Reggae Garden #2 Papa Michigan, Dub Apocalypse & Green Lion Crew

Green Lion Crew Presents- Reggae Garden Show #2 featuring Reggae LEGEND Papa Michigan from the iconic duo Michigan & Smiley straight from Jamaica backed by Boston's own the MIGHTY Dub Apocalypse & Producer/DJ/Host Green Lion Crew Friday 07/11/25 - 5-10pm Rain or Shine. 21+ Stonehedge Campground 342 W Gray Rd, Gray ME 04039

Camping available as Add-ons to the ticket

-100 Campsites available

-6 RV Plug ins available

All Campers must purchase admission tickets.

Tent only - No fires, grills or open flames allowed

Check in 2:00pm -7:00pm

Check out by 11:00am the following day

About Reggae Garden:

Reggae Garden is a pro cannabis music event that blends the best talent in New England with some of the best talent from Jamaica for a completely unique experience in beautiful Southern Maine. Hosted by Arrowheads Estate in Cape Neddick, the event was conceptualized by reggae producer Zeke Stern of Green Lion Crew who aimed to blend his favorite aspects of parties in Jamaica with an age old tradition of Cape Neddick…. live outdoor summer concerts. Working together with “The Reggae Takeova” from Boston and Beachside Media from Maine they bring to you Reggae Garden. Beautiful lush backyard garden parties with live music, DJs, artists, food, drinks, games, cannabis education, and more. Top notch local and international reggae acts can be enjoyed in an intimate setting outside. Rain or Shine.

Sponsored by: Reggae Takeova, Beachside Media, High Striker Farms , Never Forget 420, Brave Boat Gardens, Skunkfoot Farms, Armonice, Good Life Gardens, Mega Raw Melts, The Valley Garden, Cold Room Drip, Wicked Sowa, Ripple, Bungludetch Farms, Maine Ganja Yoga, Maine Concentrates, Northeast Naturals, The Motivated Stoner, Fluid, Last Frontier, Intuitively Green Gardens, Upstate Gardens, Hidden Forest Farms, Not Your Average Fest, Woodstock Farmacy

About Papa Michigan

Papa Michigan, an iconic figure in the world of reggae music, has made an indelible mark on the industry with his profound musical talents and unwavering passion for the genre. Born Anthony Fairclough, this Jamaican-born singer, songwriter, and producer has captivated audiences around the globe with his soul-stirring melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.

From an early age, Papa Michigan displayed an innate musical talent and an insatiable thirst for creativity. Inspired by the pulsating rhythms and uplifting messages of reggae, he embarked on a journey to make his mark in the music world. His dedication and perseverance led him to form the legendary reggae duo Michigan & Smiley in the 1970s, a partnership that would leave an indelible impact on the Jamaican music scene.

Papa Michigan’s unique vocal delivery, characterized by its rich timbre and emotive quality, quickly became a hallmark of his distinctive sound. His lyrics, steeped in consciousness and social commentary, struck a chord with audiences hungry for musical expression that spoke to their experiences and aspirations. With hits like “Nice Up the Dance” and “One Love Jam Down,” Michigan & Smiley carved a place for themselves among reggae’s elite.

As a solo artist, Papa Michigan continued to push the boundaries of his craft, exploring different musical styles and collaborating with a diverse array of artists. His solo albums, such as “Sax & Sleng-Teng” and “Downpression,” showcased his versatility as a musician and his ability to adapt to the evolving sound of reggae while staying true to his roots.

Beyond his prowess as a vocalist and songwriter, Papa Michigan’s talents extended into the realm of production. His innate understanding of the intricacies of sound engineering allowed him to create music that boasted an impeccable sonic quality, further enhancing the impact of his compositions.

Throughout his illustrious career, Papa Michigan has received numerous accolades and recognition for his contributions to reggae music. His journey has taken him to stages across the world, where he has shared his electrifying performances with fans old and new. His legacy as a pioneer and ambassador of reggae is not only evident in his own music, but also in the enduring influence he has had on subsequent generations of artists.

With his distinctive voice, profound lyrics, and unwavering dedication to his craft, Papa Michigan has become an enduring symbol of reggae’s power to uplift and inspire. His music continues to resonate with audiences, transcending borders and bringing people together through the universal language of music. Papa Michigan’s impact on reggae is immeasurable, and his contributions to the genre will forever be etched in the annals of music history.

