JULIAN Marley, son of the late, great legend Bob, will be playing a special concert at the Guildhall on May 10 as part of his UK tour.

Julian has been around music all his life.

Born in 1975, he has been blessed both by his father's great talent and legacy and by the unique perspective that comes with an upbringing in a multicultural community.

Julian has emerged as a skilful, self-taught musician, mastering the bass, drums, and keyboards.

He recorded his first song when he was only five at the Marley family home in Kingston,

In 1989 he released his first album, Uprising - also the name of his new band.

He moved to Jamaica in 1992 and began to work with such reggae veterans as Aston 'Family Man' Barrett, Earl 'Wire' Lindo, Tyrone Downie and Earl 'Chinna' Smith. His most recent release, A Time and Place, is the culmination of his musical development to date, a conscious effort that reflects his growing maturity and musical sophistication.

Collaborating on the album with Julian was the Ghetto Youths International production team founded by siblings Stephen and Ziggy.

The family connection goes further: it was recorded at the newly renovated Marley Music studio at Hope Road in Kingston, the studio where his father created some of his most important and well-known work.

While clearly reflecting his roots and heritage, the album is his however his own testament. Julian has performed at Jamaica's Sumfest and Sunsplash shows, and has toured in Japan, Brazil, Mexico and extensively throughout Europe.

It is a rare opportunity to see a part of music history.

Tickets £18.50. Box office: 023 8063 2601.