GET SPLASHED UNDER THE MARCH FULL MOON
ANGUILLA’S 16TH ANNUAL MOONSPLASH MUSIC FESTIVAL
ANNOUNCES LINEUP

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Buju Banton, whose fusion of traditional roots rock, contemporary R&B and dancehall DJ'ing have earned him status as one of the most popular musicians in Jamaican history, will headline what has become one of the Caribbean’s best-known and most-loved festivals. A mix of reggae, funk, folk and jazz, the lineup also includes Anthony B, The Roots & Herbs, Alana Davis, Joshua and Joanne Williams. Bankie Banx and the All Star Band, reggae guitar legend Cat Coore, bass virtuoso Benjy Myaz, pianist Onaje Allan Gumbs, drummer Tony Ruptom and keyboardist Ahs Hodge - will provide an amazing mix of music power.

The musical feast will also see Bankie Banx reunited with The Roots & Herbs, 30 years after they pioneered reggae music in the Eastern Caribbean. Pat McKay of Sirius Satellite Radio and Oluwakemi Linda Banks will host this year’s festival.

Moonsplash will be held at the renowned Dune Preserve, an eco-friendly beach nightclub set on two-acres along the shores of Rendezvous Bay. Home to Bankie Banx for almost 15 years, the venue has been described as "the coolest place in the Caribbean" and "the region's most artistically eclectic beach bar."
The festival kicks off with the Moonsplash cocktail party and jazz showcase at Cap Juluca on Thursday evening. Guests will have the chance to mingle with many of the Moonsplash performing artists and enjoy an intimate performance by jazz pianist Onaje Allan Gumbs. The festival features two nights of seaside concerts at the Dune Preserve. Friday night is International Night with reggae star Anthony B, Joshua, The All Star Band and Joanne Williams. Saturday night is Reggae Legends Night with headliner Buju Banton, Alana Davis, The Allstar Band and the reunion of Bankie Banx & The Roots and Herbs. The festival culminates on Sunday with a grand beach party. Sunday's activities begin at noon and include local food and drinks, live music, traditional boat races, beach volleyball, and the annual Moonsplash Fashion Show.

The following ticket prices are for advance ticket sales and may be reserved by emailing [email protected]

  • March 16, 2006 - Cocktail Party - $50.00
  • March 17, 2006 - International Night - $25.00
  • March 18, 2006 - Reggae Legends Night - $30.00
  • Season Pass: International Night & Reggae Legends Night - $45.00

All of the net profits of Moonsplash 2006 will benefit Project Stingray on Anguilla, a not-for-profit music and art education program, co-founded by Bankie Banx in conjunction with Triple Crown Culture Yard. Major sponsors for Moonsplash 2006 include the Government of Anguilla and the Anguilla Tourist Board, Cap Juluca Hotel, Cable & Wireless, and Temenos Anguilla, a St. Regis Resort.

For information on the event call the Anguilla Tourist Board at 1 877 4 ANGUILLA or visit www.bankiebanx.net. To learn more about Anguilla, visit www.anguilla-vacation.com.