Legend

Description

Island 50th Anniversary Special Edition. There are few musicians whose music
has indisputably advanced humanity. Reggae figurehead Bob Marley–a
songwriter, poet, activist, and visionary–is one of them. The idea that a
single-disc collection could represent the depth, breadth, and power of
Marley’s achievement is far-fetched, but LEGEND makes an excellent attempt.
Every single one of its tracks is outstanding, and the artist’s different
faces–revolutionary (“Get Up Stand Up”), romantic (“Is This Love”), devout
Rastafarian (“Buffalo Soldier”), and prophet (“One Love/People Get Ready”) are
equally represented.In addition to his moving message of love and unity,
Marley is a master songwriter, as the timelessness of songs like “Stir It Up,”
“I Shot the Sheriff,” and the gorgeous, poignant “Redemption Song” proves. Of
course, a true sampling of Marley’s output would require some early ska
material, the Wailer’s debut (CATCH A FIRE), the definitive NATTY DREAD, and
his later-period opus EXODUS, but LEGEND provides a highly satisfying, if
brief, overview of Marley’s genius. A record well suited to any location,
season, or time of day, it has proven universal in its appeal. The music
herein is as essential as air. (Note: The Deluxe Edition CD includes two bonus
tracks and an additional disc of remixes).

Features:

Product Details:

• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.36 x 12.36 x 0.31 inches; 8.32 Ounces
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Tuff Gong
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ UM-
• Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2009
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 17, 2008
• Label ‏ : ‎ Tuff Gong
• Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA