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Big Youth, born Manley Augustus Buchanan, is a foundational figure in Jamaican reggae, whose early toasting laid the groundwork for roots and dub. Recognized with Jamaica’s Order of Distinction (Officer) in 2020, he’s celebrated for shaping the global reggae voice. This page highlights his biography, key discography moments, and upcoming performances in 2025, including major festival appearances and dedicated tribute nights—like the Bob Marley Celebration Show—where fans can secure seats to experience his iconic sound.

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Join us for the Bob Marley Celebration Show as Big Youth delivers the timeless energy of early 70s toasting, modern collaborations, and his enduring influence on reggae. Follow official channels for updates and tour news, and explore venues near you as we bring this motion-filled, soulful performance to stages worldwide.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Big Youth: Bob Marley Celebration Show

  • Big Youth (Manley Augustus Buchanan) is a seminal Jamaican deejay whose 1970s toasting helped shape roots/dub reggae.
  • In 2020 he received the Order of Distinction (Officer) from Jamaica; JaRIA honoured him in 2018 as well for contributions to reggae.
  • S-90 Skank was Big Youth’s first Jamaican number-one hit, a defining track from the early 1970s.
  • The discography includes Beyond The Blue (with Brain Damage) in 2021, marking a late-career collaboration and revival.

The records

Big Youth: Bob Marley Celebration Show Discography

  • Beyond The Blue
    2021 · Jarring Effects
  • No Jestering
    2016 · Strictly Sensi Music
  • Musicology
    2006 · Steven Stanley’s studio / Tuff Gong
  • Natty Universal Dread 1973–1979
    2000 · Blood & Fire
  • Higher Grounds
    1995 · JR / VP Records
  • Save the Children
    1995 · Declic
  • Jamming in the House of Dread
    1991 · Danceteria
  • Manifestation
    1988 · Heartbeat
  • A Luta Continua
    1985 · Heartbeat
  • Live At Reggae Sunsplash
    1983 · Genes
  • Chanting Dread Inna Fine Style
    1982 · Heartbeat
  • Some Great Big Youth
    1981 · Heartbeat
  • Rock Holy
    1980 · Negusa Nagast
  • Progress
    1979 · Nicola Delita
  • Reggae Gi Dem Dub
    1978 · Nicola Delita
  • Isaiah First Prophet Of Old
    1978 · Nicola Delita / Caroline Records
  • Dreadlocks Dread
    1975 · Klik
  • Reggae Phenomenon
    1974 · Augustus Buchanan
  • Screaming Target
    1973 · Trojan
  • Chi Chi Run
    1972 · Fab

The hits

Top Big Youth: Bob Marley Celebration Show Songs

  • S-90 Skank
    1972 · Jamaican #1
  • Chi Chi Run
    1972 · N/A
  • The Killer
    1972 · N/A
  • Screaming Target
    1973 · N/A

Join us for the Bob Marley Celebration Show as Big Youth delivers the timeless energy of early 70s toasting, modern collaborations, and his enduring influence on reggae. Follow official channels for updates and tour news, and explore venues near you as we bring this motion-filled, soulful performance to stages worldwide.

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