorinc“A variety of things went wrong.” The Globe’s unflattering verdict noted that Cliff was not as enthralling to watch as Marley, whose two-hour show at Massey Hall “left people dancing into the aisles as he leapt about the stage working the crowd into a frenzy.” “Cliff’s approach,” the paper continued, “is more controlled.” Contrast’s reviewer was also harsh. “Cliff’s concert at Massey Hall lacked a couple of things. The sound system was close to rotten and the band was not in the... Read more
