Aston Barrett, the former Jamaican bassist and leader of Bob Marley & The Wailers, has passed away at the age of 77 after a long medical battle. Barrett is known for his significant influence in the reggae genre, his bass work on numerous classic songs, and his role in introducing the sound of reggae's one-drop rhythm to international audiences. His passing has led to an outpouring of condolences from the music industry and his fans.