International recording artist Shinehead.
Photo by Allyson Ione
International recording artist Shinehead and scores of fans are excited about his upcoming tour of Japan in November.
Produced by Yard Beat sound system, the “Back to ’80s & 90’s Dancehall Japan Tour 2024“ will see music giant Shinehead perform in seven cities alongside the Kingston 12 Hi-Fi sound system, featuring DJ Papalotl, entertainment publicist Flair Lindsey of Acclaim PR, told Caribbean Life.
She said tour stops include Osaka, Fukuoka, Yokohama, Nagoya, Okinawa, Ibaraki, and Tokyo.
“The audience is in for a special treat in Yokohama, as Kingston 12 Hi Fi is set to play early warm (more like fire) at the Sound Trooper featuring Ricky Trooper vs Yard Beat featuring Desem sound clash,“ Lindsey said.
Shinehead expressed delight in the engagement.
“I have a long-running connection with Japan, which spans over four decades – nothing but good vibes with the Japanese massive,“ he said. “This tour is especially important because it marks my first tour post-pandemic.
“I love the stage,“ he added. “It’s where my creative energy truly knows no boundaries. I have pretty dope set lists, which I will bring to life each time I touch the stage while incorporating favs from my diverse music catalog.“
Lindsey said the “Back to 80’s & 90’s Dancehall Japan Tour 2024“ culminates a celebratory year for Shinehead, who first reached worldwide audiences with his organic fusion of musical styles, including reggae, dancehall, Hip Hop and R&B, over 40 years ago.
“Whether singing, deejaying, singjay, speed rapping, playing his Kingston 12 Hi-Fi sound system, or voicing some of the most sought-after dubplates, Shinehead is a voice of the culture, and Japan is putting respect on his name,“ she said.
Shinehead is also celebrating the 40th Anniversary of his debut record “Billie Jean,” the 30th Anniversary of the classic album “Troddin,” and the 25th Anniversary of his last full-length album “Praises.”
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