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Table of Contents 03 - Children

22 - Damian Marley

04 - Introduction

23 - 1Love Movement

05 - Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley

24 - Marley's Mellow Mood

08 - Ziggy Marley

26 - The Melody Makers

09 - Comic Books: MarijuanaMan

27 - Real People - Donisha Prendergast

10 - Stephen Marley

28 - Film: Discovering Rasta

11 - Mellow Mood

29 - Manifesto Jamaica

12 - Robbie Marley 13 - ghettoyouths.com

30 - Artist Spotlight: Marley Brothers

14 - Rohan Marley

31 - Feature: Marley Sisters

15 - 16 - Marley Coffee

32 - Travel: Marley Resort & Spa

25 - Marley's One Drop 06 - 07 The House of Marley Coffee

17 - Julian Marley 18 - Ghetto Youths 19 - Tuff Gong 20 - Ky-Mani Marley 21 - Books & Reading: Dear Dad

33 - Rita Marley 34 - I - Threes 35 - Closing 36 - Babylon 37 - Holy Bible

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Children

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John 15:16

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You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.

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words from Jahmerikah Marley The Marley family legacy has been an inspiration to all generations ever since the life and times of Bob Marley. I am from Bob Marley. The impact that this Rastaman has left on the world, the view of society and the culture of humanity is lively and unchanging. With his supremacy, the Rastafari movement has changed many lives, touched beyond millions of hearts, opened dim eyes and spawned roaring Lions! Through the lips and lyrics of Bob Marley the nation has seen the brightness and heard the truth about the light of Jah. Reggae has spread like wildfire throughout many time zones and is like no other genre present. Reggae has kept it spot in the world and has since then, became it's own culture and natural way of living. After decades of tribulation, rebellion and war the Marley tribe has stood on the forefront of music and the popular culture keeping the fire burning for the peace & action that lives in reggae culture. Bob Marley's pickaninny choose to carry on their father's legacy all while creating a legacy of their own. This Special Edition Issue of ReCreation Magazine™ is dedicated to the phenomenal musical talents and artistic value of his sons. This issue shines light beyond their musical gifts, all of his children. His loved ones have dedicated their time to making the world a peaceful place and spreading the message of Jah love with world tours, organic coffee, relaxation drinks, youth foundations and a children's book, project after project. To keep up with the Marley family is everliving. Their contributions outlast time. JAH LIVE CHILDREN! Jahmerikah Marley, ReCreation Magazine ™ Creator

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Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley

The Marley surname perpetuates Jamaican royalty, resonates world-wide recognition and represents the pioneer of a cultural, political and social revolution. Reggae icon and legend Bob Marley blessed the world with his timeless, brilliant and message filled sound which continues to inspire and influence audiences today. With such a living past, Bob Marley’s conviction and passion for music unintentionally was passed to the lives of his offspring and has allowed the Marley name to remain relevant amongst the hierarchy of the reggae sound. 05

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The House of Marley

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David Nesta "Ziggy" Marley

Ziggy

The oldest son of reggae legend Bob Marley and his wife Rita, Ziggy Marley was the natural heir to the throne left vacant by his father's untimely 1981 death. Along with backing band the Melody Makers, a unit comprised of his brothers and sisters, he successfully carried on the tradition of communicating the music's message to a growing global audience, even scoring a U.S. Top 40 single in the process -- a claim neither of his parents could make. Born David Marley in Kingston, Jamaica on October 17, 1968, he received guitar and drum lessons from his father, and began sitting in on Wailers recording sessions at the age of ten. In 1979, Ziggy, his sister Cedella, brother Stephen, and half-sister Sharon all joined Bob in the studio to record the single "Children Playing in the Streets." Christened the Melody Makers, the four siblings continued playing together at family events, and even performed at their father's state funeral. Marley was not even 17 when he and the Melody Makers issued their EMI debut LP, Play the Game Right. The burdens of becoming a second-generation star weighed heavily on the youth -- who looked and sounded almost eerily like his father -- and he allowed the record and its 1986 follow-up, Hey World!, to veer closely towards pop music, resulting in derision from reggae purists. Poor sales, combined with EMI's public desire to market Marley as a solo act, prompted the band to jump to the Virgin label, where they entered the studio to record their masterpiece, 1988's Conscious Party. Produced by Talking Heads' Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth, the album was both a critical and commercial smash, with the single "Tomorrow People" reaching number 39 on the pop charts. The follow-up, 1989's One Bright Day, continued the Melody Makers' artistic growth; it was also their best-selling effort to date, cracking the Top 20 and, like its predecessor, winning a Grammy. Marley & the Melody Makers resurfaced in 1991 with Jahmekya, another assured and creative effort. It sold well, edging into the Top 20, but failed to generate much radio or video airplay. 1993's Joy and Blues barely charted, despite adding elements of contemporary dancehall (a showcase for Stephen's rapping skills). The latter record was the Melody Makers' last release for Virgin, and they moved to Elektra for 1995's Free Like We Want 2 B. Fallen Is Babylon followed in 1997, and scored a third Grammy. Like his father, Marley eventually emerged as a leading political voice, and was named a Goodwill Youth Ambassador for the United Nations; at home in Kingston, he also founded his own record label, Ghetto Youth United, created to spotlight the next generation of reggae talent. In addition to the four siblings in the Melody Makers, three other Marley children -- Damian, Julian, and Ky-Mani -- also pursued careers in music. The music continued well into the new millennium, as Marley released Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers Live, Vol. 1 in fall 2000 and continued issuing albums during that decade. Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide

