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Tarrus Riley, Protege & Farmer Nappy to perform @ One VI Music Fest in CGB

- other artistes include Mical Teja, Masicka, Sister Joyce & Revelation Da Royal
From left: Tarrus Riley, Protege & Farmer Nappy. The trio will be among the performers at the One Virgin Islands Music Fest in Cane Garden Bay in June. Photo: Internet Sources
The headline acts for the One Virgin Islands Music Festival were announced at a press conference by the One Virgin Islands Committee at Paradise Club, Lounge, Bar and Restaurant, Cane Garden Bay on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo: VINO
The headline acts for the One Virgin Islands Music Festival were announced at a press conference by the One Virgin Islands Committee at Paradise Club, Lounge, Bar and Restaurant, Cane Garden Bay on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo: VINO
Mical Teja has songs such as Birthday, Bumper Murderer and DNA. Photo: allevents.in
Mical Teja has songs such as Birthday, Bumper Murderer and DNA. Photo: allevents.in
Sistah Joyce, born Joycelyn Searles, will be performing at the One VI Music Fest in June 2024. Photo: VINO/File
Sistah Joyce, born Joycelyn Searles, will be performing at the One VI Music Fest in June 2024. Photo: VINO/File
Revelation Da Royal aka ‘Revelation’ has been described as an international Reggae artist poised to impact the world. Photo: Provided/File
Revelation Da Royal aka ‘Revelation’ has been described as an international Reggae artist poised to impact the world. Photo: Provided/File
The A Team Band, which is well known in Trinidad and Tobago as one of the best performing and cover bands, will be performing at the One VI Music Fest in Cane Garden Bay in June. Photo: ateambandtt.com
The A Team Band, which is well known in Trinidad and Tobago as one of the best performing and cover bands, will be performing at the One VI Music Fest in Cane Garden Bay in June. Photo: ateambandtt.com
 Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has expressed his ‘unequivocal support’ for the One VI Weekend in June. Photo: Facebook
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has expressed his ‘unequivocal support’ for the One VI Weekend in June. Photo: Facebook
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The artistes for the One Virgin Islands Music Festival in Cane Garden Bay in June has been announced and Reggae fans would be thrilled to hear that Tarrus Riley and Protégé will headline the performances.

The headline acts were announced at a press conference by the One Virgin Islands Committee at Paradise Club, Lounge, Bar and Restaurant, Cane Garden Bay on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

The other artistes include Farmer Nappy, Mical Teja, Masicka, Sister Joyce, Revelation Da Royal, and A Team Band.

According to Kenny Thompson of KT Productions, they are still to finalise other artistes for the One VI Weekend, which takes place from June 28-30, 2024.

The Music Fest will be held from June 28 to June 29 and the One VI Poker Run on June 30, 2024.

Ms Kyla Forbes of the One Virgin Islands Music Fest Organising Committee did the honour of revealing the artistes.

She said the One Virgin Islands Music Festival aims to capture the essence of sand, sea and soul, offering attendees an immersive experience, celebrating music, culture and most importantly a sense of community.

“Envision all of this against the stunning backdrop of Cane Garden Bay Beach, which offers a picturesque setting unlike any other.”

Tarrus Riley

Forbes said Tarrus Riley is among the leading ambassadors of modern-day Reggae music in Jamaica. “The singer’s commanding vocals, intuitive lyrics, and vibrant personality have combined to create a formidable artiste with authentic credentials in Reggae music.”

She added that Riley’s catalogue has been described as healing music and has brought adoration and acclaim from leading music from across the globe.

“As the headlining act for the One Virgin Islands Music Festival, we are excited to see and hear him perform hits like Human Nature, She’s Royal and Gimme Likkle One Drop.”

Protege

Forbes said it was in 2020, that Protégé signed an unprecedented major deal with RCA Records and received praise for Indignation.

“In 2023, his breakthrough anthem Who Knows, featuring Chronixx, was heard blaring through every street, sound system and party. Publications such as Vogue and Rolling Stone declared him one of the biggest talents of Jamaica.”

The Grammy Award winner is known for his hits like Who Knows and Switch It Up.

Farmer Nappy  

Internationally acclaimed Trinidadian Soca star Darryl ‘Farmer Nappy’ Henry celebrates over 30 years in the Soca music industry and his rich legacy as one of Soca’s top entertainers of all time continues to grow.

Farmer Nappy is the Recipient of the Calypsonian of the Year Award for his blockbuster groovy Soca hit ‘Big People Party’.

