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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Friday, August 25, 2006

Reggae's Banton coming to O'ahu

By Wayne Harada
Advertiser Entertainment Writer

Pato Banton performs at 9 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Hawaiian Hut at the Ala Moana hotel.

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Ready for more reggae? Pato Banton, Birmingham-based British superstar, is terminating a seven-year hiatus and hitting the road in September. He'll perform at 9 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Hawaiian Hut on the grounds of the Ala Moana hotel.

Banton has recorded or toured with a string of luminaries, including Sting, Peter Gabriel & WOMAD, UB40, Steel Pulse, English Beat and General Public.

His "Life Is a Miracle" album earned a Grammy nomination in 2000; during his break, Banton established a music program for United Kingdom colleges to aid underprivileged and at-risk youths.

Advance tickets are $20. Information: BC Productions at 396-0248.

Reach Wayne Harada at wharada@honoluluadvertiser.com.