Dancehall DJ Assassin to Attend Oracabessa Festival Launch in Manhattan
Lyrically potent dancehall DJ Assassin, aka Agent Sasco is one of the headline acts confirmed to attend the New York launch of the inaugural Oracabessa Festival on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at LQ Nightclub in Manhattan.
The New York press corps is expected to turned out in droves along with major sponsors and celebrity guests. The event wll be hosted by Dj Roy, Dubb Master Chris, Felicia Loud, Jabba and other jocks on the Irie Jam Radio platform.
“We are excited to have Assassin join us in NY for this important event launch” Bobby Clarke, CEO of Irie Jam Radio said.
“The Oracabessa Festival is a brand new event and we want to kick off the festivities with a big bang.”
The fun filled family festival Clarke said will incorporate various facets of the Caribbean culture including music, spoken word, fashion, food and riveting live performances by Assassin, Tessanne Chin, Beenie Man and Konshens.
One of the top dancehall acts currently on the circuit, Assassin is known for hit songs like “Gully Sit’n,” “Girls Gone Wild” and “Idiot Ting Dat.” Last year he was featured on Kanye West’s single “I’m In It” from the album “Yeezus.” On stage, he has consistently delivered solid performances at the major festivals like Reggae Sumfest, Sting and Irie Jamboree.
The Oracabessa Festival kicks off at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2014.
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