Following the first wave of artist announcements last November, the UK’s award-winning festival of reggae, Positive Vibration, has added even more big names to its already huge line-up!
Confirmed artists include:
Gentleman’s Dub Club
The Twinkle Brothers
Zion Train
Ruts DC
Mellow Mood
Gaudi (performing with African Head Charge)
Soom T
Skarra Mucci
The Nextmen ft. Gardna
O.B.F ft. Sr. Wilson
Kioko
Oxman
Adam Prescott
Sister Aisha + Ponchita Peligros (performing with Mad Professor)
Rubber Dub
Taking place over the 12th and 13th June 2020 across the Baltic Triangle, Liverpool, the festival will also feature performances from Hollie Cook + General Roots, General Levy + Joe Ariwa, Mad Professor, Tippa Irie, Horseman, The Upper Cut Band, Mungo’s Hi Fi Ft. Charlie P, Neville Staple Band, Don Letts, African Head Charge, DJ Vadim + Jman, Kiko Bun, Sinai Sound System and Levi Tafari.
In addition to the live music, Positive Vibration will also play host to:
For the Family
Over the festival weekend, there will be a plethora of activities + workshops for all the family, including dub poetry classes with Levi Tafari, arts & crafts with Square Pegs, screen-printing with The Paper Moon, Capoeira classes with Capoeira For All, face painting, a soft play area, plus loads more.
Children + young people are welcome to the festival on both days, with those under 12 years old being granted free entry.
Reggae Q&A
One of the most engaging aspects of the festival, the Reggae Q&A is a panel discussion which focuses on the impact of reggae on British music, culture & society.
This year’s panel will be chaired by music journalist, John Robb and will feature other industry experts, TBA.
Art of Reggae Exhibition
A highlight of the festival, this incredible exhibition, which supports the Alpha Boys School in Jamaica, will showcase 100 reggae-inspired posters, designed by illustrators + artists from over 40 countries. All of which can be bid on via silent auction.
The launch of the exhibition will take place at Kuumba Imani Millennium Centre, 4 Princes Rd, Liverpool, L8 1TH on Thursday 28 May.
Taking place between 7pm – 11pm, there will be music, food and performance in addition to the fantastic artwork.
Entry is free, but please confirm your attendance by ordering a free ticket: www.skiddle.com/e/13752105
Jamdown Market
A host of traders offering a diverse selection of food, drink, records, clothes, arts & crafts, jewellery, health and well-being.
If you would like to trade at this year’s festival, please contact info@posvibefest.com
Tickets
• Adult Weekend Tickets – ONLY £50
• Teenager (12 – 17 years) Weekend Tickets – ONLY £15
• Children under 12 go FREE on both days.
• Buy here: www.skiddle.com/e/13681254
For further information visit www.posvibefest.com
