Tarrus Riley, Beres Hammond, and Kes The Band brought Caribbean nationals together at the Gas South Arena on Sunday for a grand celebration of Reggae and Soca music.
The event opened with Tarrus Riley, who could do no wrong in the eyes of the audience. He delivered an engaging set that had the massive crowd singing along to favorites like She’s Royal, Stay With You, Never Leave I, and countless others. A special highlight during his performance was a friendly musical clash with saxophonist Dean Fraser, as the two exchanged tune for tune before Tarrus closed with a playful rendition of Connie Francis’ 1962 hit Pretty Little Baby.
Kes The Band kept the momentum high with an energy-filled set, showcasing versatility by mixing in Reggae and Dancehall favorites from artists like Shaggy and Vybz Kartel.
Mix Master David kept the crowd moving during the band change, delivering a fire set that had patrons out of their seats and on their feet.
The legendary Beres Hammond closed the night with a timeless catalog of hits. While his energy has slowed with age, his golden voice shone through, leaving fans in awe.
All in all, it was a night to remember, celebrating Caribbean music with Jamaica leading the charge.
