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A benefit concert for Jamaica is set to take place with all the proceeds going towards Hurricane Melissa recovery. The concert is being organised by promoter Rob Hallett and UB40 singer Ali Campbell, who have pulled together renowned artists to raise money for the country.
On October 28th, Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica leaving 32 dead and destroyed infrastructure, leaving the majority of the island without water, electricity and other basic essentials. Andrew Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, said that the hurricane has caused damage that is equal to a third of the country’s GDP, with 12,000 homes flooded.
Huge names in the music industry are set to perform at the fundraiser concert, which is being held in London’s Koko on November 13th. The headliners include Ali Campbell, Boy George and British rapper Sneakbo. The show will be hosted by MC and artist Big Narstie and comedians Chris Savage and Kane Brown. There are more artists that are yet to be added to the line-up.
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The Honorable Olivia “Babsy” Grange OJ, CD, MP, Jamaica’s Minister Of Culture, said: “I am extremely moved by the outpouring of goodwill towards Jamaica in this moment of great need.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Jamaica, we are deeply appreciative of this very kind gesture by Rob Hallett and the many Artistes who have graciously agreed to come together to raise much needed Hurricane Relief funds. We ask the wider public in the UK, Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica, to support this noble effort,” he added.
The organiser Rob Hallet shares: “The response from the Artistic community has been overwhelming at such short notice. Please support Jamaica in its hour of need. Buy tickets, donate at the website, do whatever you can ‘Many a mickle makes a muckle’.”
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Tickets for the concert can be found here with a general admission costing £43.75. The concert is for 16 and over only.
People are urged to donate directly to the Hurricane Melissa Relief initiative coordinated by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (OPDEM).
More details about the concert is yet to come, including which further artists will be performing.
Autumn Nations Series: Scotland v New Zealand
Where: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh When: Saturday, 8 November Time: 15:10 GMT
Kyle Steyn starts in place of Duhan van der Merwe as Scotland aim for a first win against New Zealand at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Van der Merwe won his 50th cap in last weekend’s 85-0 demolition of the United States and the powerful British and Irish Lions winger has scored 34 international tries.
Steyn, born in South Africa like Van der Merwe, has 13 tries from his 25 caps.
Scotland are without Zander Fagerson, who had been tipped to feature despite not playing since April with a series of injuries.
D’Arcy Rae continues at tight-head in the continued absence of the experienced prop.
The record victory against the USA came outside the international window, with the squad made up entirely from Glasgow and Edinburgh players.
Established stars Finn Russell and Blair Kinghorn return to face the All Blacks, along with Ben White and Rory Hutchinson.
Captain Sione Tuipulotu is among the home-based players restored by head coach Gregor Townsend, with only Rae, Darcy Graham, Scott Cummings and Jack Dempsey retaining their places.
Gregor Brown is preferred to former skipper Jamie Ritchie in the number six shirt.
In the 32 meetings between the sides, the All Blacks have won 30 and drawn twice.
Ardie Savea captains New Zealand, who make three starting changes from their 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago.
Scotland: Kinghorn; Graham, Hutchinson, Tuipulotu (capt) Steyn; Russell, White; Schoeman, Ashman, Rae, Gilchrist, Cummings, Brown, M Fagerson, Dempsey.
Replacements: Turner, Sutherland, Millar-Mills, Sykes, Darge, Bayliss, Dobie, Jordan.
New Zealand: Jordan; Carter, Fainga’anuku, Tupaea, Clarke; B Barrett, Roigard; Groot, Taylor, Newell, Lord, Holland, Sititi, Savea (capt), Lakai.
Autumn Nations Series: Scotland v New Zealand
Where: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh When: Saturday, 8 November Time: 15:10 GMT
Kyle Steyn starts in place of Duhan van der Merwe as Scotland aim for a first win against New Zealand at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Van der Merwe won his 50th cap in last weekend’s 85-0 demolition of the United States and the powerful British and Irish Lions winger has scored 34 international tries.
Steyn, born in South Africa like Van der Merwe, has 13 tries from his 25 caps.
Scotland are without Zander Fagerson, who had been tipped to feature despite not playing since April with a series of injuries.
D’Arcy Rae continues at tight-head in the continued absence of the experienced prop.
The record victory against the USA came outside the international window, with the squad made up entirely from Glasgow and Edinburgh players.
Established stars Finn Russell and Blair Kinghorn return to face the All Blacks, along with Ben White and Rory Hutchinson.
Captain Sione Tuipulotu is among the home-based players restored by head coach Gregor Townsend, with only Rae, Darcy Graham, Scott Cummings and Jack Dempsey retaining their places.
Gregor Brown is preferred to former skipper Jamie Ritchie in the number six shirt.
In the 32 meetings between the sides, the All Blacks have won 30 and drawn twice.
Ardie Savea captains New Zealand, who make three starting changes from their 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago.
Scotland: Kinghorn; Graham, Hutchinson, Tuipulotu (capt) Steyn; Russell, White; Schoeman, Ashman, Rae, Gilchrist, Cummings, Brown, M Fagerson, Dempsey.
Replacements: Turner, Sutherland, Millar-Mills, Sykes, Darge, Bayliss, Dobie, Jordan.
New Zealand: Jordan; Carter, Fainga’anuku, Tupaea, Clarke; B Barrett, Roigard; Groot, Taylor, Newell, Lord, Holland, Sititi, Savea (capt), Lakai.
Autumn Nations Series: Scotland v New Zealand
Where: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh When: Saturday, 8 November Time: 15:10 GMT
Kyle Steyn starts in place of Duhan van der Merwe as Scotland aim for a first win against New Zealand at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Van der Merwe won his 50th cap in last weekend’s 85-0 demolition of the United States and the powerful British and Irish Lions winger has scored 34 international tries.
Steyn, born in South Africa like Van der Merwe, has 13 tries from his 25 caps.
Scotland are without Zander Fagerson, who had been tipped to feature despite not playing since April with a series of injuries.
D’Arcy Rae continues at tight-head in the continued absence of the experienced prop.
The record victory against the USA came outside the international window, with the squad made up entirely from Glasgow and Edinburgh players.
Established stars Finn Russell and Blair Kinghorn return to face the All Blacks, along with Ben White and Rory Hutchinson.
Captain Sione Tuipulotu is among the home-based players restored by head coach Gregor Townsend, with only Rae, Darcy Graham, Scott Cummings and Jack Dempsey retaining their places.
Gregor Brown is preferred to former skipper Jamie Ritchie in the number six shirt.
In the 32 meetings between the sides, the All Blacks have won 30 and drawn twice.
Ardie Savea captains New Zealand, who make three starting changes from their 26-13 win over Ireland in Chicago.
Scotland: Kinghorn; Graham, Hutchinson, Tuipulotu (capt) Steyn; Russell, White; Schoeman, Ashman, Rae, Gilchrist, Cummings, Brown, M Fagerson, Dempsey.
Replacements: Turner, Sutherland, Millar-Mills, Sykes, Darge, Bayliss, Dobie, Jordan.
New Zealand: Jordan; Carter, Fainga’anuku, Tupaea, Clarke; B Barrett, Roigard; Groot, Taylor, Newell, Lord, Holland, Sititi, Savea (capt), Lakai.