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Bob Marley Listed Among Top 1980s Artists of All Time by Planet Radio

BY STEPHANIE KORNEY JAMAICANS.COM

Reggae music artist and legend Bob Marley has been included on the list of the top artists of the 1980s compiled by Planet Radio, a top European radio network. In the opinion of Planet Radio, the 1980s produced some of the most iconic artists and recordings of all time, giving fans the soundtrack for the most memorable times of their lives. Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician Bob Marley, a pioneer of the reggae genre, is included on the Planet Radio list of 28 iconic 80s recording artists. The year 1980 saw the release of three major works by Marley and The Wailers that are considered classics: “Could You Be Loved,” “Three Little Birds,” and “Redemption Song.” Bob Marley was born in Nine Mile, Jamaica, and started his career as a professional musician in 1963, forming the group Bob Marley and The Wailers. They released their first studio album in 1965. This was followed by 11 other studio albums and developed a signature rhythmbased approach in constructing their songs during the 1960 and 1970s, a move that coincided with Marley’s conversion to Rastafari and his relation to London. With the release of their albums “Catch a Fire” and “Burnin’” in 1973, Marley and The Wailers became a global success. The group disbanded, and Marley went on to pursue a solo career. His debut solo album “Natty Dread” and his next “Rastaman Vibration” in 1976 were welcomed by his growing fan base. Marley survived an attempted assassination in Jamaica in 1976, which prompted his permanent move to London, where he recorded the album “Exodus,” which combined blues, soul, and British rock elements and was a critical and commercial success. Marley was diagnosed with melanoma in 1977 and died of the disease in 1981. The other 27 top artists of the 1980s on the Planet Radio list, in no particular order, include Cher, Cyndi Lauper, Eurythmics, Fleetwood Mac, Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Prince, ABBA, Madonna, Madness, Billy Joel, Phil Collins, Stevie Wonder, Belinda Carlisle, Tracy Chapman, Huey Lewis and the News, Tina Turner, The Pointer Sisters, Queen, Wham, The Police, Nick Kershaw, Alison Moyet, UB40, A-ha, and Bryan Adams.l

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Kitchen Corner Grandma Tolli's Candied Yams

My grandma's candied yams are the best candied yams I have ever had! The pineapple is an awesome addition to this sweet dish. —ntolliver213, AllRecipes.com

Ingredients ¼ cup unsalted butter ½ cup pineapple juice ½ cup white sugar ½ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 (29 ounce) cans cut yams, drained 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained 1½ cups miniature marshmallows

Directions Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2 Melt butter in a saucepan over mediumlow heat. Add pineapple juice, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir to combine and cook until sugars have dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 3 Meanwhile, place drained yams in a casserole dish. Add pineapple chunks. Pour sauce over top.

Step 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Add marshmallows to the top and continue to bake until golden and melted, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving so sauce can thicken.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 393 calories; protein 2.3g; carbohydrates 83g; fat 6.3g; cholesterol 15.3mg; sodium 106.3mg. l Prep: 5 mins Cook: 1 hr 15 mins Additional: 15 mins Total: 1 hr 35 mins Servings: 8

Three Crucial Ways Taking a Vacation Will Reduce Your Stress and Extend Your Life

BY CHRIS TOBIAS

For most of us, working hard is just a way of life. But the daily grind has a way of wearing us down. That's why it's important to recharge with a relaxing vacation at least once a year. Here are three ways that taking a vacation will reduce your stress and improve your attitude, making it vital for prolonging your life, health and happiness.

1. Being around nature improves brain functioning It's well-known that even just the sight of green trees and grass can improve all areas of our lives, from school and work performance to personal health. Scientists have shown that exposure to nature changes brain activity, reducing the amount of activity in areas related to stress and fear and increasing it in areas related to happiness.

2. Meditating while on vacation boosts stress regulation Vacation and meditation have shockingly similar benefits to body and mind. A study from the University of CaliforniaSan Francisco found that participants who took a resort vacation demonstrated an improved immune system. Additionally, researchers discovered an increase in participants' levels of telomerase, a protein which is theorized to protect against cellular aging. Those who meditated on the vacation enjoyed even greater benefits, reporting improved mental health benefits for 10 months longer than those who did not meditate.

3. Taking time off together strengthens relationships Members of families and couples that spend time with one another will notice many improvements in their relations together. Taking part in leisure together has been shown to lead to increased emotional bonding. Children and teenagers especially benefit, displaying improved academic performance and lessening of behavioral problems.

Taking a vacation can be one of the healthiest things you do all year. Keep your body, mind and relationships strong by scheduling your vacation today. Do it for yourself and your loved ones.l

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