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Sean Paul Raises The Temperature With Greatest Tour 2024

Tickets Available Starting Wednesday, February 7 with Artist Presale

General onsale begins friday, february 9 at 10 am local at livenation.com.

Today, one of dancehall and reggae’s most prolific artists of all time Sean Paul announced his highly anticipated Greatest Tour 2024 . Produced by Live Nation, the 22-date tour kicks off on May 2 in Orlando at House of Blues, with stops across the U.S. in Miami, Brooklyn, Chicago, Austin, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping up on Sunday, June 16 in Charlotte at The Fillmore. The Greatest Tour announcement follows Sean recently wrapping up several tour dates across New Zealand and Australia to kick off 2024.

Across seven studio albums and counting, Sean Paul has taken the dancehall genre global, from its origin in clubs and street dances in Kingston, Jamaica to the top of the charts, packing some of the biggest venues in more than 120 countries. Only Sean has the distinction of being the first Jamaican to play shows in Uzbekistan and Burkino.

Last week, Sean released the music video for his latest track, Greatest (Dutty Money Riddim). Watch here .

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Wednesday, February 7 at 10 AM local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, February 9 at 10 AM local time at livenation.com .

VIP: The tour will also offer a VIP package for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. The package includes general admission tickets with priority access to the floor, an exclusive merchandise item, autographed poster & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com .

GREATEST TOUR DATES 2024:

Thu May 02 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues Orlando

Fri May 03 — Miami, FL — The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater

Sun May 05 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy

Tue May 07 — Boston, MA — Leader Bank Pavilion

Thu May 09 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount

Fri May 10 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore Philadelphia

Sun May 12 — Washington, DC — Echostage

Tue May 14 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore Detroit

Wed May 15 — Chicago, IL — Radius Chicago

Fri May 17 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore New Orleans

Sat May 18 — Dallas, TX — South Side Ballroom

Sun May 19 — Austin, TX — Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater

Mon May 20 — Houston, TX — 713 Music Hall

Thu May 23 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium

Sat May 25 — Las Vegas, NV — House of Blues Las Vegas

Sun May 26 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren

Thu May 30 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues Anaheim

Fri May 31 — San Francisco, CA — The Masonic

Sat Jun 01 — San Diego, CA — SOMA San Diego

Sun Jun 02 — Los Angeles, CA — Hollywood Palladium

Fri Jun 14 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz

Sun Jun 16 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore Charlotte

About Sean Paul:

Sean Paul, the multi-award winning Jamaican born, international dancehall/reggae icon, is renowned for his infectious beats and electrifying performances that captivate audiences worldwide. With a string of chart-topping hits, Sean Paul has collaborated with esteemed artists including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Karol G, Manuel Turizo, Damian “Jr Gong” Marley, and Sia, showcasing his versatility and musical prowess. Continuously breaking barriers, Sean Paul’s unique blend of reggae and dancehall continues to dominate global charts and streaming platforms, solidifying his status as a music industry powerhouse. Recently recognized with nominations for the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Lo Nuestro Award, Sean Paul remains at the forefront of contemporary music, inspiring generations with his unparalleled talent and infectious energy.

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Sean Paul Announces ‘Greatest Tour 2024’ Across the U.S.

Sean Paul, one of dancehall and reggae’s most influential artists, has unveiled his highly anticipated Greatest Tour 2024. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will span 22 dates across the United States, kicking off on May 2 in Orlando at the House of Blues and concluding on June 16 in Charlotte at The Fillmore.

With a career spanning seven studio albums, Sean Paul has propelled the dancehall genre to international stardom, from its roots in Kingston, Jamaica, to topping charts worldwide. Notably, he is the first Jamaican artist to perform in countries such as Uzbekistan and Burkina Faso.

The tour announcement follows Sean Paul’s recent successful tour dates across New Zealand and Australia at the beginning of 2024. Additionally, he released the music video for his latest track, “Greatest (Dutty Money Riddim),” last week.

Tickets for the Greatest Tour 2024 will be available starting with an artist presale on Feb. 7, with additional presales throughout the week. The general on-sale begins on Feb. 9 at 10 AM local time on livenation.com.

