Bio
About the show
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The Magic of Reggae Legends is a live celebration of reggae, ska and lovers rock. Five singers and a five-piece band perform 30 much-loved songs by Jimmy Cliff, Desmond Dekker, Toots & The Maytals, Dennis Brown, UB40, Bob Marley & The Wailers and more, with a special guest Ska DJ.
The full story
A live celebration of reggae, ska and lovers rock
From the sunshine sounds of Jamaica to the smooth harmonies of British lovers rock, The Magic of Reggae Legends takes audiences on a musical journey through 30 much-loved songs, brought to life by five singers and a live band.
Classic reggae and ska favourites including “You Can Get It If You Really Want,” “Israelites,” “Monkey Man” and “54-46 Was My Number” set the scene. The journey moves through the romance of “Everything I Own,” “Silly Games” and “Hopelessly in Love,” alongside the unmistakable sounds of “Night Nurse” and “Money in My Pocket.”
Celebrating artists including Jimmy Cliff, Desmond Dekker, Toots & The Maytals, Ken Boothe, John Holt, Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson, Gregory Isaacs and Dennis Brown, the show also features a special performance of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ “No Woman, No Cry.”
The celebration continues
The celebration continues with UB40 favourites “Red Red Wine,” “Kingston Town” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love with You,” before dancefloor classics “Electric Boogie,” “Twist and Shout,” “Pass the Dutchie” and “Uptown Top Ranking” get audiences moving. Roots anthems from Peter Tosh, Barrington Levy and Junior Murvin add to the rich musical mix.
A special guest Ska DJ adds to the atmosphere, while medleys, rich vocal harmonies and infectious basslines bring generations together. The live show builds to a joyful grand finale with “One Love / People Get Ready” - an invitation for everyone to sing along and share in the spirit of reggae.
Timeless songs. Uplifting rhythms.
One unforgettable celebration.