Mical Teja

In the year 2020, Mical Teja solidified himself as an in-demand performing artist with the hit song ‘Birthday’, amongst others, which landed him in the Soca Monarch Finals with his hit song bumper murderer. He has travelled to places like Australia and Japan to share his special brand with his fans.

“He is a Caribbean innovator and a young creative leader. He is known for the anthem making its way up to the Caribbean since 2023. That anthem is DNA,” Forbes said.

Masicka

Masicka released his debut album in 2021 and it is working to fulfil his 10-year goal of becoming one of the best artistes in his genre. In 2023 he won Dancehall Album of the Year at the Caribbean Music Awards. He went from performing to Reggae Sumfest in 2022 to headlining it in 2023. He is known for his hits like Stay Strong, Angels Don’t Cry, his collaboration ‘Hit & Run’, and They Don’t Know.

Sistah Joyce

Sistah Joyce, born Joycelyn Searles, was described by Forbes as a multi-Calypsonian Monarch title holder.

“She is also known for her smooth and sexy sound when she commands the stage with songs like Cleaning Fire and Hypocrisy.”

Revelation Da Royal

Revelation Da Royal, according to Forbes, was forged from a world of humbled beginnings and fuelled by an unrelenting passion for music and his people.

“Revelation Da Royal aka ‘Revelation’ is an international Reggae artist poised to impact the world. For those familiar with him, it is agreed Revelation is a shining star. He is sure to set the stage ablaze with his hits like Life on the Road and Like Yesterday.”

A Team Band

Also performing will be A Team Band of Trinidad and Tobago.

Forbes said A Team Band is well known in Trinidad and Tobago as one of the best-performing cover bands.

“The A Team is known for its spot-on renditions of today’s biggest hits.”

Premier gives 'unequivocal support'

Meanwhile, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) expressed his “unequivocal support” for the One VI Weekend.

“Certainly, I didn’t want anyone to get the concept or the notion in their mind that we see this as an event that competes against the event that the Tourist Board is putting on at all, quite the opposite. We see these events as being complimentary and building upon the success that we are establishing here in the Virgin Islands.”

22 Responses to “Tarrus Riley, Protege & Farmer Nappy to perform @ One VI Music Fest in CGB”

  • .... (17/04/2024, 11:18) Like (16) Dislike (2) Reply
    this a wayyyyyyy better line up...more planning time....ATL crew coming thru
    • disgraceful (17/04/2024, 12:48) Like (19) Dislike (17) Reply
      Instead of spearheading a Gospel Music Fest and spreading the gospel (not a water down sing-along in the village during festival) there are false leaders of the church who are a part of the world when scripture says come out from among them, go out and preach the gospel not rehearse a sermon (anyone can do that and perform).

      Then you have a Happy Hour at the Pier again trying to be a part of both worlds when it’s obvious it’s more important for some to gain the favor of people than God.

      God knows exactly who is trying to showcase Him just to appear to follow Him but are disobedient by following the world. Poker Run too, scantily dressed, secular music SMH.

      Some may not be on the forefront to avoid backlash but people got sense to know better.

      People have to realize not everything you think you get that seems like a blessing is from God. The devil looks after his followers too.

      Them you got the Premier tossing money at another Music Fest.
      • God's Voice. (17/04/2024, 14:05) Like (7) Dislike (5) Reply
        Your hypocrisy, judgement, jealousy and hate are the same reasons, why your life is the way it is, this is where you will shine. The highlight of your life. Hate and Jealousy, I sure as your typed this you felt that you were doing God's work.
        • @ God voice (17/04/2024, 22:32) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
          Since that election, them Turnbull boys have remained largely out of the spotlight as they ashamed with the blue team big lost, but this music festival is a way to get in the spot light
      • @ Disgraceful. Check urself. (17/04/2024, 16:33) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
        Focus on you and yourlife..
      • @disgraceful. Ur a hater.. (17/04/2024, 16:38) Like (14) Dislike (2) Reply
        How is your life..? Leave people live their life. You obviously unhappy miserable and confusion, no wonder your church is filled with unhappy, confusion and miserable people , looking for company. Leave happy people live their life and find your joy and happiness..
    • SK Rep. (17/04/2024, 16:41) Like (12) Dislike (3) Reply
      Hope they bring a SK band the real session mash up band..Anyone Sugar band, Small Axe or Grand masters one must be on the ticket...Mash up. SK alone
  • ....j (17/04/2024, 11:58) Like (7) Dislike (9) Reply

