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Glen Washington injects life & love into BVI Music Fest day 2

- Sets the stage for anticipated exciting final night, tonight May 26, 2013
Veteran Jamaican reggae artiste Glen Washington gave his heart and soul to a masterful performance that had patrons calling for more even after 3 A.M. on the second night, May 25, 2013 of the BVI Music Festival at Cane Garden Bay beach. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
There was a much better turn out of patrons on the second night of BVI Music Fest 2013 at Cane Garden Bay beach. Photo: VINO
There was a much better turn out of patrons on the second night of BVI Music Fest 2013 at Cane Garden Bay beach. Photo: VINO
This patron got the opportunity to join Da’Ville on stage and did not hesitate to hold on tightly to the artiste as he belted out some of his very emotional love songs. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
This patron got the opportunity to join Da’Ville on stage and did not hesitate to hold on tightly to the artiste as he belted out some of his very emotional love songs. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Assassin aka Agent Sasko did a fine job of hyping the crowd during his brief performance at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Assassin aka Agent Sasko did a fine job of hyping the crowd during his brief performance at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Ritical during his performance that made way for the feature act of Glen Washington. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Ritical during his performance that made way for the feature act of Glen Washington. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
These two patrons said they came all the way from Mexico for Music Fest 2013. They, along with their friends, seemed to have enjoyed the performances. Photo: VINO
These two patrons said they came all the way from Mexico for Music Fest 2013. They, along with their friends, seemed to have enjoyed the performances. Photo: VINO
These two were not shy to let it be known that they were there- at Music Fest 2013. Photo: VINO
These two were not shy to let it be known that they were there- at Music Fest 2013. Photo: VINO
Aaron da Jedi during his performance at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Aaron da Jedi during his performance at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Maccabee's songs at BVI Music Fest 2013 included his latest hit song 'Turn the Lights Down Low'. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Maccabee's songs at BVI Music Fest 2013 included his latest hit song 'Turn the Lights Down Low'. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Virgin Islander Bumpy B Breezy had the honour of doing the opening performance on the second night of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Virgin Islander Bumpy B Breezy had the honour of doing the opening performance on the second night of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Patrons enjoying the performance of Glen Washington at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: VINO
Patrons enjoying the performance of Glen Washington at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: VINO
Glen Washington and his manager, Jacqueline Whyte at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Glen Washington and his manager, Jacqueline Whyte at BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
Day 2 of BVI Music Fest 2013. Photo: Reuben J.A. Stoby/VINO
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- If the organisors of BVI Music Fest 2013 got anything right so far this year, it’s definitely the decision to include veteran Jamaican reggae artiste Glen Washington in the line-up of international performers.

The artiste gave his heart and soul to a masterful performance that had patrons calling for more even after 3 A.M. on the second night, May 25, 2013 of the BVI Music Fest 2013 at Cane Garden Bay beach.

Washington came on stage after what could have been considered a lull and even though it started to rain heavily during his entrance, his unique and captivating voice made some patrons stand their ground to absorb his soothing music.

He chose to start his performance with Blessings of Jah and then went straight to singing his reggae love songs with some of his hits such as Strangers in the Night, Should be Together and My Love Belongs To You.

Patrons particularly enjoyed songs such as My Number One Girl, Kindness for Weakness and Don’t Say You Love Me and they made good the opportunity to hold on to their companion while those without just danced quite contentedly.

Washington came on stage sometime around 2:15 A.M. and departed around 3:23 A.M. However, due to popular requests and fans still thirsty for more, he returned to please the crowd some more and even did quite masterfully songs by Beres Hammond and Taurus Riley. He ended his performance with She’s Royal, a song by Taurus Riley.

Earlier, there were performances by Jamaicans Da’Ville, and Assassin aka Agent Sasko who did a fine job of hyping the crowd during his brief performance. Da’Ville particularly sang for the ladies as he is known for and had the crowd responding with his hit songs that included Missing You, This Time I Promise, In Heaven and Can’t Get Over You.

Two lucky female patrons also got the opportunity to join Da’Ville on stage and did not hesitate to hold on tightly to the artiste as he belted out some of his very emotional love songs.

The show opened with the Virgin Islands very own Bumpy B Breezy and he was followed by another Virgin Islander- Aaron Da Jedi.

Other local acts included Monea, Macakabee and Ritical, who performed prior to Glen Washington’s act.

Ritical’s songs included Wish You the Best and Crabs in a Bucket. Sad to say it didn’t seem like the artiste and the band were in sync, which took away some of the hype from his performance.

The curtain comes down on Music Fest 2013 tonight, which has been dubbed Salsa Sunday and will feature Latin DJs and MCs. Artistes on tonight will be Blue Essence, B’more, Jalena, HeatWave, Gramps Morgan and Shai.

The opening night on Friday May 24, 2013 saw performances from Razor Blades, Xtreme Band, King Short Shirt, Baron, Volume International and Claudette Peters.

16 Responses to “Glen Washington injects life & love into BVI Music Fest day 2”

  • ccc (26/05/2013, 09:54) Like (5) Dislike (4) Reply
    deeds cane garden bay greedy people ruin the music festival!
  • ABC (26/05/2013, 10:43) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    at least last night was better than the first night but still ah hot mess
    • rtw (26/05/2013, 11:29) Like (2) Dislike (23) Reply
      Whose fault? A bunch of negative BVI ppl who like crab Ina bucket and won't support their own. The businesses are making money and that is what I am glad about. I have no issue with govt funding the event but next time give it to the committee early so they hook a few artist and market early. Then sponsors will come on board too which means they rely on govt less! I applaud Skelton and crew for what they aredoing in just 2 weeks since govt give them money!
      • @ rtw (26/05/2013, 15:57) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        Well, the person is just confirming what the people are saying....
  • apple pie (26/05/2013, 11:46) Like (4) Dislike (45) Reply
    I am about to Roll over wid some of you ungrateful ppl who spend all your time criticizing instead of helping
  • Fan (26/05/2013, 11:54) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Glen Washington was goooooooooood!!!! Enjoyed da show
  • Bassman (26/05/2013, 11:55) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Man still going strong with his golden voice. U rated Mr Washington, up there with the big boys
  • Jus saying (26/05/2013, 11:57) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    didn't like how they arranged d artistes at all. Washington was good. Da'Ville too
  • UK student (26/05/2013, 11:59) Like (22) Dislike (51) Reply
    VINO I JUST LOVING YOUR COVERAGE AND PHOTOS...GOOD JOB AS ALWAYS
  • ,,,,, (26/05/2013, 13:26) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Felt for ritical... was awful!
    • Di Vive (26/05/2013, 16:56) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      I don't think I was the same show then. Sounded fine to me. From what it looked like he was pressed for time and just cut his songs short.
    • dd (26/05/2013, 19:43) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      I agree
  • Fan (26/05/2013, 16:11) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    the Jedi was Aweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesome OMG feel so good for my friend to see him have a big performance like that i wish they had given him more time
  • Me (27/05/2013, 09:31) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thanks RODNEY for trying to keep the Music Fest Going , what some people dont realize you just trying to promote the tourist industry, and the BVI ,Thank You Rodney Thank You again.


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