VIP packages will be offered for fans seeking an elevated concert experience, including general admission tickets with priority access to the floor, exclusive merchandise items, autographed posters, and more. Additional information can be found at vipnation.com.

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Jamaican Dancehall Legend Sean Paul Announces Greatest Tour 2024: How To Buy Tickets And Upcoming Dates

by Branson Knowles February 15, 2024, 5:59 pm

One of the most exciting reggae rappers and singers of all time, Sean Paul, has just announced his brand new Greatest Tour 2024 . The “Temperature” star will be starting his latest tour in Orlando at the House of Blues in early May before wrapping up in Charlotte at the Fillmore Auditorium in June.

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Sean Paul is one of the most decorated artists of his genre. His second album, Dutty Rock, won him a Grammy as well as a host of other awards, including American Music Awards, Soul Train Music Awards, and many more. 

If you want to see Sean Paul live on his latest tour, tickets are available now through StubHub where orders are 100% guaranteed through StubHub’s FanProtect program. StubHub is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. 

Sean Paul has more hits than we can count and fans can expect to hear the dancehall legend dip into his catalog of chart-toppers for his latest tour. Fans can look forward to hearing some of their favorite reggae tracks, including “No Lie”, “She Doesn’t Mind”, and of course “Give It Up To Me”.

The “UNAVAILABLE” performer is coming off the back of a weekend of heart-pounding performances in Australia at the Jammin Reggae Festival. The fest sold out and fans have reported electrifying shows across both nights, giving fans in the U.S. something to look forward to this summer. 

If you want to see one of the most popular Jamaican artists of the last 20 years, we suggest buying tickets soon. Sean Paul is used to selling out and the Greatest Tour 2024 is set to do the same. Get your official tickets directly through StubHub or by clicking here . 

Sean Paul The Greatest Tour 2024 Dates

05/02 — Orlando, Florida — House of Blues Orlando

05/03 — Miami, Florida — The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater

05/05 — Atlanta, Georgia — Coca-Cola Roxy

05/07 — Boston, Massachusetts — Leader Bank Pavilion

05/09 — Brooklyn, New York — Brooklyn Paramount

05/10 — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — The Fillmore Philadelphia

05/12 — Washington, D.C. — Echostage

05/14 — Detroit, Michigan — The Fillmore Detroit

05/15 — Chicago, Illinois — Radius Chicago

05/17 — New Orleans, Louisiana — The Fillmore New Orleans

05/18 — Dallas, Texas — South Side Ballroom

05/19 — Austin, Texas — Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater

05/20 — Houston, Texas — 713 Music Hall

05/23 — Denver, Colorado — Fillmore Auditorium

05/25 — Las Vegas, Nevada — House of Blues Las Vegas

05/26 — Phoenix, Arizona — The Van Buren

05/30 — Anaheim, California — House of Blues Anaheim

05/31 — San Francisco, California — The Masonic

06/01 — San Diego, California — SOMA San Diego

06/02 — Los Angeles, California — Hollywood Palladium

06/14 — Raleigh, North Carolina — The Ritz

06/16 — Charlotte, North Carolina — The Fillmore Charlotte

When do tickets for Sean Paul’s The Greatest 2024 Tour go on sale?

Tickets for all of Sean Paul’s shows are on sale now.

Where can I purchase official tickets to the Sean Paul The Greatest 2024 Tour?

You can buy official tickets to see Sean Paul’s The Greatest 2024 tour directly through StubHub .

Are there any presale codes or early access opportunities for the Sean Paul 2024 Tour?

No, there aren’t any presale codes or early access opportunities for the Sean Paul The Greatest 2024 tour as all tickets are already on sale.

How much do Sean Paul tickets cost? Are there different pricing tiers?

Tickets come in different pricing tiers depending on how close you sit to the stage, what concert venue you choose to attend, and what comes with the price of a ticket. Check StubHub for specifics on pricing no matter where you choose to attend.

Is there a limit to how many tickets I can buy?

Yes, StubHub currently has a limit of 20 tickets per transaction. If you want to buy more tickets than that, you may be able to do so in a separate transaction. 

What’s the difference between VIP tickets and regular tickets?

VIP tickets usually come with a wide range of added benefits, sometimes including an exclusive entrance into the stadium/arena, a line-free merchandise shopping experience, free food or drinks, and front-row seating. 

