Description

This Music Bio tells the story of Bob Marley 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. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 36 from cancer.

This program looks at highlights of his life and career

Notes

French, Germany, Italian, Neutral Spanish, and Japanese Language Versions are available. This film is part of the Digital Series Rock Icons created by Monarch Films