Sean Paul, Freddy McGregor, Tarrus Riley to perform in NY on Memorial Day (ORACABESSA FESTIVAL)

International DJ Sean Paul is among the top dancehall and reggae acts confirmed for the second annual Oracabessa Festival at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York.

The event takes place on Memorial Monday, May 25, a federal holiday in the United States set aside for remembering those who died while serving the US armed forces.

“Memorial Day is an important day that is set aside to remember fallen US war heroes” Bobby Clarke, CEO of Irie Jam Radio, producers of the event said.

“Sean Paul’s appearance will help the festival attract not only the traditional Jamaican and Caribbean patrons but mainstream fans who have long embraced Sean’s music. He has established himself as the top artiste from the Caribbean and has consistently demonstrated the ability to score international hit songs, Clarke noted.

Clarke said this year’s festival will be filled with added excitement given the diversity of the lineup which includes veteran reggae crooner Freddy McGregor.

Known worldwide for his riveting reggae ballads, McGregor began his musical career in the early 60′s under the musical direction of the legendary Coxone Dodd. In 1972 he formed the Generation Gap band, recording “Homeward Bound” and “Justice & Equality” for producer Geoffrey Chung.
Other confirmed performers at Oracabessa Festival are Christopher Martin, DJ Josey Wales, Tarrus Riley, Dexta Daps, Alaine, Suga and the Grace Thrillers featuring Shirley Willis.

Loop News Service