It saw performers like Lord Laro, Jackie Opel, Lyn Taitt and Lord Creator being honoured. Then in 2006, he had the bright idea of rewarding those from other locales, whether Jamaica-born or not, who have contributed to our musical legacy. As the years elapsed, other categories were included. King Omar, as Goodison is sometimes called, conceptualised Tributes to The Greats in 1998, primarily to recognise and assist performers who have made invaluable contributions to our music but have become destitute.

They were initially brought to Jamaica at the invitation of hotelier and Glass Bucket Club owner Abe Issa to do resident duties at his club.

Working out with The Caribs band, they brought to Jamaica a new style - Latin rhythms that coloured a number of outstanding Jamaican hits by Jackie Edwards, The Jiving Juniors, Charlie Babcock and Laurel Aitken. But perhaps my most satisfying moment would be the Australian Connection.' On that momentous evening in 2012 at the 15th staging, three Australia-born musicians Peter Stoddart (keyboardist), Dennis Sindrey (guitarist) and Lowell Morris (drummer) - were awarded for their contribution to Jamaican music. Over 200 and odd awardees so far and another 11 this year. Speaking to me on the radio last Saturday evening, he said, 'Looking back on what we have achieved over the years, it has become mind-boggling. Kingsley Goodison has declared that one of the most satisfying moments in his 21 years at the helm of the annual Tributes to The Greats Awards Show and Dance was what he called the 'Australian Connection'.

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