December 8, 1942 – September 11, 2020

An extraordinary musician. A remarkable human being. A mentor whose influence lives on.

Hands down, one of the greatest blessings of my musical journey was meeting and being mentored by the late, great Frederick Nathaniel “Toots” Hibbert.

Toots was more than a musical icon to me. He was a mentor, an inspiration, and someone whose influence helped shape my understanding of music, performance, and the responsibility that comes with being an artist.

I had the distinct honour and pleasure of paying homage to him while he was alive and able to appreciate it. That is something I will always treasure.

For me, continuing to celebrate his life and music is not simply an honour. It is a duty.

His contribution to Jamaican music and culture is immeasurable, but beyond his extraordinary musical achievements, I remain grateful for the personal impact he had on my journey.

Through live performances, recorded tributes, and the continued celebration of his work, I intend to keep lifting up his music and legacy as I commit to building my own.

Long live the King. Long live the music. Long live the legacy.

— Kei Dubb