Today, on October 19th, 2024, we at Grateful Web pause to celebrate the life of Peter Tosh—a man whose voice was a beacon for justice and unity. His music wasn't just sound; it was a movement, a revolution wrapped in rhythm.

From the early days with the Wailers, Peter stood tall—not just in stature but in spirit. Alongside Bob Marley and Bunny Wailer, he crafted a sound that echoed far beyond the shores of Jamaica. Their harmonies weren't mere melodies; they were messages calling out to the world about love, freedom, and the struggles that bind us all.

In a world fractured by invisible lines, where borders draw deeper scars than they should, there comes a song that stitches it all back together. “No Woman, No Cry,” the familiar refrain, rises like a gentle wave—rolling from distant shores, carrying with it stories of sorrow, survival, and hope. This time, it’s not merely a song, but an anthem sung by the earth herself—unified through the voices of Gilberto Gil and Stephen Marley, a powerful symbol of resilience echoing across continents.

Bob Marley: One Love is not a fantastic flick. There are a lot of issues within the biopic, one of which is that it only focuses on a few key years in this icon’s life. It is a snapshot that could have been so much richer. Not knowing anything about Marley’s life, I conducted my own research. The film would have been stronger if historical background was provided especially on the dueling parties within Jamaica which led to the explosive political climate as well as causing Marley’s exile.

Today, on February 6th, we honor the birthday of Bob Marley, a beacon of peace, love, and unity, whose influence resonates far beyond the realms of music. As Grateful Web celebrates this iconic figure, we delve deep into the essence of his legacy, symbolized profoundly by his album "Kaya," a testament to his enduring message of harmony and healing.

Bob Marley's immortality continues with ‘Africa Unite’, a majestic, posthumous album celebrating the vibrant fusion of Reggae and Afrobeats!

Hector Donald Lewis can now officially add another title to his multihyphenate career: actor.

Bob Marley's immortality continues with Africa Unite, a majestic, posthumous album celebrating the vibrant fusion of Reggae and Afrobeats!

The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series where kids and parents rock out to the classics, just announced a special run of shows over Earth Day Weekend benefiting international non-profit Oceanic Global on Saturday April 22 and Sunday, April 23. Featuring the music of Bob Marley and The Grateful Dead, The Rock and Roll Playhouse will bring family fun to 13 different venues across the country. Tickets are available here.

The Summer of Marley culminates this week with a brand new, official lyric video for Bob Marley & The Wailer’s “Exodus,” which debuts today on Bob Marley’s Official YouTube Channel.

Today, in honor of The Summer of Marley, a brand new, official music video for Bob Marley & The Wailer’s “Could You Be Loved” debuts on Bob Marley’s Official YouTube Channel. The animated video was inspired by Cedella Marley, who has been tapped as the global ambassador of the Jamaican women’s Football program. In addition, Cedella also recently launched a women’s football initiative called ‘Football is Freedom,’ aimed at providing tools & resources to grow & promote the sport for women in the Caribbean/Latin America.