Reggae music has long been associated with nature and spirituality. Its soothing beats offer positive energy that brings people together.
Reggae music has long been used to critique society and religion; however, more modern reggae artists often focus on lighter topics like love and socializing instead. Attending one of these events will allow you to discover more about this genre while keeping up with current trends.
Rebel Salute
Rebel Salute, held annually around January 15, the date of legendary reggae artist Tony Rebel’s birthday, began in 1994 and has grown into one of Jamaica’s premier music festivals. Focused on roots and conscious music genres, this two day festival will showcase artists like The Wailers, JC Lodge, Queen Ifrica Yellowman Koffee Rodney Price (Bounty Killer), Dawn Penn, Glacia Robinson Barrington Levy Capleton among many others.
Rebel Salute traditionally features artists of the Roots reggae sub genre; however, recently it has expanded to feature dancehall performers as well. All performers listed under their birth names instead of stage names in order to stay within the spirit of its motto: ‘for the preservation of reggae’.
This festival boasts excellent facilities and is family friendly with no alcohol policy in effect. Food offerings include both vegetarian options and fresh seafood. In addition, an enclosed area called Herb Curb allows adult patrons to meet with herb practitioners who can discuss its many medicinal and sacramental uses in greater depth.
No matter if you’re lounging around on a foldable chair or cardboard sheet’reggae bed,’ the melodies and rhythms of reggae music and its derivative genres will enthrall and mesmerise you, making you want to dance and sway freely in response. The rhythmic beats will induce your senses and cause them to let loose a trance-inducing rhythmic beats of reggae music and its derivative genres!
At this festival, there will be more than just music: there will also be cultural activities to immerse oneself in Jamaican traditions in art, cuisine and music. Visitors are sure to feel an overwhelming sense of community pride!
Heartbeat Productions, the promoter of this event, announced with great pleasure that Third World will perform at their festival next year. This announcement marks an amazing win for Heartbeat as Third World has quickly built a massive following over time and are considered the most streamed reggae artist with over 1 billion Spotify and YouTube plays combined since their last album release (Blackbird in November 2016). Other performers confirmed so far include Freddie McGregor, Sly and Robbie and Barrington Levy – each making for an exciting addition to their event next year!
The Biggest Reggae Festival in the World
Reggae music is an uplifting genre that has had a tremendous effect on communities worldwide. Due to this powerful influence, numerous Reggae festivals are held each year which attract thousands of attendees. The Biggest Reggae Festival in the World takes place every year in California and attracts some of the biggest reggae artists worldwide, including Damian Marley and Rebelution among many others. The Biggest Reggae Music Festival in the World is a 3-day concert that benefits youth-focused community programs. Additionally, its organizers host the four-day Reggae Rise Up Florida Music Festival each March which showcases performers as well as unique art installations.
Reggae Rise Up Florida Music Festival provides attendees with food trucks, vendors, and an assortment of cuisines from around the state. As one of Florida’s largest festivals, it has drawn over 40,000 attendees during previous stagings – offering music and dance workshops and drawing in young adults as well as families with children alike.
The One Love Reggae Unity Festival is an annual event that brings musicians and fans from various walks of life together to inspire the Hampton Roads Peninsula through inspiring performances, healing workshops, educational seminars and family-friendly festivals such as this. There will be over 11 bands performing on two stages at this family-friendly festival as well as 45+ local craft beers available!
Jamaica is known as the home of reggae music and its popularity remains relevant around the world. Jamaica Reggae Festival was created to commemorate Bob Marley, and remains an exciting cultural and social event not to be missed. Now an outstanding premium experience, this event gives audiences an excellent opportunity to see their favorite Jamaican artists live perform!
