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Bob Marley

Born: Feb 6, 1945 in St. Ann, Jamaica
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Died: May 11, 1981 in Miami, FL
Genre: World
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
Babylon by Bus
Released: 1978
Label: Universal Distribution
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Arguably the most influential live reggae album ever, Babylon by Bus captures Bob Marley and the Wailers during the European leg of their Kaya tour in the spring of 1978. The success of this set was not ...Read full review
Burnin'
Released: 1973
Label: Universal Distribution
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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
New Victory Theater offers Bob Marley, Shakespeare
May 23, 12:24 PM EST
Bob Marley, Shakespeare and Peter Pan all part of upcoming The New Victory Theater season
2014 Grammys to be held Jan. 26 in Los Angeles
May 13, 8:38 AM EST
2014 Grammys to be held Jan. 26 in Los Angeles; 2015 Grammys to be held Feb. 8
LA's storied Gibson Amphitheatre closing in September
Apr 24, 9:54 PM EST
Los Angeles music landmark Gibson Amphitheatre to close in September after lease ends