Review: Reportedly written and recorded after hearing The Clash's cover of Junior Murvin's 'Police & Thieves', 'Punky Reggae Party' isn't one of the more celebrated releases in Bob Marley's discography. Yet there's so much to like about it, as this reissue of the original Jamaican 12" proves. For starters, it saw Marley and the Wailers reunite in the studio with legendary producer Lee 'Scratch' Perry, whose stylistic ticks and subtle touches are evident throughout. It was produced in 1977 at height of disco fever (something Perry was particularly suspicious of, believing that it was leading Rastafarian youths astray) and the A-side is a genuinely epic reggae 'disco mix' that rolls out to nine minutes and includes some fine scat freestyling from Marley. The similarly epic flip-side dub is not Perry's wildest, but undeniably dancefloor ready.
Review: 'Mr. Brown' is among the most coveted songs by Bob Marley and the Wailers, as it cemented the bond between Marley and Upsetter Lee 'Scratch' Perry, with the latter producing the track in his famed home studio Black Ark. Based on a popular ghost story about a spectral clown allegedly seen riding around Jamaican countryside in a three-wheeled coffin (three vultures were said to have been perched on top of the coffin, one looking for a 'Mr. Brown'), the song takes thorough advantage of popular folk consciousness in its spooky production and stick-in-your-mind charm. This 12" version also comes with the melodic plodders 'Natural Mystic' and 'The Heathen'.
Review: Celebrating the extraordinary new biopic Bob Marley: One Love, Island/UMe releases a limited edition of Marley's timeless album Exodus. This version features the original album with an alternate cover, an exclusive 10" LP of rare bonus tracks and an essay by Jamaican music historian Herbie Miller, all encased in a gatefold design for the first time. Miller's liner notes illuminate Exodus as a profound document revealing Marley's contemplations, fears, and steadfast commitment to equity and spreading Rastafari spirituality globally. The alternate cover, designed by Marley's friend and creative director Neville Garrick, initially depicted a migrating bird symbolizing the parting of the Red Sea, with Marley and the Wailers under Haile Selassie's gaze. This original design is featured on the back of the new release. The bonus 10" LP includes dub versions of 'Exodus,' 'Jamming,' and 'Punky Reggae Party,' along with the rare track 'Roots,' making their vinyl debut after decades. These additions provide a deeper, immersive way to experience Marley's visionary artistry.
Review: The legend of Bob Marley lives on and is as strong as ever every time a new germination comes along and connects with his universal messages of peace, love and understanding. The man with a million hits of course had the eternal support of The Wailers to help him spread his good vibes and Legend is an album that shows this off best. This special edition picture disc is a real collectors edition and comes with all the standards - "Could You Be Loved", "I Shot The Sheriff", "Buffalo Soldier" and many more.
Rastaman Chant (LP2: Paris Theatre London, 24th May 1973)
Slave Driver
Stop That Train
No More Trouble
400 Years
Midnight Ravers (5:29)
Stir It Up (6:36)
Concrete Jungle (6:36)
Get Up, Stand Up (6:36)
Kinky Reggae (6:36)
Slave Driver (Jamaican extended version - LP3: Sessions) (3:05)
400 Years (Jamaican extended version) (3:08)
High Tide Or Low Tide (Jamaican alternate version) (5:06)
Stir It Up (Jamaican alternate version) (3:22)
No More Trouble (Jamaican extended instrumental) (6:38)
Stir It Up (Jamaican Extra Organ version) (3:38)
No More Trouble (Jamaican extended version) (5:37)
Stop That Train (Working mono version) (2:26)
Slave Driver (LP4: live At The The Sundown Theatre, Edmonton, UK, May 1973) (4:04)
Get Up, Stand Up (6:25)
Stop That Train (3:59)
Review: Catch A Fire, Bob Marley and The Wailers' seminal first release on Island Records, universally regarded as the album that put reggae music on the global stage, is being re-issued via UMe on November 3 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of its original release in 1973. The album features nine songs, two of which were written by Peter Tosh and the rest by Marley. 'Slave Driver', one of the most powerful tracks on the album, will be released as a single, accompanied by remarkable live performance footage recently unearthed from the legendary Edmonton show in England in 1973.
