Simmer Down Festival 14th Edition: A Celebration of Music and Arts
A Lifetime Achievement Award for Beverley Kelso
The 14th edition of the Simmer Down Festival was held at Handsworth Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom on July 28th. This annual music and arts festival celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Birmingham, and this year’s event did not disappoint.
Beverley Kelso: The Only Surviving Member of the Original Wailers
This year, Miss Beverley Kelso, the only surviving member of the original Wailers, received a lifetime achievement award. As a backing vocalist, she sang on approximately 25 tracks with the group between 1963 and 1965. The deaths of Junior Braithwaite in 1999, Cherry Smith in 2008, and Bunny Wailer in 2021 have left Beverley Kelso as the only living person from that ensemble.
Performers and Lineup
In addition to honoring Beverley Kelso, the Simmer Down Festival featured a star-studded lineup of performers, including Grammy nominee Julian Marley, who performed with The Uprising Band, Queens of Lovers Rock, Janet Kay, and Carroll Thompson, as well as Peter Hunnigale, Peter Spence, Keisha White, Macka B, and Mad Professor, among many others.
Award Acceptance
Unfortunately, Beverley Kelso was not available to accept the award in person. Instead, Kelvin Grant, of the infamous Musical Youth, received the award on her behalf. You can see her response to getting the Lifetime Achievement Award by clicking here.
Download Beverley Kelso’s New Song “Simmer Down”
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BEVERLEY KELSO’S NEW SONG “SIMMER DOWN”
Conclusion
The 14th edition of the Simmer Down Festival was a huge success, celebrating the music and arts of Birmingham and honoring the legacy of Beverley Kelso. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for this annual event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Simmer Down Festival?
A: Miss Beverley Kelso, the only surviving member of the original Wailers, received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Q: Who performed at the Simmer Down Festival?
A: The festival featured a star-studded lineup of performers, including Julian Marley, The Uprising Band, Queens of Lovers Rock, Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson, and many more.
Q: How can I download Beverley Kelso’s new song “Simmer Down”?
A: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BEVERLEY KELSO’S NEW SONG “SIMMER DOWN”.