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Bob Marley: The Legend Lives On in Music and Film

Biopic - Bob Marley - Kacey Musgraves - Kingsley Ben-Adir - Music Tribute - Reggae

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Bob Marley's legacy continues to thrive in the world of music and film, with Kingsley Ben-Adir's portrayal of the iconic reggae legend captivating audiences in the upcoming biopic 'Bob Marley: One Love.' As viewers delve into the behind-the-scenes world of Marley and his Wailers band recording the classic hit 'Jamming,' the film sheds light on the life and music of the Jamaican singer-songwriter.

Adding to the musical homage, Kacey Musgraves wowed fans with her rendition of 'Three Little Birds,' featured on the 'Bob Marley: One Love' EP releasing on February 14. The EP not only showcases Musgraves' talent but also includes other renowned artists like Daniel Caesar, paying tribute to Marley's timeless tunes.

Moreover, the immersive experience extends beyond the screen with the 'Bob Marley: One Love' pop-up in London, offering fans a chance to immerse themselves in Marley's world. From exclusive screenings to music-filled events, the pop-up celebrates the enduring influence of the reggae legend.

As the film premieres and music tributes unfold, delve into the captivating journey of Bob Marley through the eyes of actors like Kingsley Ben-Adir and Lashana Lynch, who bring the Marley legacy to life on screen. From transformative performances to heartfelt covers, the celebration of Bob Marley's impact on music and culture continues to resonate globally.

Intriguingly, the 'One Love' concert held by Bob Marley in 1978 aimed to foster peace in a politically turbulent Jamaica, highlighting his commitment to harmony through music. Additionally, Rita Marley, Bob's supportive wife and musical partner, played a pivotal role in his life and career, contributing to his lasting musical legacy.

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Watch Kingsley Ben-Adir's Bob Marley 'Jamming' in the Studio in ... (Billboard)

In a new clip from 'Bob Marley: One Love,' go inside the studio with Kingsley Ben-Adir's Marley and his full Wailers band as they record "Jamming.

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Bob Marley One Love movie: The cast and the real life people they ... (Smooth Radio)

Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer-songwriter who popularized reggae music worldwide. He was born in 1945 in Nine Miles, Jamaica, to a white father and a black ...

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Hear Kacey Musgraves Cover Bob Marley's 'Three Little Birds' for ... (Rolling Stone)

Bob Marley: One Love (Music Inspired by the Film), also out Feb. 14, is a seven-song EP featuring reinterpretations of Marley song by Musgraves, Daniel Caesar, ...

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BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE | OFFICIAL TRAILER - Entertainment (Verge Magazine)

Produced in partnership with the Marley family and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary musician and Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE ...

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One Love: How Kingsley Ben-Adir became Bob Marley on the set of ... (Myjoyonline.com)

Actor Kingsley Ben-Adir knows what it is like to play an iconic black leader. In the last four years, he has portrayed former US president Barack Obama in ...

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Listen to Kacey Musgraves Perform Bob Marley's “Three Little Birds ... (American Songwriter)

Honoring the late Bob Marley, Kacey Musgraves recently shared her cover of his hit song "Three Little Birds."

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Wizkid & Bloody Civilian to appear on new Bob Marley EP (Pulse Nigeria)

Nigerian musical powerhouses, Wizkid and Bloody Civilian are set to appear as featured artists on a forthcoming EP celebrating the enduring legacy of reggae ...

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BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE POP UP ARRIVES IN LONDON - London ... (London Post)

To celebrate the theatrical release of BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE, an exclusive Pop Up experience has today been announced at The Outernet, Charing Cross Road.

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Kacey Musgraves Shares Cover Of Bob Marley's "Three Little Birds ... (Stereogum)

It feels like we're getting a lot of news about music biopics today. These things keep coming out! Nobody's willing to stop them! Dewey Cox's brother died ...

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Kingsley Ben-Adir says watching 'Stop Making Sense' prepared him ... (Rolling Stone UK)

Kingsley Ben-Adir has explained how watching Talking Heads' legendary concert film Stop Making Sense inspired him when playing Bob Marley in a new biopic.

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How Kingsley Ben-Adir transformed into Bob Marley on the set of ... (CNN)

It sounds like Kingsley Ben-Adir can thank Greta Gerwig, in part, for his performance in “Bob Marley: One Love.”

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Win Tickets To The Irish Premiere Screening Of Bob Marley: One ... (TodayFM)

Bob Marley: One Love opens exclusively in cinemas February 14.A celebration of the life and legacy of music icon Bob Marley, the film will bring the love, ...

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Bob Marley Film Premiere Stirs Memories Of Reggae Icon's ... (DancehallMag)

Head of the Reggae Studies Unit at the University of the West Indies, Dr. Sonjah Stanley Niaah, says she was distressed at the paradoxical sight of those.

How Bob Marley Used the 'One Love' Concert as a Gesture for Peace (History)

Marley hoped the star-studded concert, held in Kingston, Jamaica in 1978, could help bring stability to a politically divided, violence-stricken country.

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Bob Marley's Wife: Get to Know Rita Marley (Hollywood Life)

Bob Marley was married to his wife, Rita Constantia Marley, for nearly 20 years before the late Reggae singer died. Inside their marriage, her career, more.

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'It was buy eggs or put money on my travel card': actor Lashana ... (The Guardian)

She shot to fame as the first female 007 and is now tackling reggae royalty as Marley's wife, Rita. But the actor hasn't always had it easy in an industry ...

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