The Margate Reggae Festival with Bitty McLean, The Selecter, and more

UK's Bitty McLean balanced '90s reggae-pop with classic vibes, countering gangster ragga. Known for hits like "It Keeps Rainin'." Worked with UB40 as producer and singer. Famous for creatively using Treasure Isle tracks in "On Bond Street KGN. JA."

The Selecter, led by Pauline Black, the Queen of Ska, and co-fronted by Arthur ‘Gaps’ Hendrickson, excels in 2-Tone ska. Known for hits like “Three Minute Hero,” they celebrated their 40th anniversary with a global tour.

British reggae star Maxi Priest, born in Lewisham, London, rose to fame in the '80s and '90s with his lovers rock style, blending reggae with pop and R&B. Known for hits like "Close to You" and his cover of "Wild World," Priest collaborated with artists like Shaggy and Robin Trower. His notable albums include Bonafide, and he achieved worldwide success with soulful, romantic tracks. Priest's musical journey began with the Saxon International sound system, leading to a successful international career.