UPR!SE is a blog dedicated to The Shrine's Patron Saint and inspiration, Fela Anikulpo Kuti.

The blog focuses on music, fashion, art, design, politics and culture. It is a celebration of trailblazing souls who rise up without compromise.

THE SHRINE, CHICAGO

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

MAXI PRIEST BLESSES THE SHRINE (3.29.13)

MAXI PRIEST  will be appearing live at The Shrine on Friday, March 29, 2013. Local heroes Gizzae are also on the bill along with DJs Papa G + Shon Dervis.

MAXI PRIEST is one of only  two British born Reggae singers to have a Billboard number one with his  'Close to You'. He also had a top ten hit with his duet with Roberta Flack - 'Set The Night to Music'.

Over the years he has collaborated with a number of artists including, UB40, Beres Hammond, Apache Indian, Jazzie B, Sly & Robbie and Shabba Ranks, among others.

Fans of Reggae and Soul Music lively up yourselves! The show is brought to you by ROCKSTEADY!, the best Reggae + Dancehall night in Chicago. Each and every Sunday with DJs Papa G + Fireworks and your host-with-the-most, Mr Greenweedz!


ROCKSTEADY! SUNDAY IN COUP (@ THE SHRINE)