Reggae Grammy Winner Keznamdi Announces First US Tour

The Jamaican artist will perform in Los Angeles and New York City this May.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Fresh off his first career Grammy Award win for Best Reggae Album, Kingston-born reggae artist Keznamdi is preparing to bring his "Blxxd & Fyah" live experience to audiences across the United States, marking a major step in his expanding international career and reinforcing the continued global relevance of contemporary roots reggae.

Why it matters

Keznamdi's upcoming U.S. performances represent a strategic expansion following his Grammy recognition, positioning him among a rising group of reggae ambassadors helping to carry Jamaican culture into major international live-music markets while maintaining the genre's long-standing themes of social consciousness, spirituality, and cultural identity.

The details

Keznamdi's U.S. tour will begin on May 13 at Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles, followed by a May 20 appearance at S.O.B.'s in New York City. Additional tour dates are expected to be announced. Tickets for both shows go on sale on February 27, with further details available through the artist's official website.

  • Keznamdi secured the Best Reggae Album Grammy Award on February 1, 2026.
  • Keznamdi's U.S. tour will kick off on May 13, 2026 in Los Angeles.
  • Keznamdi will perform in New York City on May 20, 2026.

The players

Keznamdi

A Kingston-born reggae artist who recently won his first Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album for his album "Blxxd & Fyah".

Chakula

The respected reggae band that Keznamdi's parents were members of, influencing his musical style.

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What they’re saying

“It's a huge honour to represent Jamaica and reggae music on the global stage with this Grammy recognition. New York and L.A. were the first cities where I ever sold out shows, so it felt right to start there with two intimate nights before rolling out the full tour. Jamaica is home, though, and we're putting together a special homecoming concert down a Yard to celebrate with the people who raised, supported and carried me into the world. Much respect always. Reggae music and Rastafari forever.”

— Keznamdi (Billboard)

“Reggae music has always been a music [that] defends truths and rights and African liberation and Black man redemption. We have to give thanks... we represent Jamaican culture and dancehall and reggae!”

— Keznamdi (Grammy Premiere Ceremony)

What’s next

Keznamdi is expected to announce additional tour dates in the coming weeks to expand his U.S. tour beyond the initial Los Angeles and New York City shows.

The takeaway

Keznamdi's upcoming U.S. tour marks a significant milestone in his career, as the Grammy-winning reggae artist brings his unique blend of roots reggae and modern dancehall to new audiences and solidifies his status as a rising ambassador for Jamaican music and culture on the global stage.