The City of Boston has officially declared August 13 as Beres Hammond Day, honoring the Jamaican reggae singer whose soulful love songs have captivated audiences worldwide for decades.
The proclamation was presented at Hammond’s sold-out performance at the Wilbur Theatre by Jamaican-American Bianca Rose, the city’s Caribbean Cultural Advisor, on behalf of Mayor Michelle Wu.
“August 13th is officially Beres Hammond Day in Boston, long live the king of lovers rock!” Rose wrote on Instagram, reflecting on the honor and her personal connection to Hammond’s music. “Beres Hammond is arguably everyone’s favorite, the voice that can turn a room full of strangers into one big family. His music is pure soul, pure love, and pure reggae magic, uniting generations and cultures effortlessly.”…