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Comic Books: MarijuanaMan

A Hero For A New Generation Berkeley, CA - 3 February 2011 He's a Grammy Award-winning musician, an irrefutable Reggae star, and staunch environmental and social activist. In April, ZIGGY MARLEY steps into another creative arena with the release of MARIJUANAMAN from Image Comics. Based on a character conceived by Ziggy Marley, written by Man of Action Studios JOE CASEY (GØDLAND, BUTCHER BAKER) and illustrated by JIM MAHFOOD (KICK DRUM COMIX, MIX TAPE), MARIJUANAMAN promises to shatter all expectations -- this is not the comic you think it is! The oversized deluxe hardcover graphic novel tells the tale of a noble extraterrestrial champion, who has arrived on Earth to deliver an important message, and at the same time save his own planet. "MARIJUANAMAN represents the hope of the future... the hope that we will utilize all of the power that the universe has given us to save our planet," Marley explained. Casey spoke of being part of the creative trio, "Mahfood and I have been friends for over a decade and I've been a big fan of his for even longer. This was the perfect project for us to collaborate on because Ziggy's given us a great concept to go nuts with. This book goes beyond just being a comic... this book is an experience." Mahfood added, "It's been a really unique and thrilling project for me to work on. Ziggy Marley is a visionary and MARIJUANAMAN is his, so he's involved in every step, but he's also been cool enough to let Joe and I cut loose and really spread our artistic wings on this project. Through our collaboration, we are creating something that has a unique flavor and feeling. MARIJUANAMAN is not going to be what people except it to be." Discover a new hero for our times with MARIJUANAMAN, a 48-page oversized full-color hardcover by Ziggy Marley, Joe Casey, and Jim Mahfood. Available in-stores and online.

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Stephen "Raggamuffin" Marley

Bob Marley's second son, Stephen Marley, first appeared on record in 1979, when he was only six years old. With his brother Ziggy, the young Stephen recorded the single "Children Playing in the Streets," a charity single with the profits going to the United Nations to aid its efforts during the International Year of the Child. The single would also mark the beginnings of the Ziggy-fronted Melody Makers, a band that included Stephen's other siblings. Stephen played a supportive role in the Melody Makers from the beginning as guitarist, singer, and occasional songwriter. To satisfy his creative interests outside the group, Stephen decided to become familiar with the music industry from behind the scenes. Production work began in 1996 with Stephen contributing ideas to albums by his brothers Damian and Julian. Remixing the Fugees the same year was the first public display of Stephen's love of hip-hop and R&B. Work with Eve, Krayzie Bone, and Erykah Badu would follow along with a new role as "executive producer" of the Bob Marley remix compilation Chant Down Babylon, released in 1999. The album drew criticism from reggae purists who thought Stephen's mixing of hip-hop and his father's music was blasphemy, but the album's success encouraged the young producer. In 2001, his production work for brother Damian's Halfway Tree helped win the Grammy for Best Reggae Album, while Stephen's version of "Master Blaster" landed on the Stevie Wonder tribute Conception the same year. Work began on a debut solo album, but the 2002 formation of production house/promotion firm Ghetto Youths International with brother Ziggy kept Stephen from finishing it. Work on brother Damian's successful 2005 album Welcome to Jamrock pushed his debut all the way back to 2007. It was March of that year when Mind Control finally landed. An acoustic version of the album, simply titled Mind Control Acoustic, was distributed exclusively online in 2008 with the physical CD following in 2009. David Jeffries, All Music Guide

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Mellow Mood

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Robert "Robbie/ Ninja" Marley

