In conjunction with the February 14th opening of the new Bob Marley: One Love movie, Island Records and Tuff Gong have announced the release of BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE (MUSIC INSPIRED BY THE FILM)….an EP presenting seven essential songs composed by the revered Jamaican reggae icon, as interpreted by contemporary stars Daniel Caesar, Kacey Musgraves, Wizkid, Leon Bridges, Jessie Reyez, Bloody Civilian, and Skip Marley who’s the grandson of Bob Marley.
The Marley family had a hand in choosing and approving all selections for the EP.
Also noted: five of the EP’s seven songs originated on Exodus (1977), the landmark RIAA gold LP by Bob Marley & the Wailers: “Natural Mystic,” “Exodus,” “Waiting in Vain,” “Three Little Birds,” and the eponymous “One Love.”
According to Cedella Marley, “The mission is always to spread her dad’s music to every corner of the Earth, and they were very thoughtful in handpicking these artists..”
From Paramount Pictures: “Bob Marley: One Love” celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob’s powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music.
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 is in theatres February 14, 2024.
-SAPPHIRE
