Bluesfest Tours and PBS are proud to present The Wailers – 50 Years of Positive Vibrations, a powerful celebration honouring five decades of Rastaman Vibration, one of the most influential albums in reggae history, and the enduring legacy of Bob Marley & The Wailers. Tickets on sale now.
This performance at 170 Russell on April 1, will spotlight a different chapter of The Wailers’ catalogue, drawing from Legend, Natural Mystic and Rastaman Vibration / Positive Vibration, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience the depth and evolution of this iconic body of work.
Today, The Wailers carry their legacy forward under the leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., son of legendary bassist Aston “Family Man” Barrett. Joined by powerhouse vocalist Mitchell Brunings, the band delivers performances that are authentic, uplifting and deeply rooted in reggae’s true spirit.
First released in 1976, Rastaman Vibration carried reggae’s messages of resistance, spirituality and hope to a global audience. Nearly 50 years on, songs such as 'Positive Vibration', 'Roots, Rock', 'Reggae' and 'War' remain as resonant as ever, sitting alongside timeless anthems that continue to unite generations.
50 Years of Positive Vibrations is more than a tour — it’s a living celebration of music with meaning, purpose and enduring global impact.
