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(New York, NY) July 23, 2024
“City Winery is thrilled to announce a series of immersive experiences honoring and celebrating the legacy of Rita Marley, starting with “The Garden That Rita Grew: My Grandma Rita” art exhibit on August 7th and "An Evening with Sharon Marley" on August 7th. These special events will mark the beginning of a two-month-long tribute to Rita Marley, featuring curated programming that showcases her immense contributions to music, art, and culture.”
"An Evening with Sharon Marley" Rita and Bob Marley Tribute Concert and Storytelling:
On August 7th, 2024, City Winery NYC will host an unforgettable multi-sensory evening with Three-timeGrammy® Award-winning artist Sharon Marley, featuring a tribute performance of classic songs from Rita and Bob Marley, along with live painting. This will be followed by an insightful conversation about the Marley family's enduring impact on the world. This event offers fans a unique opportunity to engage with Sharon as she shares personal stories and memories of her legendary parents, Rita and Bob Marley.
NYC Tickets and Show Times Available Here
Sharon Marley will also perform at City Winery Philly on August 5th
PHILLY Tickets and Show Times Available Here
Curated by filmmaker Donisha Prendergast, the eldest granddaughter, the art exhibit "The Garden That Rita Grew: My Grandma Rita" is a preview of a full installment to come and will be showcased at City Winery NYC from August 7 - September 30. The exhibit will feature a stunning collection of photographs and artwork celebrating the strength, resilience, and creativity of Rita Marley. Powered by Humanity Ova Vanity (HOV). https://www.hovnow.com
Rita’s greatness cannot be overstated. She’s foundational, having held things together as Bob ascended to international prominence with the Wailers. They were married in 1966, the same year that she witnessed the Jamaican arrival of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie— an event that encouraged her to become Rastafarian. As part of the I-Three's vocal support in the Wailers, she added another dimension to the group’s rootsy sound—one that was shaped by tough experience and first-hand awareness of what was happening around her in Jamaica and the world, socially and politically. “Rita has played a pivotal role in developing and preserving Bob Marley’s rich legacy.” - Lee Jaffe (featured photographer)
To further celebrate Rita Marley's contributions to music, business, and culture, Donisha Prendergast is proud to join hands with City Winery to launch a grassroots campaign to have Rita Marley recognized in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Along with a scroll available for people to sign in person during the exhibit at City Winery, and an online petition has been created with the goal of gathering 1 million signatures, demonstrating widespread support for this well-deserved honor. Fans are encouraged to join the movement and sign the petition at www.rita4thehall.com
City Winery invites all fans and supporters of the Marley family to join in this celebration of music, art, and legacy. Together, we can honor the extraordinary impact of Rita Marley and ensure her rightful place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In support of the ongoing work of the Marley family, a portion of the proceeds from all events will be donated to the Rita Marley Foundation and the Rita Marley Girls Center, dedicated to empowering women and youth in Jamaica and across the globe.
Join us in celebrating the Marley legacy and making history by honoring Rita Marley!
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Visitors can view the artwork anytime during City Winery business hours. City Winery, founded in 2008, delivers a unique culinary and cultural experience to urban wine enthusiasts passionate about music. Each City Winery offers intimate concerts, upscale dining, private event spaces, and a fully functioning winery. To date, City Winery has locations in New York, Chicago, Nashville, Atlanta, Boston, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. In 2020, City Winery opened Hudson Valley, a hydro-powered winery, vineyard, restaurant, outdoor concert venue and private events space at the historic Montgomery Mills. Other concepts run by the company include City Vineyard at Pier 26, City Winery at Rockefeller Center, City Winery Chicago at the Riverwalk, and City Winery Greenway in Boston.
The "Steppah Dubmatix” remix was released on June 28th on Sharon Marley’s Gong Gyal Entertainment with distribution by Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong International. This new remix retains the love frequency 432 Hz of the original Steppah version (released earlier this year) while infusing it with an irresistible, sultry groove. Sharon Marley's soulful vocals, Big Youth's iconic toasting, and Dubmatix's innovative touch create a track that's cool, classy, and perfect for sexy summer vibes.
Stream “Steppah Dubmatix” Remix
Three-time Grammy® Award-winning artist Sharon Marley (the daughter of reggae legends Bob and Rita Marley) is a culture creator and mother whose life and music are defined by love, spirituality, and cultural excellence. Her career, spanning over two decades with Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, has adorned Sharon with three Grammy Awards, an NAACP Award, and the 2023 Reggae Icon Award from JaRIA. Her work extends beyond music into family, education, and advocacy, with significant roles at the Bob Marley Museum, the Rita Marley Foundation, and as A&R for Ghetto Youths United. Sharon's musical art, tuned to the healing "Love Frequency" of 432 Hz, promises a spiritual odyssey through her Jamaican heritage and diverse musical influences. With her distinctive style and cultural resonance, Sharon Marley stands as a beacon of the transformative power of artistry in the reggae music scene globally.
ABOUT DONISHA PRENDERGAST
Donisha Prendergast, a filmmaker and advocate hailing from Jamaican Reggae Royalty, Bob & Rita Marley’s lineage, traverses the globe, preserving and sharing stories to propel societal advancement. With a rich tapestry of experiences spanning documentary filmmaking, motivational speaking, and international activism, at times with her grandmother Rita by her side, she catalyzes change at the intersection of art and social justice. Collaborating with luminaries like Beyoncé and Sean Paul, her productions amplify marginalized voices and champion cultural preservation. As founder of Humanity Ova Vanity, she pioneers initiatives fostering artistic integrity and community engagement. With an indomitable spirit and commitment to inclusion, Donisha shapes narratives that resonate globally, embodying the ethos: humanity over vanity.
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