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Tuff Gong
Type: Music Stores
10Best Says
Founded by Bob Marley in 1965, Tuff Gong includes a recording studio, mastering room, stamper room, pressing plant, cassette plant, wholesale record shop, gift shop, booking agency, as well as offices... Read More
Founded by Bob Marley in 1965, Tuff Gong includes a recording studio, mastering room, stamper room, pressing plant, cassette plant, wholesale record shop, gift shop, booking agency, as well as offices for Rita Marley Music and Ghetto Youths International.The famous Tuff Gong International studio is one of the largest Caribbean studios. Artists, musicians, producers and tourists travel from all over the world to see and use it. Some famous names include Snoop Dogg, Jimmie Cliff, Beanie Man, Ziggy Marley, Lauren Hill, Shaggy, and many others. Bob Marley recorded several hits here like "Trenchtown Rock," "Buffalo Soldier" and "Could You Be Loved."
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Amber Nolan
Travel Expert
- Best Shopping: "Tours are available but will set you back a startling $250."
- Recommended as Best Shopping Because: Part shop and part recording studio, this is a must visit for music lovers and Bob Marley fans.