Reggae Legend Johnny Osbourne to Overstay in Bangkok

BANGKOK — One of the most renowned Jamaican reggae and dancehall vocalists is coming to perform at a Bangkok music venue.

A veteran of Jamaica’s early music scene and praised as its “dancehall godfather,” reggae legend Erroll “Johnny” Osbourne is coming to perform at hostel-venue The Overstay.

Many may know the Jamaica-born Osbourne, 70, for his essentials “Buddy Bye,” “Ice Cream Love,” “Truth and Rights” and “Jah Promise.” He rose to prominence as a solo artist in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s.

Johnny Osbourne: Godfather of Dancehall starts 8pm on Jan. 26 at The Overstay. Tickets are 350 baht.

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The venue is located near Soi Charansanitwong 40 and can be reached by motorcycle or taxi from the Phra Pinklao pier.

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