Regular tickets usually just cover the cost of admission and guarantee your seat.

Are there any meet-and-greet or backstage pass opportunities for the Sean Paul The Greatest 2024 tour?

It doesn’t look like Sean Paul is offering backstage passes or meet-and-greet opportunities for his latest tour. Check back later for more information.

What are the Sean Paul The Greatest 2024 tour dates and locations?

While we’ve listed all of Sean Paul’s latest shows for his 2024 tour run, he may add another leg to his tour later in the year. Check back later if you don’t currently see a tour date near you.

Is there an age restriction for the Sean Paul The Greatest 2024 Tour?

Age restrictions or requirements may vary depending on the venue for the latest Sean Paul tour but check with your local concert venue through StubHub for confirmation. 

Can I get a refund or exchange my ticket if I can’t attend?

Ticket refunds and exchanges are subject to the venue’s policy. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Can I bring a camera or recording device to Sean Paul’s concert dates?

You can bring personal recording equipment like the camera on your phone but you won’t be allowed to bring professional camera equipment or a camera bag.

Will merchandise be available for purchase at the concert?

Yes, Sean Paul merchandise should be available for purchase at the concert venue. 

Are there opening acts or special guests for Sean Paul’s The Greatest 2024 Tour?

Sean Paul hasn’t yet announced who will be joining him for his 2024 tour. He’s been known to bring stellar acts with him on the road in the past and this tour shouldn’t be any different.

What happens if the concert is postponed or canceled?

If the concert is postponed, your tickets will be valid for the new date. If the concert is canceled, you will be eligible for a refund. Please note that this information is subject to change.

How can I avoid scams or counterfeit tickets?

You can avoid scams and counterfeit tickets by purchasing official tickets through StubHub, or by clicking here . 

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Sean Paul (born 9 Jan 1973) aka Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henrique is an R&B rapper and producer from Kingston, Jamaica who helped popularise Dancehall as it entered the mainstream market.

Eagerly asked to check out a new local talent reminiscent of dancehall pioneer Super Cat, producer Jeremy Harding went down to an open mic event in Kingston, Jamaica and unbeknownst to him he would discover the future global star, Sean Paul. Connecting with Paul and offering his advice, Harding began collaborating with him on tracks such as "Baby Girl", it was just the beginning of their strong and long standing relationship as Harding took him under his wing as his manager.

Soon a buzz erupted locally as people began to talk of the future superstar. In 2000 Paul released his debut album "Stage One" through VP Records. The album would be the start of his international career as his music was well received by neighbours in the U.S.

His monumental second release "Dutty Rock" released in 2002 through Atlantic Records would be the catalyst that turned a local star into a global superstar. The album featured the hit tracks "Gimme the Light" and "Get Busy" which navigated thorough freshly fused native Jamaican dancehall with contemporary R&B.

Keeping himself busy, in 2003 featured on several tracks with big artists such as Busta Rhymes, Blu Cantrell, Beenie Man and mostly famously appeared on superstar Beyonce’s number one single “Baby Boy” which further catapulted Paul into the spotlight. His electric and energetic performances provide the perfect party atmosphere enthusing audiences across the world to dance.

In 2005 Paul released his third album eloquently titled “Trinity” which featured “We Be Burnin’”, “Give It Up To Me” (featured in the film Step Up 2) and the smash hit “Temperature” released in 2006 which became a club classic. Later that year Paul was awarded with an American Music Award for “(When You Gonna) When It Up To Me”.

Sean Paul has proved himself to be the master of crossover as throughout his career he has continued to collaborate with artists from a range of different genres including: Joss Stone, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, The Saturdays, Major Lazer and Simple Plan.

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“Ladies, can I hear you? Now if you came here to party, let me see you put your hands up like this,” familiarly shouted Sean Paul, beaming, energised as ever. With arms raised to sky, the crowd filled the huge Eventim Apollo with an electric roar. Needless to say, everyone was certainly there to party.

From the moment Sean Paul’s riddims begin, whether you’re watching him own the stage from festivals, at arena tours or in intimate venues, playing "Dutty Rock" to get your house party started, or hearing his beats begin on a club night out, dancing takes serious control of the situation.

