Julian Marley & the Uprising at 191 Toole on Wednesday, July 23rd – KXCI Presents!
Son of Bob Marley, Julian Marley has followed in his fathers footsteps honoring the heritage of roots reggae and musical consciousness. Julian continues to tour and share his message globally, embodying his father’s legacy while forging his unique path. DJ Jahmar opens.
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*CLICK FOR CONTEST RULES* The deadline to enter is through noon on Friday, July 18th. The winners of (1) pair of tickets will be selected at random (one entry per person). Ticket winners will be put on the guest list and must present ID at the venue box office on the night of the show to gain entry. Winners will be notified to the email address entered in the contest after the deadline and drawing.
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Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm
21 and up
Julian Marley is the son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Barbados-born Lucy Pounder. Growing up in a musical environment, he became a self-taught musician, mastering various instruments including the bass, drums, guitar, and keyboards. His debut album, “Lion in the Morning,” released in 1996, showcased his roots and heritage, leading to an international tour with The Uprising. In 1998, Julian contributed to Lauryn Hill’s Grammy-winning album, “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” and in 2003, he released his sophomore album, “A Time and Place,” which blended reggae and jazz. His 2009 album, “Awake,” was Grammy-nominated and won ‘Best Album of the Year’ at the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) in 2010.Recognized for his contributions to the consciousness movement in music, Julian is a devout Rastafarian whose work is deeply inspired by life and spirituality. In 2023, he won a Grammy for his album “Colors of Royal” and received another nomination for the 2024 awards, solidifying his ongoing impact in the reggae genre. Julian is expanding his brand and has several projects outside of music in the works, including a partnership with Bio Biz, a global company that focuses on sustainable cannabis solutions. As he prepares to release his next music project, Julian continues to tour and share his message globally, embodying his father’s legacy while forging his unique path.