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The Wailers Band was the backing band for Bob Marley & The Wailers from 1974 until Bob Marley's death in 1981.
The Wailers started as Bob Marley, Bunny Wailer and Peter Tosh. Following the demise of The Wailers, Bob Marley proceeded with his group Bob Marley & The Wailers, with the Wailers Band as the backing band, and the I Threes as backup vocalists. The Wailers Band consisted of among others bassist Aston "Family Man" Barrett and his brother, drummer Carlton (Carlie) Barrett, who had been members of Lee "Scratch" Perry's studio band, The Upsetters,[1] with whom The Wailers had recorded some of their most notable songs.
After the death of Bob Marley in 1981, the Wailers Band was led by Junior Marvin and Aston Barrett.
The band continues to play live in concert, and in 2006 they played on 311's Summer Unity tour along with Pepper. In 2010, they are again touring with 311 on a spring tour, mostly focusing on the Pacific Northwest. Their current lineup includes: Elan Atias on lead vocals, Aston "Family Man" Barrett on bass, Keith Sterling on keys, Anthony Watson on drums, Audley Chisholm on rhythm guitar, Chico Chin on trumpet, Everald Gayle on trombone, Brady Walters and Cegee Victory on background vocals.
In 2008 former Wailers Junior Marvin, Al Anderson and Earl "Wya" Lindo began touring as The Original Wailers.
Recordings
Albums (after 1981)
- Live (2003)
- Live In Jamaica (2001)
- Live at Maritime Hall (1999)
- My Friends (1995)
- JAH Message (1994)
- Majestic Warriors (1991)
- I.D. (1989)
- Jerusalem with Alpha Blondy (1986)
- Leged Tour (Live) (1984)
With Other Artists
- "Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven" with Kenny Chesney (2008)
- "Makisupa Policeman" for Sharin' in the Groove (2001)
- Jerusalem (Alpha Blondy album) (1986)
- Inkarnation, Iya Karna album with the Wailers (1998)
- "Hi-Fi Calypso", with Karl Zéro (2005)
References
- ^ Lee Scratch Perry Interview, New Musical Express, 17 November 1984
