Byron Lee and the Dragonaires was a prominent Jamaican ska, calypso and soca band, founded by Byron Lee and his friend Carl Brady in 1956. Their music, known for its rich, energetic sound, played a significant role in bringing Caribbean music to the world stage. The band was particularly instrumental in popularizing the ska genre in the 1960s. Over the years, they produced influential works such as "Jamaica Ska" and "Tiny Winey," leaving an indelible mark on the development of Caribbean music.