Judge Dread, born Alexander Minto Hughes, was an English reggae and ska musician known for his cheeky and provocative lyrics, often laced with sexual innuendo. He made history as the first white artist to score a reggae hit in Jamaica and became infamous for having more of his songs banned by the BBC than any other artist. During the 1970s, his bold style made him second only to Bob Marley in UK reggae sales, with several million albums sold over a career spanning more than 25 years.