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Festivals June 2012
Reggae In The Park
10. June
Beres Hammond_Jimmy Cliff_Luciano_ The Movement_and many more... The Mann Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, PA, USA
History: Philadelphia is a big Reggae town, with several radio and sound systems in full effect, which is why they have a demand for a great festival. This heavyweight lineup will be presented in a beautiful public park facility dedicated to performing arts that can accommodate 5,000. Concurrent with the two stages, there will be live DJ sets running in the craft and food vendor area of the park. What to do: Decide whether you want to sit in the balcony area with reserved seats or in the lawn area that is sold as general admission seating. What not to do: Don’t forget your rain gear as this event is rain or shine, don’t bring in any outside food or beverages.
Positive Vibes Festival
15. + 16. June
Patrice_Richie Campbell_ Pow Pow Movement_and many more... Areinho de Olivera in Olivera do Douro, Portugal
History: Portugal‘s biggest Reggae promoter Positive Vibes was established in 2002 with the intent to connect Reggae music with surfing. Ten years and numerous successful events later, they come up with a festival of the same name for the first time. The line up offers established European names and local artists, veterans from yard are missing. What to do: Visit the “Reggae University” to dig deeper into the context and history of Reggae music. What not to do: Leave your sunscreen at home. Sunshine is guaranteed here, and sunburns are easy to get and dangerous down here in Southern Europe.