The Now Famous And Legendary Vermont Reggae Festival
North Beach 1989 History In The Making
Every one from each officer and organizer on the committee, all city and state officials, and
everyone from the fans of Reggae to the fans of the Greatful Dead knew about the
Vermont Reggae Festival and anticipated the 1989 Vermont Reggae Festival would be
huge. And it was.
Great expectations became a reality on Saturday July 29, 1989 as more than 30 thousand
hearts and souls gathered at North Beach Park in Burlington Vermont for what had
become the 4th and largest music festival gathering in Vermont history up to this date.
After 3 Years Of Growth, The
4th and Largest To Date
To look out from the side of the stage and
see a sea of humanity all waiving their
arms as the pulse of the Reggae beat flows
through the air-simply amazing. Everyone
who came felt as if this was their festival
and contributed to the peaceful and loving
vibe of non-violence and cooperation.
Sunny Skies, Powerful Music,
And Good Vibes. A Memorable
Event
Aside from one quick thunderstorm in
1987, the Vermont Reggae Festival was
always blessed with wonderful, clear skies
and hot summer weather during it’s six
year time in the city of Burlington.
The Cultural Landscape Of
Burlington Embraces The Roots
Of Reggae Music
By now it was clear that Roots Reggae had
become a big part of the local culture
spanning every age group. Every Reggae
star and performer in Jamaica made sure
to make Burlington Vermont a sure stop
on any planned tours of the US.
The Biggest And Most Peaceful
Gathering.
Over thirty thousand people enjoying
music, vibes, and everything else the
festival had to offer. No arrests, no fights,
no bad vibes. The Vermont Reggae
Festival in 1989 had truly arrived to
world-wide noteriety.
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The Effect
Channel Two Dub Band
Opaline Steel Band
Sundog
One People
Lambsbread
The Killer Bees
Bop Harvey
The Mighty Diamonds
Pato Banton And The Studio 2 Crew
