It is 10years since the last One Love Festival was held in the UK and now to to celebrate the life and times of Bob Marley on the 30th anniversary of his death it returns to the Wembley Arena on Sunday 31st July.This all-day festival will commemorate Bob Marley’s untimely passing in 1981 aged just 36, and pay homage to his musical legacy with a series of themed sets from a host of international superstars, including legendary rap star Busta Rhymes who will headline the event in a UK festival exclusive.
Also on the bill will be Grammy-award-winning superstars Shaggy and Sean Paul and man of the moment Gyptian, as well as roots royalty Aswad plus an appearance by Marley’s son Ky Mani Marley who will be performing a selection of his father’s greatest hits including ‘No Woman, No Cry’ and ‘One Love’.
Other reggae acts appearing on the day include the Godfather of Lover’s Rock John Holt, Third World, conscious newcomer Natty King, Jamaican born DJ Trinity, roots-soul songstress Etana and prolific vocalist Wayne Wade appearing in the UK for the first time.
Another act worth a mention is one of the UK’s most vibrant urban acts the Grime stalwart Skepta. Further artists performing are hoped to be announced soon, but it is already shaping up to be one of the best festivals of the year!
Tickets are now on sale and are available from Wembley Box office, ticketmaster.co.uk, seetickets.com, ticketline.co.uk, gigantic.com with prices starting at £35.
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