Review: A seamless blend of nostalgia, energy, and electrifying performances by Jada Kingdom, Armanii, and Mr. Vegas
Jada Kingdom on stage at Twisted Spiritz at Wavz beach.
The 4-day celebration of Dream Wknd delivered another seamless and unforgettable experience. Despite gloomy skies, the energy at Twisted Spiritz on Friday night was electric. The ‘Lingerie & Pajamas’ themed event at Wavz Beach featured Dancehall star Jada Kingdom, who took the stage around 3 a.m. after a heavy rain shower, thrilling the crowd with her latest hits, including ‘Top Tier,’ ‘What’s Up,’ and ‘GPP.’
Ron Burke, Dream Wknd Festival Director, was elated with the turnout for the night, stating, "For our 15th anniversary, our aim was to really put on a spectacular staging for our patrons."
Dominic Bell, Communications Manager at J. Wray & Nephew Ltd., noted that Campari has a strategic partnership with Dream Entertainment that is backed by both brands' alignment in the local party scene. “We are extremely happy to be a part of Dream Wknd’s 15th annual staging. We have shared an excellent relationship with the Dream team, and as the catalyst for memorable moments, we look forward to adding our special touch to each event. Campari is happy to be here as we celebrate this milestone in entertainment.”
Armanii Ignites the Ladies at Daydreams
The weekend continued on Saturday, August 3rd, with the all-white Daydreams, followed by YUSH in the night.
Saturday's Daydreams event created an utterly dreamlike atmosphere at Long Bay Beach. Partygoers dressed in their finest whites enjoyed the expansive beach, where they could even take a refreshing dip. DJ Dutty Dex kicked off the festivities, setting the tone with an energetic mix that had everyone singing and dancing. As the night progressed, Crazy Neil, Coppershot, Mac & Baba, and Marko Dean kept the energy high. An unexpected twist saw 'Fiesta' Boss Armanii make a surprise appearance, igniting the crowd with hits like ‘How You Feel,’ ‘Haad,’ and ‘Wild & Wikid.’ The crowd acted as his backup choir during a powerful sing-along moment.
Dream Wknd's throwback-themed bash, 'YUSH', delivered an unforgettable evening of nostalgia and excitement at Wavz Beach. Guests fully embraced the 80s and 90s vibe, donning vivid retro attire and dancing to timeless hits.
Dancehall Artiste, Mr. Vegas and Group Managing Director, Dream Entertainment Ltd, Scott Dunn
The highlight of the evening was dancehall legend Mr. Vegas, who took the stage around 3 a.m. His high-energy performance, complete with backup dancers, captivated the audience with renditions of his hit tracks and a surprise juggling act. “After 27 years in the industry, this is my first performance at Dream, and the crowd's reaction was amazing. I enjoyed every moment. It proves that genuine dancehall music is still alive and thriving," remarked Vegas.
Group Managing Director Scott Dunn was elated with the turnout at YUSH. He shared, “The throwback vibes that YUSH produces are something our patrons look forward to year after year. 90s-2000s dancehall is an era worth celebrating at every chance, and our dreamers absolutely enjoy basking in the nostalgia evoked by that era.”
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