Bob Marley & The Wailers
Bob Marley & The Wailers – Gold (Tuff Gong/Island/Universal Music,
2005)
Bob Marley has become news again with the celebrations of his 60th anniversary
and the controversy about the possible move of is remains to Ethiopia. For
those who want a great collection of Bob Marley songs, this is the album for
you. Bob Marley & The Wailers – Gold brings together 34 selections in a
2-CD set. It includes all of the hits and most popular songs from the reggae
master during his 1972-onward career on the Tuff Gong label. Included are popular reggae anthems such as “Stir It Up,” “I Shot The
Sheriff,” a live “No Woman, No Cry,” “One Love/People Get Ready,” “Get Up, Stand
Up,” “Exodus,” “Jamming” and “Buffalo Soldier.” Other well-known tracks are
“Waiting In Vain” and “Is This Love” as well as “Lively Up Yourself,” “Roots,
Rock, Reggae,” “Sun Is Shining,” a live “Trenchtown Rock” and an acoustic
“Redemption Song.”
The Gold series consists of two-CD retrospectives with complete career
overviews or extensive selections drawn from the artist’s most important years,
digitally remastered tracks, extensive liner notes, credits and period photos.
[Buy the Bob Marley
Gold album now].
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
