Veteran Singer Horace Andy Added To ‘christmas In The Rockaways’ Free Concert

Roots reggae singer Horace Andy who garnered international fame with hit singles “Government Land,” “Angel,” “Five Man Army” and his cover of “Ain’t No Sunshine” will join veteran reggae singer Johnny Osbourne and Brooklyn based singer, producer, songwriter Ed Robinson as headliner performers at “Christmas In The Rockaways” slated for the Far Rockaway High School (821 Bay 25 Street in Far Rockaway) on Saturday December 22 from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Osbourne, who rose to prominence in the mid 1980s is best known for dancehall hits “Buddy Bye,” “Ice Cream Love” and “Water Pumping,” while Robinson has made his mark with perennial hit “Knocking On Heavens Door” and “Our Heroes,” that soared to the top of the charts two years ago in South Florida and New York. Also slated to perform are 1981 hitmaker Denroy Morgan, Elvis D, Jah Jah Youth, Stephen Souza, Benzman (Atlanta), Leighton Miller, Skina, Scepta, dancer Daijon Thomas aka Grenade and the Braata Singers, who will perform cultural songs and Christmas Carols in the spirit of the season.

Jamaican community leader in Queens, Michael Duncan, who in conjunction with churches, community groups, businesses and good-hearted residents are driving the event are hoping to bring a huge wave of holiday cheer to the hundreds of residents in the Rockways who were brutally ravaged by Hurricane Sandy. Duncan said these organisations are donating toys, clothing, food items and holiday gifts that will be distributed to the needy residents in the Rockaways.

“I am pleased with the support and generosity from donors, churches, businesses and other community organisations that are now on board. I am also humbled by the outpouring of support from the New York music community who are all 100% on board with the project. Everyone is dedicating their time and effort to perform in support of the cause” he said.

There still is time for companies and individuals to participate in CHRISTMAS IN THE ROCKAWAYS and those wishing to do so may visit www.eachonesupportoneconcept.com CHRISTMAS IN THE ROCKAAWAYS is an expression of altruistic, heart-warming thoughtfulness. Sponsorship for “Christmas In The Rockaways” is being provided by Epiphany Lutheran Church, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, New Birth Deliverance Church, First Church of God, Women Supporting Women Ministries Inc, Guinness, LIME, Xoom.com, Irie Jam Radio (official radio sponsor), DC Digital TV (official TV sponsor), VP Records, Trans Continental Shippers, CaribbeanFever.com, Jamaica Family Medicine, Team Jamaica Bickle, RTN Production, IMAGES Newsletter, The Door Restaurant, Laten’s Restaurant, Henrica’s Restaurant, Magnet Sports & Entertainment Lounge, BMW Messenger, Metropolitan Office & Computer Supplies and Road International Disco.