Prepare for an evening full of reggae vibes as Miramar Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis takes the stage to host the 4th Annual Reggae Icon Awards 2024.
The occasion is a partnership between Miramar and the island of Jamaica, geared toward shining a highlight on reggae icons who’ve actually formed and influenced the worldwide music scene.
It can happen on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, on the Miramar Cultural Heart – Banquet Corridor, positioned at 2400 Civic Heart Place.
The festivities kick off with cocktails at 6:30 pm and the principle occasion, the Awards present, can be expertly hosted by Decide Norman Hemming and can start at 7:30 pm and run till 11 pm.
Highlighting the night are the enduring figures who’ve made indelible marks within the reggae business:
1. The Reggae Icon Award: Internationally acclaimed Reggae Artist Patrick Barrett, famously referred to as Tony Insurgent, OD. With a profession spanning many years, Tony Insurgent has constantly delivered music that speaks to the hearts and minds of reggae fanatics worldwide. His affect on the style is immeasurable, and this award acknowledges his excellent contributions.
2. Lifetime Achievement Award: Honoring the outstanding profession of Judith “Judy” Mowatt, OD. Judy Mowatt’s enduring influence on reggae music, each as a solo artist and as a member of the I-Threes alongside Bob Marley, is well known with this prestigious award. Her voice and message proceed to resonate by means of generations.
3. Marcus Garvey Award: Recognizing the distinctive skills of Allan Hope CD, also referred to as Mutabaruka. A poet, musician, and cultural ambassador, Mutabaruka’s dedication to reggae and his tireless advocacy for social justice and cultural preservation make him a real embodiment of the Marcus Garvey spirit.
Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis said, “The Reggae Icon Awards 2024 is a novel alternative to pay homage to the trailblazers who’ve formed reggae music and tradition. It’s a celebration of their achievements and a recognition of the profound influence of reggae on our society. This occasion represents a fusion of Black Historical past Month and Reggae Month, celebrating the wealthy heritage and contributions of the black neighborhood and the worldwide affect of reggae. I’m ceaselessly grateful to Jamaica, the land of my heritage for the present it has given to the world.”
Admission to this prestigious occasion is free, however seating is restricted. To safe your spot, please register on-line at ReggaeIconAwards2024.eventbrite.com.
