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Dedicated to Dancehall’s New Gen: WAV Music Fest Lands at UBS Arena

Writer: Kaboom EditorsKaboom Editors

Blending current frontrunners like Chronic Law, Kraff, Skeng, and Valiant with dancehall greats Spice, Dexta Daps, and Kranium, WAV Music Fest is set to bring a new musical concept to New York


L-R: Dexta Daps, Spice, Valiant, among the performers


For the first time in dancehall history, 80% of performers at a major arena concert will be aged 18-29—marking a powerful new wave in the genre. The WAV Music Fest is set for March 28, 2025, at New York’s UBS Arena.


The lineup blends rising stars featuring Chronic Law, Kraff, Skeng, and Valiant dancehall greats and billboard chart-topping artists Spice, Dexta Daps, and Kranium, attendees can expect an electrifying night that bridges generations and pushes boundaries.


“New York epitomizes vibrancy, cultural diversity, and an unmatched pulse of energy—the city that stays alive round the clock. It is the perfect stage to launch this groundbreaking festival and introduce this innovative musical concept,” said the visionary minds behind the WAV Music Fest.



Dedicated to promoting fresh talent and the new generation, WAV Music Fest provides an exciting platform that highlights cultural appreciation and showcases the brightest young stars in dancehall.


Fans can look forward to an unforgettable experience, celebrating the genre’s evolution while witnessing the future of dancehall. With its unique approach, the festival ushers in a new era of sound and style - honoring the legends who paved the way.

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