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RBC Amphitheatre
The Trinidadian soca group, KES — a.k.a “Kes the Band” is bringing their electric mix of R&B, Pop, Rock, Soca, EDM and reggae tunes to the stage with a new Roots, Rock, Soca Tour planned out for the year. With shows across North America and Europe on the list, it’s gonna be a jam-packed trek as they perform their best hits, iconic tunes, and more surprises for wild crowds. As a band crowned as T&T's International Groovy Soca Monarch in 2011, their enduring legacy made them one of the world’s best-known acts in the genre. Turning the summer heat right up, it’s time to celebrate, sing along, and get up on your feet as their Soca hits take over.
With a big night lined up in Toronto, this is your chance to catch them perform under the stars at RBC Amphitheatre on Saturday, July 4th. We still have the best seats up for grabs, so book your tickets now!
Get ready for a showcase of ROOTS, ROCK, and SOCA on TOUR as KES kicks off a wild run of shows across North America. This year, the band will be bringing their genre-bending traditional Caribbean sounds with modern takes. Infusing elements of R&B, Pop, Rock, Soca, EDM and reggae in their tunes, they make some of the most unique music out there.
“Roots, Rock, Soca is our story and a representation of Caribbean culture and music. This tour aims to share that joyful spirit with new fans,” said Kees Dieffenthaller.
The tour announcement follows a great year so far for the “We Home” band. In January, they had a sold-out two-night performance at the Unity Jazz Festival — showcasing the wonder of Soca music in one of the world’s highly-respected Jazz music institutions. They also held a sold-out night at SummerStage in Central Park, once again showcasing Soca music, offering a cultural night in the heart of Manhattan.
The band is made up of Kees Dieffenthaller on lead vocals, Jon Dieffenthaller on guitar, Geiron Mang and Mario Callender on keyboards, Dean James on drums, and Riad Boochoon on bass. Their live shows feature a team of creative hearts who help bring the magic of Soca to new heights.
Led by these brothers, the band grew up developing a heart for music. In college, they met Riad Boochoon, a classically trained pianist, and they later formed the core of what would become Limestone and Rydimorai. In 2006, they released their debut album “Three Baldheads and a Dread” as Kes, featuring songs like “Stay with Me” and “Heads High.”
In 2011, Kes the band released their fourth studio album “Wotless.” Marking their mainstream breakthrough, it’s an era that defined the group’s massive rise. They became the first Caribbean band to perform on Good Day New,York. They were also nominated for a BET Soul Train Music Award, for “Best Caribbean Performance.” From then on, Kes kept it all up, making signature masterpieces that solidified their reputation, making Soca go global. They were also crowned T&T's International Groovy Soca Monarch.
With a big night lined up in Toronto, Kes is set to get the ground shaking as they perform their best Soca tracks on the big stage, under the stars. With stunning views and a convenient location, it’s one of the best spots for live events. Formerly known as the Budweiser Stage, it packs plenty of history hosting some of the world’s best artists.
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RBC Amphitheatre, Toronto, Ontario, , Canada