We see Michael Jackson as one of the greatest icons in the music industry in our lifetime. It will be fitting to honor him at the Reggae Sumfest. MJ impacted on all the people who grew up listening to his music over the years, mine for sure. He definitely gave us some wonderful music.
Jackson had actually visited and performed in Jamaica in 1975 as a member of the Jackson Five. The group was hosted then by former Prime Minister, Edward Seaga, at his home in Temple Meads, St Andrew. At the time, Seaga was Opposition leader and head of the Jamaica Labor Party. The Jackson Five was the opening act for Bob Marley and the Wailers at the National Stadium.
The 17th annual Reggae Sumfest will get under way on July 19 with the annual beach party at Cornwall Beach, featuring Errol Lee and the Bare Essentials, Cameal Davis, Khalil, Timeka Marshall, ZJ Ice, DJ Mix Master Marvin and Crazy Neil. They will be backed by Danger Zone Super Strong.
From July 23 to 25 at Catherine Hall, there will be performances from acts such as Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Vybz Kartel, Mavado, Lady Saw, Elephant Man, Busy Signal, Spice, Kiprich, Flippa Mafia, D'Angel, American R&B stars Ne-Yo and Jazmine Sullivan, Morgan Heritage, Jah Cure, Coco T, Queen Ifrica, multi-Grammy-winning star Toni Braxton, Nas, Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley, Tarrus Riley, Etana and Da'Ville.
Reggae Sumfest brings in an estimated 5,000 visitors to the island, along with US$5 million in revenue to Jamaica, be in Jamaica..
Reggae Sumfest is produced annually by Summerfest Productions. We come to honor and succeed...
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