Caribbean National Weekly

Spice shines at Dream WKND NYC 2024

By Sheri-kae McLeod··2 min read
Spice shines at Dream WKND NYC 2024
Key Points(5)
  • Dream WKND NYC 2024, the annual Caribbean music festival, wrapped up its second staging in New York City, with rave reviews.
  • Held on June 29-30, this year's festival was a resounding success, drawing thousands of ‘Dreamers’ from across the tri-state area for two unforgettable nights of music, dance, and cultural celebration.
  • <h3>Night One hosted by Spice</h3> The festival at Club Musica on Saturday, June 29, kicked off with an explosive start despite the inclement weather.
  • Hosted by Jamaican dancehall queen Spice, the 'World Dance Best of the 90s' event captivated the audience with her dynamic performance and infectious energy.
  • Spice performed her hits like "So Mi Like It" and premiered her new track "Round & Round" featuring Busta Rhymes.

Dream WKND NYC 2024, the annual Caribbean music festival, wrapped up its second staging in New York City, with rave reviews.

Held on June 29-30, this year's festival was a resounding success, drawing thousands of ‘Dreamers’ from across the tri-state area for two unforgettable nights of music, dance, and cultural celebration.

Night One hosted by Spice


The festival at Club Musica on Saturday, June 29, kicked off with an explosive start despite the inclement weather. Hosted by Jamaican dancehall queen Spice, the 'World Dance Best of the 90s' event captivated the audience with her dynamic performance and infectious energy.

Spice performed her hits like "So Mi Like It" and premiered her new track "Round & Round" featuring Busta Rhymes. The evening was filled with entertainment, including Spice handing out cowboy hats to fans participating in the "Round n Round" challenge, and meet & greets. DJs Kevin Crown, Massive B, and Platinum Kids kept the energy high with a mix of dancehall, soca, hip-hop, alternative, and afrobeats hits.

Dream WKND NYC
Photo: FS Flicks

New and existing ‘Dreamers’ from across the diaspora in NYC, along with popular Caribbean TikTok dancers and personalities like the dancing couple Treesteppravers (@treesteppravers) and Mr. Salt & Pepper (@mrhansummalcorlm_dances), added to the electrifying atmosphere, leaving patrons wanting more.

Night Two: Daydreams All-White Event


The celebration continued on Sunday, June 30, at the Daydreams All-White Summer Soiree held at the beautiful outdoor venue, Industry City in Brooklyn. Despite the hard rainfall during the day, which caused some delays, the event was the climax of the weekend.

DJ Fade The Future from Hot97, who recently performed at Vogue World Paris, popular Caribbean DJ Noah Powa, and Massive B kept the dance floor bumping. The mix of Caribbean beats and the Brooklyn backdrop created a unique and memorable experience for all patrons.

Dream WKND NYC
Photo: FS Flicks

Beyond the music and festivities, Dream WKND NYC 2024 had a significant turnout from the city, providing a platform for cultural exchange. The event highlighted Caribbean heritage and community, reinforcing New York City's reputation as a global cultural hub.

Dream WKND’s 15th-anniversary celebration will take place in Negril, Jamaica, from August 2-6, 2024.

Read more: Jamaica unveils summer entertainment event line-up

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