Robbie MarleyBob Marley fathered a total of 11 children, 7 of which were sons and most of whom are now well known faces and names globally. There is one son however who it seems the world knows very little about, Robbie Marley, who has remained firmly out of the spotlight. He was born May 16, 1972 in Kingston, Jamaica. His mother is Pat Williams. Robbie Marley is a motorcycle stunt rider who has appeared in various movies performing stunts and he also owns a retail store, Vintage Marley on the beach in Miami, Florida. Vintage Marley is responsible for selling clothes and accessories which were synonymous with Bob Marley and the Kingston reggae scene at the time, as well as Cd's, vinyls, and designer clothes from his sister's own fashion range. The shop, known as Vintage Marley, is located at 233 12th St. in Miami Beach until 2006. Robbie no long wears dreads.

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Rohan Marley

Rohan Marley is a well known Jamaican footballer. He is the son of the late reggae artist Bob Marley, born May, 19th 1972. Rohan graduated from Miami Palmetto Senior High School. Marley played linebacker for the University of Miami football team, where he played alongside players like Dwayne Johnson and Ray Lewis. In 1993, he played for the Hurricanes winning the game with 95 tackles. Rohan Marley married musician Lauryn Hill and had five children Zion David Hill-Marley, Selah Marley, Joshua Marley, and John Marley. He played Professional football in Canada for the now defunct Ottawa Rough Riders. In 2007, he founded the Marley coffee an organic coffee plantation in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. He is also a co-founder of Tuff-Gong clothing line. 14

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Marley Coffee

Bob Marley always said he would return to farming one day. With Marley Coffee, Bob's son Rohan fulfills the dream. Rohan remembers his grandmother drying their wild coffee berries in the sun, then hulling and roasting them for her own cup of coffee each morning. Marley Coffee is determined to deliver that same intoxicating aroma and rich smooth flavor into every cup. Marley Coffee is an international gourmet coffee company founded by Rohan Marley and his friend Shane Whittle, sourcing beans from around the world, including Ethiopia, Central America and Jamaica. The beans from Jamaica are from a 52-acre private estate sits atop the Blue Mountains in Chepstowe, Portland, Jamaica, long revered as the region with the world's most desirable coffee beans. From the Marley's Jamaica Blue Mountain® coffee farm, to partner farms in Africa, Central America and other top coffee-growing regions worldwide, Marley Coffee strives to support communities and the environment through organic, sustainable and ethical practices. 16 http://www.marleycoffee.com/

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Julian Marley

The son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Lucy Pounder, Julian Marley grew up away from his half-brothers Ziggy and Damian, having been raised in England with his mother. He still visited his father and Rita Marley in Jamaica, and by 1989 became involved in Ziggy and Stephen Marley's production company Ghetto Youth International. Stephen executive produced Julian's debut album Lion in the Morning, released by Tuff Gong in 1996. In 2003 he dropped A Time & Place, and then in 2009 he released Awake, which featured tracks with both Stephen and Damian. David Jeffries, All Music Guide

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Ghetto Youths

Ghetto Youths "

Our mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged and minority youths both here and abroad by educating and assisting this population with the ultimate goal to reduce poverty, social, family disorder and alienation that this group feels on a daily basis."

Ghetto Youths Foundation was founded by the Marley Brothers to help underprivileged youths who fight the struggle to survive. Ghetto Youths Foundation, Inc. was organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. Research has shown that many ghetto youths are not literate yet are quite articulate and capable of reasoning. Some are also quite gifted. They know their identity but the limited successes and resources for those young people result from many problems including the background of families, the neighborhoods where they live and peer pressure.

If you would like to support the Foundation please make a donation. You can MAIL your DONATION to: Ghetto Youths Foundation 16115 SW 117TH Avenue Unit 21-A Miami, FL 33177

