–event to also feature award-winning reggae band, Morgan Heritage

LIVINGSTONE Etse Satekla, better known by his stage name “Stonebwoy”, a Ghanaian Afropop, dancehall and reggae musician will headline this year’s Emancipation Festival and concert at Guyana’s National Park, on August 1.

The yearly festivities are being organised by the African Cultural & Development Association (ACDA) and will also feature the infamous Grammy-winning family band, Morgan Heritage, alongside local performers.

The featured artiste, Stonebwoy is also an actor and has been featured in several movies. He is known for his rhythmic mixes of West African and Caribbean style-like beats.

One of his most recent releases is described as the centerfold of African and West Indian harmonies.
He sings in Jamaican Patois (Patwa or Patwah), and is considered a “multifaceted artiste” due to the various musical styles he possesses. In 2015, he received many awards and nominations ranging from “Artiste of the Year” to “Album of the Year”. His sophomore album, Necessary Evil, was the recipient of 3 Ghana Music Awards from 6 nominations.
He is also known for his philanthropy, having established several foundations.

This year’s emancipation festivities promise to be a unique blend of activities, with pre-emancipation events being held on Main Street Avenue on July 31 along with several competitions, live performances from acrobats, poets, actors and dancers on Emancipation day.