
Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett, Bob Marley & The Wailers’ Bassist, Dead At 77
Reggae musician Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett, who played bass guitar with Bob Marley & The Wailers, passed away this morning (February 3) at the age of 77 after a long illness.
Articles published on Saturday, February 3, 2024

Reggae musician Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett, who played bass guitar with Bob Marley & The Wailers, passed away this morning (February 3) at the age of 77 after a long illness.

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