Sanchez performing at the recent Montreal International Reggae Festival.— Lovers rock giant Sanchez has no regrets about his decision to do more shows in Jamaica this year. He says the move has paid dividends and some. The singer, who had strong performances at Rebel Salute in January and Reggae Sumfest in July, also hosts a weekly session in St Ann, which has grown in popularity. “I guess you could say that this is the year of Sanchez,” said the 52-year-old vocalist, who broke through 29 years ago with the Red Man-produced Lady In Red. His appearance at Rebel Salute was his first gig in Jamaica in nearly 10 years. Sanchez has since done shows in the United Kingdom, Caribbean and Canada. He was one of the headliners for the August 26 – 28 Montreal … Read entire article »

Sanchez— Reggae singer Sanchez brought the house down with his exceptional vocal skills as Reggae Night of Sumfest got into high gear at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex. For the greater part of his act, Sanchez had the patrons singing along and dancing as his crisp voice belted out Hallelujah, One In A million,  Wild Sanchez,   Lonely Won’t Leave Me Alone and much more. He was also well received during the segment he used to pay tribute in song to late reggae superstars: Dennis Brown, Gregory Issacs, Tenor Saw, Sugar Minott and Bob Marley. Before his departure a medley of gospel songs converted the venue into a Sunday morning church service atmosphere.  By Horace Hines– … Read entire article »