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Joseph Niles passes

September 21st, 2015 | Tags: Joseph Niles gospel singer This Train Barbados
Gospel singer Joseph Niles. Photo: Nation News
NATION NEWS

JOSEPH NILES the patriarch of gospel music in Barbados, according to reports, died last night after ailing for a number of years.

Known for putting his own stamp on a number of traditional gospel songs, Niles was once the upfront man of theConsolers who served as Barbados ambassadors through the Caribbean.

Among his hits were This TrainRoyal TelephoneJust A Rose Will DoLive Your ReligionWalking Up The King’s HighwayA Little More Oil In My Lamp and De Devil Gone Mad.

He was described as a humble person who broke down a number of barriers with his interpretation of gospel music which sometimes found itself into the dancehall across the island. (JS)

3 Responses to “Joseph Niles passes”

  • Bro (21/09/2015, 18:16) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    RIP Bro. you did well.
  • 123 (21/09/2015, 22:55) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    oh no RIP
  • Voter Too (22/09/2015, 12:36) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    I always cherish your songs and music. Across the Caribbean and more so the entire world many love your music. Now you have journeyed on another train to meet your maker .Rest in peace heavenly Songbird.


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