
The movement to rebuild Jamaica through music and unity continues to grow! Organizers of the upcoming Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert have officially announced that Richie Stephens, one of reggae’s most soulful and inspiring voices, has joined the lineup for this monumental event happening Friday, December 12, 2025, at the UBS Arena in Queens, New York.

Produced under the “I Love Jamaica Concert Series,” the benefit concert unites key industry leaders and visionaries including Sharon Burke of Solid Agency, George Crooks of Jammins Events, Robert ‘Bobby’ Clarke of Irie Jam Media, and Kacy Rankine of Roadblock Radio LLC — a powerhouse team dedicated to using culture and music as a tool for healing and hope.
The official performer lineup now includes:
🎤 Shaggy — Grammy Award-winning icon and global ambassador of reggae and philanthropy.
🎶 KES — The dynamic Trinidadian band bringing Caribbean joy and energy to the stage.
🎤 T.O.K. — Reuniting to deliver their signature dancehall harmonies and timeless hits.
🎸 Inner Circle — The “Bad Boys of Reggae” keeping the roots strong.
💛 Richie Stephens — The smooth voice of inspiration and faith, adding soulful strength to the night’s message of unity.
…with more performers to be announced soon! 👀🔥
This historic concert is being organized in response to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa across Jamaica. The event will raise funds for Jamaica’s official Hurricane Relief & Recovery Fund and Shaggy’s Make A Difference Foundation, providing vital support for families, students, and communities most affected by the storm.
Every ticket, every performance, and every partnership is a step toward rebuilding homes, schools, and lives across the island.
“This concert is proof of what happens when the Caribbean stands together,” said Shaggy. “It’s not just music — it’s love in action.”
🎟 Tickets Available Soon
Proceeds from all ticket sales will directly benefit the Hurricane Melissa Relief & Recovery Fund and Make A Difference Foundation.
The Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert will be a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of resilience, bringing together legendary artists, community leaders, and fans under one powerful banner of Caribbean unity.
With Richie Stephens now joining the lineup, the concert’s message is clear — together, we are unbreakable.
One Love. One Island. One Purpose. — Jamaica Strong. 💚💛❤️






