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Even as greatest hits packages go, Legend is an utter gem. Every song is inspired, in a class of its own, whether the real version of "I Shot The Sheriff", the hymnlike "No Woman, No Cry" or the sheer joy of "Jamming". Even allowing that Marley never wrote any bad material, Legend is still the crème de la crème, the heart and soul of the Jamaican people packed into one five-inch compact disc. He was unique and the message of this record, more than any other, is that he died far too soon. This deluxe edition presents not only the original recording remastered but also contains two bonus tracks ("Easy Skanking" and "Punky Reggae Party") and a second disc of 13 remixes. --Chris Nickson
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
What can I say, this is THE "King of Reggae"! The Deluxe Edition is a great package with the Legend album itself, plus a nicely presented booklet and bonus CD. This extra CD is an interesting mixture of re-mixes and extended versions, with some songs not on the Legend CD. Not sure how much Mr. Marley was involved with these, and one or two are a little irksome (being popped-up or over sampled), but it's still a great CD to listen to, and doesn't cost any more. In fact it was 2p cheaper than the single CD version when I bought it. The Legend CD of course if flawless, and should be in anyone's collection even if you don't normally listen to reggae.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The title of this album says it all. This is such a great collection of songs I don't know where to start. If you're new to Marley then you can't do better than this album, and if you're already a fan then this a great collection of his stuff in one place. Worth it for 'No woman no cry' alone! Brilliant summer music, or any time of the year it's that good!
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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Richard Page
Format:Audio CD
My tape version of Legend finally gave out and it coincided with the Deluxe edition - despite some misgivngs the second disc is an excellent addition to my largeish BM catalogue - most of the remixes add depth to the familiar songs , the dub version of One Love an excellent finale. 2 remixes of waiting in vain seems odd - would have preferred a couple more dub versions of other songs instead. As for disc 1, my it still remains the best collection of his songs - Easy Skankin & Punky Reggae Party add to the well known hits - might have benefited from Survival instead but I'm splitting hairs. If you have 1 Love compilation this one might be double handling as it were - if you havent then Legend should be the next thing you buy. Now !
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Andre Lawrence
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Format:Audio CD
I read something years ago and amazingly is still remains true 15 years later. In any genre, Bob Marley, alone, has the highest sales percentage of any reggae performer or group. He alone has captured more than 75% of reggae music sales. Astounding.
I dread compilation albums for many reasons. Few have included all of what should be chronicled. If not, it is supposed to give a broad overview of an artist's work. Legend, in my opinion, accomplishes the latter.
He recorded for nearly 20 years, with his groundbreaking Island catalog coming in 1970 with the release of Catch A Fire and ending in 1980 with Uprising. (Although, Confrontation was in the works at his death.) Legend came out in 1984 and has remained the defining moment among reggae lovers since.
His calypso and ska days won't be found here and in truth, many renditions of the tracks on Legend are equaled or surpassed on other albums or black-market releases such as his 1975 concert at The Quiet Nights Club in Chicago. That was breathtaking. Or his last live recording in Japan. (Although, his TDK studio recording of Catch A Fire in Toyko (1970-71) is outstanding as well.) What you have here is moments of greatness. Period.
This is album #1 of my Top 100 Reggae Albums of all time. I will update soon.
I dread compilation albums for many reasons. Few have included all of what should be chronicled. If not, it is supposed to give a broad overview of an artist's work. Legend, in my opinion, accomplishes the latter.
He recorded for nearly 20 years, with his groundbreaking Island catalog coming in 1970 with the release of Catch A Fire and ending in 1980 with Uprising. (Although, Confrontation was in the works at his death.) Legend came out in 1984 and has remained the defining moment among reggae lovers since.
His calypso and ska days won't be found here and in truth, many renditions of the tracks on Legend are equaled or surpassed on other albums or black-market releases such as his 1975 concert at The Quiet Nights Club in Chicago. That was breathtaking. Or his last live recording in Japan. (Although, his TDK studio recording of Catch A Fire in Toyko (1970-71) is outstanding as well.) What you have here is moments of greatness. Period.
This is album #1 of my Top 100 Reggae Albums of all time. I will update soon.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Donna
Format:Audio CD
I decided to order the deluxe edition of Bob Marley.......I used to have the album on tape many years ago!! Amazing album, Bob Marley is timeless!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Red Kell
Format:Audio CD
The best Bob Marley compilation is made better by the re mastering.Every track sounds fresher,which is hard to achieve on most attempts. This CD has been on continuously in my car and there is no sign of it being replaced.The remixes are brilliant on the 2nd disc.All in all the best just got better...a must buy !
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is the better than anything i have ever listed to, you can listen to it over and over again and not get bored just sit there JAMIN out with friends.
By lady w
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
F A N T A S T I C
I LOOOOOVE THIS CD
RECEIVED IT ON TUESDAY AND HAVENT STOPPED PLAYING
IN HOUSE AND CAR
IT REALLY IS A MUST FOR MARLEY FANS
BEAUTIFUL SONGS TO SING ALONG TO
THANK YOU SELLER
I LOOOOOVE THIS CD
RECEIVED IT ON TUESDAY AND HAVENT STOPPED PLAYING
IN HOUSE AND CAR
IT REALLY IS A MUST FOR MARLEY FANS
BEAUTIFUL SONGS TO SING ALONG TO
THANK YOU SELLER
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Having recently visited his home village again, and seen him in Jamaica in 1969, this provides all the memories, the reggae rythm and nostalgia for a truly great performer to... Read more
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Just what you would expect
Excellent songs from an excellent artist. Just what you would expect from one of the worlds all time legends. Buy it now
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great cd wanted this for ages now thanks to hubby i have it replaced as had on tape once but got damaged so well happy
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legend
a classic, every body shoul have this in their music cd collection. timeless, will never get tired of this one
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I love this album. I was never a particularly big fan of Marley, but having heard a couple of his greatest hits before, I decided to give this a listen. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lizziecm
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Classic reggae at it's best
A bargain buy for an album which doesn't age.
Five stars from me for sure.
On MP3 now makes it so playable.
Five stars from me for sure.
On MP3 now makes it so playable.
Published 6 months ago by Dorf
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How many version do exist for this record?
a) 1984 version - Island Records - first on LP then on CD (CID103) with radio version of the tracks - 50 minutes - essential purchase - the original multimillion seller - the best... Read more
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