That could be because everyone’s trying to mirror the all-shaking dancing girls on stage. But it’s most probably because we all associate his sound with vigorous, dancehall dances – those that have influenced and practically choreographed the moves we love in hip hop videos today.

Sean Paul’s massive backlog of hits can keep a party going all night, with show-stoppers from the days of "Gimme the Light" to his later hits like "Got 2 Luv U." My all-time favourite song to hear Sean Paul perform live just has to be "Get Busy," because “Jodi and Rebecca” and indeed everyone else, can’t help but “shake that thing”!

A space to showcase your favourite music video moves, Sean Paul live is a party not to be missed.

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Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques best known by the shorter and snappier Sean Paul is a globally recognised name who has been pushing Jamaican dancehall into the mainstream music stream since his career began at the beginning of the 2000s. The rapper has had the opportunity to collaborate with huge names on the circuit including Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz and Kelly Rowland so the set tonight is not made up exclusively of his solo releases.

The collaborations go down well with the responsive crowds as the afro-beat vibes just sound so good you cannot resist moving to the freestyle atmosphere. Sean himself is an incredibly suave frontman, wooing the female crowd members and evoking high pitched cheers before he begins the smooth, sultry jams 'Got 2 Luv U'. The energy continues and Paul never allows the pace to drop all evening as he ploughs through hit after hit in a 'best of' manner despite his career having only stretched just over a decade. 'She Doesn't Mind' and 'Temperature' make for a perfect finale and Paul proves that dancehall is still relevant in the hip hop/pop market.

Wicked concert last night, Washly Fire was the opening act for Sean Paul. Although I feel it was short it was overall a good show. Sean Paul performed his latest songs, I was impressed by the coward, large coward and everyone seem to have a good time. All in all, it was worth.

Sean Paul was awesome. Really enjoyed the show. He Sang all the music very well. It sounded just like the recording and he engaged with his audience very well. His dancers were off the chains. Well worth going. You would not be disappointed at all. 10 out of 10!

Amazing artist! The cocert was really good and he sang all of his hits!

He really sang and danced from his heart and it was amazing! I really engoyed and it was the best day of my life!!!

Hope to see him next year again! ❤️

Fucking Best Concert ever, Sean Poul rock, if you want to experience a party, then its Sean Poul u gotta see!!!!! Everything was good from Music to the dancers, Sean Poul sure know How to entertain

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20 Questions With Sean Paul: Dancehall Legend Discusses Greatest Tour, Clashing & Crossover Collaborations

To mark his biggest U.S. headlining tour, Sean Paul answered Billboard's 20 questions about his latest trek, the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef and his earliest musical memories.

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Back in 2002, Sean Paul ’s “Gimme the Light” reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 , kicking off one of the most prolific crossover careers in dancehall history. Two decades later, Ice Spice , one of the hottest names in contemporary hip-hop, announced her own “Gimme the Light”-sampling single during her 2024 Coachella performance — just one example of how seminal Sean Paul’s contributions to the fabric of American pop culture have become.

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“I feel that the people are ready for me again,” Paul recently told the Associated Press . And he’s correct: His last two studio albums – 2021’s Live n Livin (No. 9) and 2022’s Grammy-nominated Scorcha (No. 6) — both reached the top 10 on Top Reggae Albums, becoming his seventh and eighth consecutive titles to hit that region. 

With timeless classics like “Get Busy,” “Temperature,” “We Be Burnin” and the Beyoncé -assisted “Baby Boy” to his name, Sean Paul is armed with an arsenal of smash hits that few can rival – and he intends to re-explore his sprawling catalog on his new tour. Far from a mere nostalgia grab, the Greatest Tour also grants Paul the opportunity to bring his recent Latin music collaborations to life across the U.S. So far in the 2020s, the dancehall legend has already joined forces with major Latin stars such as Wisin & Yandel (“No Sales de Mi Cabeza”), Manuel Turizo (“Dem Time Deh”), Feid (“Niña Bonita”) and Billboard 200 chart-topper Karol G (“Kármika”).

“I’ve been doing a lot of different types of genres, stepping into the Latin world and stuff like that,” he says. “I’m just ready to connect back with everybody who loves dancehall, and the people who are being drawn to the new music that I’ve been doing lately in the States.”

