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**King Hopeton - A Reggae Maestro with a Global Resonance**
Born in the picturesque parish of St Ann, Jamaica, King Hopeton is a Grammy-nominated artist and producer, celebrated for his profound contributions to reggae music. His journey began at the tender age of four, playing instruments at various events, honing a musical prowess that would later define his career.
King Hopeton's versatility as a reggae singer, musician, and producer transcends genres, incorporating elements of Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Ska, Gospel, Alternative, and Classical music into his distinctive sound. Inspired by reggae icons such as Black Uhuru, Wailing Souls, Mighty Diamonds, Itals, The Melodians, and Justin Hinds, King Hopeton aspires to create a legacy synonymous with these greats.
His career took a monumental turn with the Grammy-nominated production of "Black Uhuru - As The World Turns" in 2019, showcasing his exceptional talent and influence on the global reggae scene. King Hopeton's solo journey began in 1997, marked by a string of successful singles, including "King of Kings," "Hard Times," and "Can You See the Light," garnering international acclaim and significant airplay.
Recognized by Billboard Magazine in 2009 for producing the majority of tracks on Little Hero's Billboard Reggae chart-topping album "Revelation," King Hopeton's impact extends beyond his solo career. He has collaborated with reggae luminaries like Duckie Simpson, Justin Hinds, Everton Blender, Movado, Prezident Brown, and Half Pint, showcasing his versatility as both a musician and producer.
In addition to his musical prowess, King Hopeton is a dedicated philanthropist, supporting causes like the Make a Wish Foundation and advocating for Ultimate World Peace. With over 20 albums to his name, his latest release, "Beautiful Morning," exemplifies his evolution as an artist, featuring tracks that span acoustic soul to heavy basslines, delivering a message of peace and hope to audiences worldwide. King Hopeton continues to enchant listeners with his soul-stirring music, making an indelible mark on the reggae landscape.
**King Hopeton - A Reggae Maestro with a Global Resonance**
Billboard producer and musician 2008 (Little Hero - Revalation )and Grammy Nominated producer and musician 2019, 61st Annual Grammy Awards.[ King Hopeton was born in St Ann, a parish in the beautiful island of Jamaica, he aspires to create a legacy and body of work which will be synonymous with the works of reggae icons, including Black Uhuru, Wailing Souls, Mighty Diamonds , Itals, The Melodians and Justin Hinds. The wealth of knowledge that he has grasped from the industry, was honed while playing instruments at weddings, funerals, concerts, festivals and numerous functions since he was 4 years old.
TOUR DATES 2023
February 29
DaPlaygroud , 300 Maalaea Rd. Wailuku HI
March 01
Uncle Robert's , 12-5038 Kalapana Kapoho Beach Rd, Pāhoa,
March 02
Blue Note, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI
March 03
Blue Note, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI
March 08
Roots Bamboo Beach Resort, Negril, Jamaica
March 10
The Thristy Axe , 209 S School St, Ukiah, CA
March 13
Nectar Lounge , 412 N. 36th St. Seattle, WA
March 15
Blue Note Napa , 1030 Main St, Napa, CA
March 16
Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, CA