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Robert “Dubwise” Browne is one of Jamaica’s most prolific guitarists. He performed at the Air Jamaica Jazz & Blues festival in 2005 (main stage) and returned in January 2008 with an awe-inspiring performance on the Ocean Spray stage to a large and enthusiastic audience. Robert is the executive producer of his debut CD, “Robert Dubwise: Birth” (Dubz House 2004). “Birth” is a pleasurable mix of reggae, contemporary jazz, rock and dancehall styles. Guest artists include famed saxophonist Dean Fraser and veteran guitarist Ernie Ranglin. The name Browne is synonymous with Jamaican reggae music as the island’s name is with the sun, sand and having glorious fun. Robert’s uncles, Cleveland “Clevie” Browne (of the famed duo Steely & Clevie) and Danny Browne are two of Jamaica’s best-known record producers/musicians. Their brother, Noel Browne is a much-respected musician/songwriter who arranges for top acts such as Freddie McGregor. Dalton Browne (Freddie McGregor’s musical director) is one of Jamaica’s top rhythm guitarists who is in constant demand by record producers across the island. Robert’s father, Glen Browne, does production on a smaller scale than his siblings, but is highly respected among his peers. Glen has toured for many years as a bass player for Jimmy Cliff, Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, Luciano, Monty Alexander and others. Now, the younger generation of Brownes is emerging to carry on the tradition; among them is guitarist Robert “Dubwise” (or simp