2383: Heroes of Rock #4: Bob Marley

About this episode

This episode explores the contributions of Bob Marley to the genre of Rock music.

The Heroes of Rock series examines contributors to the far-reaching genre of Rock. From pioneers to superstars, little known artists to trailblazers, one thing unites these heroes: They had the Rock inside them and they found a way to let it out. Today, Bob Marley. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com . Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, next covered by Frank Muffin and now re-done in a high-voltage version by Quartjar again! Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com .

People in this episode

Hosts: Jim, Patrick

Topics covered

• Rock music
• Bob Marley
• Heroes of Rock
• Music commentary
• Music history

Keywords

• Bob Marley
• Rock music
• Heroes of Rock
• music commentary
• pioneers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Apple Podcasts, audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher, TuneIn, quartjar, frankmuffin

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