A reggae concert that was worth the late start
Culture Shock's 'Peace inna de Streetz' reggae concert was one of the most enjoyable moments going this past holiday weekend.
The concert featured the likes of reggae superstar Tarrus Riley, Assassin who replaced Serani, Bugle, Christopher Martin and G-Whizz. The local acts were Ninja Cutty and Jade. All of the earlier acts were backed by the Anger Management Band and as per usual Jamaican radio host Richard "Richie B" Burgess emceed the event, which took place at the Snorkel Park Beach.
The night kicked off a little later than originally scheduled, but it was well worth the wait.
Ninja Cutty opened the night with several tunes from his repertoire, with the up and coming vocalist 13-year-old Jade following shortly after with 'Peace inna de Streetz'.
Relative newcomer and winner of the best new artist for 2009 act, G-Whizz tore up the show with 'Mama Don't Worry' and a host of other tunes.
Following him was the lover man himself, Christopher Martin who sang to all the ladies in the house. He kept the audience in stitches with his humorous remarks and his entertaining songs. 'I'll be Your Driver' brought much applause as he changed genres to the Motown sound mid tune.
The crowd called both G-Whizz and Christopher Martin back for encores.
Dancehall star Bugle came out rough and ready to do business. 'What We Gonna Do' was only one of his crowd-pleasing offerings.
Reggae man Assassin was up next bringing lots of energy and excited the audience with 'Don't Have No Money', 'Same Thing Again' and 'Tomorrow Never Comes' to mention only a few riddims. ment to the crowds.
When Tarrus Riley was in Bermuda in 2008, he was not the headliner, but this time he came in with a polished act, full band, back up singers and a saxophonist to die for.
He sang tunes from his new album 'Contagious' and 'Parables'. The crowds sang along with almost every song and he was also signalled back for an encore.
The night ended at about 3.50 a.m. and it was well with dancing tired feet and a hoarse voice from singing along.