HARTFORD — Julian Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Barbados-born Lucy Pounder, has  awaken.

The naturally talented musician, singer, songwriter, and entertainer released his album Awake May 26 and is playing select dates on the Blazed & Confused tour with Snoop Dogg, Slightly Stoopid, and brother Stephen.
In October, he comes to Hartford. And his brother, Stephen Marley, will join him Oct. 16 at the West Indian Social Club.

The May 2009 release of Awake comes on the heels of an emotionally charged year. Awake is a call for everyone – youths and elders – to awaken to life’s joy and rewards and to live positive.

The roots-reggae sound that Julian has distinctly made his own is supported by the street-energy infusion of hip-hop, bubbling dancehall, and a smooth combination of R&B and reggae.

The first single from Awake is “Boom Draw,” an easy roots-dancehall tune that will surely have fans moving to its rock solid rhythm. More great tracks on Awake include “Little to Late” with Stephen Marley on guest vocals, “Violence in the Street” with Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, and “Oh Girl” featuring American rapper Mr. Cheeks.

Awake is produced by Julian Marley, along with Stephen and Damian Marley.