ed such future reggae classics as Stir it Up and Stop That Train. Their new album sparked a new interest in many countries. These new interests soon lead The Wailers to embark on an overseas tour in 1974. Also in 1974 Eric Clapton covered The Wailers I Shot the Sherriff bringing success to both artisits. Rastaman Vibration, the Wailers new album released in 1976, was an even larger international hit. This album was charged with Bobs political viewpoints. His viewpoints were against the Jamaican government. While many agreeded with Bobs viewpoints, of course many others disagreed. On December 3, 1976, Marley was injured in an attack on his home by several gunmen, suspected to be linked with Jamaicas right-wing Labor Party. The attack was allegedly carried out in order to prevent Marley from performing at a concert rally for then-Prime Minister Michael Manley, the leader of the socialist Peoples National Party. Marley still performed in the scheduled concert (which was attended by 80,000 people) but subsequently left Jamaica for a long period of self-imposed exile. This shows Marleys devotion to the people and to his cause. I could never see myself leaving my home country in order to support my political beliefs. Marley and the Wailers soon found success again after Bob returned from his exile. Their new success was in the album Exodus which was released in 1977. The album remained on the British charts for 56 consecutive weeks. Once again in 1978 the Wailers released another successful album Kaya. The bands packed touring schedule in 1978 included a sold-out show at New York Citys Madison Square Garden, which was recorded and released as the highly acclaimed live album Babylon By Buss. Another album, entitled Survivor, was released in 1979. I would have loved to have had the opportunity to see one of his shows. I have heard the live album Babylon By Buss and I find it amazing and very pleasant to listen to.While being t...
