146 The Life and Music of Bob Marley

This week we are looking at the life and music of Bob Marley. We track his life from his humble beginnings, becoming the face of Jamaica, assassination attempt, exodus, to becoming a worldwide influence, stopping in on his amazing music along the way.

Indy’s Bob Marley Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1nstAXtZdMnU4AxgY-qe5ooaIFeOiu0LVNtKXNbAG2ss/edit?usp=sharing

 

ReMastered: Who Shot the Sheriff? Netflix Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbRamkuMUHI&t=1s&ab_channel=Netflix

 

Politics in Jamaica, The Smile Jamaica Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1Dc7Qro4ns&t=508s&ab_channel=BobMarley

 

Robert Nesta Marley OM (6 February 1945 – 11 May 1981) was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician. Considered one of the pioneers of reggae, his musical career was marked by fusing elements of reggae, ska, and rocksteady, as well as his distinctive vocal and songwriting style. Marley's contributions to music increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide, and made him a global figure in popular culture for over a decade. Over the course of his career, Marley became known as a Rastafari icon, and he infused his music with a sense of spirituality.[6] He is also considered a global symbol of Jamaican music and culture and identity, and was controversial in his outspoken support for democratic social reforms. In 1976, Marley survived an assassination attempt in his home, which was thought to be politically motivated. He also supported legalization of marijuana, and advocated for Pan-Africanism.