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Tuff Gong

The Tuff Gong label was founded in 1965 by Bob Marley, with the vision of producing, distributing and promoting his music free from the constraints of corporate label politics. In a time decades before artist-owned record labels were commonplace, the legendary Bob Marley’s vision was characteristically well ahead of its time. Now, nearly a half-century later, his dream is being realized. With Tuff Gong Worldwide, Ziggy Marley continues a dream of his father to own and manage not only his own music, but nearly every aspect of his career. From record label operations to book publishing, Ziggy not only records and releases all of his recent solo studio albums and DVDs via Tuff Gong Worldwide (including the Grammy-winning albums Love Is My Religion and Family Time, and the new release Wild and Free), but also has become a major player in the comic book / graphic novel industry with the release of the MarijuanaMan series. With such distribution partners as Image Comics, Entertainment One in the U.S. and Canada and a variety of distributors and label imprints around the world, Tuff Gong Worldwide's reach has become, indeed, a global phenomenon. Most recently, Tuff Gong Worldwide has expanded beyond consumer products and into the world of television with Marley Africa Road Trip (Elixir Films). Even more new developments will be announced in 2012. Since its inception in 2005, Tuff Gong Worldwide has established itself as a leader in the reggae community. Having consulted on such projects as The Disney Reggae Club (Walt Disney Records) and MARLEY (Shangri-La Entertainment), the company has become a sought-after expert in tapping into reggae culture. With unprecedented access to reggae creatives (artists, musicians, songwriters, etc.), Caribbean media (radio, online, press), and other promotional outlets, Tuff Gong Worldwide finds itself at the center of reggae culture in North America, the Caribbean, and beyond. Tuff Gong also produce mens, women's and infant clothing, including a host of other cool stuff.

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Ky-Mani Marley

Ky-Mani Marley Following in the legacy of his father's footsteps, Ky-Mani Marley continues on with the pop-reggae sound for which his family is known. Stepping into his Jamaican roots, Marley independently released his debut, The Journey, in 1998. It developed a huge following on the reggae charts as well as some dedication from fans of Bob Marley. The following year, The Journey was eventually re-released in the United States. Many more Records appeared in spring 2001, with Radio following in 2007.

Singer. Actor. Author. Humanitarian.

Mike DaRonco, All Music Guide

Ky-Mani has starred in several films, including: Shottas with Paul Campbell, Spragga Benz and Wyclef Jean in 2002 (about organized crime in Kingston and Miami); One Love with singer Cherine Anderson in 2003 (a love story about a Rasta musician who meets a gospel singer when they both enter a music contest in Kingston); and as singer John the Baptist in 2004’s Haven, starring Bill Paxton and Orlando Bloom (a love story-cum-underworld revenge drama set on a exotic island). Ky-Mani is now ready to take on his next acting challenges. 20

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Books & Reading Ky-Mani Marley has written his memoir, an arresting narrative about life as the exiled child of a musical and social icon. Marley said he intended to share a story of redemption and healing and the bond of blood and a common name. let alone a 'Marley.' In the near-thirty years since Dear Dad, is an arresting the death of the world’s greatest narrative of a son locked out of his reggae-music icon, music lovers, iconic father’s shelter for the first half truth seekers, and a new generation of his life and forced to survive the of social-activists alike have flocked topoverty-stricken, predator-infested the musical catalog of Bob Marley like streets of one of Miami’s most violent new believers on a pilgrimage for soul ghettos, Liberty City. Initially inspiration. Though Marley’s iconic life estranged from his siblings and cut off was cut short before his time, his from any financial benefit of the legacy lives on as vibrantly as it did Marley Estate, young Ky-Mani’s gritty when he walked among us. This is not ascent from a bullet-riddled life to the only true because of his timeless world stages he now commands as a music, but because of the musical Grammy-nominated recording artist genius of the extraordinary children are chronicled in this gripping he left behind. biography. Born in Falmouth, Jamaica in Today a dedicated father and 1976 as the tenth son of legendary family man traveling to all corners of reggae icon Bob Marley, Ky-Mani the world, performing no less than Marley discovered his musical talents 100 shows per year, Marley knew late in life, rising to become an he¹d reached a plateau of international music artist and film transformation in his life when he was actor. Ky-Mani has not only written named 'Philanthropist of the Year' by and performed songs of redemption the Prince Albert II of Monaco around the world, like his famous Foundation, Better World Awards. father, but has lived and survived to recant his own personally redemptive His life is truly a 'redemption song.' story in the face of some very stark urban realities unbefitting any human,

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Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley

Junior Gong Damian Marley was only two when his father died, but the youngest of the Marley sons must have learned something. "Junior Gong" was born July, 21 1978 in Kingston, Jamaica. At the age of 13, he formed his first band, the Shepherds, which also included the son of Third World's Cat Coore and the daughter of Freddie McGregor; the group even opened up the 1992 Reggae Sunsplash festival. By 1994, Damian was working on his own solo project, and with the help of his father's label, Tuff Gong, he recorded Mr. Marley. Also lending a familiar air to the sessions was the presence of Stephen Marley, who produced and co-wrote several songs for the LP. Halfway Tree from 2001 earned a Grammy nomination, but the public generally overlooked the ambitious album. Not so for the reggae-meets-hip-hop single "Welcome to Jamrock," which became an urban phenomenon soon after its summer 2005 release. Street-level mixtapes began featuring it, urban radio couldn't get enough of it, and remixes -- both legal and not so legal -- began appearing at a fast pace. The well-rounded album Welcome to Jamrock delivered on the promise of the single that same year, reaching the Top Ten. John Bush, All Music Guide

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1Love Movement

More then just a social network, this is a personal family mission. The new Marley generation is determined to build the beautiful today and tomorrow their Father fought for.

