On June 11, 1981, a massive tribute concert for Bob Marley was held in Kingston, Jamaica, just one month after his death. The event, attended by thousands, celebrated Marley’s life, music, and legacy as a global voice for Black liberation, Rastafarianism, and anti-colonial resistance. Performances by Jamaican and international artists honored his contribution to reggae as a vehicle for political consciousness and cultural pride. The concert emphasized Marley’s lasting influence not just as a musician, but as a revolutionary figure whose messages of unity and resistance resonated across the African diaspora.
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