Mavado to headline major return concert in Jamaica this December

Dancehall titan Mavado is gearing up for a long-awaited homecoming concert on December 27, 2025, at the picturesque Plantation Cove in St. Ann. The show marks the “Gully God’s” first performance on Jamaican soil in nearly a decade, setting the stage for what’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated live events in recent memory.

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Tickets go on sale this Thursday, October 23, exclusively via reggaefest.com, and early demand is expected to be sky-high. Industry watchers are already comparing the buzz to the record-breaking return of Vybz Kartel’s “Freedom Street” concert at Kingston’s National Stadium on New Year’s Eve 2024.

 

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The event is being produced by CJ Milan, the powerhouse promoter behind some of this year’s most headline-grabbing reggae and dancehall moments—including the historic return of Vybz Kartel to North America, which drew international attention.

Mavado’s career remains a cornerstone of modern dancehall, with timeless anthems like “Weh Dem a Do,” “So Special,” and “Progress” still dominating playlists. In recent years, he’s continued to evolve musically with tracks such as “Enemies,” “Top Shotta Is Back,” “Tears,” and the introspective “Not Perfect.” His 2024 hit “Life of the Gully” racked up millions of streams, reaffirming his enduring global influence. Most recently, Mavado scored another big collaboration on DJ Khaled’s “You Remind Me” alongside Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton, Bounty Killer, Rory Stone Love, and Kaylan Arnold—a testament to his staying power among the genre’s elite.

Adding to the excitement, fellow stars Aidonia, Dovey Magnum, and Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor have taken to social media to show support for Mavado’s long-awaited return. While the full lineup of supporting acts has yet to be announced, speculation is already swirling that members of The Alliance could make surprise appearances.

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Fans are being urged to secure tickets early and prepare for a high-energy, hit-filled night that promises not just a concert, but a milestone moment in dancehall history—the long-overdue reunion between Mavado and the island that made him a legend.

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