Today is the 29th anniversary of Bob Marley's death. He lived a fascinating musical life - that continues through his kids and associated performers - and left a remarkable artistic and cultural contribution.
He performed his last concert in Pittsburgh on September 23, 1980, during his 'Uprising' tour (which incidentally had included his first-ever appearance in Ireland). Two days earlier, he had collapsed while jogging in Central Park after two shows at Madison Square Garden on Sept 19 & 20 (setlist here) when he and The Wailers had opened for The Commodores.
I didn't know this Ireland connection. Great to read these unknown aspects of known people.
ReplyDeleteI liked his music as well as the person.
Joy always,
Susan