On the 10th of November, Jamaican singer Junior Kelly is making his debut appearance in Prague at Lucerna Music Bar. He will be unleashing material from his new album Urban Poet, to be released in October. The first single “No Dig It Up” already proves that we have something special to look forward to!
Junior Kelly is a major force in the world of reggae music today. From his early life as a youth in Jamaica to becoming one of the most popular reggae artists on on the festival network, Junior Kelly has always fought and preached for social justice, economic equality and freedom for all in and through his songs and performances. They are filled with messages for the betterment of all people.
He hit it big in 2000 with the single “Love So Nice”. It took off in Europe, weaving its way up the reggae and pop charts. Then it hit Jamaica and climbed to number one. It was so popular that he made a full LP album with the same name as the single. It was well received by both critics and fans and put his name on the reggae map, essentially. He even got praise from Billboard Magazine. They called his work mature and that he would be force to come in the reggae universe. The LP featured such songs as “Hungry Days” and “Sunshine”.
In 2003, he released “Smile” which was equally as loved as “Love So Nice”. Not only did he sing on the album, he wrote most of the tracks and produced them as well. Song topics included marijuana, African heritage and just plain old good vibe teaching and dancing. Popular tracks off this album include “Black Am I”, “Take Me There”, and “Sinking Feeling”.
Junior Kelly’s impact on reggae is undisputed as a preacher of social consciousness and justice. His albums are adored by his fans and his future in reggae is bright and full.
Do you like reggae? Get a Reggae Harvest Comboticket and not only see Junior Kelly, but also the legendary group The Gladiators, who will be performing on October 26th.
Tickest for Junior Kelly are available for 450 CZK (+fee) at GoOut.cz, Ticketpro, Ticketportal, musicbar.cz and Eventim. At the cash desk of the LMB without fee.
