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Forrest is a Toronto based playwright and songwriter. He begins by giving some background about himself and his family, who were West Africans brought to Jamaica in the slave trade. Forrest explains ...

In 1977, Marley was diagnosed with a malignant form of melanoma in his right big toe. The cancer in question was a type that was easy to miss, and it had already advanced significantly by the time ...

Canadian Duane Forrest brings Bob Marley back to life. San Francisco – San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) is pleased to present the Bay Area debut of Duane Forrest of Toronto, Canada, ...

Reggae music pioneer Bob Marley died at the too-young age of 36 in 1981 from melanoma. But his music lives forever in the hearts of music fans, if sales are an indication. His 1984 "Legend" best-of ...

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — As Reggae Month heats up in South Florida, residents and visitors alike are immersing themselves in the rhythms of Jamaican culture, food, and music. With a lineup of events ...

The estate of Bob Marley has lined up a series of events to celebrate what would have been the reggae legend’s 80th birthday. The festivities begin Thursday with an ‘Uprising’ Tribute Concert ...

Bob Marley’s most popular track of the 21st century has been revealed ahead of what would have been his 80th birthday. The pioneering reggae artist, who died aged 36 in 1981, would have celebrated his ...

Bob Marley’s music is a soundtrack for liberation, love and unity. With a discography spanning decades, the reggae legend has released albums that continue to carry messages of hope, resistance and ...

Bob Marley performed at the Smile Jamaica Concert two days after being shot, showing his commitment to peace and making one of the most powerful statements of his career. Marley’s 1977 album “Exodus” ...

Bob Marley, a musical icon, elevated reggae music from a Jamaican sound to a global phenomenon. Many years after his death, Marley continues to be one of the most admired musicians around the globe.

Reggae band Bob Marley & The Wailers holds the No. 1 position on the Billboard Year-End Reggae Albums Artists chart, as well as the Year-End Reggae Albums chart with their greatest hits collection ...