GRANTLEY HAYNES LAUNCHES PAGE-TURNER: ‘THE BRITISH REGGAE MUSIC INDUSTRY. A WINDRUSH LEGACY: MY STORY’
Grantley ‘GT’ Haynes is a living archive of British reggae. With his evocative book, The British Reggae Music Industry. A Windrush Legacy: My Story, Haynes stitches together history, culture, and his firsthand experiences. More than a memoir, it’s a masterclass in how music shapes identity.
For decades, Haynes has been the heartbeat of the UK’s reggae scene. From his humble start as a local DJ to mentoring Grammy-nominated stars like Pato Banton and Tippa Irie, his journey reads like a soundtrack of British youth culture.
Through his eyes, readers dive deep into the genre’s roots, uncovering untold tales of sound systems, iconic bands, and cultural clashes that birthed a movement.
HAYNES’ LEGACY STANDS AS A TRIBUTE TO REGGAE’S RESILIENCE AND ITS POWER TO AMPLIFY MARGINALISED VOICES
At the soul of the story lies the Windrush generation. Caribbean immigrants carried their rhythms to British soil, bridging cultures and rewriting what it meant to belong. Haynes, a UK-born descendant, vividly illustrates how reggae became a lifeline for expression and unity.
Known for bold moves like organising the historic Birmingham Maximilian MC clash in 1985, featuring Macka B and Tippa Irie, Haynes continues to inspire. His legacy, captured in this compelling read, stands as a tribute to reggae’s resilience and its power to amplify marginalised voices.
Not only does Haynes document history, he breathes life into it, making his book a must-have for music lovers and cultural explorers alike.
ABOUT GRANTLEY HAYNES
Grantley ‘GT’ Haynes is a trailblazing producer, mentor, and entrepreneur with a deep love for reggae and community upliftment. Founder of GT’s Records and My Boyz Beatz, he launched stars like Grammy nominees Pato Banton and Tippa Irie.
His book, The British Reggae Music Industry. A Windrush Legacy: My Story, reveals reggae’s journey in Britain, blending culture, identity, and resistance. From iconic MC clashes to shaping legends, GT’s legacy defines reggae’s enduring impact.
