Chris Martin arrives in Kenya for “Big Deal Concert” this weekend, featuring D-Major, Future Fambo, Bensoul, Elani, others | PHOTOS

The much-anticipated Big Deal Concert that will be headlined by top reggae and dancehall artiste Chris Martin who jetted into the country yesterday accompanied by top dancehall artistes; D Major and Future Fambo have been moved to the Impala Grounds, Ngong Road.

Due to the overwhelming response and the weather the much-hyped event has been moved to the new venue due to the overwhelming response it has gotten in terms of attendance that raises a security concern, as several heads of states will be in attendance.

Speaking on the latest development the event organizers said, “Following the unpredictable weather and rains that have rocked the city, we have decided to change the venue to Impala Grounds. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and promise the fans a great experience featuring the best of international and local music, food and lifestyle – #NobodyCanStopReggae.”

The Big Deal concert is a collaboration endorsed, as a result of the MOU signed between the Ministry of Culture, Gender Entertainment and Sports of Jamaica during H.E President Uhuru Kenyatta’s state visit early this year encouraging the participation of our cultural and creative practitioners in festivals in the two countries. The partnership seeks to enhance strong cultural links between Kenya and Jamaica.

The Big deal concert will also see Kenya’s finest superstars – Bensoul, Elani, Masauti, KRG the Don, Havoc, Jfam among others grace the stage alongside the Jamaican trio of Chris Martin, D Major, and Future Fambo.

Tickets are available www.mtickets.com/ *229*55#. Regular tickets – Ksh 1,500 advance and Ksh2,000 at the gate, while  the VIP Advance is 5000 and Ksh7,000  at the gate.

The Big Deal Concert has been sponsored by Ngoma Tucheze and Vybez Radio as the official media partner. Other partners include Coca Cola Africa, Parrotgroup254, Homeland Events, KICC Kenya, Afrotape, RFH Healthcare, The Good Company KE, Nairobi County and King yard Music.

The concert is set to be the biggest reggae concert in the 254 and fans have been promised an out of this world experience.