Post by kaya on Mar 30, 2007 13:19:59 GMT -5
Night of reggae
Grammy Award-winning artist Ziggy Marley ignited the reggae flame at Beijing's Star Live House on Monday night. Reggae's favorite son began his performance with the classic, Shalom Salaam.
Ziggy presented pieces from his new 2007 Grammy-winning album Love Is My Religion in addition to songs from his previous solo album Dragonfly, hits from his family band The Melody Makers, and of course classics by his legendary father, Bob Marley.
Dressed in a white shirt and jeans, he commanded the stage like a gospel preacher with his deep voice. He was backed by an adequate band that included the horn and vocal support. Despite being used to larger venues around the world, Ziggy showed his reggae power even in the more limited space of the Beijing venue. Reggae fans had the opportunity to get up close and personal with the international star.
Hundreds of fans, mostly expats in Beijing, packed the hall and swayed to Ziggy's rhythm. Ziggy will wrap up his first China tour at the Shanghai Yun Feng Theater tonight.