Bob Marley [Eras]

Episode

Title

First
Broadcast

Repeated

Comments

Bob Marley: 1. Soon Come

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker.

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley.

In the years since his death in 1981, Bob Marley has become an icon unlike any other.

In Episode One of Eras: Bob Marley, you'll discover where his story began.

From the rural village of Nine Mile to the yards of Kingston, follow Bob's first steps into the music industry, and his earliest encounters with the band that would make him famous - The Wailers.

Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive, you'll get to know the man behind the music.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson explores the origins of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson explores the origins of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley - from his origins in the village of Nine Mile, to his first steps in the music industry.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: 2. Catch A Fire

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

In the second episode of Eras: Bob Marley, it's 1972, and The Wailers find themselves in London. When a strange twist of fate puts them in front of Island Records' Chris Blackwell, a new chapter begins for Bob, Peter and Bunny.

But under the pressure of life on the road, tensions grow between the old friends - and something has to give.

As the eyes of the world turn to Bob Marley, a golden age of Reggae begins.

Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson follows The Wailers' story to London, on the cusp of a new chapter.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson follows The Wailers' story to London, where fate has a new chapter in store for Bob Marley.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: 3. War

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

In Episode 3 of Eras: Bob Marley, it's an election year - and Jamaica is rocked by political turmoil. Bob is living peacefully at his home in Kingston, but when violence comes to 56 Hope Road, his days in the city are numbered.

The next chapter of his story will cement his legacy as the King of Reggae - an icon whose impact goes far beyond music alone.

Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's incredible life.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's life, and the incredible music that it produced.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: 3. War

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

The next chapter of his story will cement his legacy as the King of Reggae - an icon whose impact goes far beyond music alone.

Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's incredible life.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's life, and the incredible music that it produced.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: 4. Legend

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

In the final chapter of Eras: Bob Marley, Bob's incredible life comes to end. But his Legend is immortal.

Friends, fans and collaborators celebrate his legacy of activism, his potent spirituality and his undeniable musical accomplishments, which left the world so much richer than he found it.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story, celebrating the life of a true Legend.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: 4. Legend

20250120

20250202 (R2)

Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

In the final chapter of Eras: Bob Marley, Bob's incredible life comes to end. But his Legend is immortal.

Friends, fans and collaborators celebrate his legacy of activism, his potent spirituality and his undeniable musical accomplishments, which left the world so much richer than he found it.

A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley

Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story, celebrating the life of a true Legend.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: Interview With Cedella And Skip Marley

20250202

Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker.

He's sold tens of millions of records - but his influence goes far beyond music. He's one of the most recognisable faces on Earth - but how much do you know the man behind the smile?

As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on the enduring legend of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

Trevor Nelson talks all things Bob Marley with his daughter Cedella and grandson Skip.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

[LISTEN NOW]

Bob Marley: Interview With Cedella And Skip Marley

20250202

Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker.

He's sold tens of millions of records - but his influence goes far beyond music. He's one of the most recognisable faces on Earth - but how much do you know the man behind the smile?

As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on the enduring legend of Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

Trevor Nelson talks all things Bob Marley with his daughter Cedella and grandson Skip.

The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words.

As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on Reggae's first and greatest superstar.

[LISTEN NOW]

Episodes

Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	Bob Marley: 1. Soon Come	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker. Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley. In the years since his death in 1981, Bob Marley has become an icon unlike any other. In Episode One of Eras: Bob Marley, you'll discover where his story began. From the rural village of Nine Mile to the yards of Kingston, follow Bob's first steps into the music industry, and his earliest encounters with the band that would make him famous - The Wailers. Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive, you'll get to know the man behind the music. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson explores the origins of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson explores the origins of Reggae's first and greatest superstar, Bob Marley - from his origins in the village of Nine Mile, to his first steps in the music industry. [LISTEN NOW]
02	Bob Marley: 2. Catch A Fire	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. In the second episode of Eras: Bob Marley, it's 1972, and The Wailers find themselves in London. When a strange twist of fate puts them in front of Island Records' Chris Blackwell, a new chapter begins for Bob, Peter and Bunny. But under the pressure of life on the road, tensions grow between the old friends - and something has to give. As the eyes of the world turn to Bob Marley, a golden age of Reggae begins. Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson follows The Wailers' story to London, on the cusp of a new chapter. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson follows The Wailers' story to London, where fate has a new chapter in store for Bob Marley. [LISTEN NOW]
03	Bob Marley: 3. War	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. In Episode 3 of Eras: Bob Marley, it's an election year - and Jamaica is rocked by political turmoil. Bob is living peacefully at his home in Kingston, but when violence comes to 56 Hope Road, his days in the city are numbered. The next chapter of his story will cement his legacy as the King of Reggae - an icon whose impact goes far beyond music alone. Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's incredible life. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's life, and the incredible music that it produced. [LISTEN NOW]
04	Bob Marley: 3. War	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. In Episode 3 of Eras: Bob Marley, it's an election year - and Jamaica is rocked by political turmoil. Bob is living peacefully at his home in Kingston, but when violence comes to 56 Hope Road, his days in the city are numbered. The next chapter of his story will cement his legacy as the King of Reggae - an icon whose impact goes far beyond music alone. Featuring brand new interviews with friends, fans and collaborators, plus rare BBC archive. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's incredible life. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson explores the most tumultuous period in Bob Marley's life, and the incredible music that it produced. [LISTEN NOW]
04	Bob Marley: 4. Legend	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. In the final chapter of Eras: Bob Marley, Bob's incredible life comes to end. But his Legend is immortal. Friends, fans and collaborators celebrate his legacy of activism, his potent spirituality and his undeniable musical accomplishments, which left the world so much richer than he found it. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story, celebrating the life of a true Legend. [LISTEN NOW]
05	Bob Marley: 4. Legend	20250120	20250202 (R2)	Trevor Nelson tells the story of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. In the final chapter of Eras: Bob Marley, Bob's incredible life comes to end. But his Legend is immortal. Friends, fans and collaborators celebrate his legacy of activism, his potent spirituality and his undeniable musical accomplishments, which left the world so much richer than he found it. A Cup and Nuzzle Production. Series Producer: Joe Foley Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. Trevor Nelson narrates the final chapter in Bob Marley's incredible story, celebrating the life of a true Legend. [LISTEN NOW]
05	Bob Marley: Interview With Cedella And Skip Marley	20250202		Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker. He's sold tens of millions of records - but his influence goes far beyond music. He's one of the most recognisable faces on Earth - but how much do you know the man behind the smile? As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on the enduring legend of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. Trevor Nelson talks all things Bob Marley with his daughter Cedella and grandson Skip. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on Reggae's first and greatest superstar. [LISTEN NOW]
06	Bob Marley: Interview With Cedella And Skip Marley	20250202		Rock Star. Poet. Visionary. Peacemaker. He's sold tens of millions of records - but his influence goes far beyond music. He's one of the most recognisable faces on Earth - but how much do you know the man behind the smile? As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on the enduring legend of Reggae's first and greatest superstar. Trevor Nelson talks all things Bob Marley with his daughter Cedella and grandson Skip. The stories of the biggest artists in the world told over the years in their own words. As the world celebrates 80 years of Bob Marley, Trevor Nelson sits down with Cedella and Skip Marley to hear their personal takes on Reggae's first and greatest superstar. [LISTEN NOW]