In an entertaining conversation with Billboard , Sean Paul details his new tour, explains his controversial stance on the Jada Kingdom-Stefflon Don clash , ponders the dynamic between dancehall, afrobeats, and reggaeton, and recalls his earliest musical memories.

1. Where are you in the world right now? How’s the day treating you?  

Sean Paul: I’m good! I’m in my studio Downstairs in my house and I just put my kids to watch [the 2024 Netflix docuseries] Moses — because I’ve been reading them Moses, s o I’m trying to get them interested more. 

2. In just over a month, you’re kicking off your Greatest Tour. What are you most excited about for this specific tour?  

I’ve been touring the world for a long time… it’s been quite a long time [since I’ve hit] the States in terms of a long tour. I’ve done [one-off] dates here and there, but the last time I did a long tour like this [was] probably 10 years ago. I’m very excited about connecting back with people. 

3. What are your three favorite songs to perform live and why?  

That would definitely be “Temperature,” “Get Busy,” and probably “Gimme the Light” — because it didn’t hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts, but it was the [biggest] video that I had back in the day for a minute. “Get Busy” was my first [Hot 100] No. 1 and “Temperature” was my second No. 1. It’s always fun to perform those. 

4. Which cities are your favorite to perform in? Are there any cities or venues that surprised you with how hype they were?

But I haven’t been to Chicago or Atlanta in a long time. I’m looking forward to [being] back in those states because I used to have fun there. I have friends that I’ve seen in a minute, so it’s good to connect. I don’t think I’ve been [in Atlanta] since COVID, so that’s gonna be a good vibe. 

5. What’s the first concert or tour you remember attending?  

Young MC! [He] came to Jamaica and he was in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most words in a rap song, and that night Papa San was also there and he was in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most words in a song. So, we all thought they was gonna clash, because [Jamaica] had a thing – we still do – with clashing, and I thought that was gonna happen. We was like, “Yo, what’s going down?” I remember the girls shouting, “Marvin! Marvin!” because Young MC’s name was Marvin. They didn’t clash, but I had a great time. It was in National Arena in Jamaica. 

The next one I went to was a group called 2 in a Room. [ Sings “Wiggle it, just a little bit.” ]  My aunt had a sound system, so she was a person that was chaperoning them around, and all of her equipment was being used at the show. So those two first come to mind in terms of big concerts that I’ve been to. 

6. Who are your biggest influences in terms of live performance and crafting your stage show?  

One of my biggest influences from my genre is Capleton . He’s a very enigmatic. He’s full of energy all the time, no matter how old or how much time passes, the dude is amazing to me and I think he should be revered much more than he is. [He’s] someone with a message, but he also keeps the crowd very entertained.  

7. You’ve done a lot of crossover collaborations for the Latin market recently and you even picked up a crossover artist of the year nomination at the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards. What drew you to that market and those sounds?  

Reggaetón is very close to what dancehall has been for years. I like to say that reggae is the father of the music, and hip-hop and dancehall are brothers. It’s a vibe. 

8. Why do you think cross-genre collaborations are important?  

The music is here to connect people. It’s just another form of reaching out to another side that’s maybe not familiar with your music or wants to see more of you.  

I always learn from my collabs, man. There’s no time that I don’t learn. I might go and collab and I’m doing what I do, and then all of a sudden, the producer or the artist himself might step in and be like, “Yo, do a harmony right here!” And I’m like, “Oh, I didn’t ever think of doing something like that.” It may be influenced from their style of music, maybe R&B, maybe hip hop, maybe reggaetón, even Afrobeats. I learn something every time and I take that with me, so it helps my songwriting. 

9. We’ve been seeing a lot of Afrobeats and dancehall crossovers recently. What do you think is the potential of that musical dynamic and is there anything you think that two genres and industries can learn from one another?  

Then, years pass by, and I’m an artist and I go to Africa, and they are so appreciative of what we brought to the table. It’s been a symbiotic relationship back and forth over the years. We’re using drums from the sound that’s been Afro music, people like Fela Kuti and all of these great musicians, and we’re producing it the way we hear it [and] feel it. In Afrobeats [now], they have taken the hint from how we produce and done their own thing with it.  

