Rebel Salute ends prematurely

The curtains were drawn abruptly on the 30th staging of Rebel Salute, the annual roots and reggae concert, on Sunday morning; denying at least two artistes yet to perform in the process. 

Sound at the event was initially killed at the beginning of reggae artiste I-Wayne's set, but was quickly reconnected following audience unrest.

As I-Wayne exited the stage to make way for his colleague, Fanton Mojah, several members of the police were seen on the stage seemingly putting an end to the festivities.

It is unclear what the on stage discussions were, but members of the band and other workers could be seen making brisk exits.

Rebel Salute returned to Plantation Cove in St Ann to celebrate its rich history.

The event, which initially started as a birthday party for founder Tony Rebel in 1994, has since transformed into an explosion of musical and cultural experiences.

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