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The Wailers Band

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Aliases
The Wailers [Band]
The Wailers United
Country
Jamaica
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Reggae act around Carlton & Aston Barrett, best known for backing Bob Marley in his prime. The Barrett brothers met Marley during the Lee Perry sessions (1970-71) when they were still part of The Upsetters. Junior Marvin joined the band as lead guitarist and harmony singer in 1977. Later, he temporarily was the main writer of new songs.
Members
Carlton Barrett Drums
Aston Barrett Bass
Gary "Nesta" Pine Vocals (1998 - 2006)
Junior Marvin Lead guitar, backing vocals (1977-1997)
Related
Bob Marley Backing band for
Not to be confused with
The Wailers Trio consisting of Bunny Wailer, Bob Marley and Peter Tosh
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