It goes to show you, no matter how far away you are, there are still things about the culture that are important, that are upheld and that continue through life. The connection of blood, the connection of family through culture has been an important thing — and it lives in the music and it affects us symbiotically. 

10. In 2022, you dropped Scorcha , which earned you your 10 th Grammy nomination. Where do you personally rank that album in your discography?  

I think albums define artists in a certain time period, so I don’t judge my own work in the respect of how well they do for sales or how well they do [in terms of] impact on the on the community. I judge it as, me then, right? So we had just been in COVID [with] the lockdowns and I  did two albums that year. I feel very proud of the work. Live n Livin [released on March 12, 20221] was a collaborative effort of me and about 19 other Jamaican artists, which I was very proud of. I hadn’t seen anybody in my genre do so much collabs, with each other, which I think has been needed.  

11. Do you still buy albums yourself? What’s the first album you remember buying and falling in love with?  

Oh man, I’m streaming now! [ Laughs. ] I’m in the modern day! It’s weird to me, because I liked owning the vinyl. I liked being able to just look at one picture all day long and imagine everything about Donna Summer that I could ever imagine. There was a lot to the imagination at that time and it was very magical. Nowadays, [with] streaming, I don’t own the album, but I stream songs for sure. 

Of course, my parents’ collection was there, so I mentioned Donna Summer , I can mention The Beatles, Neil Diamond — this is my mom’s music and influences on me — Paul Simon and Garfunkel . But the first one I bought was [ Breakin’ ] , to tell you the truth. Hip-hop was just becoming the “in thing” in my generation. It was around from before and we heard songs, but now, I was identifying stars and the break dancing was kicking off, so [ Breakin’ ] was something that I wanted to own. 

It’s funny what happens when you’re coming up as a young kid, [buying] an album like that and then [learning] something from it. I didn’t know of Chaka Khan before that album. And then I found out more about Chaka Khan, and I was like, “Yo!” I got an introduction to her music through that album. 

My mom did buy me Steel Pulse[’s Earth Crisis ] that same year as well — she’s someone who liked their music because it was kind of reggae, with a little difference. It had different melodies and harmonies, and what they spoke about, she was really into that. 

12. Who from the younger generation do you think is leading dancehall right now or charting a new path forward for the genre?  

I know I wasn’t around when rock’n’roll started, but the raw energy that I feel when I listened to the early rock’n’roll — Chuck Berry and all of that – it’s the same feeling I get [with these younger dancehall artists]. It’s not overproduced at all. Big up to the younger dancehall artists. Skillibeng doing his thing. Big up to Popcaan, he’s a little older generation than them, but [he’s] somebody who still is making music that is making an impact here for me. 

13. You had some controversial thoughts on the Jada Kingdom and Stefflon Don clash from earlier this year. Some people noted how global audiences really tuned in and paid attention to that clash, which brought more eyes to the contemporary dance hall scene. What purpose do you think clashes can serve in this particular era of dancehall?  

I’m against the clashing right now. I’ve been for quite some time — reason being, I’ve seen negative impacts in the community when it comes to people being childish about supporting their artists. Clashing does bring about attention, but does it bring important lessons? [That’s] what I think music is supposed to be. 

When I look [at] Marley’s career, people like Jimmy Cliff, Third World, Black Guru — this is where our music comes from. We are like hip-hop in a way, but we also have that root of the Burning Spear and all these people who spoke culture to us and fought Apartheid, as I said before. I just don’t want to see my people feel the need to clash talents. In that respect, I think our talents can be used more towards a greater upliftment of everybody. 

When I spoke up about Jada and Steff, it’s because I know those two people. I also believe that women’s energy should reflect a different type of energy than a man. Yes, you can be a strong woman, you can be a leader, you can be someone that rebels against something that’s wrong. But the energy, and where they’re putting it, I just don’t find it attractive for women to be to be doing that to me.  

[There was] a lot of backlash. I got a lot of people saying, “Oh, so men can do it and women can’t do it?” And I’ve always said in my genre, the mandem shouldn’t be clashing. I was answering back everybody I could [on Instagram]. I’m not the type of vocal artist like that all the time, but when I do believe in something, I’m gonna say it. 

