With simply over two weeks remaining earlier than Reggae Sumfest, the world’s premier reggae occasion, unfolds in Montego Bay, Jamaica, organizers are brimming with confidence and anticipation.
This yr’s staging, scheduled for July 13–19, is shaping as much as be among the best within the competition’s historical past.
Competition head honcho Joe Bogdanovich advised Caribbean Life that award-winning reggae crooner Tarrus “Singy Singy” Riley will probably be one of many headline performers on Saturday, July 19, at Catherine Corridor, with a efficiency that guarantees to be “deeply private.”
Bogdanovich disclosed that Riley will honor the legacy of his late father, Jimmy Riley, who died on March 23, 2016, and the lately departed Coco Tea, who died on March 11 this yr.
“Tarrus Riley is doing one thing that not many different artists would do — pay tribute to 2 legends in his set,” Bogdanovich stated.
Anthony “ER Guru” Turner, a Jamaican-born, New York-based leisure publicist, praised Riley’s enduring affect.
“With a profession spanning practically 20 years, Tarrus has constructed a timeless catalogue of hits,” he stated, stating that Riley’s hits embrace “She’s Royal,” “Contagious,” “Keep With You,” “Soul Mate,” “Cry No Extra,” and “Good Woman” Gone Dangerous (that includes Konshens).
Bogdanovich stated Riley’s “emotional tribute“ will probably be joined by different highly effective homages on Worldwide Night time 2.
UK-based singer Terrence Wallen will honor the “Cool Ruler“ Gregory Isaacs, whereas Canadian-based crooner Chester Miller pays tribute to Reggae’s “Topped Prince,“ Dennis Brown, Bogdanovich stated.
“Terrence ripped up the UK a number of weeks in the past with three sold-out theatre dates,“ he stated. “This is a crucial addition to the Saturday night time lineup. His recognition has by no means waned.
“He is without doubt one of the prime reggae singers most requested by Sumfest followers, which is why we’re excited to showcase him once more,“ Bogdanovich added.
Because the countdown continues, Turner, who plans to attend this yr’s staging, stated: “With tributes to 4 of reggae’s most revered icons, Reggae Sumfest 2025 guarantees to be a stirring celebration of the style’s wealthy legacy and an unforgettable night time for reggae lovers world wide.”
