Artists & Performers

Bob Marley and the Wailers were a Jamaican reggae band formed in 1963 by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, and Bunny Wailer. They are one of the most iconic and influential bands in the history of reggae music. Marley, in particular, became the face of reggae music worldwide and remains one of the genre's most celebrated figures.The band's music often addressed social and political issues, advocating for peace, unity, and social justice. Their songs also celebrated Jamaican culture, spirituality, and the Rastafari movement.Some of Bob Marley and the Wailers' most famous songs include "No Woman, No Cry," "Redemption Song," "One Love," and "Three Little Birds." These songs, along with many others, have become anthems of reggae music and have had a profound impact on audiences around the world.Bob Marley's tragic death from cancer in 1981 at the age of 36 was a great loss to the music world, but his music and message continue to resonate with people across generations and cultures. The Wailers have continued to perform and record music in various iterations since Marley's passing, carrying on his legacy and spreading the message of love, unity, and social change through reggae music.