Damian "Jr. Gong" and Stephen Marley, sons of the legendary Bob Marley, are set to perform at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Friday, June 28, 2024, accompanied by the Colorado Symphony. This historic concert marks the first time the symphony will participate in a reggae event at Red Rocks. Opening the show will be the iconic reggae artist Burning Spear, whose vibrant performances have thrilled audiences around the globe.
Damian "Jr. Gong" and Stephen Marley will be performing a mix of their father's hits and their own material, underscored by the lush orchestrations of the Colorado Symphony. This collaboration offers fans a rare opportunity to experience the Marley music legacy through a new sonic dimension. The event not only celebrates their father’s cultural impact but also introduces a novel blend of orchestral reggae that promises to be an unforgettable night.
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, June 28, 2024
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Venue: Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver, CO
- Tickets: HERE (Prices start at $79+)
Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley and Stephen "Ragga" Marley have long been torchbearers of their father’s musical legacy, blending traditional reggae with contemporary influences. Their performances at Red Rocks in the past, including a recent show with their brother Ziggy in 2023, have been landmark events, and this concert is expected to be no different.
About Damian "Jr. Gong" and Stephen Marley: Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, the youngest son of Bob Marley, has carved out his own niche in the music world with hits like "Welcome to Jamrock" and is a multiple Grammy Award winner. Stephen Marley, known for his eclectic production skills and vocal abilities, has also won several Grammy Awards and is revered for pushing musical boundaries.
About the Colorado Symphony: One of the leading orchestras in the United States, the Colorado Symphony Association is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization performing more than 150 concerts annually at Boettcher Concert Hall in downtown Denver and across Colorado. Led by Principal Conductor Peter Oundjian, the Colorado Symphony is home to eighty full-time musicians representing more than a dozen nations. The orchestra regularly welcomes the most celebrated artists from the world of symphonic music and beyond. The orchestra celebrated its Centennial during the 2023/24 concert season. In the last year, the Colorado Symphony served over 340,000 people attending live performances at concert and non-traditional venues throughout Colorado’s Front Range. Recognized as an incubator of innovation, creativity, and excellence, the Colorado Symphony continually expands its reach through in-person and virtual education programs, outreach, and programming. The Colorado Symphony partners with the state’s leading musical artists, cultural organizations, corporations, foundations, sports teams, and individuals to expose diverse audiences to the transformative power of music. To learn more, visit coloradosymphony.org.
