Shaggy leads all-star 'Jamaica Strong' benefit concert in New York
In a monumental show of love, unity, and resilience, Caribbean superstars Sean Paul, KES the Band, Inner Circle, Ky-Mani Marley, Tessanne Chin, Aidonia, Chronic Law, Richie Stephens, T.O.K., Gramps Morgan, and Mikey Spice will join Grammy-winning icon Shaggy at the Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert, taking place on Friday, December 12, 2025, at UBS Arena in Queens, New York.
Organizers say the concert will support Jamaica’s ongoing recovery following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa on October 28, 2025.
Produced under the I Love Jamaica Concert Series and backed by the Government of Jamaica, this landmark event will direct all proceeds to Jamaica’s Official Hurricane Relief & Recovery Fund, along with a group of trusted charitable organizations dedicated to rebuilding lives and communities across the island.
Funds raised will be transparently distributed among the following approved beneficiaries: Shaggy’s Make A Difference Foundation; Sean Paul’s preferred charity, Food For The Poor; the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York, supporting the official relief portal SupportJamaica.gov.jm; and the Irie Jam Radio Foundation. Together, these organizations are committed to providing housing, food assistance, education support, and infrastructure restoration for families affected by Hurricane Melissa.
The event is being produced by Jammins Events, Irie Jam Radio, and Roadblock Radio, in partnership with the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York, under the official banner of the I Love Jamaica Concert Series.
“This concert isn’t just about music — it’s about rebuilding hope,” said George Crooks, CEO of Jammins Events. “When Jamaica hurts, we all feel it. This is our way of standing together, stronger than ever.”
Tickets: On sale now at Ticketmaster.com
Pre-sale code: UBSARENA
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Venue: UBS Arena, Queens, New York
