Bob Marley & The Wailers - Live at the Roxy, Hollywood, California, May 26, 1976 - The Complete Concert

Live At The Roxy

Bob Marley & The Wailers-Live At The Roxy *****

Live at the Roxy just might be even better than Babylon by Bus if you can believe it. The album contains the full concert of the Marley and the Wailers at the Roxy in Hollywood back in 1976. This being one of his most celebrated concerts, Live At The Roxy is a must have for any true Wailers fan.

This contains what is the definitive version of 'No Woman, No Cry.' This is the version you hear on the radio and on your Legend - The Best Of Bob Marley And The Wailers (New Packaging) collection. What is most impressive about this set though is that it is comprised of some of their lesser known work, but at the same time it is some of their strongest work. 'Burnin And Lootin' is among the groups top songs, and here they play with such passion and piss an vinegar that it makes you wonder if the original version of Burnin' can hold a candle to it. 'Lively Up Yourself' and 'Roots, Rock, Raggae' are the two biggest highlights here though transforming to of The Wailers greatest numbers into an uplifting live experience.

Live At The Roxy is among the greatest live albums of all time. It is a great album for Wailer fans the world over. Even the casual fan will enjoy this, as it is great for a long hot summer night listen. Live At The Roxy is essential. July 4, 2008

I Was There!

Okay I won't dilly dally - I attended this concert and I have seen all the greats play - Doors, Hendrix, Dylan and even Black Sabbath debut concert at the Whisky (incredible). But combined with the fact that almost 100 tickets went unsold (see last paragraph for story) making the already tiny Roxy (400+ capacity) seem empty, and the fact that the small lodge (available to those who were in the "Roxy Club") was full of celebs, Linda Blair, Eric Clapton, Warren Beatty, John Lennon, Ringo - on and on, made this the most spectacular show. I hope Bob appreciated the high quality ganja that filled the room and may have helped to make this the most incredible musical concert (party?) that may have ever taken place in rock history. If I could relive one concert this would be it.
I arrived at the Roxy ticket office the morning the tickets went on sale and I was third in line. The first in line bought 4 tickets; the second guy in line bought the remaining 96 tickets sold to the public. I asked him what was up and why he bought all the tickets and could I buy some. He said he worked for Troy Tickets. So I went to Troy and bought some tickets. The night of the concert, shortly before the doors opened I saw the scalper with a huge wad of tickets: It appears that back in 1976 the fan base could not search out tickets to a concert that was barley promoted. So there he was with all those unsold tickets and I would estimate that the overwhelming majority of the tickets in his hand went unused that night, as the floor was half full. Karma. Can you imagine walking by the Roxy that night and someone handing you a free ticket to what may have been the world's best concert experience? It probably happened to several people. I was also at the Santa Barbra County Bowl concerts. The last one is available in DVD - Highly recommended.
May 18, 2008

A True Live Album

Simply put, I bought this for "Trenchtown Rock". The songs and the energy of this album is amazing. This is one of the few live releases that make you feel like you are out in the crowd.

This CD is very dynamic as well... if you love Bob then buy it, if you are new to Bob, this is a great compliment to the Lengend collection released after his death.

One thing is for certain, this album must not be missed. April 2, 2008

This is, by far, THE BEST!!!

Not only is this the best live Bob Marley recording, I feel it is the best live performance I have ever heard by any artist! If I were going to be stranded on a deserted island with only one CD (Ok this is a two CD set, but you get the point), this would be the one. The entire band is just so "ON" in this performance! Buy it, listen to it a few times, and it will change you at the "Soulular" level! I also highly recommend Ziggy marley's live concert DVD of "Love is my Religion". I know, I know... he's not Bob, but if you give that DVD a chance I think you will love it too. March 10, 2008

Much love for Bob Marley

Roots Reggae. I thought I ordered a dvd but instead got this wonderful cd!!!!!!!! No matter what year this music is for the soul... January 18, 2008

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