Morgan Heritage lead singer Peter Morgan passes away.
Written by Zenna Issa on February 26, 2024
Grammy award-winning Reggae band Morgan Heritage is in mourning following the sudden demise of their lead singer Peter Anthony Morgan.
According to a family statement, Peter passed away on February 25, 2024.
“It is out of sincere love that we share that our beloved husband, father, son, and brother and lead singer of Morgan Heritage Peter Anthony Morgan has ascended today February 25th, 2024.
“Jah comes and saves us from ourselves because love is the only way,” read part of the statement.
The family went on to ask the general for prayers and privacy during this difficult time.
“Our family thanks you in advance for your overwhelming love and support, and we ask for your continued prayers as we go through this process. We also ask that you please respect our privacy during this time of healing. Thank you!
“The Morgan Family,” the statement added.
Morgan Heritage
The group is composed of the Trinity: Peetah Morgan, Gramps Morgan, and Mr. Mojo Morgan, all the children of late reggae great Ras Denroy Morgan.
The Morgan Heritage Album
On April 21, 2023, the internationally acclaimed Reggae band, Morgan Heritage, released their latest album entitled ‘The Homeland’.
The album is a 21-track collection featuring collaborations with several talented artists from all over the world, including RnB King Otile Brown and Uganda’s Eddy Kenzo from East Africa.
Other notable artists featured in the album include Shaggy, Beenie Man, Popcaan, Shatta Wale, Ice Queen Cleo, Youssou N’Dour, Mádé Kuti, Alpha Blondy, Busy Signal, and Capleton among others.
This album marked a significant milestone for Morgan Heritage, as it was their first release since the passing of Denroy Morgan in 2022.
‘The Homeland’ is also a testament to the band’s global reach, as they expanded their creative horizons beyond their Caribbean roots to include the African continent and beyond.
This album was a project of rebirth for the Morgan brothers, built upon a lineage that has lasted decades and one that will continue to forge forward.