The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations

Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

5-7 Canal St, Westerly, RI, United States, Rhode Island 02891 | Westerly

The United Theatre
Publisher/HostThe United Theatre
The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations
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The Wailers return to the UNITED to celebrate 50 years of Rastaman Vibration, marking a defining moment in reggae history and honoring one of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ most influential albums. This special tour, 50 Years of Positive Vibrations, highlights select cuts from Rastaman Vibration alongside the timeless classics that continue to unite audiences across generations.
Doors: 7:00pm - Show: 8:00pm - all ages
Tickets: $35 FLOOR STANDING (fees included)
$57 BALCONY SEATED (fees included)
Support: Soulshot
Released in 1976, Rastaman Vibration was a pivotal album that carried reggae’s message of resistance, spirituality, and hope onto the global stage. Songs like “Positive Vibration,” “Roots, Rock, Reggae,” and “War” remain as relevant today as ever — powerful expressions of music as both a cultural force and a call for unity.
Under the leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., son of legendary bassist Aston “Familyman” Barrett, The Wailers continue to honor their roots while carrying the music forward with purpose and authenticity. Joined by Mitchell Brunings, whose soulful vocals and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences worldwide, the band delivers performances that embody the enduring spirit of reggae — uplifting, conscious, and deeply human.
In a unique crossover into film, Aston Barrett Jr. portrayed his father in the 2024 biopic Bob Marley: One Love, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir. His portrayal added rare authenticity, grounded in lived experience and a deep personal connection to the legacy.
Alongside honoring the past, The Wailers remain firmly rooted in the present. Their recent albums One World and Evolution — both Grammy-nominated — reaffirm the band’s creative vitality. Evolution, produced by Grammy Award-winner Emilio Estefan Jr. on Crescent Moon Records, blends classic roots reggae with contemporary global influences, with songs like “Love Should Be Free” resonating worldwide for their positive and socially conscious message.
Audiences can expect a soul-stirring setlist that weaves together the revolutionary spirit of Rastaman Vibration, the band’s classic anthems, and select modern highlights — all delivered with the same authenticity, musicianship, and heart that made The Wailers a cornerstone of global music.
TICKET NOTE: Please Read: All “FLOOR STANDING” labeled tickets are general admission standing room only - there are no seats on the floor. The “BALCONY” tickets are the only seated option (limited supplies - general admission seating). All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The United is not liable for any tickets purchased from a third-party seller.
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