Montego Bay, St James (McKoy’s Information) — Dancehall diva Ishawna introduced pure hearth to the Sumfest stage on Friday evening, leaving tongues wagging and followers begging for extra along with her daring efficiency and steamy collaboration with Vybz Kartel.
The controversial entertainer made her entrance simply after midnight throughout Pageant Night time 1 at Catherine Corridor, wearing a daring outfit that had patrons cheering earlier than she even sang a observe. She wasted no time diving into her hits, together with Equal Rights, New Little one, and Everyone Wants Anyone.
However it was her shock look alongside incarcerated deejay Vybz Kartel — through pre-recorded vocals and on-screen visuals — that despatched the group right into a frenzy. Collectively they carried out their raunchy hit WOOF, with Ishawna proudly owning the stage and exhibiting why she stays considered one of dancehall’s most talked-about artists.
“Massive up di World Boss identical method! WOOF an’ bark if yuh dangerous!” Ishawna teased the group, who barked and roared in response.
Patrons might be seen waving rags, taking out telephones, and shouting her title as she closed her set with Legendary, whereas the bass rattled the venue and the power reached fever pitch.
Pageant organizers praised her efficiency as some of the thrilling of the evening, calling it “unapologetic, assured, and unforgettable.”
Reggae Sumfest 2025, which runs from July 13–19, continues with its second live performance evening on Saturday, that includes reggae stalwarts and extra shock acts.
