Bob Marley
Concrete JungleBob Marley Label: Charly SNAJ703CD Price: £ 14.67 (£12.76 outside EU)
Stunning 3-CD compact box set containing the best of Marley’s pre-Island recordings. This comprehensive set is an ideal introduction to reggae’s first, and greatest, superstar. Bob Marley is indisputably the single most important figure in the evolution of reggae from humble Jamaican roots to its acceptance as a global force in popular music. Bob Marley had already established himself as the leading voice of Reggae music before his signing to Island Records in 1972 and subsequent international super-stardom. This is clearly demonstrated by these highlights from his earlier recordings, which many authorities consider to be his finest and purest work.Very much roots-based, they are in marked contrast to Marley's later ones for Island, where his sound was tailored towards the lucrative rock market. These remarkable recordings from the late 60's and early 70's remain as testament to Marley's genius as both a songwriter and a singer. Comprising in the main of titles from his seminal sessions with famed producer Lee Perry, the set also features several titles which Marley was successfully to return to in later years, such as 'Trenchtown Rock', 'Lively Up Yourself', and 'Natural Mystic'. The set also contains several sought-after titles and versions, including 'Screw Face', 'Redder Than Red', 'Back Out' and his original recording of 'Concrete Jungle', one of the highlights from his Island debut album.Packaged in a compact box, each of the set's three discs is housed in its own wallet. This comprehensive set is an ideal introduction to reggae's first superstar. Tracklisting
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