The Rivertones - “Reggae Night”

Prepare to be swept away by the unifying power and irresistible rhythms of reggae delivered
by Cape Town’s most-loved reggae band, The Rivertones, whose upcoming tribute show,
“Reggae Night”, is a vibrant homage to and a celebration of reggae’s global icons - Bob
Marley, UB40 and Eddy Grant.

The Rivertones stand as torchbearers of this powerful musical tradition. Roland Nair, a
legendary figure in the reggae landscape, the driving force behind this popular reggae band,
has dedicated decades to sharing the joyful and unifying spirit of reggae. His journey is
deeply intertwined with the genre’s history and reached an extraordinary milestone in 2009,
when he had the distinct honour of performing with the iconic Bob Marley’s band, The
Wailers, in Cape Town. This pivotal moment, not only underscored Nair’s exceptional talent,
but also cemented his status as a vital link to the heart of reggae history. Following this
success, Nair toured with Bunny Wailer in Reunion Island, captivating massive audiences.
The Rivertones, who also notably supported Ali Campbell’s UB40 South African tour in 2023,
bring their infectious “one love” energy and authentic old-school reggae sound to stages
across the nation. Founded by Roland Nair in 2006, The Rivertones carry his legacy as a
pioneer of South African reggae and ska from the 1980s, Nair having shared stages with
luminaries like PJ Powers, Hugh Masekela and the late Lucky Dube.
After four decades on stage, Roland and The Rivertones remain a favourite across South
Africa at major festivals, wine estates, restaurants, hotels, theatres, theatre supper venues,
private, corporate, and government functions. Roland has even performed for presidents!

Join The Rivertones for a joyful journey through reggae history, and expect to hear timeless
reggae anthems like Bob Marley hits “One Love”, “No Woman No Cry”, UB40’s “Red Red
Wine”, “Kingston Town” and Eddy Grant’s “Electric Avenue” and “Gimme Hope Jo’anna”,
along with other reggae favourites, performed with the passion and authenticity that only
Roland Nair and The Rivertones can deliver!