Feb 6, 2023 · 22m
On a wet Easter weekend in 1979, Bob Marley arrived in New Zealand to play a gif at Western Springs Stadium in Auckland. James Rolleston looks back at the day.
When Bob Came
Documentary series exploring the enduring cultural impact of Bob Marley's one and only visit to Aotearoa in 1979, celebrating the importance of his message and how his music shaped our nation.
Season 1 Episodes
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Feb 6, 2023 · 23m
James Rolleston will guide is through the musical legacy Bob has had on Aotearoa with extended footage of Bob and his band onstage entertaining 22,000 kiwis and changing the face of our nation.
Feb 6, 2023 · 23m
James Rolleston explores how a Bob Marley's music and message of rights, justice, resistance and liberation became a soundtrack to many movements.
Feb 6, 2023 · 22m
Bob Marley is still known as the Marijuana Messiah to many and his influence on the use of cannabis is almost immeasurable. This episode looks at drug culture in New Zealand.
Feb 6, 2023 · 22m
After Bob Marley's concert, there was a large sell in the number of Me Zealanders converting to the Rastafari Culture and this episode takes a look at the culture in New Zealand.
Feb 6, 2023 · 22m
James Rolleston looks back at New Zealand's conflicted history and how Bob Marley's concert contributed to the growing movement within New Zealand at the time of language revitalization, land reclamation and cultural pride
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did When Bob Came Season 1 premiere?
When Bob Came Season 1 premiered on February 6, 2023.
How many episodes are in When Bob Came Season 1?
When Bob Came Season 1 has 6 episodes.
What is the first episode of When Bob Came Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Concert". It aired on February 6, 2023.
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