Dates also include Birmingham and Manchester.
The Jamaican dancehall artist, Vybz Kartel, is coming to London and has announced several shows in the United Kingdom this summer. The Worl' Boss Tour lands at London’s 02 on 4 and 5 September, before visiting Manchester’s Co-Op Live on 10 September and Birmingham’s bp pulse LIVE on 19 September 2025.
Vybz Kartel, real name Adidja Azim Palmer, has made a name for himself in Jamaica and beyond. His music brings together reggae, dancehall, and provocative lyrics. He began writing music as a teenager and rose to prominence in the early 2000s.
Over his career, he has also collaborated with Alison Hinds, Major Lazor, Missy Elliott and Rihanna. His singles include Dancehall Hero, Summer Time and Romping Shop. His albums include King of Dancehall, Kingston Story and Pin Di Gaza. Plus, the Grammy Award-nominated EP Party With Me. His impact on Jamaican music and global pop culture remains both controversial and enduring.
After London, Vybz Kartel will also be bringing The Worl' Boss Tour to Malta on 11 and 12 September. He will also be playing at Wireless Festival, which runs from 11 to 13 July in Finsbury Park, East London. Vybz Kartel will perform on 13 July, bringing his signature sounds to the event.
Wireless Festival will be headlined by the Canadian rapper Drake on all three nights. This marks Drake's first performance in the United Kingdom in six years, and he is the first artist to headline one festival for three nights. Each night, he will be playing a different set list and be joined by a different co-star. Other artists include Burna Boy, PARTYNEXTDOOR and Summer Walker.
Tickets to see Vybz Kartel live in London are available now and are priced from £120.
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