    Way better line up *%$ h*le the country don't have money to party and only people in hi please and West Bank have money to party

  • Better Artists (17/04/2024, 12:33) Like (13) Dislike (3) Reply
    Will be on the Beach for this one!
  • Good thing.. (17/04/2024, 16:05) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is what organized looks like. The other one still trying to organize, they have no artist, no location..
  • East Coast (17/04/2024, 17:43) Like (5) Dislike (5) Reply
    I can’t stand them Turnbull money hungry boys, I sticking with nat and his music festival
  • ŴELL PRAISE D LORD (17/04/2024, 21:48) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    SO IWE ARE GOING TO DANCE ALL OUR TROUBLES AWAY , / AND AFTER ALL THE PARTYING , SOME WILL GO TO BED ABMND BELIEVE WHEN THEY WAKE UP NEXT THE DAY , * ALL THE POTHOLES WILL BE GORNE * THE PERFUMED SEWERAGE WATER WILL BE GORNE * CORRUPTION WILL BE GORNE , * AND WE WILL BE FREE OF THE WHITE BOYZ , THEN WE CAN BRING BACK OUR FORMER COACH AND GO TO WAR IF NESSARY , TO GAIN OUR INDEPENDENCE FROM THOSE COLONIALISTS PEOPLE •¿• ( A LOT IF PEOPLE ON COCAINE AND DON'T KNOW , BECAUSE IT IS BEING SLIPPED IN THEIR FOOD THEIR DRINKS AND IN THEIR SMOKE , AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO BELIEVE IT , BUT THEIR SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS ) OBSERVE FOR YOURSELF , IF YOU ARE NOT ONE ALREADY , YOU WILL DOUBTH IT ,EVEN IF YOU LOOK IN THE MIRROR , OR IF ASKED , WHAT ARE YOU BRO ?
  • Asking for me neighbor (17/04/2024, 22:25) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Why do we have to throw out money for this Music Fest when 4 weeks later we have festival
    Fix the roads so visitors for festival don’t have to have the usual bumpy ride
  • TOO MUCH REGGAE (17/04/2024, 22:25) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    THIS SEEMS LIKE A REGGAE FEST
  • C. O. I (18/04/2024, 00:54) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    see where the government spends the money yet the roads throughout the island in a state of repair

    some people in the country needs assistance but cannot be given assistance however artists from outside fill their Pocket with the tax payers money
  • LMB (18/04/2024, 02:04) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    How is this not competing? Both events are catering to the same market and the same customers just 3 weeks apart! It is absolutely direct competition and they will end up cannibalising each other. You wasting tax payers money with this dumb festival in town. The lineup is crap and is not what the tourism target demographic wants. The location is also dumb. All tourists want to be on the beach and that is what makes BVI music festival special. You are blind Slowande and being badly advised!
  • Music Fest in Pier Park. (18/04/2024, 03:58) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Can be the greatest music fest ever, Even better if we can have a cruise ship over night just for one of the nights..I like the Idea. Paid parking , free parking, Good security, "Police" better control.., shelter if it rains. Rain is something we can't ignore must be put into the planning process. Here is my concern with having it a Pier Park.. the area is too small and will be too clustered... Music fest needs space, lots of space, Not no fence. Then the Music sound needs to be driven out towards the sea minimize home noise disturbance, Hence CGBay is the better or appropriate location..the next best location would be the original idea "to the back of Admin building, just make sure that the 4 -5 vendors who will get permission to operate build their booth in away to accommodate customer in the event of rain...Just saying my piece..my input, the way I see it.
  • @East Coast (18/04/2024, 06:55) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    Look like dem Turnbull boys eat your white fowl. Jealousy blinding ayo. They’re educated and work hard for what they have. What are you doing for yourself.
  • Really (18/04/2024, 08:19) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    How many times has Tyrus Riley come here. Same artist every show they just add one extra person. All shows here are the same. Over priced and boring. You go to a show and you don't even feel the vibes
    • @Really (18/04/2024, 09:45) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      Well do NOT come. Stay at home. He can come a million times and give you a hell of a performance. On the other hand they bring one hit wonders like Byron Messiah and you get sub par performance and people like you will still complain. I do not see you lining up to invest a dollar of financial support to bring an artiste, but have the most to say. People have choices, so exercise yours. Go to it, or not .
  • Real Talk (18/04/2024, 11:35) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply

    HOW I SEE IT IF YOU WANT TO GO IF YOU DONT WANT TO GO STAY YOU *&& HOME STOP GETT



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