Essential Collection, The - Bob Marley

Advantages: relax to the beat or dance like tribal-it's fun
Disadvantages: ??

...It seems like not a lot of people appreciate this type of music in this side of the world.. ^ ^ Bob Marley sings reggae like no other. Before his death, he's been more popularized for singing songs that reflected much of the culture he came from and what he's gone through to get the recognition he deserves. I've listened to his "No woman no cry" a lot of times and it had made me appreciate the backgrounds from where his music had originated. I'll be acquiring this cd soon actually, as I had only borrowed from a friend the last time. Try listening to some of his songs...who knows, you might like the island/desert/african-tribal beats of the reggae too. Put on some Marley... go ahead... nn... Read review

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Advantages: 14 great songs, good introduction to reggae at it's best
Disadvantages: Only 14 tracks

...This is a compilation album, and probably the best, I don't think it has chose his best 14 songs ever, that would be impossible to decide but, this album does have a beautiful feel to it - very relaxing. I think if you have never heard of Bob Marley you should buy this album to find out. Bob Marley was a true legend and an inspiration to millions of people, Africans,Rastafairians, Jamaicans alike. This album portrays 14 of his best songs from throughout his career. I think any die-hard reggae fan should have this in his collection and anyone who is looking to explore other cultures or wants to learn more about Marley and reggae in general would really be missing out if they did not buy this album. 'I Shot The Sheriff'; 'Get Up, Stand Up,'; and 'No Woamn No Cry' are 3 songs which you may have heard and not know it was even Bob Marley... Read review

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Advantages: Comprises some of Marley's best work
Disadvantages: If you own Marley's original releases you may be wasting your time...

...There's really not much to be said about this album - it's all been here before. It's really quite simple. You have to ask yourself one question. Do I like Bob Marley? If you answer yes then this album will be perfect for you, answer no then I wouldn't bother. This is essentially a greatest hits album, and provides just that - some of Marley's finest creations on this 20-track CD, complete with his backing band The Wailers. The only new addition is the track "Slogans" which was previously unreleased - and it's damn good too! Amazing lyrics throughout all tracks help provide a great listening experience! If you're unsure about the whole Reggae genre of music then this would be a great CD to test out whether or not this is your kind of thing. If you don't like this then you probably won't like any Reggae. An excellent album, highly... Read review

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