FOLLOWING their huge UK tour earlier this year, the legendary Wailers band have confirmed a UK tour which includes a date in Bournemouth next March.

Steered by famed bassist and founder Aston ‘Familyman’ Barrett, and joined by original guitarists Junior Marvin and Donald Kinsey, The Wailers will perform at Bournemouth’sO2 Academy on March 16.

The Wailers will play the iconic Legend album live on stage in its entirety, including the greatest hits Three Little Birds, I Shot the Sheriff and Jammin’.

From 1973 to 1980, Bob Marley & The Wailers recorded, toured, and performed before countless millions worldwide. Since 1981, Familyman and Junior have carried on the mission to “keep The Wailers together,” just as Bob requested, affirming: “By doing that, you keep me alive through the music.”

In tribute to the late co-founder and drummer Carlton ‘Carly’ Barrett, The Wailers present Aston Barrett, Jr. on drums. It’s startling how this young powerhouse delivers with his uncle’s inspiring trademark style. Lead singer Joshua David Barrett is a Rastaman by lifestyle and culture. Josh delivers Bob’s powerful message of Jah love and unity through his performance and interaction with the audience. Also on stage are singers Shema McGregor, daughter of I Three Judy Mowatt, and Hassanah; veteran Owen ‘Dreadie’ Reid on guitar/bass, and ‘triple bubble king’ Javaughn Bond on keyboards.

There are more than 100 million Bob Marley & The Wailers recordings sold, including 1977’s Exodus, anointed Best Album of the Century in 1999 by Time Magazine, and One Love named Song of the Millennium by BBC. Spin Magazine listed Bob Marley & The Wailers at #4 of the 50 Greatest Bands of All Times, while The New York Times named Bob Marley the most significant musician of the 20th century. n Tickets go on sale at 9am on Friday and will be available at gigst.rs/TW