Marcia Griffiths, a reggae icon and former member of the I-Threes—Bob Marley’s renowned backing vocalists—was celebrated for her 60-year contribution to music.
Shaggy, the Grammy-winning artist, paid tribute to Griffiths, who was nominated for a Grammy Award just three years ago for her albumOne World. The night concluded with a powerful performance honoring Griffiths, featuring Tosh Alexander, Aiesha, Alaine, and Nadine Sutherland.
Cedella Marley, daughter of reggae legend Bob Marley and a three-time Grammy Award winner with Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, was awarded the Legacy Award. In her acceptancespeech,
Marley expressed deep gratitude, dedicating the award to her mother, Rita Marley, whom she described as her “shero.” Marley acknowledged the influence of her family’s legacy on her work, stating:
“I’m trulyblessedto continue the legacy that myfamilybuilt.”
The evening also featured several competitive awards, with Dexta Daps, the most nominated artist, winning Performer of the Year (Dancehall) after delivering a captivating performance.
Other major winners included Buju Banton, who took homeAlbum of the Year (Reggae) for Born for Greatness, and Romeo Santos, who was named Artist of the Year (Latin Caribbean).
Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor received the Producer Award Honor for his contributions to the Caribbean music landscape. McGregor has produced for artists across multiple genres, including Sean Paul, Drake, and Vybz Kartel.
The Caribbean Music Awards, organized by the Caribbean Elite Group, recognizes outstanding achievements in Caribbean music.
This year’s awards spanned more than 40 categories, celebrating the diverse range of genres from reggae and dancehall to soca.
2024 Caribbean Music Awards: Complete Winners List
Video of the Year (Soca): Nailah Blackman & Skinny Fabulous, “Come Home”
Honorary Awards
Lifetime Achievement Award Honor: Marcia Griffiths
Elite Icon Award: Alison Hinds
Legacy Award: Cedella Marley
Artist of the Decade: Spice
Konpa Award Honor: Tabou Combo
Producer Award Honor: Di Genius
Chutney Award Honor: Ravi B
Gospel Award Honor: Sherwin Gardner
Calypso Award Honor: Mighty Sparrow
The 2024 Caribbean Music Awards highlighted the rich cultural contributions of Caribbean artists, showcasing the enduring influence of legends like Marcia Griffiths and Cedella Marley on the global music scene.
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