Released by Sony's Columbia/Legacy imprint, this collection primarily focuses on songs recorded 1976-1978, taken from the albums "Legalize It" (1976), "Equal Rights" (1977), and "Bush Doctor" (1978).

SCROLLS OF THE PROPHET: THE BEST OF PETER TOSH consists of 15 songs, most from the late 1970s; songs are not in chronological order. Disc packaged in clear jewel case; total running time: 72:46. Booklet includes an essay by KROQ's Native Wayne Jobson, several small b&w photos, and track information (recording dates for all but track 11, albums of origin, and songwriter credits). Sound quality is good.

Tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 are from "Equal Rights"

Tracks 7, 9, 12, and 13 are from "Legalize It"

Tracks 5 and 8 are from "Bush Doctor" (track 5, "(You Gotta Walk And) Don't Look Back", is a duet with Mick Jagger)

Track 15 is from "Honorary Citizen" and track 10 is from 1981's "Wanted Dread or Alive".

Track 14 is a 1964 version of "One Love" by Bob Marley & the Wailers featuring Peter Tosh (an up-tempo version different from the "One Love/People Get Ready" Bob Marley recorded in the `70s)

Track 11, "Mystery Babylon" is "an updated version of Babylon Queendom".

This is far from a comprehensive compilation (two of my favorite songs, "Where You Gonna Run" and "That's What They Do", are not included), but it is enjoyable, and a decent tribute to the late great Peter Tosh.

While Bob Marley is my hero,and in my opinion, the king of reggae, Peter Tosh is my second and a man that I greatly admire. I also believe that Peter Tosh is grossly underrated and remains in Bob Marley's shadow even in death.

I bought this compilation a little over a year ago and have since bought all of his orignal albums and then some, but I still say it is the equivelent of Bob Marley's "Legend" for Peter Tosh. Scrolls of the Prophet has nearly every hit from Peter Tosh's career including "Legalize It," "Get Up, Stand Up," "Downpresser Man," "Stepping Razor," and his groundbreaking duet with Mick Jagger "(You Gotta Walk) Don't Look Back" from 1978. While the Coxscone Dodd-produced version of "One Love" from 1965 with the Wailers is an odd choice for one of Tosh's 'greatest hits,' it certainly isn't a bad one. Buy this album, enjoy it, and get to know the Bush Doctor.

when I want to hear reggae music, I have always preferred to listen to the older, "original" reggae stars, Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Desmond Decker, and, of course, Peter Tosh. This is a good compilation of his work and a good way to get introduced to his music. While he never approached the fame or influence of Bob Marley, his music holds its own and is great to listen to.

Peter Tosh was one of the Greatest Reggae song writers and performers of his time. Unfortunately, despite the fact that they were colaborators and friends, his success is overshadowed by the equally beautiful Bob Marley. Peter Tosh, who co-wrote and co-performed the song "Get Up, Stand Up" with Mr. Marley, wrote music and lyrics with such astounding beauty and deeply personal meaning that they can bring tears to your eyes. Where as Bob Marley was a poet and a prophet, Peter Tosh was the truth-teller and the sooth-seer (sp?). His work is often darker, and the subject matter more controversial than Bob Marley, but he was equally brilliant. This collection is incredible, and I highly suggest to any fan of Bob Marley, reggae, or ska.

My fiance introduced me to reggae music a couple of years ago. Before that, I was relatively unfamiliar. In his song "Fools Die", Peter Tosh has spoken to me on a base level of humanity. He was a spiritual feeler of our souls. Not only did he have an incredible voice, but what he spoke really touches my most sacred place. I rank him as one of the most incredible writers and singers of our time. I am sorry for his loss in our world.