By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

The St Kitts Tourism Authority has released the roster of musical artists who will be performing at the 22nd Annual St Kitts Music Festival.

The festival will take place from June 27 – July 1, 2018.

“We are extremely pleased to have such an exciting and diverse range of artists confirmed to perform in this year’s St Kitts Music Festival,” said Lindsay Grant, Minister of Tourism, International Trade, Industry and Commerce. “Each year, we strive to feature a variety of musical genres that appeal to both international and local audiences. This year continues that tradition, so we expect another dynamic event with a wealth of outstanding and memorable performances.”

Thursday, June 28 will feature Soca Fusion: Nu Vybes & Small Axe, Spice, Destra, KES The Band and Nailah Blackman.

Friday, June 29 will feature Sizzla, Kalonji, August Alsina, Wayne Wonder, Chacka Demus & Pliers, Dejout and Byron Messia.

Finally, Saturday will feature Fetty Wap, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Patti LaBelle and Rhythm of the Beat.

On the evening of Wednesday, June 27, the Music Festival will kick off with a welcome reception hosted at the Christophe Harbour Marina followed by an Escape Fete held at the Salt Plage beach lounge.

Following the three nights of performances, the event will close with the White Sands white party at Carambola Beach Club on Sunday, July 1.