Man in Profile

The photo, taken by Lee Jaffe at the Kingston airport in 1973, captures Carlton Barrett, the legendary drummer of Bob Marley & The Wailers. The image reflects a pivotal moment just before the band’s first North American tour, arranged with the help of Jaffe after the release of Catch a Fire. Despite visa complications and tense moments at Canadian customs, the band ultimately crossed into the U.S. and delivered electrifying shows in Boston and New York. This photograph stands as a testament to the spirit and resilience that carried reggae to the world stage.