Legendary reggae bassist Aston 'Family Man' Barrett has died at 77.

Barrett was pivotal in shaping the reggae and dub music genres.

He served as the bandleader and co-producer for the iconic Bob Marley & the Wailers.

Beyond his performances, Barrett was a mentor to many and ranked as the 25th greatest bassist.

He received Jamaica's Order of Distinction honor in 2021.

Barrett's son is set to represent his legacy in an upcoming Bob Marley biopic.

Barrett fought for unpaid royalties in a 2006 legal case and retired in 2019.

Jamaica's Minister for Culture publicly acknowledged Barrett's passing and his impact on music.