With extremely limited travel and in-person concerts, the music industry was forced to pivot into all-virtual everything. DJs, musicians, and performers reset their vision and were still able to keep connected with their fan base through virtual performances. For many, including myself, these events kept spirits up and made us realize how valuable music is to society. Supporting the entertainment industry goes beyond just the artist, these events also kept the industry works like promoters, event specialist and band members afloat in a difficult time.
Across the globe we saw virtual events multiply in an effort to keep the vibes going. Virtual award shows, remote performances, DJ sessions and battles entertained the masses with single performances that could fill an arena. Caribbean entertainment was no different, we heard Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Kompa and more from some of our favorite artists and personalities, here are a few events we enjoyed in 2020.
Verzuz: Beenie Man & Bounty Killer
One Yard Caribbean Virtual Benefit Concert
Kes We Home Live (Bonus: We Home Under One Roof)
GBM Nutron SOLD (Soca on Lockdown)
Koffee’s Tiny Desk Concert
Chronixx Cool as The Breeze
BBC 1Xtra LIVE: Popcaan
Digicel Presents the Showdown: Patrice Roberts vs. Alison Hinds
Walshy Fire’s Quarantine Clash
A Taste of Sumfest Part 1 | Part 2
BBC1Xtra LIVE – Sevana, Lila Ike, Naomi Cowan & Jaz Elise
Irie Jam Virtual Concert Series
Digicel Unplugged Series YouTube | Instagram
Michael Brun Bayo From Home & Digital Tour
Essence Fest Sessions: Estelle Presents Reggae & Dancehall Linkup
Mikelah
Mikelah is a Caribbean Culture expert, curating the bridge between the Caribbean and its diaspora. A CUNY Baruch College graduate with a BBA in Marketing. With previous experience with Caribbean lifestyle brands such as VP Records, Tempo TV and JAMROCK Magazine. Currently serving as a digital marketing maven by day, while continuing to collaborate with Caribbean brands.
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