Bob Marley Tag

Throughout history, no artist has so dominated the world of music as Bob Marley. A musical, political and even spiritual icon, a figure of almost mythical proportions, both poet and prophet, Marley was the first Jamaican artist to give voice to the struggles of his people and the Rastafarian culture, and the first to gain worldwide fame. Today, Bob Marley remains one of the 20th century’s most important and influential entertainment icons. Marley’s lifestyle and music continue to inspire new generations around the world as his legacy lives on throughRead More

The legendary “Bad Boys” (Cops TV Show soundtrack) of Reggae, Inner Circle; Junior Marvin, former lead guitarist/backup singer of Bob Marley & The Wailers and former lead singer of The Wailers; Billy Branch, a beacon of Chicago Blues and cultural activist, and “Da Prince Ah Belize,” Lova Boy are set to perform at the 21st Annual African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) on, Saturday, July 6th in Union Park, 1501 West Randolph Street in downtown Chicago’s West loop. For over 30 years, Inner Circle has given us numerous hits withRead More

The month of February holds significance for several reasons, for one it’s the month dedicated to black history, and secondly it’s the birth month of Reggae’s greatest star Bob Marley, born Robert Nesta Marley. Many events are usually planned around these times, and one such event will be held in Vancouver, Canada on Saturday February 9th 2013. Prominent radio host George Barrett will once again present his annual Bob Marley Birthday Day Bash. This year will be the 26th installment, and Canada’s most prolific reggae artist Steele will headline. Steele’sRead More