Disbandment and Recent Projects
In 2003, Ziggy released his first album Dragonfly. In the same year, Stephen and his brother Damian put together an album called Educated Fools under the group name of Marley Boyz. They recorded it on the labels "Ghetto Youths International" and "Tuff Gong International", collaborating with a number of other reggae artists including their brother Ky-Mani Marley.
Cedella currently lives in Miami, Florida, where she is the CEO of Tuff Gong International. She continues to tour with the Melody Makers internationally and perform on numerous TV shows. She has also developed a collection of customized women's clothing, named Catch A Fire, the title of one of her father's albums.
Sharon balances her prowess on stage with the Caribbean business of Ghetto Youth United, the Melody Makers support group and as the curator of the Bob Marley Museum.
Erica Newell, who was back-up vocalist for all of the group's tours, has pursued her own solo career. She released a single "Inspire Me". She is currently working on her own album, which will be released her own independent record label "Ouida International". She sings as a backing vocalist for Stephen Marley and continues to do her own shows.
In 2006, Ziggy released his sophomore album "Love Is My Religion", which earned Grammy award for "Best Reggae Album". In the following year, Stephen released his first album "Mind Control" in March 2007, which also earned a Grammy award for "Best Reggae Album". In 2008, Ziggy released a live CD/DVD "Love Is My Religion Live". In 2009, Ziggy released his third album "Family Time". In the same year, Stephen joined Snoop Dogg and Slightly Stoopid on the Blazed and Confused 2009 Tour and released "Mind Control Acoustic". The album earned Stephen received his fifth Grammy award.
In February 2011, Cedella announced she would design the kit for the Jamaican track and field team at the 2012 Summer Olympics, including world champion Usain Bolt, under an arrangement with Puma. In May 2011, Stephen released his sophomore album "Revelation Part 1: The Root of Life". In July 2011, Ziggy released his fourth album "Wild and Free". The album spawned the single "Forward to Love". In September 2011, Cedella released a book called "One Love". Ziggy's "Wild and Free" album and Stephen's "Revelation Part 1: The Root of Life" both have received a 2012 Grammy nomination. Stephen won the 2012 Grammy award for "Best Reggae Album".
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