Junior Marvin

Junior Marvin also known as Junior Marvin-Hanson, Junior Hanson, Junior Kerr, and Julian Junior Marvin, is a Jamaican-born guitarist and singer best known for his association with Bob Marley and The Wailers. He started his career working with artists such as T-Bone Walker and as Junior Hanson when he formed the band Hanson in 1973. Marvin has also been associated with Gass and others such as Steve Winwood.

Early life

Born in Kingston, Surrey County, Jamaica, Marvin moved to London as a child where his love of both acting and music was nurtured.

Career

Early years

Marvin appeared in the Beatles' film Help! as a child actor. He served his musical apprenticeship in USA by playing with artists including Toots and the Maytals, T-Bone Walker and Ike & Tina Turner. He later moved to England and played with the Keef Hartley band and the White Rabbit band.

Hanson and Bob Marley

In 1973, he formed the band Hanson and recorded two albums. after the second album Magic Dragon (1974) they disbanded. Marvin used a fuzzbox guitar effect when recording with the band and in session work. This sound and his prowess as a guitarist was noticed by The Wailers. He met Bob Marley...

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