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Marley's Mellow Mood Bob Marley is a global icon, a musical prophet, whose words and vision forever changed the world. His image and music evoke a rich legacy and emotional connection that transcends generation, ethnicity, gender, and geography. In today's high paced, tech-driven world, Bob Marley's message of unity, freedom, peace, empowerment and love have never been more relevant. Marley Beverage Company was created in partnership with the family of Bob Marley, paying homage to their father and patriarch by launching and promoting a wide range of healthy, 100% natural relaxation drinks. A portion of proceeds from the sale of Marley's Mellow Mood goes to 1Love.org.

Marley's Mellow Mood 100% natural relaxation teas and sodas have been meticulously formulated with an exotic blend of time tested, all natural, botanical ingredients sourced from around the world to calm your soul and ease your mind. Ingredients reduce anxiety, promotes relaxation without drowsiness, inhibits adrenaline, relaxes muscles yet enhances mood and alertness while calming.

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Marley's One Drop Coffee

Wake Up & Live Marley’s One Drop™, created with the family of Bob Marley, pays homage with a coffee drink for people who care about more than just great coffee. Our delicious all-natural blend of gourmet coffee uses beans sourced from the mountains of Jamaica, which are renowned for producing the best tasting coffee in the world. A percentage of every purchase of Marley’s One Drop™ is donated to 1Love.org, a non-profit initiative sparked by the Marley family. 1Love.org is a flame that burns for youth, planet and peace, supporting charities that empower people to take action for sustainable and responsible living. With every sip of Marley’s One Drop™, you are helping the flame burn brighter.

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The Melody Makers

Heavy words like heritage and legacy are often used when the subject is Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers. As Bob Marley's children, the band will always be associated with their father's towering presence as both a musician and cultural icon. And this is how it should be. To resist this association would be to deny the musical and spiritual blessings and heritage that have flowed from Bob to his children in what has truly been an extraordinary natural progression.

The Melody Makers are building upon the foundation I and I father started. They have forged a sound all their own, incorporating international contemporary musical forms without losing an essential roots reggae sensibility. As Ziggy has said, "Bob stuff is unique. Melody stuff is unique." Since their debut as young teenagers until their present incarnation as a seasoned and highly professional band there has been one constant: great songs. From "Tomorrow People" and "Tumblin' Down"to "Everyone Wants To Be", the hits keep coming from what is still a relatively young group of musicians. After eight acclaimed albums, two Grammy awards and sold-out concerts before tens of thousands, the Marley magic continues to spread. Perhaps it is because this is peoples and their history, but the message-music. Ziggy and his music doesn't carry a message of siblings live in a different time from exclusion or retribution. And as their father, and this reality is they comment on the human reflected in their work. Without struggle and problems and preaching or proselytizing, the tribulations that face us all, the Melody Makers sing about the Melody Makers never lose sight of world as they see it and as it could the fact that music is a celebration. be. They sing about African 26 http://www.melodymakers.com/mm/

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Real People - Donisha Prendergast “”It’s the in thing to be green. In terms of nature and connecting with nature, I mean, that’s what everybody is doing right now. Right? It’s the in thing to eat healthy and it’s the in thing to love your brother and love your sister. I smile at these things, you know. I don’t smile in a ridiculing way. I smile for peace. Because, this is what my grandfather was preaching about. This is what Rastafari has been talking about, you know. Eating good, living green, giving back to nature and living in love with your brother and your sister. You know. So. Rasta is all over this world whether we want to admit it or not.” - Donisha Twenty-six year old Donisha Prendergast is the eldest granddaughter of Rita and Bob Marley. She is, at heart, a true artist. Her fresh and vibrant talent spans many disciplines. She is an accomplished actor who has already had a wide range of starring roles in a number of major Jamaican television productions. She has also enjoyed leading roles in a several live stage productions, which have successfully toured the Eastern Caribbean, The United States and the UK. At 12, Donisha along with a few of her cousins, performed background vocals on theme song for the popular children’s animation series, Arthur, with her uncle Ziggy Marley as the lead. She went on to travel extensively with her mother, Sharon Marley, while she was a member of the Melody Makers; and to Japan, Ghana, South Africa and the United Kingdom with her grandmother, Rita Marley. She recently toured France with Shaggy and Rik-Rok as dancer/choreographer. Donisha plays the piano and African drums. Donisha currently lives in Miami with her family where she is pursuing a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree (BFA) in Film and Digital Production at a prime arts university. She has already completed two years of theatre studies at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Donisha was the Keynote Speaker and Host for Africa Unite, Youth Symposium in 2006 (Ghana), 2007 (South Africa) and 2008 (Jamaica). Africa Unite is the yearly celebration of Bob Marley’s Birthday that is organized by Rita Marley. In 2011, Donisha plans to publish a book of poetry and her musings about life as she sees it thus far.

