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Bob Marley
1945–1981
Jamaican singer, songwriter and guitarist (1945–1981)
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Key Dates
Birth
1945 February 6, 1945 →Biography
Robert Nesta Marley was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Considered one of the pioneers of reggae, he fused elements of reggae, ska, and rocksteady, and was renowned for his distinctive vocal and songwriting style. Marley increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide and became a global figure in popular culture. He became known as a Rastafarian icon, and he infused his music with a sense of spirituality. Marley is also considered a global symbol of Jamaican music, culture and identity and was controversial in his outspoken support for democratic social reforms. Marley also supported the legalisation of cannabis and advocated for pan-Africanism.
Timeline
Der jamaikanische Reggaemusiker Bob Marley heiratet seine Backgroundsängerin Rita Marley in Kingston.
February 10 →An assassination attempt is made on Bob Marley. He is shot twice, but plays a concert two days later.
December 3 →en Jamaica, Bob Marley sufre un intento de asesinato. Le disparan dos veces, pero él tocará un recital dos días después.
December 3 →More from the Postwar
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