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Welcome to Big Reggae Mix! Hosted by Scott Brown and Executive Produced by Errol Brown, winner of 6 Grammy Awards and the Producer of the iconic "Legend" album with Bob Marley and the Wailers. We play the BEST reggae in the world, 24/7 and commercial-free - roots, reggae pop, dub, island reggae, reggaeton, ska and world music (recorded and LIVE).
The Global Healing Has Begun!™
The Global Healing Has Begun!™
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“Live concerts in the time of COVID: An evening with The Wailers featuring Julian Marley, Aston Barrett JR, with Lance-O and Drifting Roots.”
By: Cleopatra Cohen
There is no denying the impact that Covid has had on musicians this past year, and live concerts had all but seemed to disappear, with these sinister rumors circulating around; “Concerts will never be the same again,” and “Welcome to a new world of live show, virtual reality.” I don’t know about you, but the virtual concerts... well let’s just say they haven’t been my favorite. As an industry professional and music lover, a piece of my heart broke when I thought of the reality of such rumors being true. For me, there is nothing more exhilarating than the palpable energy you feel at a sold out show. However, on this beautiful full moon night in February 2021, Julian Marley and The Wailers (and the promoters) found a creative and Covid-safe way to bring that event energy back to life, and instill hope in a true music lover's heart.
As we approached the southern Florida venue in Delray Beach, the traffic and my anticipation were increasing at a rapid, steady pace. I could hear distant voices across the loud speakers, smell the street vendors' food, feel the vibrations of percussion on stage, and see the smoke and lights coming from the performance. It was exhilarating. Zealously I shrilled, “Wow! It has been so long since I’ve been to an actual live show!” As I entered the press box, I was amazed to see a sold out show, and actually feel the energy of hundreds of fans around me, socially distanced of course. My curiosity for understanding how to pull off a live show like this paid off in spades. I was delighted to see a different way to bring back one of our favorite past times, in a safe, family friendly environment.
I didn't really know what to expect, but to my surprise, the setup of the Old School Square pavilion in DelRay Beach was vast, yet inviting. Upon visiting the ticketing website, you are met with a message that explains, when you purchase a ticket, you are purchasing a “pod” for four people. The pods cannot be broken up and sold separately, so you either come with a group, or you get an entire four seats to yourself. There were at least 100 pods available, each of them more than six feet from the other, and included a table with a personal waiter to bring items from the bar, so fans would not have to wander around the premises and stand in lines. Brilliant, not only did this keep people socially distanced and safe, but you also never had to miss a minute of the show waiting in long lines at the concessions bar. I was able to enjoy the concert feeling safe, yet connected and entertained. Compared to a recent drive-in concert experience, this was far superior to any other Covid measures I’ve seen put in place for live shows.
On stage, I was delighted to see the sons of Reggae Legends, Julian Marley & Aston Barrett Jr., beside the infamously known group, “The Wailers,” and Lance-O, performing a semi-acoustic set, most of them masked, unless singing. Also on stage, the evening featured Speedy King (Percussion,) Jaime Hinckson (Piano) and members of Drifting Roots. To see these living legends together, was truly a once in a lifetime musical matchup.
Conclusion:
As I left the show, in a perpetual state of bliss and endearment, I began to understand why these events are so important. It’s not about the beauty of the venue, it's not about the production gimmicks, or how close you sit to the stage. What makes these events so important, are the fans, the people, and the energetic exchange that we all have with one another when we come together over positive vibrations, and groovy Irations. The love, the loss, the hope, the struggles, the victories, all expressed through the same words and melodies... they connect us. Whether we realize it or not we experience unity, one love, and healing when we come together. As well, the energetic exchange between performers and fans, is true mystical, energetic alchemy. I hope that others reading this find inspiration to create shows with a similar setup, that abide by local government Covid guidelines, keep us safe, and nurture the necessary communion we all need... to keep going.
www.julianmarley.com
www.thewailers.com
By: Cleopatra Cohen
There is no denying the impact that Covid has had on musicians this past year, and live concerts had all but seemed to disappear, with these sinister rumors circulating around; “Concerts will never be the same again,” and “Welcome to a new world of live show, virtual reality.” I don’t know about you, but the virtual concerts... well let’s just say they haven’t been my favorite. As an industry professional and music lover, a piece of my heart broke when I thought of the reality of such rumors being true. For me, there is nothing more exhilarating than the palpable energy you feel at a sold out show. However, on this beautiful full moon night in February 2021, Julian Marley and The Wailers (and the promoters) found a creative and Covid-safe way to bring that event energy back to life, and instill hope in a true music lover's heart.
