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Aston Francis Barrett, CD (22 November 1946 – 3 February 2024), often called "Family Man" or "Fams" for short, was a Jamaican musician and Rastafarian. He was best known as the bandleader of Bob Marley's backing band, as well as co-producer of the albums, and the man in charge of the overall song arrangements.
Like a plant, “The Blues” has many Roots. Bob Marley and Aston “Family Man” Barrett of the Wailers assist in production on tracks: “Slave Driver,” “Cajun Waltz,” and “Big Mama.” “Family Man” sets in on ska piano on track “Slave Driver.”
Taj does reggae! This is an amazing pressing with great dynamics produced by Taj himself, along with some remixing help from Bob Marley and Aston "Familyman" Barrett of the Wailers. The bass is so heavy and full (a must for reggae) and the vocals and other instruments are blended so well.
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Mo' Roots is the seventh studio album by American blues artist Taj Mahal. The musician turned away from his normal fare to record a reggae inspired collection. [1]
May 6, 2023 · They didn’t know it then, but the Barrett brothers were on their way to becoming one of the premier rhythm sections in reggae history. When Family Man finally got his hands on a Hofner 500/1 “Beatle” bass, he and his brother formed their first band, the Hippy Boys, with singer Max Romeo.
- The Wailers
Mar 21, 2024 · As the long-time bassist, arranger, and co-producer of Bob Marley and the Wailers, Aston “Family Man” Barrett’s musical innovations and memorable lines are exceedingly familiar to anyone who has ever heard reggae music.
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