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Film: Discovering Rasta

Donisha’s film odyssey, therefore, is both personal and historical, as she balances revelations about Rastafari with her own self-discovery. The film stays focused on Donisha—as a Rasta woman, as a young convert—as she personally discusses and experiences first hand the ways in which this movement has spread around the world. Her questions, her knowledge informs the narrative, and her vibrant and inquisitive personality drives the fast-paced and youthful nature of the film. The aim of the film is bring the issues and message of Rastafari into a contemporary context, illustrating how the acceptance of Rasta in Canada is in mark contrast to other cultures. Mixing rare archive footage, driven by the infectious rhythm of the music, told through interviews and interactions of Donisha with elders, with young converts, looking for connections and traditions rooted in the past, and the beliefs of a movement dedicated to living in the present. RasTa is filled with archival history, and brought to life through Donisha’s passion for knowledge and charismatic personality, as she takes us up close and personal with people and places that will help unlock the mysteries of this movement, pull back the veil of misunderstanding and allow all of us to share the journey and the knowledge of a young women in pursuit of personal truth and contemporary relevance. RasTa converges music and meaning in new ways, making a religious and spiritual movement more accessible to young people, and more understandable to all of us.

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Manifesto Jamaica

Manifesto Jamaica encourages the youth to channel their emotions in a positive direction.

Manifesto JA is a non-profit organization dedicated to youth empowerment and nation building through the Arts and Culture. The executive board of vibrant young people includes film maker Donisha Marley Prendergast and entertainment planner Lesley Ann Welsh, and combines the energies of an active group of young Jamaicans – all below 30-years-old – making it what they describe as a truly ‘for youth, by youth’ initiative. The Manifesto Jamaica group decided that the best help they could give to empowering youth was to encourage their talents as performing artists and provide performance space for them, as well as providing the music industry with a new, younger crew of talented artists. Since its inception, Manifesto Jamaica has been providing interesting opportunities for exposure for performing artists in theatre, music, dance, culinary, visual, spiritual, martial and literary arts. Their objective is to empower the youth and expose them to the arts as an option, instead of crime to earn a living. Targeting the inner city communities, they have held workshops in Greenwich Town and August Town and hope to take the program further afield to the countryside. This project by Manifesto Jamaica is commendable, as it provides new ways for would-be artists to try out their performance skills and make new fans. Hopefully the ambitious objectives will bear fruit for the many performers taking advantage of this unique opportunity. The music industry needs this breath of fresh air. 29

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Artist Spotlight: The Marley Brothers As a fan, artist and lover of reggae music, individuality and having your own voice is important. During hours of playback of their works, I examined what each Marley son has to offer and what makes their music personal. Collectively these talented brothers speak on justice, peace, powering our minds, legalization of marijuana, repression, the teachings of His Imperial Majesty with their own freespirit. No matter your own particular taste, I and I am sure you will find deep likings to the sounds of positive vibrations. Ziggy Marley is a happy rastaman known for chanting down babylon. He sets the record straight on just how corrupt the system of babylon is. Ziggy, like his father shouts for freedom, marijuana and unity for the people. Ziggy's sound is distinct because his music is vibrant, colorful and clear. Ziggy reminds us "there is a rainbow in the sky all the time" and to never be blind to the events of reality. Rastaman, set the people free. You can always anticipate Stephen Marley to sing about relationships and romance. Stephen has always been know to me as having a huge voice of love when it comes to topics of being loved or being in love. His vocals are lovely always, fierce, matching the flavor of having compassion on the track. His albums are evenly soothing and refreshing. One Love. Julian Marley is so mellow like the color yellow. He gives love and promotes strength through his tunes. His music makes me want to be strong like an Iron Lion in Zion! We like him because he is all about di youth them, being aware and helping somebody out. His melodies prophesize knowledge and wisdom. We Digg.

