Optimistic, Joyful Reggae specialists Ernie Smith (centre) and the Roots Revival are attracting a following in the pubs and clubs around Metro. The ci(...)

Original Toronto Star caption: Optimistic; Joyful Reggae specialists Ernie Smith (centre) and the Roots Revival are attracting a following in the pubs and clubs around Metro. The city's best entertainers are ignored by radio and record industry; but they have a sense of place and purpose that travelling stars don't.