Negril, Jamaica – February 24, 2026 — International reggae icon Luciano, revered worldwide as Jah Messenjah, delivered a commanding and spiritually charged performance at Bamboo Walk that left audiences uplifted and reaffirmed Jamaica’s global leadership in conscious reggae music.
The highly anticipated concert, promoted by Anthony Able and Sador Gihus, attracted a vibrant turnout that included reggae devotees from across western Jamaica as well as visitors from the United States and Europe. Hosted at Bamboo Walk, home to Sador Restaurant, the evening unfolded as a multigenerational celebration of roots reggae excellence.
The night opened with Negril’s own Crystal Axe (Gayamaris Brooks), widely celebrated as the “Queen of Negril,” followed with an electrifying and high-energy set. Her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence ignited the audience, skillfully preparing the crowd for the evening’s headliner.
Belgium-based reggae songstress Sista Mika performed selections from her Road of Life album, including the title track featured on the Jah Jah Riddims project alongside Ras Flabba Holt. Her smooth, spiritually grounded delivery created an atmosphere of reflection and anticipation.
In a special cameo appearance, veteran recording artiste Carl Dawkins delighted longtime fans with a nostalgic yet vibrant mini-set. He performed signature classics including “Baby I Love You,” “Satisfaction,” “Warm and Tender Love” (from the Motherland Africa album, 2000), and the highly requested anthem “Picture on the Wall,” originally released in 1971 and produced by reggae pioneer Lee Scratch Perry. The performance bridged reggae’s foundational era with its present-day spiritual revival.
When Luciano emerged, dressed in black accented with the symbolic red, gold and green of Rastafari, the atmosphere shifted into collective reverence and celebration. Opening with “Give Praise to Rastafari,” he immediately engaged the audience, asking, “How you feeling? Are you ready, Negril?” The response was thunderous. He transitioned seamlessly into “Sweep Over My Soul,” using the moment to address global unrest and moral decline.
“There is too much negativity, bad mind, corruption and war in the world,” he declared. “I’m sick and tired of it now — we need some peace.”
Offering spiritual reassurance, Luciano reminded the audience: “Be strong and of good courage before the eyes of Jah. Heaven and earth will pass away before Jah’s children beg bread.” The declaration ignited waves of unity as sacred reggae vibrations pulsed through the venue.
Drawing from his extensive catalogue of international hits, Luciano delivered crowd favorites including “Your World and Mine,” “Over Hill and Valley,” “There Is No Love,” “Never Give Up,” “One Way Ticket,” “Back to Africa,” “Satisfy Your Soul,” and “Heaven Help Us All,” and other songs.
He closed the night with the powerful “Lord Give Me Strength,” weaving gospel-infused melodies into the finale as the audience roared its approval.
Luciano also acknowledged the Ethiopian community in attendance, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support — a gesture that resonated deeply with the spiritually aligned audience.
For more than three decades, Luciano has remained one of reggae’s most consistent global ambassadors of faith, resilience, and social consciousness. His Negril appearance underscored the sustained international demand for authentic roots reggae and reaffirmed Jamaica’s position as the heartbeat of the genre. View Concert Video here: https://youtube.com/watch?v=maII8CKMKvI&si=PNC7HRz6QshB0wR3
As patrons departed Bamboo Walk under the Negril night sky, one truth lingered: the message of Jah Messenjah remains urgent, relevant, and timeless.
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