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  Peter Tosh/ Bob Marley: Brothers in Revolution, Divided Paths Reggae music boasts few figures as iconic as Bob Marley and Peter Tosh. Though their names are often uttered in the same breath, their musical approaches and personalities differed greatly. This post explores the history of these reggae titans, their time with the legendary Wailers, the reasons for their split, and how their contrasting styles could have formed a formidable creative force. Roots in the Wailers: Marley and Tosh, along with Bunny Wailer, formed the Wailers in 1963. The group gave voice to the frustrations of Jamaica's underclass, their early ska tunes brimming with social commentary. Marley, the charismatic frontman, possessed a smooth, soulful voice and a knack for crafting catchy melodies. Tosh, the gritty guitarist and songwriter, brought a more militant edge, his lyrics fiercely challenging authority. Together, they were a force, revolutionizing Jamaican music. Parting Ways: Despite their music

Watusi   When you're given a mission to save the world by a legend such as Peter Tosh, it's something that you do not take lightly. You grab ahold and you push till you can't anymore. And Jimi Watusi hasn't stop pushing yet. Jimi has made his mark on this world as he and his multi-member band has made the world a community and proceeded to blossom.  He Blessed us with a presence on our station to talk about community and togetherness while jamming to some great music. From the community Drum circle to perfoming with some of the greats he has definitely claimed his spot in Reggae Below he tells us how Peter Tosh the legend, the pioneer himself, gave him a mission Watusi could not refuse...  To hear more about the Reggae legends of Watusi, tune in here... https://www.instagram.com/watusiworld/ https://www.facebook.com/Watusiworldbeat