Toronto: It’s official! Dancehall icon Bounty Killer and his administration workforce touched down in Toronto simply moments in the past, marking his first go to to town in over twenty years. With a commanding presence and signature vitality, Bounty emerged from the plane and declared, “T-Dot whey dey yah—and it naw go regular!”
The legendary deejay is about to headline the Oasis Music Pageant on August 23, 2025, at Markham Fairgrounds, becoming a member of a power-packed lineup that features Cham, Dexta Daps, and Mr. Killa. The competition guarantees a full-scale celebration of dancehall and soca tradition, uniting followers from throughout Canada and past.
“2025 is popping out to be a particular 12 months for Bounty Killer,” mentioned Paul ‘Bankie’ Giscombe, Bounty’s longtime supervisor, simply moments after arriving.
“Along with his return to the U.S. stage at a sold-out Barclays Middle present on July 5 and now this historic journey again to Toronto after 20 years—it’s clear God has blessed Bounty and the workforce,” Bankie shared.
Toronto, house to just about 4 million individuals—together with over 500,000 Caribbean nationals—has lengthy been a significant hub for dancehall, reggae, and hip-hop. Regardless of a two-decade absence, Bounty’s music has remained dominant in Canadian sound programs and airwaves.
Songs like Gradual Movement, Fed Up, Copper Shot, “Residing Dangerously” (with Barrington Levy) and the chart-topping “Hey Child” with No Doubt have cemented his place in Canadian music tradition. In line with Music Metrics Vault, “Hey Child” stays his most streamed music in Canada, with over 60 million performs. Different fan favorites embrace “WHERE YOU COME FROM” (that includes Buju Banton and Capleton).
Toronto’s dancehall legacy continues with stars like Drake, Kardinal Offishall, Lexxicon, and Michie Mee, all of whom have cited dancehall’s affect. Now, the Warlord’s return provides new gas to town’s Jamaican fireplace.
“Bounty is keen to reconnect together with his 1000’s of die-hard followers right here in Toronto,” Bankie added. “It’s greater than a live performance—it’s a second in dancehall historical past.”
