Hawaiian multi-instrumentalist Ron Artis II, along with his band mates – known publicly as The Truth – will perform at Blue Note in Honolulu, Hawaii this Sunday, January 8th.
They will do two sets: one at 5pm and another at 8:30pm. Tickets for both shows are going for $35 to $45, depending on seating. Get additional information here.
Fans of legendary singer/songwriter Anita Baker will be able to see her live in concert this year! The 8th time Grammy winner will hit 15 American cities, starting on February 11th at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, and eventually wrapping up on December 23rd, at California’s Oakland Arena. See confirmed dates and locations below.
02-11 Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live
02-14 Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
02-17 New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
05-10 Newark, NJ – Prudential Center
05-12 Elmont, NY – UBS Arena
05-14 Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
06-30 Chicago, IL – United Center
07-02 Detroit, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
11-18 Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum Complex
11-22 Memphis, TN – FedExForum
11-24 Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
12-15 Houston, TX – Toyota Center
12-17 Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
12-22 Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena
12-23 Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
On Saturday, January 21, veteran reggae artist Don Carlos will perform at Moe’s Alley – 1535 Commercial Way – in Santa Cruz, California. He will be joined by the band Reggae Angels and popular reggae selector DJ Spleece.
Advance tickets, which are going for $40, can be purchased from Moe’s Alley’s website; and starting time is 8pm.
LL Cool J and the team at Rock The Bells are putting together a hip-hop inspired cruise that includes live performances, parties and appearances by some of the biggest MCs, DJs and producers in the rap game. It will set sail from Miami to the Bahamas in November, 2023.
The vacation kicks off with a special performance by Miami’s own Trick Daddy and Trina. Attendees that purchase their cabin before January 18, 2023, will be invited to hang out with both Trick Daddy and Trina at a private cocktail happy hour prior to setting sail. Get additional information here.
Jungle Fiah Restaurant and Lounge – located at unit #5 in the AMC Plaza in Bayside, Portmore – will be bringing back the popular Thursday Night Live series. It will commence this week, on January 5th, and will feature performances by Turbulence, Admiral Bailey, Willful Skillful, Kimeco and Lazer Mattress.
Thursday Night Live, which is absolutely free to the public, will be held this and every last Thursday of the month. Starting time is 8pm sharp!
One of Jamaica’s most respected music festivals – Rebel Salute – will resume its live in-person show this month! It will be held at Plantation Cove in St. Ann, Jamaica, on January 20 and 21.
This year’s lienup includes a range of local and international reggae and dancehall artists. Third World, Lady G, Duane Stephenson, Louie Culture, Horace Andy, Bling Dawg, Leroy Sibbles, Capleton, Luciano, Sanchez etc. are just some of the confirmed acts that will be spread out over two nights.
Links to the full lineup, tickets, and additional information are available on Rebel Salute’s website.
One party that should be added to your Reggae Month calendar is Ribbittt, an event celebrating the roots of dancehall culture. Set for Wavz Beach in Negril on Saturday, February 11th, it will feature the likes of Luciano, I Wayne, Josey Wales, Peter Metro and Professor Nuts. Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks.
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