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The flawless 1978 album Lars Ulrich crowned as “the greatest” live experience
Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich named Bob Marley and the Wailers’ 1978 live album *Babylon By Bus* among the greatest live records ever. His choice stands out because Ulrich’s musical roots are in heavy metal, yet he said Marley’s performance captured a powerful connection between the band and its audience.
In a 2020 interview, Ulrich praised the album’s unity and the group’s distinctive groove, saying it could surpass even Marley’s studio recordings. He described Marley and the Wailers as a true band and a force that brought Jamaican music to a wider audience; Ulrich had not attended the performances himself.
In short
- Lars Ulrich praised *Babylon By Bus* as one of the greatest live albums.
- He highlighted the unity between Bob Marley’s band and audience.
- The 1978 reggae record stood out to the Metallica drummer.
Explained simply
Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer and songwriter whose music helped bring reggae to listeners around the world. The Wailers were the band that performed with him, known for a steady, distinctive rhythm and close musical interplay.
Babylon By Bus is a live album recorded during the group’s 1978 European tour. It presents Marley and the Wailers performing for audiences, capturing both the band’s sound and the response from the crowd.
Lars Ulrich is the drummer for Metallica, an American heavy metal band. His praise for the album reflects an appreciation of its performance and sense of connection between musicians and audience, despite his different musical background.