Live Forever: September 23, 1980 • Stanley Theatre • Pittsburgh, PA
Bob Marley & The Wailers · 2011
90 min · 20 tracks · reggae
A vibrant live recording capturing the spirit of reggae with Bob Marley's soulful delivery and infectious grooves.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it documents a historic live performance that highlights Marley's powerful stage presence and message of unity. It serves as a crucial artifact, reminding listeners of the socio-political themes that permeated his work, particularly during a period marked by activism and change in Jamaica.
- Best for
- vibrant live performance energy wave-like pacing throughout group sing-along moments
- Context
- When 'Live Forever' was released in 2011, Bob Marley had long been established as a global icon of reggae music, having passed away in 1981. This album features a live performance from 1980, showcasing the band's dynamic energy during a time when Marley was at the height of his popularity, just before his illness began to take a toll on his performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Destiny's Child· Beastie Boys· Kelly Rowland· Falco· New Edition· MC Hammer· OutKast· Joss Stone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Greetings 0:31
- 2 Natural Mystic 4:40
- 3 Positive Vibration 4:47
- 4 Burnin' & Lootin' 3:35
- 5 Them Belly Full 3:47
- 6 The Heathen 4:25
- 7 Running Away 2:50
- 8 Crazy Baldhead 5:02
- 9 War / No More Trouble 6:03
- 10 Zimbabwe 3:39
- 11 Zion Train 3:50
- 12 No Woman No Cry Standout 6:05
Disc 2
- 1 Jamming 4:31
- 2 Exodus 7:01
- 3 Redemption Song Standout 4:08
- 4 Coming In From the Cold 3:37
- 5 Could You Be Loved 7:40
- 6 Is This Love 3:37
- 7 Work 4:15
- 8 Get Up Stand Up Standout 6:38
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