Back 2 Da Future Music Ltd., a prominent UK-based music publishing and performing rights company, has announced the inaugural Grammy Honour Awards, a significant event aimed at recognizing and celebrating contributors to Reggae and Dancehall music who have yet to receive their Grammy certificates. Set to unfold on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the luxurious Audi Showroom, ATL Automotive Jamaica in Kingston; this event promises to bring together over 200 industry professionals, including artists, producers, and musicians, for an evening of recognition and celebration.
The Grammy Honour Awards will highlight the achievements of key figures in the Reggae and Dancehall genres, such as Adrian Locke, Aidonia, Govana, Chi Ching Ching, and Chevelle Franklyn, among several other notables who have played pivotal roles in Grammy-nominated and winning projects. The event will ensure that these contributors, whose efforts have previously gone unrecognized, are finally acknowledged with their deserved Grammy certificates. This gesture underscores the importance of every individual who has contributed to the global success of Reggae and Dancehall music, honouring their dedication and talent.
Sponsored by ATL Audi, the Grammy Honour Awards will be an evening of elegance and profound cultural celebration, featuring live coverage by On Stage TV and delectable offerings from Mothers Jamaica Limited. This event not only honours the past but also aligns participating brands with the vibrant culture of Reggae and Dancehall, creating lasting moments that celebrate the legacy and future of Jamaica’s most beloved genres. Back 2 Da Future Music Ltd., with its commitment to promoting and preserving this cultural heritage, continues to play a vital role in the global recognition of Reggae and Dancehall music.
The full list of awardees for the night include:
- Adrian Locke: Recognized for his vocal contributions to the Grammy-nominated album “Simma.”
- Aidonia: Celebrated for his role as a performer on the Grammy-winning album “44/876.”
- Ansel Collins: Honoured for his exceptional keyboard performances on multiple Grammy-nominated and winning albums, including “Breakout” and “Club Paradise.”
- Bertram Ranchie Mclean: Acknowledged for his instrumental contributions to several Grammy-winning tracks.
- Chester Walker: Celebrated for his work on Wailing Souls’ album Equality.
- Chevelle Franklyn: Honoured for her vocal contributions to Shabba Ranks’ Xtra Naked.
- Chi Ching Ching: Recognized for his vocal contribution to Sean Paul’s Grammy-winning album Imperial Blaze.
- Clive Hunt: Acknowledged for his production work on multiple Grammy-nominated projects.
- Coral Gordon: Celebrated for her vocal contribution to Eric Clapton’s Grammy-winning album My Father’s Eyes.
- Dean Fraser: Honoured for his saxophone performances that have graced numerous Grammy-winning albums.
- Delly Ranx: Recognized for his contributions to Sean Paul’s Live & Livin’.
- Donovan Germain: Celebrated for his contribution to various Grammy-nominated projects.
- Flourgon: Honoured for his vocal performances on Beres Hammond’s Music Is Life
- Glenroy Browne: Acknowledged for his work on multiple Grammy-nominated projects.
- Govana: Recognized for his role on Sean Paul’s grammy nominated album Live & Living.
- John John: Honoured for his contributions as a producer on Protoje’s grammy nominated album A Matter of Time.
- King Jammy: Celebrated for his pioneering work on multiple Grammy-nominated and Grammy-winning projects.
- Lloyd Gitsy Willis: Acknowledged for his instrumental work on multiple Grammy-nominated and Grammy-winning projects.
- Macka Diamond: Honoured for her contributions to Sly & Robbie’s Grammy-nominated album Amazing.
- Neville Hinds: Recognized for his outstanding contributions to Sly and Robbie’s Grammy-winning album Friends.
- Patrick ‘Black Pearl’ Howell: Celebrated for his role in shaping multiple Grammy-nominated projects.
- Ras Ajai: Acknowledged for his contribution to Sean Paul’s grammy nominated album Live & Livin.
- Salim Browne: Recognized for his contributions to Jesse Royal’s grammy nominated album Royal.
