It's been 34 years since the world lost reggae poet/perfomer Bob Marley and his presence is missed even today in the world of music. Can you image what Marley would speak about regarding the issues in the world today??
Mr. Marley's music is actually timeless and his words still hold true today and his massive fan base can now get a more detailed and insightful look into all his work with a deluxe box set edition. The set is commemorating the fallen singer, who lost a battle with cancer, 70th birthday celebration entitled The Complete Island Recordings and The Complete Island Recordings: Collector's Edition.
The collection is poised for release September 25, 2014 and will feature 11albums on 180-gram vinyl and span his time with Island Records.
Via BobMarley.com:
"The Complete Island Recordings will include 11-LPs packaged in a rigid card box with lift top lid, and wrapped in silver paper that simulates the brushed metal finish of a hinged lighter. The Complete Island Recordings: Collector's Edition will included 11-LPs, a 70th anniversary slip mat and two photos in glassine envelopes, all packaged in a unique metal box set, numbered and lined with velvet and connected to truly emulate a hinged lighter.
Both boxes will include Bob's 70th Birthday logo and all nine Bob Marley & The Wailers studio albums recorded for Island Records, featuring some of their most celebrated releases, including "Catch A Fire," their 1973 label debut, and "Rastaman Vibration," their 1976 breakthrough album in the United States, along with two live albums "Live!" and "Babylon By Bus."
The 11 LP's from the box set will also be broken out and released individually on 180-gram vinyl beginning September 25th. Apart from the actual disc labels which will feature more recently reissued artwork, the LP's will faithfully replicate the original album pressings. The "Live!" album will include the original poster with the vinyl, while the "Exodus" album will feature the original gold metallic jacket with embossed lettering. The "Babylon By Bus" album will feature the die-cut cover with the color printed inner sleeves showing through."
Check out a vintage performance of Marley in his prime:
*Video and Images Via Bob Marley Estate*
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