As part of the 2025–26 Crucian Christmas Festival, the globally recognized group Morgan Heritage will headline the St. Croix Village concert series on Friday, January 2. Their performance reinforces the festival’s reputation for hosting premier international talent.

Known for their conscious lyrics, tight harmonies, and roots-driven sound, Morgan Heritage brings decades of reggae excellence to the Crucian stage. The group will be joined by a strong lineup of performers including D’Yani, Mada Nile, Kenya Eugene, and Ras Batch.

The Crucian Christmas Festival stands as one of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ most cherished cultural celebrations, bringing together music, heritage, and community in a vibrant display of Crucian pride. Spanning several days, the festival showcases a dynamic mix of local and international performers, traditional masquerades, cultural exhibitions, and nightly Village concerts.

Bégué Events and Lamis Open will end the year in spectacular fashion with Lutan Fyah in Concert on December 31, 2025, at Monaco Plage in Dakar. The New Year’s Eve celebration will unfold from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., with a night of roots reggae and authentic Jamaican vibes, headlined by one of the genre’s most revered artists.

Lutan Fyah will be supported by a strong lineup of local and regional acts including Xuman, Dajla, Exodus Dakar, Daniel Bless, Jah Milk, and Peaceman, reflecting the depth and energy of the reggae movement in Senegal and beyond.

The celebration continues with a full Jamaican party experience powered by top selectors INS Rastafari Mixmaster, Dread Matt, Peace Maker, Jah Melody, and DJ Roger. Tickets are available in advance and at the gate, with varying prices throughout the night. Guests will also have access to on-site rooms, food, and beverages.

On Monday, December 22, 2025, the Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange, Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, officially presented reggae legend Leroy Sibbles with the framed Citation accompanying his Jamaica Music Icon Award, which he received at Grand Gala 2025.

Sharing the moment on her social media platforms, Minister Grange noted that the Citation honors Sibbles “in recognition of the work he did in promoting the growth and popularity of Jamaican music across the globe.” The document also celebrates his enduring musical legacy and global influence.

The Citation refers to Sibbles as “The King of the Bassline,” acknowledging his groundbreaking work that helped lay the foundation for modern reggae music. His distinctive bass lines were widely used by numerous artistes, contributing to recordings that launched major careers. Sibbles later became the regular bassist at the iconic Studio One recording studio, further cementing his place in reggae history. As the Citation states, “Leroy did not just play music, he crafted it, and his influence continues to resonate around the globe.”

Born and raised in Trench Town, Leroy Sibbles began his remarkable journey at just 16 years old as a founding member of the legendary group The Heptones. The group scored major hits with classics such as Fatty Fatty and Ting-a-Ling.