Farhad's biggest shows yet, Seattle 4-6 February 2009

Seattle, 4, 5 and 6 February 2009

Farhad's biggest shows happened this week. Maxi Priest, arguably the premier name in popular reggae music, along with Ras Indio and DJ Element performed on 4'th February. Next, Farhad hosted the Reggae Consciousness Festival, his Fourth Annual Seattle Tribute to Bob Marley on 5'th and 6'th February. The festival featured local, regional, national and international musical talent, as well as Caribbean films, craft displays and food to honor reggae and African culture. Planned as an event for the whole family to enjoy, all ages were invited to dance it up, reggae style.

Said Farhad "My production company, Culture Yard, has been really busy so far this February with our Bob Marley Birthday Tribute concert. 

“It’s a wonder I end up at this world-class venue (the King Kat Theatre) producing reggae music. It’s really something! 400 people came that night, and every one of the 5 performing groups loved the interaction with the enthused audience, a large percentage of whom were under 21. But Friday Feb 6, Bob’s birthday, was the real victory. I had 500 ticket-buyers, a theater a-buzz with good vibes and plenty of great people and performers. The night ran smoothly, and everyone was happy. I even squeezed in an acoustic performance from a troupe of 18 Capoeria dancers (a popular Afro-Brazilian martial art that uses drums), and had 9 vendors set up throughout. All the catered food sold out both nights, and I was able to donate $407 each to 2 charities, one local and environmental, and the other Jamaica-based. I was elated and felt like it was a new year!"