Popular reggae artist to support UB40 in Southampton

Reggae Roast has been announced as a support act for UB40 in Southampton. Live Nation and Cuffe & Taylor revealed that Reggae Roast will perform in Guildhall Square on Friday, June 15, as part of TK Maxx presents Southampton Summer Sessions. Reggae Roast will feature UK reggae artist Mr Williamz, known for his collaborations with Chronixx, Damian Marley, Major Lazer, and Shy FX.

Mr Williamz's recent collaboration with Shy FX, the Rudeboy Design Soundtape, was named BBC 6 Music’s Album of the Year. His popularity continues to rise, with over 20 million Spotify streams in 2024 alone. The performance will be amplified by Reggae Roast’s 52KW sound system.



Tickets are currently available on www.smmrsessions.com and www.

ticketmaster.co.uk.

Other acts announced for the summer sessions include Rag'n'Bone Man and Elles Bailey on Friday, June 13, The Stranglers and Buzzcocks on Saturday, June 14, and UB40 featuring Ali Campbell on Sunday, June 15, alongside Reggae Roast and Bitty Maclean..