Julian Marley

Julian Marley brings his roots reggae to Limelight in Belfast on 29 July 2026. Born in London and raised between the UK and Kingston, the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist writes music grounded in spirituality and social themes, blending a classic roots foundation with touches of dub, dancehall and soul. His catalogue runs from Lion in the Morning (1996) and A Time and Place (2003) to Awake (2009), then As I Am (2019) and Colors of Royal (2023), created with producer Antaeus and awarded the Grammy for Best Reggae Album.

On stage, Marley leans into slow-burn grooves, prominent bass lines and close vocal harmonies that follow Jamaican roots codes while keeping a contemporary edge. The set links early cuts to recent material, opening space for dub-tinged passages and instrumental breaks. Backed by his live band, he moves between vocals, guitar and keys, keeping the focus on message-led songwriting and a steady pulse built for collective sway.