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Greetings RAW members, we the staff of Shashemene Productions Recording Company regret to announce the passing of our beloved brother and co-worker in Christ and music. Maurice David Anthony Clarke was born on November 18, 1960 in Kingston, Jamaica to parents, Etta May and Arthur Clarke. Maurice began his education at Miss Bell's Private School, and then went on to St. Aloysious School where his musical talent began to emerge. There he played in the Drum Corps as a trombonist. From there his talents began to expand and he taught himself how to play the piano while he attended Coke Church. While at Coke Church his talent blossomed and grew and soon he was working with the youth choir doing arrangements, concert accompaniments and voice training. During this time he worked with several bands and artistes such as Frankie Paul and Kotch band. From there he went on to attend Durham College and Jamaica School of Music. Maurice worked at Survey and Title Office for five years before leaving for England. While there he worked with Derrick Morgan and also did several music projects with established producers from Jet Star Record Company. After spending two years in England he came to the United States of America. In 1990 he became a permanent member of the reggae band , Souljahs and was instrumental in creating their unique sound. In 1994, Maurice became a member of the Twelve Tribes of Israel!