Ziggy Marley| World Music Views With JR Watkis

Ziggy Marley is the eldest son of Bob Marley. He is an eight time
grammy award winner with multiple hits and world class tours under
his belt. In this podcasts he shares insights into the music
industry on how to make it as an independent artist and adapt to
changes in the industry. With five children, the reggae
icon Ziggy Marley knows a few things about what kids like
and need. His children’s books, My Dog Romeo (July 27/Akashic
Books) and Little John Crow (November 2/Akashic Books) celebrate
our love for dogs, the earth and learning to accept the differences
in others.  He co-wrote Little John Crow which is based
in his birthplace of Jamaica, with his wife
Orly.   The couple is passionate about the importance of
music and reading in the development of children and are excited to
share these heartwarming stories with families around the world.
Ziggy is an eight time Grammy award-winner, Emmy winner and
philanthropist.His early immersion in music stated at ag 10 with
his father.  The artist’s non-profit charity, URGE (Unlimited
Resources Giving Enlightenment) supports efforts in Jamaica,
Ethiopia and other developing nations.  The charity’s
objective is to build new schools an operate
health clinics with the focus on youth by developing and supporting
educational programs. They will be donating books to Mary’s
Child and the Chepstowe Basic School in Jamaica.