Culture Rising will also bring to the forefront two other musicians representing different dimensions of reggae’s continuum. Dean Fraser, one of Jamaica’s most prolific and respected saxophonists, has contributed to thousands of recordings across several decades. His work can be heard on landmark Grammy-winning projects including Black Uhuru’s Anthem, Peter Tosh’s No Nuclear War, Lauryn Hill’s The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Sean Paul’s Dutty Rock and Damian Marley’s Welcome to Jamrock.
Nesbeth represents a younger generation of conscious Jamaican music and comes to the Culture Rising stage with the endorsement of Capleton, further reinforcing the event’s connection between established cultural figures and artistes carrying that tradition forward.
The staging also arrives during an active new recording chapter for Capleton. His latest album, Heights Of Fire, was released on June 26 through Evidence Music, marking his first full-length album in 16 years. The 16-track project features Damian Marley, Stephen Marley and Eesah and continues themes of spirituality, justice, resistance and righteousness that have remained central to Capleton’s music throughout his career.
“This is an experience you cannot afford to miss. Bring the family, bring your friends and bring the energy. Come ready for the message, the music, the vibration and the fire,” said Capleton. “When the Fireman touches that stage, it’s going to be a frenzy situation. I’m coming to ignite the place, raise the energy and leave you with an experience you’ll never forget. Fire caan cool! Heights of Fire!”
Culture Rising is the culminating summer staging of the ENCORE LIVE SERIES, developed as a premium reggae-inspired entertainment platform combining live Jamaican music, sound system culture, hospitality and destination entertainment. The series was conceived in part to create more consistent opportunities to experience leading Jamaican performers on Jamaica’s north coast.
The event will close Midas Entertainment’s summer finale weekend at Plantation Cove. On Saturday, August 29, Sophisticated: The Summer End Beach Party will feature Vanessa Bling, Trippple X, Bishop Escobar and Illusion Sound, before Culture Rising takes over the venue on Sunday with a live reggae and sound system experience.
ENCORE LIVE: Culture Rising takes place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Plantation Cove, St. Ann.
