Third World

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Third World is a Jamaican reggae fusion band formed in 1973 with a sound influenced by soul, funk and disco. While undergoing several line-up changes, Richard Daley has been a constant member of the band since its inception in 1973. Third World started when keyboard player Michael "Ibo" Cooper (died 2023) and guitarist (and cellist) Stephen "Cat" Coore (son of former Deputy Prime Minister David Coore) (died 2026) , who had originally played in The Alley Cats and then Inner Circle, subsequently left to form their own band along with Inner Circle singer Milton "Prilly" Hamilton (died 2025). They recruited bassist Richard Daley, formerly of Ken Boothe's band and Tomorrow's Children, and added drummer Carl Barovier and former Inner Circle percussionist Irvin "Carrot" Jarrett (died 2018) before making their live debut in early 1974. William "Bunny Rugs" Clarke was lead singer from 1976 until his death in 2014. He was succeeded by A. J. Brown. They were soon signed by Island Records and tour