News: Ringing endorsements for the return of Reggae Sunsplash

Members of the entertainment community have greeted the announcement of the return of Jamaica's first major yearly music festival Reggae Sunsplash with ringing endorsements.

President of the Jamaica Federation of Musicians (JFM), Desmond Young said he was happy to hear that Sunsplash was returning as it will provide an added dimension to the local entertainment product and by extension more work for the artistes.

"Sunsplash was the original festival of that type, and it's a pity that it took so long to come forward," said Young who as a vocalist with the 809 Band was a staple on Sunsplash for a number of years. "It", (Sunsplash), Young continued, "will add another dimension to the entertainment scene and as a result of which, provide more jobs for the artistes and we welcome that."

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