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With the venue tumbling over capacity, Collie Buddz jumped on stage with New Kingston opening up with a heavy metal intro, seamlessly shifting to a reggae rhythm. The energy was electric after Gabby Ranks’ set, but there was still more. The crowd responded to his sound, throwing their hands up in appreciation from the moment he stepped on stage until it was time for the main act. All he needed was a couple turntables and a crowd to enjoy his rhymes.

Hailing from London, England, Gabby Ranks walked on stage with a mic in his hand, and went to work. Yet, a first time performer in Arizona, Gabby Ranks took the stage following a brief hype session from DJ Peewee. Honestly, they could have sat on stage the entire night, without rotating performers, and fans would have been pleased. New Kingston might not be a household name, but they can play any rhythm under the sun, and then some.

With bass lines reminiscent of Aston “Family Man” Barrett and crisp drum beats firing away nonstop, dancing feet were required upon entrance.Ī look back to the past was also in store, covering Bob Marley’s “No Woman, No Cry” and “War”. Not only was Collie Buddz in town, but also his backing group, New Kingston kicked off the night with their own fresh blend of island reggae.ĭressed to impress in their pressed blue jeans and tight black t-shirts, New Kingston laid down the foundation of the evening. It is rare to find an iconic international recording artist from Bermuda performing in the desert of Arizona, but on a rainy Tuesday night in Tempe, reggae fans had their wish granted. Line up: Collie Buddz, Gabby Ranks and New Kingston