Reggae Roots Rotterdam 2026
Rotterdam welcomes a brand-new festival: Reggae Roots Rotterdam.
On Saturday, July 4, the city comes alive in Zuiderpark. After years of struggle for reggae festivals in Rotterdam, a group of die-hard reggae lovers and proud Rotterdammers joined forces with one clear mission: bring reggae back to the city. And they made it happen. Reggae Roots Rotterdam 2026 is born.
Featuring the biggest line-up ever for a one-day reggae festival in Europe.
Live on stage:
Burning Spear, Koffee, Barrington Levy, King Yellowman, Rocky Dawuni, Julian Marley & Uprising, Kabaka Pyramid, Meta & Cornerstone, Sizzla Kalonji, Postmen,
and many more major names from the international reggae scene.
Expect multiple sound systems, a powerful positive vibe, and plenty of great food.
Reggae Roots Rotterdam is more than a festival.
This is history in the making.
👉 Greatest line-up. One day. One city. One love.
Artist Bios
Burning Spear
Burning Spear is one of the most influential and respected figures in reggae history. Rising from Jamaica in the late 1960s, he became a global voice for roots reggae and Rastafarian culture. His music is deeply spiritual, socially conscious, and timeless. With multiple Grammy Awards, his legacy spans decades. Burning Spear represents the very foundation of reggae music.
Koffee
Koffee is one of the most exciting reggae artists of her generation. She broke onto the global scene with her hit “Toast” and quickly became an international star. In 2020, she made history as the youngest artist to win a Grammy for Best Reggae Album. Her sound blends modern reggae with dancehall and global influences. Koffee represents the future of reggae.
Barrington Levy
Barrington Levy is a dancehall and reggae legend known for his unmistakable voice. He rose to fame as a teenager in Jamaica and dominated the 1980s reggae scene. His influence can be heard across reggae, hip-hop, and dancehall worldwide. With countless classic hits, his catalogue is legendary. Barrington Levy remains a powerful live performer to this day.
King Yellowman
King Yellowman is one of the pioneers of dancehall music. As Jamaica’s first major albino artist, he broke barriers and redefined the genre. His energetic stage presence and unique vocal style made him an icon. Yellowman’s influence extends far beyond reggae into global pop culture. He remains a true dancehall king.
Rocky Dawuni
Rocky Dawuni is an award-winning reggae artist from Ghana. His music blends reggae with African rhythms and global sounds. Known for his positive messages, he is also a UN Goodwill Ambassador. Rocky’s work promotes peace, unity, and social awareness. He represents reggae as a truly global movement.
Julian Marley & Uprising
Julian Marley is the son of reggae icon Bob Marley and a powerful artist in his own right. His music stays true to roots reggae while bringing a modern edge. With his band Uprising, he delivers deep, spiritual, and conscious performances. Julian has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards. Together, they carry forward the Marley legacy with authenticity.
Kabaka Pyramid
Kabaka Pyramid is one of the leaders of the modern roots revival. His sharp lyrics and conscious messages have earned him international respect. He won a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2023. Kabaka blends classic roots with hip-hop and contemporary influences. His live shows are intense, powerful, and inspiring.
Meta & Cornerstone
Meta Dia is a Senegalese-born reggae artist with a strong global following. Together with his band Cornerstone, he delivers high-energy, message-driven reggae. His music combines African roots with classic Jamaican sounds. Meta has toured extensively across Europe, Africa, and the US. He stands for unity, justice, and cultural connection.
Sizzla Kalonji
Sizzla Kalonji is one of the most prolific artists in reggae history. With hundreds of songs and albums, his impact on the genre is massive. His music is raw, spiritual, and deeply rooted in Rastafarian beliefs. Sizzla is known for his intense and passionate performances. He remains a major force in global reggae.
Postmen
Postmen are pioneers of reggae and hip-hop fusion from the Netherlands. They gained international recognition in the late 1990s with their unique sound. Their music blends reggae, dub, soul, and hip-hop seamlessly. Postmen helped put Dutch reggae on the world map. They remain influential and relevant to this day.
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