Smiley Culture
David Victor Emmanuel (10 February 1963 – 15 March 2011), better known as Smiley Culture, was a British reggae singer and DJ known for his "fast chat" style. During a relatively brief period of fame and success, he produced two of the most critically acclaimed reggae singles of the 1980s. He died on 15 March 2011, aged 48, during a police raid on his home. An inquest found that his death was a suicide. Campaigners and his family have expressed scepticism about the official verdict and the police version of events.
Smiley Culture | |
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Mid-1980s publicity photo | |
| Born | David Victor Emmanuel 10 February 1963 South London, England |
| Died | 15 March 2011 (aged 48) Warlingham, Surrey, England |
| Cause of death | Suicide by stabbing |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, deejay, television presenter |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Reggae, dancehall |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | Late 1970s–early 1990s |
| Labels | Fashion, Polydor |
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