Review: First released as an unofficial bootleg LP way back in 1976 and later officially issued on CD, Bob Marley & The Wailers' 1975 concert at The Quiet Club in Chicago finally gets a 'proper' vinyl release. This time round, the hour-long recording has been stretched across two slabs of wax, pressed at 45rpm, to ensure a loud, bass-heavy cut. It's a fantastic snapshot of one of reggae music's most iconic bands at the peak of their powers, laying down fabulous versions of classic cuts including 'Trenchtown Rock', 'Natty Dread', 'Rebel Music', 'Midnight Ravers' and 'I Shot The Sheriff'. If you're a fan of Marley - and most people are to a certain extent - you need this in your life.
Review: A formative moment in the Wailers' illustrious career and, as the title of the album would suggest, a pivotal record in reggae history, marking the Wailers' evolution into a socially conscious powerhouse. Originally released in 1970 under the production genius of Lee 'Scratch' Perry, the album features the Wailers' transition from ska roots to the deeply introspective and groove-laden sound that would define their legacy. Now reissued on striking blue smoky vinyl, this release offers fans a beautifully remastered glimpse into the early brilliance of Marley, Tosh, and Livingstone. From the hypnotic title track 'Soul Rebel' to the r&b-infused 'Try Me', the album ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with understated yet compelling instrumentation. Tracks like 'My Cup' and 'Souls Almighty' exude a raw charm, with Perry's minimalist production accentuating the trio's vocal harmonies and the dominant, pulsating basslines. Tosh's contributions, including the reflective 'No Sympathy' and the urgent '400 Years', add depth and edge to the record, balancing Marley's easygoing delivery with a sense of defiant purpose. Despite its stripped-down approach, Soul Rebels brims with atmosphere, offering an entrancing listening experience.
So Much Trouble In The World (feat Nutty O & Winky D) (3:52)
Dem Belly Full (feat Rema & Skip Marley) (3:12)
Redemption Song (feat Ami Faku) (3:24)
Waiting In Vain (feat Tiwa Savage) (4:01)
Turn Your Lights Down Low (feat Afro B) (3:35)
Three Little Birds (feat Teni & Oxlade) (4:27)
Buffalo Soldier (feat Davido) (4:48)
Stir It Up (feat Sarkodie) (3:39)
Jammin (feat Ayra Starr) (2:25)
One Love (feat Patoranking) (2:27)
Review: Africa Unite (named after one of his 1979 tracks) is an album that finds Bob Marley's greatest tunes all reworked in a contemporary Afrobeat style by fine modern African musicians. It's a great project that Marley himself would surely have approved of and would have no doubt been involved with had he still been around. Often times the vocals are left quite similar to the originals, but reworked into languid electronic rhythms with nice noodling synths and plenty of brass and horns. Standouts for us include 'Redemption Song' (feat Ami Faku) and 'Three Little Birds' (feat Teni & Oxlade).
Review: This electrifying 1973 live broadcast captures Bob Marley & The Wailers during their US tour supporting the Burnin' album. Originally aired on KSAN-FM, the set showcases the legendary lineup of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Aston "Familyman" Barrett, Carlton Barrett, Earl "Wire" Lindo and Joe Higgs, all of whom were at the peak of their powers. The album takes in standout cuts from Burnin', including unforgettable contributions from Tosh and the performance follows their short-lived stint touring with Sly & The Family Stone. It's an unfiltered, visceral document of reggae history in the making that reflects the Wailers' seismic impact just before they exploded into international stardom.
Rastaman Chant (LP2: Paris Theatre London, 24th May 1973)
Slave Driver
Stop That Train
No More Trouble
400 Years
Midnight Ravers (5:29)
Stir It Up (6:36)
Concrete Jungle (6:36)
Get Up, Stand Up (6:36)
Kinky Reggae (6:36)
Slave Driver (Jamaican extended version - LP3: Sessions) (3:05)
400 Years (Jamaican extended version) (3:08)
High Tide Or Low Tide (Jamaican alternate version) (5:06)
Stir It Up (Jamaican alternate version) (3:22)
No More Trouble (Jamaican extended instrumental) (6:38)
Stir It Up (Jamaican Extra Organ version) (3:38)
No More Trouble (Jamaican extended version) (5:37)
Stop That Train (Working mono version) (2:26)
Slave Driver (LP4: live At The The Sundown Theatre, Edmonton, UK, May 1973) (4:04)
Get Up, Stand Up (6:25)
Stop That Train (3:59)
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