Bob Marley & The Wailers
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: Jamaica
- Born: 1963 in Kingston, Jamaica
- Died: 11 May 1981, Miami, Florida, United States
- Active: 1963 - 1981
Biography
Originating as the vocal trio The Wailers in 1963, the group evolved from a premier Jamaican ska act into the world-renowned reggae band Bob Marley & The Wailers. The 1974 departure of founders Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer prompted a restructuring, with Marley fronting a new lineup that included the I-Threes vocal trio and the formidable rhythm section of brothers Aston and Carlton Barrett. This iteration merged reggae with rock and blues influences, defined by socially conscious lyrics and a distinctive one-drop rhythm. The group's work with #Island Records# globalized reggae, establishing a musical and cultural template that continues to signify Jamaican identity.
Genres
Bob Marley & The Wailers Discography
- Catch a Fire (1973) - Album - rated 4.14/5
- Natty Dread (1974) - Album - rated 4.56/5
- Exodus (1977) - Album - rated 4.37/5
- Legend: The Best of Bob Marley and the Wailers (1984) - Compilation - rated 4.57/5
- Destiny: Rare Ska Sides From Studio One (1999) - Compilation - rated 3.11/5
- The Complete Bob Marley & the Wailers 1967-1972, Part 1: Selassie is the Chapel (1999) - Compilation - rated 3.17/5
- The Complete Bob Marley & the Wailers 1967-1972, Part 1: Rock to the Rock (1999) - Compilation - rated 3.19/5
Members
- Bob Marley - lead vocals, guitar (1963–1981)
- Peter Tosh - vocals, guitar, keyboards (1963–1974)
- Bunny Wailer - vocals, percussion (1963–1974)
- Aston Barrett - bass (1969–1981)
- Carlton Barrett - drums (1969–1981)
- Earl Lindo - keyboards (1973–1981)
- Alvin Patterson - percussion (1974–1981)
- Junior Marvin - lead guitar (1977–1981)
- Tyrone Downie - keyboards (1976–1981)