LEGENDARY Reggae group The Heptones, has chosen the Canadian city of Toronto to host a one time historic reunion.

On January 15, 201, the Jamaica Canadian Centre (995 Arrow Road) is set to rock with classic songs such as Fatty Fatty, Sea of Love and Party Time in tribute to one of Reggae’s earliest groups.

Beginning their recording career in Kingston in 1965, the group released hit singles consistently with Studio One, and with Island Records. Some of their hits include Pretty Looks Isn’t All, Ting A Ling and I’ve Got The Handle. They also recorded several instrumental sessions which were released on the Studio One imprint as the Soul Vendors and Sound Dimension. Leroy Sibbles, founder of the Heptones, played bass on Alton Ellis’s I’m Still in Love and the Abyssinians classic Satta Massagana.

“We’re really looking forward to performing for the Toronto audience in the New Year,” said Leroy from his home in Jamaica. “I lived in Toronto, and am very aware of the city’s love and appreciation for good music, and for the Heptones. This is the best way to start the New Year!”

In addition to the Heptones, Canadian-based artistes Uncle Jonny, Ammoye, Nadeera, Tony Anthony, Mr Cool and Jimmy Reid will perform live, and additional music will be supplied by DJ Wiz International, Massey Sound and Barry Culture. The show will be hosted by Delroy ‘Speedy’ Sterling from 105.5 CHRY FM and Natasha Von Castle, Canada’s Music Queen from 88.1 CKLN FM.