Beres Hammond, born Hugh Beresford Hammond on August 28, 1955, in Annotto Bay, Jamaica, is a celebrated reggae singer-songwriter renowned for his soulful voice and emotive lyrics. Influenced by American R&B legends like Sam Cooke and Otis Redding, as well as Jamaican ska and rocksteady icons such as Alton Ellis, Hammond has masterfully blended these styles into his signature lovers rock sound. His illustrious career spans over four decades, marked by timeless hits like "Tempted to Touch," "I Feel Good," and "Rockaway." Hammond's contributions to music have earned him two Grammy nominations and the prestigious Order of Jamaica in 2013, solidifying his status as a cornerstone of reggae music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beres_Hammond?utm_source=openai))