Bob Marley

Born: Feb 6, 1945 in St. Ann, Jamaica
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Died: May 11, 1981 in Miami, FL
Genre: Reggae
Styles: Roots Reggae, Political Reggae, Rocksteady, Ska
Biography: Reggae's most transcendent and iconic figure, Bob Marley was the first Jamaican artist to achieve international superstardom, in the process introducing the music of his native island nation to the far-flung corners of the globe. Marley's music gave voice to the day-to-day struggles of the Jamaican experience, ...Read full biography
Catch a Fire
Released: 1973
Label: Tuff Gong
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Catch a Fire was the major label debut for Bob Marley and the Wailers, and it was an international success upon its release in 1973. Although Bob Marley may have been the main voice, every member of the ...Read full review
Burnin'
Released: 1973
Label: Tough Gong/Island
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The Wailers' fourth album overall, Burnin', was their second for Island Records, released only six months after its predecessor, Catch a Fire. Given that speed, it's not surprising that several tracks ...Read full review
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