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.)

Language ‏ : ‎ English
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.06 x 12.24 x 0.51 inches; 8.32 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Tuff Gong
Item model number ‏ : ‎ UM-060075303052
Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2009
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 17, 2008
Label ‏ : ‎ Tuff Gong
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000V7J82S
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
 
 
Track Listings
1    "Is This Love" 3:52
2    "No Woman, No Cry" (live) 4:05
3    "Could You Be Loved" (7" edit) 3:33
4    "Three Little Birds" 2:56
5    "Buffalo Soldier" (remix) 5:24
6    "Get Up, Stand Up" 3:17
7    "Stir It Up" (edit) 3:38
8    "One Love / People Get Ready" 2:52
9    "I Shot the Sheriff" (edit) 3:46
10    "Waiting in Vain" (remix) 4:10
11    "Redemption Song" 3:48
12    "Satisfy My Soul" (7" edit) 3:45
13    "Exodus" (remix) 5:24
14    "Jamming" (remix) 3:17