Pop rock legends Air Supply and Jon Secada are among the headliners for the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival returning April 30 to May 12, 2024.
Also headlining are renowned musicians from Saint Lucia and across the world including Davido, Machel Montano, Samara Joy, Beres Hammond and Chloe Bailey.
“Building on three decades of star-studded performances that attract visitors from around the world, the 2024 Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival continues our tradition of creating and hosting the Caribbean’s premier jazz and arts event. This year promises an eclectic mix of must-see artists across genres from Soca to jazz to World Beats to pop, while also showcasing fine arts and Saint Lucia’s creative industries,” said Minister of Tourism, Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire in a press release.
Spanning classic jazz to world beats, the 2024 Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival will again attract thousands of visitors from around the world with a lineup of genres including Afro beats, jazz, rock, gospel, Soca, reggae, Zouk, pop and an array of cultural beats and exciting rhythms. The iconic and historic Pigeon Island National Park will provide a waterside backdrop for the open-air performances.
The Lineup
As of January 18, 2024, the musical lineup is as follows, with more details to be announced:
April 30 - Opening Night: Caribbean superstars from the region including the greatest voice in the Soca industry, Voice the Artiste and His Band from Trinidad; Jamaican reggae sensation Romain Virgo; and Singer-songwriter, Rapper TeeJay from Jamaica, and the Saint Lucia Allstars.
May 4-7 - Entertainment & Community Jazz: Explore authentic Saint Lucian culture across the island with an eclectic mix of events; showcase performances include American bassist and composer John Patitucci; and Saint Lucian composer and pan player Allison Marquis.
Wednesday, May 8 - Kingdom Gospel Night: An evening of praise and song, headlined by the award-winning international gospel singer Minister Donnie McClurkin; with performances from one of the foremost Caribbean gospel music performers Nigella St. Clair-Daniel; the captivating Marvia Providence; and Carlene Davis from Jamaica.
Thursday, May 9 - Pure Jazz: Another night of jazz, which also features the most impressive modern women of the genre: Vaughnette Bigford with rich earthy jazz vocals; Samara Joy, double Grammy Award winner and the youngest jazz virtuoso vocalist of this era; Christa Bailey and Shannon Pinel adding local talent to the lineup.
Friday, May 10 - Caribbean Fusion: A vibrant mix of Caribbean beats, with Saint Lucia’s foremost reggae artist Meshach; the entertaining Ezra D'Fun Machine and Invasion band; the undisputed “King of Soca” Machel Montano; and living reggae legend Beres Hammond.
Saturday, May 11 - World Beats: Travel the world with an eclectic mix of Caribbean and global acts; the versatile Saint Lucian singer-songwriter Arthur Allain; the acclaimed New York-based Haitian Konpa band VAYB; Grammy Award-winning best-selling Latin music artist Jon Secada; American singer-songwriter, record producer and actress, R&B Star Chlöe Bailey backed by Saint Lucia’s biggest party band DYP; Afrobeat sensation Joeboy; and Afrobeat megastar and multiple Grammy nominee Nigerian-American Davido.
Sunday, May 12 - The Ultimate Celebration on Mother’s Day: The festival peaks with a nostalgic collection of greatest hits and soft rock anthems delivered by A-list performers of international acclaim. The electrifying Carl Gustave: the soulful Michele Henderson from Dominica, and prolific Saint Lucian saxophonist Augustin “Jab” Duplessis start the excitement. Adding to The Ultimate celebration, 12-time Grammy Award-winning American singer, songwriter, and record producer Babyface will perform. Topping the bill for the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival is Air Supply, one of world's best-selling rock ‘n’ roll groups with seven consecutive top five hits, known for dozens of chart-toppers including ‘I’m All Out of Love’ and their number one single ‘The One That You Love’.
Ticketing and packages will be available from February at www.stlucia.org/jazz.
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