The Miramar Selecta Showdown, occurring on Friday, February 16, would be the final celebration of Dancehall Week and an exciting precursor to the Afro Carib Competition occurring the subsequent day on the Miramar Amphitheater.
The occasion will happen at Shirley Branca Park, 6900 Miramar Parkway, from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Highlighting the occasion can be a riveting showcase as DJ Fergie, the defending champion from 2023, engages in a face-off towards DJ Toots and DJ Shawty Redz. These esteemed DJs are set to ship an enthralling expertise, promising an electrifying environment for all attendees.
Attendance to the Miramar Selecta Showdown is open to all, with complimentary registration accessible by way of MiramarSelectaShowdown24.eventbrite.com. Moreover, quite a lot of meals and beverage choices can be obtainable for buy in the course of the occasion.
Dancehall Legend Award
The head of the night would be the presentation of the inaugural DANCEHALL LEGEND AWARD to the illustrious Spragga Benz. Born Carlton Grant, Spragga Benz has left an indelible mark on the panorama of Dancehall and the broader music business, incomes him this prestigious accolade.
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Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis, the esteemed host of the occasion, expressed her sentiments concerning Spragga Benz’s profound influence on the music world.
“Spragga Benz has not solely influenced the dancehall style however has additionally transcended borders and genres, making him a real icon. His music resonates with audiences worldwide, and he has persistently pushed the boundaries of creativity and innovation. We’re proud to honor him on the Miramar Selecta Showdown,” she mentioned.
Spragga Benz’s musical journey traces again to the early ’90s, together with his moniker evolving from “Spaghetti” to “Spragga,” a testomony to his affiliation with a distinguished sound system. His distinctive vocal stylings served as a conduit between Jamaican music and worldwide genres akin to hip-hop, R&B, and Soca.
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All through his illustrious profession, Spragga Benz collaborated with famend artists together with Wyclef, KRS One, Nas, and Beenie Man, the King of Dancehall. Hits akin to “Dolly Home” underscored his dominance throughout the business, with joint albums like “Two Badd DJs” paving the way in which for his acclaimed 2000 launch, “Absolutely Loaded.”
Past his musical endeavors, Spragga Benz has additionally made vital contributions to the world of performing, starring in cult classics like “Shottas” and the 2022 thriller movie “Second Probability.”
