Fresh on the heels of five sold-out shows in the UK celebrating Gregory Isaacs’s music, his widow June says she will lay 75 roses on his headstone next Tuesday to commemorate what would have been his 75^th birthday.

This will be followed by a tribute at Kingston Night Market starting at 9pm where fans will get the opportunity to celebrate this milestone with special performances from several artistes.

Additionally, June Isaacs says she is excited about Reggae Sumfest’s Tribute to The Legends on July 19, a special segment dedicated to honouring the musical legacies of Gregory Isaacs, alongside Dennis Brown, Jimmy Riley, and Cocoa Tea.

Gregory Isaacs also known as The Cool Ruler, died in London on October 25, 2010, at age 59 following a lengthy illness.

He is known for hits such as Night Nurse, Rumours, The More of them Get it, Red Rose for Gregory, among others.