Bank Holiday Reggae All Dayer feat The Cimarons // Lewes Con Club

Name: Bank Holiday Reggae All Dayer feat The Cimarons // Lewes Con Club
Start: 2025-05-25T15:00:00+01:00
Location: Lewes Con Club

Schedule

Sun, 25 May, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Lewes Con Club | Lewes, EN

Easy Skankin and African Night Fever presents
Bank Holiday Reggae All Dayer
The Cimarons (Live)
Samsara Collective (Live)
Easy Skankin DJs
Plus more TBA
Sunday 25th May 2025
Lewes Con Club
3pm till 12am
Afro-Caribbean Food on sale
Tickets on sale HERE: https://buytickets.at/easyskankinltd/1436922
Join Easy Skankin & African Night Fever for a day of Reggae featuring the Legendary Cimarons Live on stage with local Reggae and Ska outfits, The Hekatones and Samasara Collective and Easy Skankin DJs. There's going to be Afro-Caribbean Food on sale and Rum Punch which can be enjoyed in the outdoor garden.
Get ready to groove to the irresistible reggae beats and infectious melodies of the legendary ensemble, The Cimarons!
With a legacy spanning decades, The Cimarons have been the heartbeat of the reggae scene, captivating audiences worldwide with their soul-stirring music and unwavering commitment to spreading love and positivity through their tunes.
Founded in London in 1967 by a group of passionate Jamaican musicians including guitarist Locksley Gitchie, bassist Franklyn Dunn, and lead singer Winston Reedy, Cimarons quickly rose to prominence as pioneers of the reggae movement and the first reggae band in UK and Europe.
Their illustrious journey includes collaborations with reggae icons such as Bob Marley, (who was grateful to the Cimarons as his forerunners in Europe, Asia, Africa and the UK), Jimmy Cliff, Lee „Scratch” Perry and other legends of the genre. The Cimarons contributed to the evolution of reggae music, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.
Infusing their sound with elements of ska, rocksteady, and roots reggae, The Cimarons created a distinctive and timeless sound that resonates across generations. Today, the spirit of The Cimarons lives on under the guidance of its band leaders: Locksley Gitchie and Franklyn Dunn. These seasoned musicians bring decades of experience, ensuring that the legacy of The Cimarons continues to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of reggae music. Adding to the band’s dynamic lineup is new lead singer Michael Arkk, whose electrifying stage presence and soulful vocals have breathed new life into the Cimarons sound. With his powerful voice and magnetic charisma, Michael Arkk has seamlessly integrated into the band, infusing their performances with a renewed energy and vitality that captivates audiences wherever they go.
The Cimarons have earned a reputation as one of the most dynamic and captivating live acts in the world of reggae music. With timeless hits like „Wake Up Jah Man”, „On The Rock”, „Reggae Rhapsody”, and „Harder Then The Rock” Cimarons continue to inspire and uplift audiences with their infectious energy and unwavering commitment to spreading positive vibrations.
Join the movement and experience the magic of The Cimarons as they continue to ignite souls and spread love through the power of reggae music. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering their music for the first time, CThe imarons invite you to join them on a journey of rhythm, melody, and unity that will leave you uplifted and inspired.
As “one of the South’s most exciting reggae acts”, Brighton-based Samsara Collective create an open minded and fresh take on the roots tradition. The result is an immersive and hook-laden take on the style, morphing reggae into something wholly new and exciting, and has been described as “a startlingly new angle on the Jamaican sound”.Having played alongside reggae legends such as The Wailers, Toots & the Maytals, Alborosie, Horace Andy, Groundation, The Easy Star All-Stars, The Skatalites and Aswad – they’ve also performed at countless festivals such as Glastonbury, Boomtown Fair, Shambala, and Green Man.
More acts TBA