About Dub Apocalypse:

Dub Apocalypse is an instrumental dub reggae band from Boston, MA. Band members are Tommy Benedetti-drums,Van Martin-guitar,Johnny Trama-guitar,Aaron Bellamy-bass,and Timo Shanko-sax/bass. The band came together in 2007, led by drummer Tommy Benedetti and guitarist, Johnny Trama.Tommy Benedetti is one of the founding members of American Reggae Pioneers,John Brown's Body. He brings a wealth of experience from the reggae/dub scene to the table,having recorded albums for the legendary Shanachie Label,John Zorn's Tzadik Label (mixed by Bill Laswell),and is currently with John Brown's Body on Easy Star Records. This history is combined with almost 2 decades of International touring,as well as backing some of the giants of Jamaican music,including The Meditations and Justin Hinds.
Guitarist Johnny Trama adds a soulful blues touch to the Dub Apocalypse signature sound.Trama has spent time on the road with the great Ron Levy, BB King's organ player, as well as many other regional rock and soul/r&b acts. Not long after Dub Apocalypse came together, longtime friend Timo Shanko entered the fold.A dual threat on both bass and saxophone,Shanko is a veteran of the blues and free jazz scene.He spent many years on the road with Blues legend, Eddie Kirkland, as well as with G. Love and Special Sauce. Shanko is also a prolific composer,and his improvisational stylings are an integral part of the Dub Apocalypse sound. Although DA started out as more of a collective,in the past few years the lineup has solidified with the addition of bassist Aaron Bellamy and guitarist Van Martin. Bellamy is a longtime fixture in the Boston funk scene,and in combination with Benedetti ,they form the deep,militant sound at the core of Dub Apocalypse.
Originally hailing from Chicago,Van Martin rounds out the lineup on guitar. Martin has much touring experience as well, including appearances with Bernie Worrell and Big Daddy Kane. His sonic textures,adventurous playing and songwriting have helped Dub Apocalypse take their sound to a new level. The DA sound is an evolving mix of original compositions and their own interpretations of classic Jamaican and UK songs and dub plates. Heavy hitting drum and bass grooves set the table. A twin guitar attack, with Trama's rhythmic anchor,and Martin's dub sonics, swirl in and out in tandem. These pieces, combined with Timo Shanko's Coltrane inspired sax approach, give Dub Apocalypse a sound that is truly their own.
The band has appeared at many clubs and festivals throughout New England.They've won a Boston Music Award,were named "One of 10 Local Acts You Need To Hear Now" by The Improper Bostonian,and have one of the most popular and longest running weekly residencies in Boston.Dub Apocalypse released their first cd, "Road To Oblivion" in March 2015.The cd release will be followed by an International release on vinyl through Mnemonic Dojo Records out of the UK.

About Green Lion Crew:

From an early age, Green Lion Crew’s Zeke Stern and Dana Knowles became students of the sounds of Caribbean Culture. Drawing from a diverse musical blend of reggae, dancehall, electronic, and hip hop, they have become tastemakers and well respected producers in the modern reggae scene.

Recognizing talent early on and not following hype has enabled them to work with artists like Collie Buddz, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, Busy Signal, Sizzla, Capleton, Jesse Royal, Dre Island, and many more. In 2019, Green Lion started working with Ineffable Records. Their first release with the label “Be Still” was released to great critical acclaim and it reached to #6 on the Billboard Reggae Charts. Green Lion Crew’s listeners continue to rise on Spotify as their single “Keep Blazin’” with Roe Summerz led to a 91% increase in listeners in one month. Productions with Collie Buddz, Chronixx, Kabaka Pyramid, Beenie Man, and Akae Beka among others have proven that Green Lion Crew can bring an effective, fresh approach to the table while showing respect to the original sound.

Green Lion produced the track “Lyrics Deity” on Kabaka Pyramid’s album “Kontraband” which was executive produced by Damian Marley and released on his label Ghetto Youths International. Green Lion’s original productions have been heard on ESPN, Vice TV and X-Games while earning support from tropical-pop tastemakers Walshy Fire of Major Lazer and David Rodigan from BBC 1xtra.

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