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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Nicole Wootton-Cane

"I can't believe we won't be hearing it again": Residents pay tribute to much-loved 'Boom Box Man'

Residents have paid emotional tributes to a “much-loved local character” who was known for cycling around playing reggae music through his distinctive boombox.

Danny (Donovan) Smikle, affectionately known as the “Reggae Man” or the “Boom Box Man”, was well-known in Sale for his cheerful music and inspired smiles.

Sale residents and friends of the popular character have shared treasured memories of his passion for music and his smile, which “brightened everyone’s day”.

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