Memphis musician Omar Higgins’ funeral set for Clayborn Temple
Joseph Higgins (left) sits with his brother David Higgins (right) outside of Clayborn Temple where they have planned to have the funeral service for their late brother Omar Higgins. Higgins was best known for his influence in the Memphis music scene as the lead for the band Negro Terror and Chinese Connection Dub Embassy. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
Omar Higgins, leader of reggae band Chinese Connection Dub Embassy and hardcore punk band Negro Terror, died April 18 at the age of 37.
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A native Memphian, Elle Perry has earned graduate degrees from the University of Memphis and Maryland Institute College of Art. She’s written for publications including the Memphis Business Journal, Memphis Flyer and High Ground News, and previously served as coordinator of The Teen Appeal.
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