Rain did little to dampen spirits in Fort Lauderdale as followers poured into the Broward Heart for the Performing Arts’ Au René Theater on August thirty first. They gathered to witness a historic second—the finale of Beres Hammond’s Without end Giving Thanks US Tour. Affectionately known as “Uncle Beres,” the reggae icon closed his string of summer season performances with heat, pleasure, and a listing of timeless hits.
Earlier within the 12 months, Hammond introduced the Without end Giving Thanks tour with stops throughout main US cities. Highlights included Boston, Newark (the place he was joined by Marcia Griffiths and Cham), Brooklyn, Duluth (with Kes the Band, Tarrus Riley, and Dean Fraser), earlier than the grand finale in Florida. The Fort Lauderdale present carried particular significance, coming simply days after Hammond’s seventieth birthday on August twenty eighth. Internet hosting duties have been dealt with by Tanto Irie, beloved DJ of Reggae Runnins’ on HOT 105 FM.
From the second Hammond stepped on stage, flashing his signature grin, the viewers rose to its ft. Backed by the Concord Home Band, he delivered classics spanning 4 a long time—from No Goodbye to Can’t Cease a Man (From Attempting). Followers sang alongside to beloved favourites together with Rockaway, What One Dance Can Do, and She Loves Me Now, every tune met with rapturous applause.
Born Beresford Hammond in Annotto Bay, St. Mary, Hammond has lengthy been revered because the “King of Lover’s Rock.” Since launching his profession within the Nineteen Seventies, he has crafted a vault of hits which have outlined romantic reggae. His artistry has additionally prolonged to memorable collaborations: with Buju Banton on tracks like Falling in Love (All Over Once more) and Pull Up the Vibes, and with Marcia Griffiths on the fan favorite Stay On.
Past the stage, Hammond’s contributions to Jamaican music have earned him nationwide and worldwide recognition. In 2013, he was awarded the Order of Jamaica, one of many nation’s highest honours. A 12 months later, his album One Love, One Life earned a Grammy nomination, cementing his affect effectively past the Caribbean.
Because the curtain closed on the Fort Lauderdale finale, it was clear that Hammond stays not only a performer, however a cultural treasure. At 70, his music continues to encourage generations of reggae lovers worldwide. For Beres Hammond, giving thanks is greater than a tour theme—it’s the essence of a profession constructed on love, resilience, and timeless music.
