Nasio Fontaine Receive National Award

Nasio Fontaine, on the heels of a mystical performance in his homeland – the first time he has played Dominica in over a decade – will receive his country’s highest award at a ceremony this Saturday night, November 3rd. 

Nasio will be honored by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica with the Sisserou Award of Honour presented for meritorious service to the island. 

This humble Rastafarian burst onto the international reggae scene with the release of “Reggae Power” in 1994. He subsequently has released three critically-acclaimed CDs, “Revolution,” “Living In The Positive” and “Universal Cry.” A greatest hits compilation entitled “Rise Up” (with a companion cd documenting two unforgettable shows last year in Sierra Leone) has also just been released. 

Nasio’s powerful performance on October 25th before 20,000 mesmerized fans, is still the talk of Dominica. Just as his set was about to begin and his name was announced, lightning and thunder struck and the heavens opened up with a torrential 45-minute downpour. This could not stop the return of Nasio, though, as the jam-packed, drenched crowd stayed to witness a stellar 90-minute set by one of the most gifted artists on the planet. 

The award presentation will begin at 4 p.m. at the Windsor Park Stadium. For more information on Nasio, check out www.nasio.com.

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