Charlemont Reggae Festival 2025
We are proud to present to you a dynamic stellar line up of musicians! Full of conscious lyrics, positive messages, & revolutionary spirits! Get ready Charlemont!
Artist Line Up:
Ras Iba (V.I.)
Clatta Bumboo (JA)
Shanti Starr & the Afro Reggae All Stars
Roosta Acoustic (JA)
Nephertiti
Ras Moon (Cape Verde)
Root Fiyah
Gaia Roots
Souls of Zion (JA)
The Equalites
Mystic I
DJ Cancer
DJ Trends
The Nyabinghi Session (Led by Baki, all welcome to join in the opening prayer with a heart beat drum, chanting, & shakers. Held at 12:30pm)
Ras Iba (pronounced: 'Eye-bah') was born Charles "Chucky" Encarnacion on May 7, 1970 on the island of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. As the son of a musician, Iba was indoctrinated into music at a very young age and his passion for knowledge led him to embrace the teachings of Rastafari in his formative years. Over time and thru much diligence, Iba became lead singer of St. Croix's Front Line Reggae Band and quickly became one of St. Croix's celebrated singers.
Born in the parish of Westmoreland Jamaica and raised in the small mountain village of Moreland Hill in the same parish, Clatta Bumboo presently resides in the city of Providence, Rhode Island, USA. Influenced by the commanding reggae sound of the Rastafari elders such as The Wailers, Bob Marley, Burning Spear and Culture; Clatta Bumboo has accepted the responsibility to uphold the roots music of his culture, as he records and release original reggae records from his new home city of Providence. Clatta Bumboo - Make Way Rasta available on all major digital platforms 11.24.2023
Shanti Starr has a natural pull to her stage performance as a multi-instrumentalist lyricist. Rooted from a musical family she has traveled toured internationally collaborating with artists thru out West Africa, Asia, Europe, Jamaica, Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. Singing conscious lyrics in Spanish, Wolof, English, and Mandinko she keeps her audience captive as to what may happen next! Blending the traditional West African instruments such as balafon, djembe, djun djun, and shékeré with a slamming reggae back line of the Afro Reggaae All Stars will bring dancers to their feet! Shanti - Reverb Nation
Born and raised in Jamaica, Roosta Acoustic brings a passion and energy uniquely
his own to the stage. The long-time front man for groups such as Fear
Nuttin' Band, Total Collision and Wheel Out, Roosta knows how to capture
the full range of human emotion through song. Joined by long-time
collaborator Tommy Sage on acoustic guitar and harmony vocals, this duo
brings an vibe that connects straight to the heart."
website: www.wheelout.net
Nephertiti is a vocalist with a captivating melody , ritualist, and sacred space creator who weaves ancestral knowledge, creativity, and wellness into every aspect of her work. With over 15 years as a certified holistic practitioner and a background in anthropology and linguistics, she uses music as a powerful tool for healing, cultural preservation, and spiritual connection. Her artistry is rooted in ceremony and the belief that music can awaken memory, restore balance, and guide us back to our roots.
RAS Moon, born Rui Antonio Santos, is an internationally known reggae artist from the Cape Verde Islands. Blending reggae with Cape Verdean and African influences, he aims to uplift, inspire, and raise awareness through his music. He’s performed across Europe, Africa, and the U.S., and has been part of five albums—two with The Black Rebels and others as a solo artist.
Root Fiyah’s music is inspired by the rocksteady period in Jamaican music and is a blend of originals and versions. The foundation of our music is nyabinghi drumming and expresses thanks and praises to the Most High Jah Rastafari. Root Fiyah - Youtube
Gaia Roots world music drum, song and dance ensemble featuring traditional West African and Caribbean music and original compositions. This powerful ensemble will lift you up with hypnotic rhythms and soaring vocals.
Souls of Zion is fronted by Musa Omarie is a dynamic singer, musician, and producer. raised in the vibrant streets of Portmore Jamaica and a proud descendant of the Fulani people of West Africa. His music blends reggae, hip hop, R&B, and traditional Fulani rhythms into a powerful expression of identity and cultural pride. Influenced by both Caribbean and African musical traditions, he crafts songs that speak to heritage, resistance, and spirituality. His discography includes multiple albums and singles, with new music on the horizon.
Hailing from Western Mass with the sound of roots reggae infused with jazz, Mystic I brings positive vibes and an uplifting experience. Amber O'Brien is the song writer, keyboard player and vocalist. Tyler on Rastafari hand drumming and melodica. Michael Suter on upright bass and Dana Tolman on drums keep the music steady. Brian Bender adds energy with various instruments including melodion and trombone.
DJ Cancer originally hails from Brooklyn and has kept the melodies flowing in the valley for 20+ years, mixing and blending reggae, dance hall, Soca, and R&B!
DJ Trends has been keeping things spicy with his tropical selections & mixes for fans live & direct as well as on air! Get ready for a real treat as he backs some of the artists in a sound system stylie!
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"The #1 Caribbean Show In The World"
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