Exodus, the album Bob Marley made after an assassination attempt was made on December 3, 1976 re-enters the Reggae Billboard chart at No. 3.
This, his 10th album, received gold certifications in the US, UK and Canada. In 2017, Exodus was remastered and re-released for its 40th anniversary.
Exodus was given Greatest Album of the Century by Time in 2000.
The album’s re-entry follows Pirates Of The Caribbean actor Johny Depp‘s 2 week old print display of Marley, Hunter S Thompson, a writer and actors Heath Ledger and River Phoenix who Depp says has been his inspiration.
Sold out print pieces went for more than $5000 with the originals selling for more than $20,000.
Depp describes Bob Marley, Hunter S Thompson, River Phoenix and Heath Ledger as “All friends, all heroes,” which is the titled of the collection.
Two weeks ago Castle Fine Art Gallery posted:
“It’s here! Johnny Depp’s ‘Friends & Heroes II’ collection is officially available at Castle Fine Art.
Capturing popular icons Bob Marley, Heath Ledger, River Phoenix and Hunter S Thompson, the collection is a unique insight into the world of Hollywood from one of its biggest stars.
We anticipate this collection to sell out in just hours, so secure your piece whilst you can.”
As the jury announced that they have reached a verdict in the defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, where he was awarded $15 million, Depp was seen on social media singing Bob Marley and The Wailers’1976 hit “War”.
Bob Marley’s “War” first appeared on Bob Marley and the Wailers’ 1976 Island Records album, Rastaman Vibration, the album that came before Exodus and is Marley’s only top 10 album in the USA.
Other album making the Billboard Reggae Chart this week include:
Legend: The Best OF Bob Marley & The Wailer at No. 1 extending its record as the longest to hold the top spot. The album was also the greatest gainer this week.
Best Of Shaggy: Boombastic Collection at No. 2. Dutty Classics Collection by Sean Paul at No. 3, UB40’s Greatest Hits moves up to No. 5.
Wisdom, World on Fire and Set In Stone by Stick Figure at No. 6,7 and 8 respectively.
Rebelution’s Live At The Red Rocks at No. 9, and Popcaan’s Great Is He slips to No. 10.
Watch Johny Depps Friends & Heroes || interview below:
