Capleton and Tarrus Riley Bring Reggae Fire and Soul to NJPAC as Media Coverage Builds

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Thanksgiving weekend in Newark is getting a powerful Jamaican soundtrack.

Capleton “The Fireman” and Tarrus Riley “Mr. Singy Singy” will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Friday, November 27, 2026, bringing reggae and dancehall to Prudential Hall’s Betty Wold Johnson Stage. Part of the RoadBlock Radio Concert Series, the concert begins at 8 p.m.

Billed as “Reggae Giants Live,” the event brings together two distinctive voices whose music offers plenty of reasons to spend the holiday weekend celebrating with friends and family. The concert is presented by RoadBlock Radio, CCB Int’l and Team NORIE.

Capleton’s reputation rests on a commanding voice, intense performances and music grounded in spiritual conviction and social consciousness. His catalog includes “Tour,” “Wings of the Morning” and “That Day Will Come”—songs that help explain why “The Fireman” remains such a recognizable presence in reggae and dancehall.

Tarrus Riley brings a soulful dimension to the lineup. Known for his expressive vocals and roots-reggae sound, the singer behind “She’s Royal” offers the kind of melodic counterpoint that makes this pairing especially appealing. Together, their contrasting styles give fans an evening that can move between dancehall intensity and heartfelt reggae.

The upcoming show has also attracted attention from music and entertainment publications. Confirmed coverage includes:

• BroadwayWorld, which published a concert announcement on October 6, highlighting the RoadBlock Radio Concert Series and the artists’ upcoming NJPAC appearance.
• Maria Jackson 27 Magazine, which reported on the concert on October 12, confirming the date, venue and performance time.
• World Music Views, which featured the event on October 15, spotlighting the “Reggae Giants Live” billing and both performers’ musical appeal.
• Jamaica Sentinel, which published a October 15 preview focused on the Thanksgiving weekend pairing and its connection to Caribbean music audiences.

The concert is also appearing in entertainment event calendars. DancehallMag has published event listings for the show, while Baller Alert carries a listing with the lineup, ticket information and venue details. These listings add visibility alongside the published concert previews.

That coverage gives fans several places to discover the event as November approaches. For reggae supporters across New Jersey, New York and the surrounding region, the attraction is straightforward: a chance to experience Capleton and Tarrus Riley on the same bill during Thanksgiving weekend.

Doors open at 7 p.m., with showtime at 8 p.m. NJPAC is located at 1 Center Street, Newark, New Jersey. Organizers advertise limited tickets starting at $65, subject to availability.

Tickets are available through the official NJPAC event page, which links directly to Ticketmaster.

Make Friday, November 27 a night for reggae, dancehall and Caribbean culture. Follow WWW.JQXNATION.COM for more concert news and entertainment updates.