The Original Wailers

The Original Wailers

THE ORIGINAL WAILERS IN CONCERT:The Original Wailers continue to do Bob Marley proud, nearly 25 years after his untimely death. During his time with Marley in the '70s, the Original Wailers' Al Anderson practically wrote the book on roots rock reggae, which is why it's no surprise that he's still jamming in 2014. Performing classics like "Get Up, Stand Up" and "No Woman, No Cry" on tour in 2013, the Wailers had fans feeling irie and lighters held high, setting big expectations for another round of good vibes on the road in 2014.BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:Following Bob Marley's death in 1981, Al Anderson, Marley's lead guitarist from his solo work in '70s, formed the Original Wailers to pay tribute to reggae's most beloved icon.

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Fan Reviews

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Witzyducks
Amazing musician's that know how to play it right. Great night of good old stuff and some new. Get up, stand up if get the chance to see them:)
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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Froggiecam
I have been following Bob Marley and the Wailers ever since I learned that my cousin Al Anderson started playing with the Band in the 70's. The performance was excellent. The relaxed venue at Inlet Beach Bar and Grille was perfect for the show. This is a band that really gets the crowd going and everyone knows the lyrics to all the songs and enjoyed singing along. If you have never seen the Wailers, you should make an opportunity to do so soon.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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Nailah87
Great show, VIP host were amazing too!!!!!!!!!!!!!
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
Lisa Hannigan :: Starf**ker :: Mike Zito :: Tom Morello :: Green Jello
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RasPete
Watching the Wailers play all their classics bought back memories of when Bob Marley and the band took the world by storm during the 70's & 80's during Reggae's heyday.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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Anonymous
I was so excited about going to this seafood festival, but very disappointed. The food was high priced, fried hard, and they did not have any more crabs. Will not go again ever.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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Anonymous
Awesome. My group enjoyed the event. Seating was not necessary as we preferred to stand up and dance.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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HammerHead422
Attended the concert and had to say that it wasn't worth it; the venue complies to a city ordinance and the band only play for a little over an hour. The band members at this event were not The Original Wailers which I saw in concert in Fort Lauderdale at the Culture Room earlier this year. Band played mainly Bob songs and veered from the classics Sadly, the opening act was better than the main act. Though they put more seats out, there weren't nearly enough to accommodate the crowd that attended.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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gegga
The original retailers were great. They played songs they did with Bob and some new material also. It was all good. All Anerson is a great guitarist. I could listen to his solos all night
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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Anonymous
The Wailers were scheduled to start at 7:30......they didn't take the stage until 9:15. Though they played the songs I expected, they were much more electronic and modernized. They sounded decent, but I just thought it would be the typical reggae of Bob Marley. A bit of a disappointment.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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SANDRA66
The Original Wailers fit their name, as their sound is still as awesome as in the beginning (minus Bob Marley, of course). Invited guitarist Douglas Allen also added to the fun, as his playing is always incredible.
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New York, NY - Sat, Aug 17, 2013
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JOLOPP
THEY CAME OUT WITH A DEEP PLAYLIST,SENDING A MESSAGE OF RASTAFARRIAN' ROOTS PLAYING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN A INTIMITE SETTING.THEY PLAYED TRIBUTE PETER TOSH,BOB WAILER AND OTHER GREATS,I SAW THIS BAND LAST OCTOBER OPEN FOR ZAC BROWN IN SOUTH CAROLINA,VERY TALENTED MUSICIANS.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Sparkle222
Being a huge reggae & bob marley fan and having seen the wailers last year, I was very much looking forward to this show. I was also excited to go to a venue with comfortable seating since I'm 6 months pregnant. The Howard theater is nice. Very clean & inviting. We arrived about a half hour early & saw several empty tables but we were told every single one was reserved. As we got drinks at the bar, I noticed they were seating everyone else, which totally annoyed me. After the show started I asked again to be seated (now there were only 2-3 empty tables) and again was told they were reserved. These tables remained empty the rest of the night. Seems to me like you would allow a pregnant woman to sit rather than have empty tables.... The opening act (I can't remember the name) was very good. Upbeat & fun. The Orginial Wailers were good. They played a few bob marley songs & several of their own. I expected a little more Bob. As mentioned above, I saw the wailers last year at a different venue & thought that show was a lot better. All in all the show was alright. I would give it only 2 stars based on venue but the show helped it barley to 3 stars.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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JaySea1978
We were disappointed. We expected o hear all the the Bob Marley classics but instead all they played was their original music. (BUMMER).
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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elelem
Unfortunately, The Wailers left us unmoved. Music did not stir it up...lift our souls. We left before it was over.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Anonymous
This was a good show, but the main band, The Original Wailers, started too late--after 10:30.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Born2see
Great concert but didn't think 3 hours of pre bands was necessary.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Godmatley
I give only 4 because it was not what I expected from the original wailers. First thing, I was in an appartement a the third floo, and I could see everything te sound was good, but when I went down to watch with people the sound was bad not clear and some echoes. Second, the atmosphere was not fun. People were juste standing and watching. Nobody ea dancing or in the mood of concert. It was more like a little show. The last bad thing, and the worst, was the music. I came to listen raggea music. NOT ROCK!! We heard only 4-5 songs at the beginning (between 4pm and 4:30) And nothing until 7pm. We stood at the appartement at that moment instead of stayin in the sun suffering and listening music that we didn't want to hear. ( even if it was good rock)
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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B4UC
The entry was very slow. Only 2 lines and they were selling tickets in both. They should have had lines for people that had already purchased tickets. Then only 6 port o lets. But other than that the event was excellent. The opening act Beebs and her money makers were tight and had an excellent stage presence. Very entertaining. The sound system was superb. The original Wailers were also very entertaining. I'm sorry, but they should have played nothing but Bobs music. There original music sounded sorta like Bobs anyways. But still an excellent show . Thanks
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Anonymous
Unorganized. Will call lost my tickets. Wailers never even played until after 8:30 pm. Wasn't aware of that. Event said 4pm. No seats even though were supposed to have.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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Anonymous
It was great fun at a wonderful, intimate outside venue.
Captain Jax - Fort Pierce, FL - Fri, May 24, 2013
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mrkaos63
Lot of good vibes!! No matter the weather. Go Wailers!!!
Showcase Live - Foxboro, MA - Wed, Nov 24, 2010
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JamminJohm
Great to see Al hitting those sweet notes on some classic bob marley songs Tight band. Good rhythm Fun time Long encore
Showcase Live - Foxboro, MA - Wed, Nov 24, 2010
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Sara1982
Top Grade Reggae, T.O.W. are incredible, talk is cheap, just get to a show, then you will understand why they are the best. Big ups Wailers
Showcase Live - Foxboro, MA - Wed, Nov 24, 2010
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Anonymous
I felt like the artists sang at us rather than performed the songs. They did not create an inviting atmosphere; however, Antero was pretty good and better than the main act.
Showcase Live - Foxboro, MA - Wed, Nov 24, 2010
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Jah143
I am so grateful to have a close venue like Showcase Live that can attract acts like The Original Wailers. It was a wonderful show with lots of old school reggae tunes, but what I liked more was the original music from the current band. They came alive when they played their own tunes...it was really fun!
Showcase Live - Foxboro, MA - Wed, Nov 24, 2010
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