Riddim West – June 8, 2019
Re-imagined and re-branded -- ReggaeFest returns with Riddim West! After a year off, Calgary ReggaeFest is back on a new date, in a new venue and with a new name. On June 8, 2019, ReggaeFest presents Riddim West at MacEwan Hall in the heart of the University of Calgary campus.
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Lynn Olagundoye (Calgary)
Lynn Olagundoye is front and centre among the burgeoning number of funk and soul purveyors in Calgary. A session veteran, Olagundoye marries a seductively smooth voice redolent of ‘70s R&B to a sound that incorporates the best of funk, jazz, Afrobeat, roots-reggae and vintage pop - recalling neo-soul singers like Eryk
readmore >Jory Kinjo (Calgary)
Jory Kinjo brings a unique history to his music and draws from his experiences playing and performing Soul, Ska, Reggae and Rhythm & Blues all over the world. Kinjo grew up in Calgary, AB. playing old-school soul music with long-standing soul band, Mocking Shadows. In 1999, he joined the band and warmed the stage for Canadian 3 tours with th
readmore >Phonosonics (Victoria)
Phonosonics is BC’s fastest-emerging Roots Reggae and Rocksteady outfit. Hailing from the island city of Victoria, the project is the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist/producer S. Cleave and features some of the island's top reggae talent. This powerhouse group has performed in club and top-tier festival settings throughout BC. It features soul
readmore >Delhi 2 Dublin (Vancouver)
Nurtured by equal parts raucous underground bass parties and all ages folk festivals, Delhi 2 Dublin ’s always distinctive sound has evolved over the past decade into its own decisive genre, styled, “Subcontinental Pop”—a name that conveys both its deep South Asian roots and its expansive, crazy-fun appeal. The beautifully supercharged comp
readmore >Cham (Jamaica)
Cham a.k.a “Baby Cham” (born Damian Beckett on February 24, 1979) is a Grammy Award-nominated Jamaican recording artist, most well known for his 2006 single “Ghetto Story” from his Atlantic Records debut album of the same name. Cham is still called “Baby Cham” by his Jamaican fans and fans from around the world. “Ghetto Story”, l
readmore >Luciano (Jamaica)
A superstar in his native Jamaica, Luciano combines his love of God and beauty into a soulful, spiritual blend of rock and R&B-tinged reggae. Born Jepther McClymont in Davey Town, he began his musical career singing in church and moved to Kingston to pursue music professionally. After McClymont had worked with prominent reggae producers like He
readmore >Looking for Casino Volunteers
ReggaeFest is looking for Casino volunteers for March 10-11, 2019 at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino. Sunday March 10 - Evening: Chip Runner x 1 - Count Room: 4 spots Monday March 11 - Day: Cashier x 1, Chip Runner x 1 - Evening: Chip Runner x 2 - Count Room: 4 spots Please contact crfinfo@reggaefest
readmore >Survey – Share your thoughts on ReggaeFest!
The Calgary Reggae Festival Society is interested in hearing your thoughts on the future of ReggaeFest. As part of its reimagining process, ReggaeFest is conducting a quick survey to get the pulse of the community. Please take a few minutes to help the organization with setting some new directions for the festival. The survey should take upwa
readmore >ReggaeFest Afternoon Jam – Pop Up Event
Join us for an Afternoon REGGAE Jam Sunday, June 10, 2018 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Village Brewery Taproom - 5000 - 12A Street SE. Live Music by local favourites Aktivate, Powerhouse Band and more.... Presented by Calgary Reggae Festival Society and the good folks at Village Brewery. Family Friendly. 12 and under admitted FREE $20 Admiss
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