Bob Marley Vinyl Records

Bob Marley & The Wailers on Vinyl

Bob Marley & The Wailers carried reggae from Jamaica to the whole world. Bob Marley (1945 to 1981) founded the Wailers in Kingston in the early 60s with Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer; “Catch A Fire” (1973) marked the start of their work with Island Records and their international breakthrough. Their most important albums include “Natty Dread” (1974), “Exodus” (1977) and “Survival” (1979), and the compilation “Legend” (1984) is one of the best-selling reggae albums of all time.

Here you'll find Bob Marley records, including Island pressings from the 70s and 80s, several editions of “Legend”, the live album “Live!” (1975), 12-inch maxi singles such as “No Woman, No Cry” or “Redemption Song” as well as reissues. Every used record is graded to the Goldmine standard, and the photos show the actual copy.

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FAQ about Bob Marley & The Wailers

Which Bob Marley albums are the most important?
To get started, “Legend” (1984) with the best-known songs. If you are looking for the albums: “Catch A Fire” and “Burnin'” (both 1973, still as The Wailers), “Natty Dread” (1974), “Live!” (1975), “Exodus” (1977) and “Uprising” (1980).

Is my “Legend” LP valuable?
“Legend” has been pressed in very large numbers since 1984, so ordinary copies tend to be inexpensive; very good condition and early pressings make the difference. Much more sought after, for example, is the first edition of “Catch A Fire” (1973) with its hinged sleeve shaped like a Zippo lighter.

Do you also buy reggae collections?
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