Roots reggae vocalist Nadia McAnuff, presented by SoulNurse Records, has unveiled a run of European summer dates under the banner “Roots. Family. Road.” The tour kicks off July 10 at Öland Roots Festival in Mörbylånga, Sweden, and winds through Germany, France, Poland, and the UK before closing September 5 in Île de Ré, France.

Several dates spotlight different facets of her musical world: some shows feature Nadia McAnuff & The Ligerians, others pair her with Kjah Sounds, and a stretch of the tour is billed as McAnuff Family & The Ligerians, reflecting the tour’s family-rooted theme. Stops include festivals and venues such as Downtown Festival in Wangerooge, La Rotonde in Tours, Ostroda Reggae Festival in Poland, Flockisteady Festival in Salisbury, and Paris’s La Boule Noire.

With the new tour, Nadia McAnuff continues to carve out her own identity in roots reggae while honoring the musical legacy of her family.

Reggae fans in North Carolina can look forward to Tarrus Riley and Friends Live in Concert on Friday, August 14, at Enigma, located at 600 Creekside Drive, Raleigh, NC.

Presented by Paradice Ent, Nuvo Ent, Dread Visions, RDACA, and RDU Caribbean Vybz, the event will feature performances from Tarrus Riley alongside special guests. Music throughout the evening will be provided by DJ Stylez, Big Kat Sound, Vibestar Sound, Peter Brukshot, DJ Coppa, and Dr. K, delivering a mix of reggae and Caribbean favorites before and after the live performances.

Known for hit songs including She’s Royal, Gimme Likkle One Drop, and Love’s Contagious, Tarrus Riley is a highly celebrated Jamaican-American reggae singer and songwriter.

The Jambana One World Festival will take place on August 3, 2026, at Brampton Sports Park, located at 7575 Kennedy Road South. Presented by TD, the free event runs from 1 PM to 8:30 PM and celebrates Emancipation Day with a lineup of reggae, soca, and Caribbean music.

This year’s festival features performances by Glen Washington, Exco Levi & High Priest, Joshua Lucas, Kairo McLean, Pan Masters, Tonya P, The Future Collective, and Yendi. The event will be hosted by Master T and Tanya Mullings.

In addition to live music, attendees can look forward to vendors, family-friendly activities, and a taste of Caribbean cuisine. The festival is supported by the City of Brampton and House of Kuumba.

For more information, visit jambana.com.

International reggae recording artist Maxi Priest is among the celebrated performers confirmed for Boogietown, taking place on Saturday, July 11, at Apps Court Farm in Surrey, England. Renowned for his smooth blend of reggae and R&B, the British-Jamaican singer adds a strong reggae presence to a lineup that also includes Gloria Gaynor, Shalamar, Gabrielle, Soul II Soul and Boney M.

With thousands of music fans expected to attend, Boogietown will showcase an eclectic mix of disco, soul, funk, reggae and dance music, providing Maxi Priest with another major platform to perform some of the timeless hits that have made him one of reggae’s most enduring international ambassadors. Get additional information here: boogietown.co.uk.

The 64th Jamaican Independence Celebration will bring together an outstanding lineup of Jamaican talent on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM EDT at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) in Lauderhill, Florida. Headlined by the legendary Beenie Man and the incomparable Marcia Griffiths, the event will showcase Jamaica’s rich musical legacy and vibrant culture.

Audiences will also enjoy performances from Mikey Spice, Shuga, Empress Uneek, and Mical Rustle. Presented by Denise D. Grant and John T. Hodgson, the annual celebration honors Jamaica’s heritage, achievements, and enduring cultural influence through world-class entertainment, community fellowship, and island pride.

Admission is restricted to guests aged 21 and older for both the show and the afterparty. Tickets are available through showpass.com.