Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert to Stream Live on Amazon for Global Audiences
The Jamaica Strong benefit concert may be taking over New York’s UBS Arena on Friday, Dec. 12, but fans who weren’t able to secure tickets will still have a front-row experience from the comfort of home.
Billboard can exclusively reveal that Amazon Live will stream the Jamaica Strong benefit concert on Dec. 12 beginning at 9 p.m. ET, bringing performances from some of the Caribbean’s biggest stars directly to viewers worldwide. The livestream aims to raise critical funds and connect donations for Jamaicans in need following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, which struck the island in October.
Net proceeds from ticket sales and in-stadium donations will go directly to the Jamaica Official Hurricane Relief & Recovery Fund, supporting ongoing recovery efforts across the country.
A Powerful, Cross-Generational Lineup
Announced on Nov. 12, the Jamaica Strong concert boasts a blockbuster, cross-generational lineup that reflects the depth and global influence of Caribbean music. Artists scheduled to perform include:
Shaggy, Sean Paul, Kes, Chronic Law, T.O.K, Tessanne Chin, Aidonia, Inner Circle, Ky-Mani Marley, Teejay, Richie Stephens, Gramps Morgan, Mikey Spice, Marcia Griffiths, I-Octane, DeMarco, Kevin Downswell, and Maxi Priest.
Together, the artists represent multiple eras and styles, uniting reggae, dancehall, and Caribbean pop in a shared mission of relief and resilience.
How to Donate While Watching
Supported by Danny and Paula Wegman, American Friends of Jamaica, and WATA by Wisynco, the Amazon Live broadcast will make donating easy for viewers. Donation resources will appear via the shoppable carousel on Amazon.com, or fans can type “Shop the Show” on mobile devices while watching on Prime Video or Fire TV Channels.
Responding to an Unprecedented Storm
On Oct. 28—nearly 40 years after Hurricane Gilbert—Hurricane Melissa became the strongest storm to strike Jamaica in the island’s history. According to the Associated Press, the hurricane claimed the lives of at least 45 people in Jamaica alone, leaving widespread devastation in its wake.
The scale of the disaster galvanized Jamaica’s most influential artists, many of whom immediately mobilized to support relief efforts and bring global attention to the urgent needs of their homeland.
More Benefit Concerts Ahead
Friday’s Jamaica Strong concert will be followed by a second, separate benefit event: the ‘Nice Up Jamaica’ Hurricane Relief Concert, led by Yellowman and Johnny Osbourne, scheduled for Dec. 16.
Together, these events underscore the power of music, culture, and community in times of crisis—transforming the global stage into a platform for hope, healing, and action for Jamaica.
You can witness this historic event live from UBS Arena and donate directly on YouTube at 6PM PT / 9PM ET tomorrow right here.
Jamaica is a land defined by its extraordinary strength and spirit. Tomorrow night, Friday, December 12th, the global heartbeat of Reggae and Dancehall will unite for an unforgettable night of music, culture, and compassion with “Jamaica Strong” live from UBS Arena. The benefit concert is a global movement dedicated to raising vital funds for Jamaica following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa.
A Lineup of Legends for a Cause That Matters
From the iconic rhythms of Reggae royalty to the electric energy of modern Dancehall, the concert will bring together a once-in-a-lifetime ensemble of Jamaican and Caribbean superstars who have answered the call to support their homeland, including: Shaggy, Sean Paul, Ky-Mani Marley, Inner Circle, Tessanne Chin, Aidonia, Chronic Law, Gramps Morgan, Marcia Griffiths, KES...and many more legendary names!
Every artist and public figure on this stage is performing with one goal: to help the people of Jamaica rise stronger than ever.
How You Can Help: Donate Directly on YouTube
The power of this digital age means you don’t need a ticket to make a difference. As you watch the live stream of the Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert, you will be able to make a donation directly on the watchpage by clicking the “Donate” button.
- 100% of the funds raised through YouTube’s donation tools will go directly to hurricane relief via Shaggy’s “Make a Difference Foundation”
- Your donation will provide crucial aid for families, students, and communities across the hardest-hit parishes, helping with essential needs like shelter, food, and clean water.
Watching is supporting. Donating is rebuilding. Tune in tomorrow night to witness history, celebrate culture, and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the people of Jamaica. Let us show the world what it truly means to be Jamaica Strong.
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The Jamaica Strong Benefit Concert is presented by Jammins Ent, Irie Jam Media and Roadblock Radio in association with Solid Agency.
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