Music: Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett, Bassist and Rhythmic Backbone of Bob Marley & The Wailers, Dead at 77

playahaitian · Feb 3, 2024

Aston "Family Man" Barrett, the Jamaican bassist who served as the rhythmic architect for Bob Marley and the Wailers, has died at the age of 77.

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Helico-pterFunk · Feb 3, 2024

Rest in peace.

He was a celebrated musician who co-produced Marley’s albums and mentored other young Jamaican artists.

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Helico-pterFunk · Feb 3, 2024

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West Endian · Feb 3, 2024

RIP Family Man!

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playahaitian · Feb 4, 2024

Aston Barrett, bassist for Bob Marley and the Wailers, was a key player in the growth of reggae.

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Rain1 · Feb 4, 2024

Him and his brother were the original Sly & Robbie.