Four-time Grammy-winning reggae artiste Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley has just released his latest single, a cover version of George Harrison’s ‘My Sweet Lord‘.

In this single, Jr. Gong gives his interpretation of Harrison’s timeless classic from his 1970 album, ‘All Things Must Pass‘.

This cover version is said to capture the essence of the original while blending it with his own reggae-infused style, thus creating a fresh and captivating musical experience, according to Jamaican entertainment publicist, Ronnie Tomlinson.

According to Tomlinson, “Marley puts his own spin on the spiritual anthem, giving the track a fresh sound with his signature reggae style and soulful vocals.”

Marley’s first solo release since 2019

Tomlinson, CEO of Destine Media, said the single marks Marley’s first solo release since ‘Reach Home Safe’ in 2019, and his first release under his Miami-based label, Ghetto Youths International, which he runs with his brothers Stephen and Julian Marley.

Tomlinson told Caribbean Life that Marley chose to cover ‘My Sweet Lord‘ because of its poignant message and relevance to the current state of the world.

The single became available on all digital platforms on July 28, coinciding with the 52nd anniversary of Harrison’s Concert for Bangladesh, the first major benefit concert in history, which raised funds and awareness for the humanitarian crisis in South Asian country.

Marley hopes that his single will also inspire people to support causes that are close to their hearts and make a positive difference in the world.

The youngest son of reggae legend Bob Marley, Jr. Gong garnered his own place in music history when he became the first ever reggae artist to win a Grammy Award outside of the reggae category, taking home an award for Best Urban/Alternative performance for his title single, ‘Welcome To Jamrock‘.

The acclaimed 2005 breakthrough album, ‘Welcome To Jamrock‘, also won a Grammy for Best Reggae Album, while the New York Times named it “the best reggae song of the decade.”

Tomlinson said Marley has been “shaking up stages” all over the world for the past few years, first in conjunction with his Distant Relatives project in which he teamed up with Nas and brother Stephen Marley, and then when he went on to partner with Skrillex for their groundbreaking track ‘Make It Bun Dem‘, which Rolling Stone called “a monster mash up of dubstep and dancehall.”

Following the track’s success, the reggae superstar released his fourth studio album, ‘Stony Hill‘, resulting in his third Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album.

Tomlinson said Marley is also working with his brothers Stephen and Julian under their Ghetto Youths International Label, “to discover, develop and sign gifted artists – applying their musical talent and vast experience to create new and different styles of music.”

Recently, Marley collaborated on and produced ‘The Kalling‘ by Kabaka Pyramid in September 2022. The 15-track project went on to win Best Reggae Album at the 65th Grammy Awards.