Why Lionel Richie Is Coming to Paradise Island in The Bahamas 

By: - May 21st, 2023
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Lionel Richie is headlining the event in November.

Atlantis Paradise Island has been cementing itself as a new kind of music hub in the Caribbean in the last few years, centered around its “Music Making Waves” series. Now, the Bahamian resort is stepping things up again with a new “musical weekend” with legendary singer Lionel Richie. 

This November, Richie will headline a new event called “Dancing on the Sand,” joined by stars like Sheryl Crow, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Megan Moroney, Vanessa Carlton and Jake Wesley Rogers. 

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The beach at The Reef, Atlantis.

The event, which runs Nov. 30 to Dec. 3, is not just a concert: it will include pool parties, meet-and-greets and hosted conversations. 

That includes one with Richie himself, who will share favorite stories from his career. 

The weekend will also include parties like a Sunset Soiree, a Hollywood Affair and a “Rewind Revue.” 

Dancing on the Sand is presented by Vibee

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