(NEWARK, NJ) -- Experience the soulful magic of Beres Hammond, Jamaica's most prolific crooner, as he takes the stage at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) with a dynamic ensemble of talented friends, delivering an unforgettable evening filled with rich melodies and heartfelt performances on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Beres Hammond himself eloquently states, "I don't sing for charts; I sing for hearts." Prepare to dance and sing to uplifting reggae songs with the legendary Jamaican lovers' rock singer, known for hits like "One Love, One Life" and "Rockaway." He will be joined by special guests Romain Virgo, known for "Soul Provider," and Louie Culture. Sit back, relax, and embrace the love! A Grammy-nominated reggae icon, Beres Hammond has been enchanting audiences with his smoky-sweet vocals and diverse riddim tracks for nearly 40 years.
His music embodies the classic lover's rock sound, along with socially conscious and spiritually empowering themes. Songs like "Tempted to Touch," "Rockaway," "What One Dance Can Do," and "I Feel Good" showcase the essence of roots reggae, dancehall, rocksteady, funk, soul, and R&B. For decades, Hammond has consistently held the #1 spot on Billboard's Reggae Album charts. His studio album, *One Love, One Life*, was praised by Rolling Stone as "one of the best albums of a four-decade-long career."
Beres Hammond has long been recognized as the quintessential voice of laid-back lovers' serenades, epitomizing the earthy charm of mature reggae. Don't miss this chance to experience a true legend in concert!
Tickets are available for purchase online or by calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or by visiting the NJPAC Box Office (1 Center Street) in Newark, New Jersey.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States. It is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey — where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. As New Jersey’s anchor cultural institution, NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the State’s and the world’s best artists, while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 11 million visitors (including more than two million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents.
