Dancehall fans are ecstatic after Bounty Killer’s first United States concert in more than a decade has finally been confirmed. The revelation comes three weeks after the dancehall icon released a statement clarifying rumours that mislead patrons into believing he would be performing at unauthorised events.
Though the rumours surely sadden fans, Bounty Killer has not left them completely disappointed, as he will be rocking the stage this summer with his gritty catalogue. The official concert is set for July 5th and will be hosted at Brooklyn’s Barclays Centre.
This monumental occasion was recently confirmed by renowned promoter Cj Milan, who took to social media with a post announcing the event. The famed promoter, who is the key figure behind Vybz Kartel’s historic two-night Barclays show and Reggae Fest, shared a poster for the concert and wrote in the caption, “This will be Bounty Killer’s first U.S. show in 15 years.”
On May 6, presale tickets will go live, and then on May 8, general ticket sales will begin. Fans have expressed their joy for not only Bounty Killer’s return but also the grand return of dancehall to the international scene.
The 52-year-old dancehall veteran, legally named Rodney Price, is a powerhouse in dancehall whose influence goes beyond music as he uses his voice to advocate for the poor and helpless by delving deep into societal issues. Bounty Killer is renowned for creating hardcore music such as Look, Poor People, and Anytime. His songs first thrust him into the spotlight in the 1990s.
His sound played a significant role in shaping hardcore dancehall culture. He also played a significant role in the careers of dancehall stars such as Aidonia, Vybz Kartel, Busy Signal, and Mavado, mentoring and guiding them to stardom.
His accomplishments include a Grammy for his contribution to No Doubt’s 2003 hit song Hey Baby. Additionally, he earned the Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award at the 42nd staging of the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA).