PROFILE ON CLINTON LINDSAY:
For more than 45 years, Clinton Lindsay has been a driving force in the development and promotion of Reggae music in the United States. In the Fall of 1976, Clinton became the second of only two Black students on WTNY FM, the campus-based radio station of his Alma Mater, New York Institute Of Technology (Dr. Bob Lee of WBLS fm fame, was the other). After graduating with his Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Communication Arts, in 1981, on October 7, 1982, he joined the staff at WHBI 105.9fm (which was later changed to WNWK), where he stayed until 1997. During those years, Mr. Lindsay was involved in various functions aimed at the continued development of Reggae music in the United States, which his colleagues started before him – Ken Williams, Jeff Barnes, Karl Anthony, Earl Chin, Gil Bailey, and Ronnie McGowan.
Lindsay however, paid special attention to the much neglected genre known as – dancehall. Among his many functions, he wore the hat of a promoter, booking agent, artist manager, journalist, chart compiler, publisher, and the founder of New York’s first Reggae award presentation – The Tamika Reggae Awards – which was named for his daughter. He headed the award presentations from 1989 – 2000. Over the years, Clinton Lindsay has taken his talent to various radio stations in the New York tri-area, including WWRL, WRTN, and WPAT, while still commuting to WRTC/Hartford, and WYBC/New Haven. He has also taken the time to tutor outstanding broadcasters like Valerie Newman, Chris the Dubb Master, Byron Kerr Jr., Dahved Levy, Marlon Burrell and the late TK Smith.
During the 1980′s, Clinton Lindsay was very instrumental in launching the American careers of such Reggae superstars as: Papa San, Lt. Stitchie, Shabba Ranks, Chevelle Franklyn, Super Cat, Tiger, Cocoa Tea, Admiral Bailey, Wayne Smith, Snow, Pinchers, Shinehead, Major Mackerel, Reggie Stepper, Sister Charmaine, Derrick Parker, Michael Palmer, Cutty Ranks, Sanchez, Ninja Man, Tanto Metro, Peter Lloyd, Robert French, Peter Metro, Chaka Demus, Little John, Phillip Fraser, Colin Roach, Richie Stephens, Burro Banton, Lady G, Wayne Wonder, Shelly Thunder, Wicker Man, Early B, Lovindeer, Flourgon, Anthony Malvo, Worl-A-Girl, Red Dragon, Little Twitch, Junie Ranks, John Wayne, Courtney Melody, Professor Nuts, Half Pint, Pliers, Junior Reid, Captain Barkey, Beres Hammond, Echo Minott, Shaggy, General Trees, L.U.S.T., Dirtsman, Bounty Killer, Mad Cobra, Toyan, Hugo Barrington, Patra, Brian & Tony Gold, Anthony Redrose, Ugly Man, Daddy Lizard, Lady Ann, Daddy Blue, Michael Prophet, Junior Cat, Foxy Brown, Malibu, Ricky Stereo, Lady Junie, Wolfman, Simple Simon, Yami Bolo, Tonto Irie, Little Lenny, Don Angelo, among others.
After 29 years in New York City, Mr. Lindsay relocated to South Florida in December 2002. Upon his arrival, he immediately joined VIBEZ fm, where he stayed until 2005. He branched out on his own to operate the award-winning, adult contemporary LYNKS fm. The South Florida-based newspaper The New Times, in 2007, awarded LYNKS fm its citation of being the best programmed fm radio station in the area! His record of accomplishments speaks for itself. Some of the biggest names in the Reggae music industry owe their careers to the unselfish deeds of Clinton Lindsay. His contributions to the development of Reggae music in the U.S.A is an undeniable fact that is noted in the history books – “to whom credit is due, credit is given!” Considered a musical connoisseur by the industry in general, and by his many listeners in particular, Clinton Lindsay continues to open doors for today’s upcoming artists, producers, and managers.
And after several name changes over 35 years, he continues to compile the longest running and most respected Reggae chart in America – The New York Foundation Radio Network Top 30 Music Chart. And in February 2003, he started The South Florida Top 25 Reggae Chart. Join him on his daily trip on the ever popular “The Foundation Radio Network– where it all begins,” Monday – Friday 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET. @ www.clintonlindsay.com and is carried by several radio stations across the USA, follow him on twitter @clintonlindsay2.
On August 11, 2019, The Merritone Family Day Inc. honored Clinton Lindsay with a United States Congressional Proclamation, for his outstanding contributions to Jamaican culture in the New York/Tri State area. He was also given the “Golden Microphone” as a pioneer in Caribbean broadcasting.
On August 25, 2019, on the campus of Nova University in Davie, Florida, the Rootz Of Music Inc. presented Mr. Lindsay with the Jamaican Music Excellence Award for his contribution as “Broadcast Journalist, Radio Station Manager, Concert Promoter and Chart Compiler.”
On February 24, 2022, during its annual Black History Month celebration, the South Florida city of Miramar, presented Mr. Lindsay with the “Reggae Icon Award” for his contribution to the music industry.
On March 22, 2024, the 41st International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) presented Mr. Lindsay with an “Award of Honor for Outstanding & Unique Contributions to the Music Industry.”
On March 27, 2024, the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) presented Mr. Lindsay with the “Extraordinary Contribution to the Reggae Industry Radio/Television” award.
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“The show must go on!” and so we work tirelessly to promote our culture especially through music. Clinton, you are one of the unsung heroes of the Reggae Movement in America. Thanks!
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