The festival began in 1993 and has become one of the largest in the Caribbean. Traditional Reggae night features Jamaican stars like Damian “Junior Gong” Marley and Stephen Marley, Bunny Wailer, Toots and the Maytals (Derrick Harriott Leroy Sibbles Beres Hammond Freddie McGregor), Derrick Harriott Derrick Harriott Leroy Sibbles Beres Hammond Freddie McGregor as well as Derrick Harriott Derrick Harriott Derrick Harriott Harriott Derrick Harriott Leroy Sibbles Beres Hammond Hammond and Freddie McGregor). Additionally there are dancehall nights which feature performances by Vybz Kartel Vybz Kartel Popcaan Spice Bounty Killer Bounty Killer Beenie Man Capleton as well.
The Biggest Reggae Concert in the World
Reggae music hails from Jamaica but has since spread around the world, featuring an offbeat rhythm and call-and-response patterns. Some of its biggest artists include Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Jimmy Cliff; its subgenres celebrate different aspects of life such as roots rock reggae which promotes conscious living; lovers rock reggae which honors romance; and dub reggae which pays homage to Africa’s heritage.
For lovers of reggae music, one of the world’s largest festivals should be an unmissable experience. At these festivals you will see some of the top artists as they attract a diverse crowd; activities and services for all ages (and some family-friendly too!). Summerjam Festival in Cologne Germany has been running since 1982 showcasing musicians of various generations and cultures and is widely considered one of Europe’s finest events.
Established by Jamaican sound system Mighty Crown in 1995, Rototom Reggae Sunsplash is widely recognized as the world’s largest reggae music festival. Spanning seven days, over 200 artists participate, conferences are hosted at an African village, social art galleries are present as well as family funday, street dances and two nights of parties taking place throughout that week of activities at the festival.
Yokohama Reggae Sai is another notable reggae festival organized by Japanese sound system Mighty Crown since 1995 and draws over 35,000 people annually, garnering attention on numerous television programs. Attractions at this festival include an African village, food court and live DJ performances.
Each year in the US there are numerous reggae concerts and events taking place, the most well-known being Rebel Salute held each January by local artist Tony Rebel and featuring 30 acts on each of its two nights – this event has become a destination for reggae enthusiasts. Other popular reggae music events include Reggae on the River which takes place in Humboldt County California; Reggae On The River features 20 acts on both nights.
The Reggae Jam Session
Reggae music is an energetic genre of Caribbean popular music that blends various styles such as ska, dancehall, dub and hip hop into its compositions. It has become widely popular across cultures and regions worldwide and features lyrics that often address social issues – as well as its signature rhythm that has become its hallmark. Reggae lovers will enjoy live music performances by artists, vendors and food stands as they attend this festival; perfect for family friendly gatherings!
Outside the venue, final preparations were taking place: fencing in of the photo pit, security guards occupying all passageways, and (pine) wood chips laid on muddy grounds were underway. While Sheriff and his sound crew played powerful selections that incited dancing fever from within the crowd; energetic music by Sheriff and crew kept upping dancing fever levels to an all-time high; Anthony B proclaimed his festival motto that energy had returned as normalized vibes returned for good.
After the break, the crowd cheers Uwe Banton of Cologne-based band Conscious Culture as they take to the stage with songs like People Need To Be Free or Nur Die Liebe Hort Nicht Auf (‘only love never stops’). He sings songs of hope and upliftment that still remain relevant today – such as People Need to Be Free or Nur Die Liebe Hort Nicht Auf.
Teacha Dee will take to Stage Green on the other side of the festival for her performance on vocals and instrumentals, including House Of Riddim and Long Days, Short Nights. She has become an internationally acclaimed Jamaican artist known on both sides of the Atlantic for his reggae roots music. Her set comprises both vocals and instrumentals with highlights including House Of Riddim and Long Days, Short Nights being stand-outs during her set.
After dancing their hearts out to Mwenso and The Shakes’ tunes on the Main Stage, Riverside Disco, and Dancehall, those still with energy to spare can visit Dub Hangar where Step by Step Soundsystem’s deep bass resonates through speakers while dogs run free in an area full of children laughing – it is like being transported into another universe yet all part of Reggae Jam!