Ky-Mani Marley is know mostly for his struggle in the hood and his life experience in the ghetto, this is the foundation of his music. KyMani is hardcore, he lets us know he is a city boy and has no time for pussyclotin'. He has a soldier mentality and puts no faith in politicians. His music influence us to hold ourselves down, represent Jah and to hustle to survive. Ghetto Loving. Now, Damian Marley has always been a huge advocate of being consciously aware. He shines a bright light on issues of non violence and peace like his older brothers with his militant mentality. He reminds us on just how crazy and evil people in the world can be so his music is easy to vibe and get-a-long to. Jr. Gong has a hip-hop vibe to his reggae soul so his raps and chants are pure truth and thought provoking. Black, Green, Yellow/Gold Pride.

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Feature: Marley Sisters Sharon Marley balances her prowess on stage with the Caribbean business of Ghetto Youth United, the Melody Makers support group and as curator of the Bob Marley Museum. With a major refurbishing of the stellar Jamaican attraction just finished, Sharon is working on opening one of the first day care training centers in Jamaica. The eldest of the four, she is an "on-the-road ER" as she makes sure everyone is eating right and getting enough rest. Sharon was born before Marley started dating Rita. Sharon does background vocals and harmony for most of her brothers (Damian, Ziggy, Stephen, etc.) .She works with many organizations to help children, and mainly spends her time raising funds for charity. She is currently working on opening one of the day care training centers in Jamaica.

Cedella Marley, a daughter and the first child of Bob Marley, toured the world with her brother Ziggy as part of the Melody Makers and still makes music. She's also the CEO of Tuff Gong International and a full-time mother of three. In the late '80s and early '90s Cedella Marley appeared in a few movies, including "The Mighty Quinn" (1989) starring Denzel Washington, and was the female lead in "Joey Breaker" (1993) opposite Richard Edson.

Karen, the second daughter of Bob Marley, was born in England in 1973 but grew up in Jamaica. Karen has always had a passion for fashion and interior design, influenced by her great grandmother, father and growing up in Jamaica. Karen pursues a life outside the glare of the public eye.

Stephanie Marley was educated in Jamaica, London and Canada. She has immersed herself in the family business in various projects and currently resides in Nassau, Bahamas where she is overseeing the construction and development of the family's first resort project, Marley Resort and Spa. Stephanie studied psychology at the University of Western Ontario, Canada at the age of 21. She attained her Bachelor of Arts Degree as an honor roll Student. She is also the mother of four energetic boys. 31

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Travel: Marley Resort & Spa

OUR LUXURIOUS 16 THEMED SUITES AND LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS BLEND THE WARMTH OF MARLEY HISTORY WITH ULTIMATE COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE. SERVICE IS UNPARALLELED. AMID NASSAU'S ATMOSPHERE OF RELAXED AND ARTFUL LIVING, MARLEY RESORT & SPA IS A TRUE HAVEN FOR TRAVELERS. SPANNING PAST AND PRESENT, ITS ACCOMMODATIONS AND AMENITIES ARE AS BEAUTIFUL AND UNUSUAL AS ITS SETTING. Marley Resort & Spa was formerly a private vacation home for the Marley family. Bob and Rita Marley discovered this former governor’s mansion on a visit to Nassau, while they were recovering from an assassination attempt in Jamaica (1976). The property’s lush gardens and oceanfront location provided a respite for the Marley children to balance with life in the mountains of Jamaica. When Rita first inquired about the property, a staff member of the previous owner warned that the house would never be sold to a Black person. Staying true to her strong character, this warning did not sway her. In 1982, Rita purchased the home, and for 16 years Rita and their children spent holidays and summer vacations together in Nassau. In 2004, they planned to renovate the home for the growing family, but once the process started, Rita decided that this retreat should be a home away from home for everyone. Marley Resort & Spa’s lion logo relates to many facets of Marley life. The lion is an important symbol used in the Rastafari religion, relating to Emperor Haile Selassie and the Lion of Judah, and has carried over to reggae music and culture. Throughout the Legend's career, the lion was referenced frequently in album art and lyrics. "Nana" Rita, the matriarch of the family and an astrological Leo, is also honored by the presence of the lioness sculpture that adorns the property. The music, the history and the way of life celebrated by the Marley family is woven into every aspect of the Marley Resort & Spa, and their influence continues in the mystical energy of the resort today. They often visit the resort for a little R&R of their own. Guests can find themselves sitting down for dinner with Rita at the next table or waking up to Ziggy strumming a song on his guitar. After all, it’s still their home, and the legend lives at Marley Resort & Spa.

