Danny Clarke, also known as Danny Red, is a British-Jamaican reggae artist renowned for his contributions to roots reggae. Born in London to Jamaican parents, Clarke's early exposure to reggae during his time in Jamaica ignited his passion for the genre. He began his musical career in the 1980s as a deejay with the City Dread sound system, initially performing under the name Danny Dread. To avoid confusion with other artists, he adopted the moniker Danny Red and shifted his focus to singing. By the early 1990s, he had established himself as a prominent roots reggae vocalist, leading to a historic contract with Columbia Records in 1994—the first roots reggae artist signed by the label in over a decade. His music, characterized by authentic reggae rhythms and conscious lyrics, continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Red?utm_source=openai))