by Howard Campbell
LAUDERDHILL – Lallo’s in Lauderhill is the situation for the inaugural Tradition Fest occasion which takes place August 12. The present options Etana, Bugle, Fantan Mojah, Lutan Fyah and Pure Black.
Tradition Fest, which additionally has I Noah and Ras Fraser Jr as performers, is promoted by Reggae Date Evening for which Etana is a companion.
The singer informed South Florida Caribbean Information that she is set to stage an occasion sturdy on roots and tradition, and what higher place to do it than Lauderhill, dwelling to 1000’s of Jamaicans and West Indians.
“Lauderhill is a really various group that has a robust inhabitants of Caribbean folks. We intend to unite the group at this occasion, drawing all races and backgrounds collectively,” mentioned Etana.
She is especially happy to have Bugle and Fantan Mojah on the present, particularly since they haven’t carried out in South Florida for prolonged durations. Pure Black from Guyana additionally makes a return to the area.
“The lineup is powerful on roots-reggae with a touch of dancehall. It’s deliberate as a result of all of the artists attraction to all age teams with a constructive message and far vitality,” Etana said.
Raised in South Florida, Etana is thought for hit songs equivalent to Fallacious Tackle, I Rise and Blessings. She is at present on a US tour with dates scheduled for California, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada in July.
Tradition Fest can even showcase the Evolution Sound and CD Grasp sound programs.