WE ARE HAPPY TO SAY, THE LEGEND LIVES AT THE MARLEY RESORT & SPA. WE INVITE YOU TO COME AND EXPERIENCE THIS NOSTALGIC, MYSTICAL PIECE OF PARADISE WE ONCE CALLED HOME. COME EMBRACE THE FEELING OF ONE LOVE AND ONE HEART IN ONLY ONE PLACE. -THE MARLEY FAMILY

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Rita Marley

Mother,Wife, Musician

Best known as Bob Marley's wife, Rita Marley was also a solo artist in her own right both before and after her marriage, and served as the caretaker of her husband's legacy following his premature death in 1981. Born Alpharita Anderson in Cuba, she grew up largely in the Trenchtown section of Kingston, and first sang with a female ska trio called the Soulettes. The Soulettes began recording for Clement "Coxsone" Dodd's Studio One label in 1964, and Dodd asked his emerging young star Bob Marley to mentor them; Marley and Anderson fell in love and married in 1966. Rita recorded with two different Soulettes lineups in the mid-'60s, cut a few hit solo singles of her own (including "Pied Piper"), and backed the Wailers on some of their '60s recordings. When Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer left the Wailers in 1974, Rita helped organize the I-Threes, a female vocal trio consisting of herself, Marcia Griffiths, and Judy Mowatt. The I-Threes backed Bob Marley in the studio and on tour for the remainder of his career, up until his death from melanoma in 1981. During that time, both Marleys narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in 1976, in which one bullet grazed Rita's head and another hit Bob's arm. In 1981, as Bob succumbed to cancer, Rita recorded the solo album Who Feels It Knows It. A spiritual, life-affirming statement, the album featured a lighthearted hit single in "One Draw," a blatantly pro-marijuana lesson in proper smoking technique. Banned by the BBC, "One Draw" became the first reggae single to top Billboard's disco singles chart, which was used to track dance-club play at the time. Another single, "Play Play," had a measure of success in the U.K. However, Marley found it difficult to pursue a full-time recording career; she spent much of the '80s handling the assorted legal and business interests associated with her husband's name and estate, and also mentored her children's musical venture, Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers. She finally returned to solo recording with 1988's Harambe (Working Together for Freedom), and followed it in 1991 with We Must Carry On, which garnered a Grammy nomination. Both albums continued her knack for danceable, rootsy reggae with spiritual messages and a definite sense of fun. Marley finally returned with a new album, Rita Marley Sings Bob Marley...and Friends, in 2003. Steve Huey, Rovi

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The I -Threes

I - Threes

The I - Threes were the most influential female singing group in the history of Jamaican music. A trio featuring Marcia Griffiths, Rita Marley , and Judy Mowatt, the I-Threes provided the rich harmonies for Bob Marley's performances and recordings from 1974 until his death many years later. Marcia Griffiths was already a star when the I-Threes came together. Her duet recordings with Bob Andy, which included "Young, Gifted and Black," had brought her international attention. When she invited Mowatt, who had previously sung with The Gaylettes, and Marley to harmonize with her on a recording with Andy, she set the stage for the trio's formation. The recording session proved so inspiring that she invited the two women to be guests on a song that she and Andy were scheduled to perform that evening at the House of Chen in New Kingston. Shortly after the departure of Peter Tosh and Bunny Livingston from The Wailers, Bob Marley asked the three women to sing on his recording, Jah Live. They continued to work together for the next ten years. In early 1975, the IThrees joined Marley for a tour as opening act for The Jackson Five. Although they continued to perform together following Marley's death, the three women soon elected to pursue solo careers. Craig Harris, Rovi

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Closing

The Marley family has been spotlighted by ReCreation Magazine™ because they encourage families to stick together with a bond and spirit of harmony that can not be broken. They encourage people to let their voice be heard. This family gives hope that there are still people in the world moved, to make a difference. With the love of a family you can truly create a masterpiece whether it be manifested in a picture, exhibited through music or by having the ability to successfully run a booming business. The Marley family is one of a kind. They have a true message that shall be heard to the masses for the future that has to come. You haffi salute. one love Jahmerikah Marley, ReCreation Magazine™ Creator

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Holy Bible

SELAH - [se'lah] --- This word occurs 71 times in the Book of Psalms. Scholars agree that the term is a musical direction of some sort, but they are not agreed on what the direction is. It may mean: (1) an interlude --- a pause in the singing while the orchestra continues; (2) the equivalent of today's "Amen"; as such it would separate psalms or sections of psalms which have different liturgical purposes; and (3) an acrostic that means" a change of voices" or "repeat".

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