Jamaican dancehall icon Vybz Kartel left an indelible mark on the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with a highly energetic and well-received performance at the YOLO Promotion’s marquee event Black on Black on March 15.
The event, which saw thousands of fans from various countries in attendance, was a night filled with unstoppable energy, surprise performances, and unforgettable musical moments.
For nearly two hours, Kartel commanded the stage, delivering a high-powered set that had the crowd singing along and dancing non-stop. With hits like “Summer Time,” “Fever,” “Ramping Shop,” and more, the dancehall superstar reaffirmed his legendary status in the genre. Adding to the experience, Kartel was joined by his sons, Little Vybz and Little Addi, as well as fellow artists Jah Vinci and renowned producer Rvssian, making the performance even more dynamic.
Star-Studded Lineup Sets the Stage
Before Kartel took over the show, the night was stacked with performances from both local and international artists. BVI’s Priceless opened the event followed by other local talents including Banco Bizmol, international artist Monae, reggae and soca veteran Sister Joyce, and Revelation Deh Royal, who each brought their unique sounds to the stage, representing the local music scene with pride. One of the biggest surprises of the night was the appearance of USVI reggae sensation Pressure, who ignited the crowd with his signature hits.
Jamaican artists Skillibeng and Jah Vinci kept the momentum going, thrilling the audience with their performances before the highly anticipated arrival of Vybz Kartel.
Adding an official touch to the evening, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley took the stage toward the end of the concert, joining the celebration and thanking Vybz Kartel and the promoters from YOLO Promotions for contributing to entertainment tourism in the Virgin Islands.