I just believe that those two women especially have a lot more talent and a far way to go in the business than to cement themselves to be known more as a clash artist. I’ve seen that happen with some of the males too. Some of the dudes come out, they’re clashing, and then you’re just known as a clash artist. I haven’t heard anything else from them. Not a song to entertain, not a song to educate, not a song to uplift, just a song to be derogatory about the other artists. I think we do that too much in this genre, also in hip-hop.  

I’m tired of it. I’m tired of childish behavior. I just think that we could spend our time doing way better things as a genre, especially coming from the root of reggae and what that’s been in the climate of music in the world. 

14. What do you love most about where dancehall is right now, and what do you wish was different?  

For me, it’s a spirit. It’s an ancient spirit that comes through the music. When Sly Dunbar was making the music in the late 80s [and] early 90s, I felt this Afrocentric feeling. It felt third world, [like] this is my identity, and it still has that feeling and it’s giving that feeling to other genres as well. 

I’m proud of the fact that there are more producers and more artists. One thing that’s uneasy to see is that there’s a lot of people who just come up and they don’t go through a gauntlet like I did or artists before me, where you have to stay [in the studio] all day long sitting down, waiting for your turn to be recorded. It’s all on your phone right now or your laptop [with FruityLoops] and everything’s a lot easier. Sometimes when you don’t go through the fire, you don’t get to the point where you’re diamond. 

15. What made it a fire or a gauntlet?  

Back in the day, having to wait in those lines, having to take the criticism from the producer himself — because nowadays the kid could just do his own thing and put his song out. Soulja Boy broke from that scenario. But the discipline ain’t there to me, and that discipline is a deepness that can help you to have more longevity, which I think I’ve had, and so I give thanks to everybody who, behind the scenes, criticized me, pointed the finger at me and told me, “Go do better.” 

16. What business advice would you give younger artists who are striving to have a career with as much longevity as yours?  

I’ve never been [a good businessman] — I just feel what my crowd needs from me. I feel what works and what doesn’t. I don’t produce a hit song every day! For every one song you hear, I may have 25 songs that you will never hear. It’s about the work ethic, keeping your ears to the ground where the genre is concerned, but also keeping in tune with your crowd. 

A lot of ladies gave me the ideas to be like, “Yo, they like hearing this from me!” It’s a lot of gangsterism in music and hardcore stuff. While I don’t think I’m a soft artist, I do think that I give some form of romance to the ladies, and some form of closeness that you know that that they need from the music. 

You may be an artist that doesn’t connect in that way. I’m not saying everybody has to do that type of music, but connect to whatever it is from you that people are connecting with. Pay attention to that. 

17. How do you think mentorship can be most effective in dancehall right now?  

I think what I’m doing has been helping a few artists. I help to mentor people like Chi Ching Ching and a young cat Quan-Dajai [Henriques], who [was] in the Bob Marley movie.  I produced their music right now. I think it’s important because just by being in the studio one day and telling them a story about something I’ve seen in the business or some crazy stuff that happened behind the scenes with the red tape, the lawyers and other producers —  they learn from me.  

18. What’s the last song you listened to?  

Some music that I just did in LA last week. One’s called “Ginger,” nice vibe. It’s kind of like a blend of Afrobeat and dancehall music. It’s an Afrobeat producer and artist I worked with, so I’m really feeling that one. It sounds like now. I listen to a lot of my music because I have a lot that hasn’t even come out yet.  

I have listened to the verse that Kendrick [Lamar] spit. I’m more hearing the verse than the full song, but he did step on some toes there! So, some clashing a gwan again. [ Laughs. ] For me, all those artists have proven themselves to be great. I don’t need [a clash] to know that they are great. I might revere Kendrick’s lyrics more than Drake’s, but I still think Drake is a talented person to be where he is at this point. 

19. For you, what makes the perfect dancehall song?  

It definitely has to do with the beat a lot. A lot . you could have a very great reggae song that’s an acoustic – there have been acoustic dancehall songs, for sure —  but the main driving force of our music is the riddim. It’s the drum and the bass. That’s what’s changed a lot with the younger [producers] nowadays, who don’t have that gauntlet to [and] don’t have the guidance of other people. It’s a lot more chord-oriented and keyboard-oriented, and it don’t have the crazy bass. I miss that. There’s a few songs that that still reflect that now, and those are the ones I enjoy more. 

