The Wailers

Jamaican reggae band

The Wailers, originally formed in 1963, are a seminal reggae group from Jamaica that played a pivotal role in the global popularization of reggae music. The band was initially composed of the legendary Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, and Bunny Wailer. They gained international fame with their groundbreaking album "Catch A Fire" released in 1973, which was one of the first reggae albums to receive widespread attention outside Jamaica. This success was followed by "Burnin'" in the same year, which included iconic tracks like "I Shot the Sheriff" and "Get Up, Stand Up." After Tosh and Bunny Wailer left to pursue solo careers, Bob Marley continued to record under the name Bob Marley and the Wailers, producing hits and influential albums until his untimely death in 1981. The band's music is known for its powerful messages of peace, unity, and resistance against oppression, and their legacy continues to influence artists across various genres around the world.