Vybz Kartel to headline back-to-back shows at London’s O2 Arena
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- Known for his commanding stage presence and expansive catalogue of hits, the deejay is expected to deliver a career-spanning set for fans in the capital.</p> <p>Doors at the O2 Arena will open at 6:30 p.m., with support DJs taking the stage from 7:00 p.m.
- Kartel is scheduled to perform at 9:00 p.m., with the show expected to wrap by 10:30 p.m.
- to 11:00 p.m., in line with the venue’s weekday schedule.</p> <p>The London dates are part of a wider tour that has seen Kartel extend his reach to global audiences while celebrating the growth of dancehall on international stages.
Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel is set to make his long-awaited UK debut this week with two back-to-back shows at London’s O2 Arena on Thursday, September 4, and Friday, September 5, as part of his Worl’ Boss Tour.
The performances mark Kartel’s first time on a UK stage, following his highly praised set at Wireless Festival in July, where he celebrated two decades in music. Known for his commanding stage presence and expansive catalogue of hits, the deejay is expected to deliver a career-spanning set for fans in the capital.
Doors at the O2 Arena will open at 6:30 p.m., with support DJs taking the stage from 7:00 p.m. Kartel is scheduled to perform at 9:00 p.m., with the show expected to wrap by 10:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., in line with the venue’s weekday schedule.
The London dates are part of a wider tour that has seen Kartel extend his reach to global audiences while celebrating the growth of dancehall on international stages. He will also perform at Manchester’s Co-op Live on Tuesday, September 10.
Often referred to as “World Boss,” Kartel remains one of Jamaica’s most influential dancehall voices, with a catalogue that stretches from classics such as Clarks and Romping Shop to more recent hits.
The O2 concerts are expected to draw thousands of fans eager for a rare chance to see the artist live, with many viewing the shows as an opportunity to experience a dancehall legend at the height of his career.