As we approached the southern Florida venue in Delray Beach, the traffic and my anticipation were increasing at a rapid, steady pace. I could hear distant voices across the loud speakers, smell the street vendors' food, feel the vibrations of percussion on stage, and see the smoke and lights coming from the performance. It was exhilarating. Zealously I shrilled, “Wow! It has been so long since I’ve been to an actual live show!” As I entered the press box, I was amazed to see a sold out show, and actually feel the energy of hundreds of fans around me, socially distanced of course. My curiosity for understanding how to pull off a live show like this paid off in spades. I was delighted to see a different way to bring back one of our favorite past times, in a safe, family friendly environment.
I didn't really know what to expect, but to my surprise, the setup of the Old School Square pavilion in DelRay Beach was vast, yet inviting. Upon visiting the ticketing website, you are met with a message that explains, when you purchase a ticket, you are purchasing a “pod” for four people. The pods cannot be broken up and sold separately, so you either come with a group, or you get an entire four seats to yourself. There were at least 100 pods available, each of them more than six feet from the other, and included a table with a personal waiter to bring items from the bar, so fans would not have to wander around the premises and stand in lines. Brilliant, not only did this keep people socially distanced and safe, but you also never had to miss a minute of the show waiting in long lines at the concessions bar. I was able to enjoy the concert feeling safe, yet connected and entertained. Compared to a recent drive-in concert experience, this was far superior to any other Covid measures I’ve seen put in place for live shows.
On stage, I was delighted to see the sons of Reggae Legends, Julian Marley & Aston Barrett Jr., beside the infamously known group, “The Wailers,” and Lance-O, performing a semi-acoustic set, most of them masked, unless singing. Also on stage, the evening featured Speedy King (Percussion,) Jaime Hinckson (Piano) and members of Drifting Roots. To see these living legends together, was truly a once in a lifetime musical matchup.
Conclusion:
As I left the show, in a perpetual state of bliss and endearment, I began to understand why these events are so important. It’s not about the beauty of the venue, it's not about the production gimmicks, or how close you sit to the stage. What makes these events so important, are the fans, the people, and the energetic exchange that we all have with one another when we come together over positive vibrations, and groovy Irations. The love, the loss, the hope, the struggles, the victories, all expressed through the same words and melodies... they connect us. Whether we realize it or not we experience unity, one love, and healing when we come together. As well, the energetic exchange between performers and fans, is true mystical, energetic alchemy. I hope that others reading this find inspiration to create shows with a similar setup, that abide by local government Covid guidelines, keep us safe, and nurture the necessary communion we all need... to keep going.
www.julianmarley.com
www.thewailers.com
On November 5, 2021
Big Reggae Mix Celebrated 7 Years
of Streaming Top Shelf Reggae 24/7 and commercial-free.
"The Global Healing Has Begun!™"
Big Reggae Mix Celebrated 7 Years
of Streaming Top Shelf Reggae 24/7 and commercial-free.
"The Global Healing Has Begun!™"
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Big Reggae Mix is the brainchild of Errol Brown and Scott Brown.
We launched in November 2014, and are excited to be the Global Healing Station - bringing sweet reggae music to the global massive!
Whether you're looking for roots, island reggae, dub, world music, reggae pop or ska - you've come to the right place. Jah Bless! Enjoy the good vibes.
We launched in November 2014, and are excited to be the Global Healing Station - bringing sweet reggae music to the global massive!
Whether you're looking for roots, island reggae, dub, world music, reggae pop or ska - you've come to the right place. Jah Bless! Enjoy the good vibes.
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