Bob Marley on Punk, New Wave & Why He Recorded “Punky Reggae Party” for Lee Perry (1977 Interview)

Bob Marley is asked about the Punk and New Wave movement in this rare late-1970s interview, and why he never followed up with a reggae–punk crossover. Marley explains that “Punky Reggae Party” wasn’t really his work — he only recorded it out of respect for his friend and producer Lee “Scratch” Perry. This clip captures Marley’s honest thoughts on punk music, New Wave culture, and how reggae was evolving during the late ‘70s. ✦ Rare Bob Marley interview (1977) ✦ Reggae history + punk crossover ✦ Roots reggae + Jamaican music culture ✦ Lee “Scratch” Perry collaboration insight ✨ Daily uploads of rare Bob Marley wisdom, interviews, and classic reggae moments. ❤️💛💚 Watch all my Bob Marley playlists: https://www.youtube.com/@worldwarXP/playlists Subscribe to join the reggae family. One Love. #BobMarley #Reggae #LeeScratchPerry #PunkReggae #MusicHistory

Added 9 Oct 2026