Windrush 76th Anniversary
The 76th Anniversary brought together members of the Windrush Generation, their descendants, and the wider community for a day of celebration, reflection, and cultural exchange, featuring music, food and other activities. The all-day event began with a Parade from Landseer Road Park to Murray Road Park and closed with an After Party at the Murrayside Community Centre.
Performing Artists
Join us for Windrush 76
The Pantasy Steel Band
The Pantasy Steel Band (or Steel Drum Band as they are sometimes called) are one of The UK’s finest Steel Bands. They play across the country at weddings, birthdays and other events. Their UK steel band music is a mix of traditional Caribbean Music which is very laid back and a more upbeat repertoire which is often more recognisable and includes steel pan arrangements of well known songs by artists such as Bob Marley and UB40.
Grand Fadda Hovis
Grand Fadda Hovis is Birmingham’s no.1 Revival DJ. Some would say Birmingham Revivals Champion picking up over 22 awards for playing music. Grand Fadda Hovis is Birmingham’s 3-time runner up DJ of the year with the music to suit all generations. He is also a compare bringing many artists on stage from near and abroad.
Olu Meduoye
Olu Meduoye is a singer, songwriter, musician and worship leader from East London, UK. He currently serves as the worship pastor in his local church and also within the Vineyard Worship movement within the UK. His heart is for the church to seek intimate worship with Jesus and live lives completely abandoned to the will of God. He and his wife, Leshia, lead worship regularly in their church (Highway Vineyard, Stratford), and are regularly guest worship leaders at churches and events in London and around the UK.
Cherise Phillips
Cherise Phillips is Singer/Songwriter from the UK based in Ipswich, Suffolk. Her music circles on Soul/R’n’B and her aim is to touch the hearts and souls of those that hear it.As well as singing herself Cherise also supports other music artists/creatives via ‘CBC Music Group’. This includes Music Industry Mentoring and Vocal Coaching, Directing & Arranging
Irie J
Irie J discovered his soul vocal side, listening to the great Luther Vandross recording of “My Sensitivity” Since then IrieJ has combined his love of Soul Reggae together whilst performing on the holiday camp circuit and as a session vocalist for blues band “King Biskit” all over United Kingdom over Europe.
Italo Skarcha
Italo Skarcha is a dynamic reggae artist whose songs illustrate a deep sense of social, spiritual and cultural awareness. Skarcha was born in the UK and grew up in the poverty-stricken area of Winson Green in Birmingham. Skarcha is of Jamaican/African heritage and uses the art of music as his expression of his deep connection of his roots. Throughout his journey he has released hit songs with I-Wayne and Grammy award winning Kabaka Pyramid which got heavy rotation in Jamaica and worldwide. His potent lyrical content and flows bring truth, rights and up fullness which he is always honoured to share the vibrations.
Jah Will AKA Captain Shampoozie
From 1988 until the present day Jah Willis is a true entertainer hosting award wining War report uplifment show and damsel show . Playing sound from Bonafide love , 5star generals And now soul supreme.
Gemini Don Surround Sound
Gemini Don Birmingham’s number 1 big people surround sound/entertainers. Gemini don is a family sound that started in the late 70's. Since then they have built a great reputation as the no1 big people sound/ entertainer.They cover almost every genre of music.
Danni Mayers
One of the UK’s most gifted vocalists, originally from Manchester, Danni has worked with reggae legends Sugar Minott and Tristan Palmer, UK soul legends Loose Ends, and urban dance act Backyard Dog. With nearly 20 years of performing experience, she has made a significant mark in the UK and Europe.