Capleton and Agent Sasco among acts named for virtual Reggae Sunsplash
Reggae
Sunsplash has revealed some of the big names that will be part of the virtual
show next week.
So far, the
line-up for the show that will be held on November 27 and 28 includes Agent Sasco,
Romain Virgo, Masicka, Capleton and Barrington Levy. The organisers are
expected to announce more names at the virtual launch later today, November 18.
Reggae
Sunsplash was scheduled to return to Grizzly’s Plantation in St Ann this year,
14 years after it was last held.
However, the
plans had to be changed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
And while
things aren’t going as initially planned, Agent Sasco, who will perform on
Night 2 of the event, has applauded the team for bringing back the show.
“We have
seen a lot of calendar events disappear from the landscape. It’s great to have
the return of Sunsplash in particular, as it is one of the biggest and most
recognizable brands. I applaud the team for sticking with the effort with the
virtual staging despite the challenges of COVID-19. I am happy to be a part of
the return of this landmark event and I am looking forward to it,” he said recently.
Similarly,
Barrington Levy said that he is pleased with the return of the show.
“Reggae Sunsplash
gave us a space we didn’t have in those days. I am pleased to be back on that
stage to celebrate our music, the rich history and showcase more of Barrington
Levy, because I have more to show and the fans from that time can sing along
while we introduce the music to the new fans,” he said.
Reggae
Sunsplash will be streamed primarily on YouTube, but viewers will also be able
to access it via Facebook and Instagram.