Dennis Brown not only recorded more that 75 albums over his career, but was also one of the central pillars of the romantic subgenre of reggae music known as ‘lovers rock’.
More than anyone else, the collaboration between Mr. Barrett and Marley turned both the Wailers and reggae itself into a global phenomenon during the 1970s.
Aston Barrett, legendary bassist of the Wailers and pioneer of reggae music, has passed away at the age of 77. Explore his profound impact on Jamaican music, his collaborations with Bob Marley, and his enduring legacy.
Aston 'Family Man' Barrett, the original bassist for Bob Marley and the Wailers, has died. Aston Barrett Jr, his son, took to Instagram to share the news of his father's passing after a prolonged medical battle. Barrett died at the University of.