Legend of Reggae Bass, Aston Barrett of Bob Marley and The Wailers, Dies at 77 – Family Confirms Plight of Long Medical Battle Full Story Here
Kingston, Jamaica – Renowned reggae musician Aston Barrett, better known as “Family Man”, has passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of influential bass work and contributions to the genre’s growth. Barrett, a key figure in the development of reggae music, was born in Kingston in 1946 and gained fame as a member of the Upsetters, the backing band of reggae pioneer Lee “Scratch” Perry. He later joined Bob Marley’s band …