Aston Barrett Jr.
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Aston Barrett Jr.

Aston Francis Barrett Jr., born on October 20, 1990, in Kingston, Jamaica, is a highly talented multi-instrumentalist, producer, and actor. He is the son of the legendary Aston "Family Man" Barrett, the iconic bassist and musical director for Bob Marley & The Wailers, and the nephew of the late drummer Carlton "Carly" Barrett. This deep musical lineage has profoundly shaped his career.Growing up steeped in the rich traditions of reggae, Aston Jr. began playing the bass at a very young age, mentored by his father. He later expanded his musical repertoire to include drums, guitar, and organ. His professional journey started while he was still in high school, playing bass for Julian Marley and The Uprising Band, which led to international touring. He also collaborated with Lauryn Hill for over two years as her bassist.In 2009, he began touring with The Wailers alongside his father, eventually taking over as the band's leader and drummer in 2016 when his father retired. Under his leadership, The Wailers released the Grammy-nominated album "One World" in 2020, co-produced and co-written with Emilio Estefan, and "Evolution" in 2024, which also received a Grammy nomination for Best Reggae Album. Aston Jr. is a Grammy-winning producer himself, earning a Grammy certificate in 2017 for his co-production work with Damian Marley on "The Struggle Discontinues."In a notable expansion of his artistic endeavors, Aston Barrett Jr. made his feature film acting debut in the 2024 biographical drama "Bob Marley: One Love." In a poignant turn, he portrayed his own father, Aston "Family Man" Barrett, in the film, bringing an authentic and deeply personal connection to the role. He also contributed as a musician to the film's soundtrack. His work continues to honor his family's monumental legacy while evolving the sound of reggae for new generations.

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