["Rastaman Vibration"] is the most searingly political album issued right across the spectrum of contemporary music in recent years….

This album is perhaps the most vocal and blatant preaching of the need for unity between colours. And aside from his rapidly accelerating personal status as a superstar, Bob Marley has put together here an album of compelling importance at a crucial time in world history….

[Look] out for richly rewarding aspects of art when a performer is both committed and able to communicate that belief with clear, simple methods—like music….

[Until now Marley's] lyrics have been just a little cloudy when they've hit the chart: "I Shot The Sheriff," "Stir It Up" and even "No Woman, No Cry" have not carried with much clarity the intensity of his real path. And although all Marley/Wailers albums have had plenty of strength, nothing has come near this one...