20. What’s your all-time Carnival anthem?  

When I was a kid, you know, soca music comes from Trinidad and that’s the carnival music here. As a kid, I didn’t love it as much. I have five aunties, my father’s sisters, they loved it and I didn’t like it. 

But I’ve grown up now and I have a wife, so she’s immersed in Carnival. She makes costumes, so she’s giving me good insight as to what music is great. I think that one of my favorite anthems is a song from 2005, [ sings Shurwayne Winchester’s “Dead or Alive”]. Also, “Like a Boss” by Machel Montano was probably just the baddest song. He’s like challenging me to party more! Those two songs for me are Carnival anthems. 

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Sean Paul ‘The Greatest Tour 2024′: How to get last-minute tickets to Phila. show

• Updated: May. 08, 2024, 7:49 a.m. |
• Published: May. 08, 2024, 7:48 a.m.

Rapper Sean Paul will perform on Friday, May 10, 2024, in Philadelphia, Pa. Here, he arrives at the Latin Billboard Awards, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Coral Gables, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) AP

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Jamaican rapper, singer and Grammy Award winner, Sean Paul, is bringing “The Greatest Tour 2024″ to Pa. this weekend.

He will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, May 10, at The Fillmore in Philadelphia.

It is not too late to get tickets. Fans can find them here (prices are as of the time of this post):

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Paul, called “one of dancehall and reggae’s most prolific artists of all time,” according to Live Nation, won a Grammy in 2004 for Best Reggae Album with “Dutty Rock.”

Other stops on his tour include:

May 9  - Brooklyn, New York

May 12  - Washington, D.C.

May 14  - Detroit, Michigan

May 15  - Chicago, Illinois

May 17  - New Orleans, Louisiana

May 18  - Irving, Texas

May 19  - Austin, Texas

May 20  - Houston, Texas

May 23  - Denver, Colorado

May 25  - Las Vegas, Nevada

May 26  - Phoenix, Arizona

May 30  - Anaheim, California

May 31  - San Francisco, California

June 1  - San Diego, California

June 2  - Los Angeles, California

June 14  - Raleigh, North Carolina

June 16  - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Sean Paul Embarks on a New Tour Reviving Dancehall for Fans Worldwide

A s a pivot in bringing dancehall to the global forefront, Sean Paul reminisces on his influential hit “Get Busy” as it crosses the 21-year mark. This song, which once topped the charts, can now be celebrated in clubs with a fresh audience.

Talking with The Associated Press from his Jamaican studio, Sean Paul reflects on how the meaning of “Get Busy” has evolved for him over the years. He joked about his parental role today, contrasting it with the song’s playful original context.

Sean Paul’s career, following his breakthrough, has seen the release of multiple albums, particularly two during the pandemic – “Live n Livin” and “Scorcha”. His personal life has flourished into fatherhood and marriage, with his wife even being referenced in the “Get Busy” lyrics. Through all, his passion for creating uplifting music that encourages movement and happiness hasn’t dimmed.

His music, imbued with joy, remains a constant for Sean Paul, who emphasizes the genre’s inherent positivity and how his life challenges have fueled his dedication. With a past that includes a father in prison and a single mother working tirelessly, music became a vital outlet for him.

Today, as he announces a 22-date U.S. tour called the “Greatest Tour,” he is prepared to engage with fans once more, attributing his readiness to the warm reception of recent collaborations with reggaetón artists and new solo hits like “Greatest.” He also plans to release songs with more depth and social consciousness, akin to his previous work “Never Give Up.”

As he takes the stage across the U.S., he guarantees a collage of experiences but mostly “good vibes” for attendees who will be treated to his energetic and fun performances.

FAQs about Sean Paul’s New Tour and Legacy

Sean Paul’s enduring influence on dancehall and his ability to captivate audiences with dynamic rhythms and positive messages are set to take center stage once again. His “Greatest Tour” promises to be an embodiment of his passion for music and his commitment to spreading joy through his art. Fans old and new can look forward to experiencing the vibrant spirit of dancehall led by one of the genre’s most iconic artists.

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