Jamaica's first dancehall superstar, Yellowman ushered in a new era in reggae music following Bob Marley's death. His early-'80s success brought the popularity of toasting -- the reggae equivalent of rapping -- to a whole new level, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. Yellowman is considered a pioneer of dancehall music and has influenced many artists, including Shabba Ranks, Sean Paul, and Beenie Man.
He has also been recognized for his advocacy for people with albinism and his efforts to raise awareness about social issues in Jamaica.
World-class and local Bay Area artists perform here. Before and during the show, we offer a sophisticated dinner menu and a wide selection of wines and cocktails to order. Seating is First-come, First-choice of seating in the purchased section. Policies are subject to change.
Tall chairs with padded seats, sat side by side bright blue Floor Tables : Table Seating on the floor. Pairs sat opposite each other dark blue Center Platform: Elevated viewing section with good sight lines. Pairs sat opposite each other light blue ADA for those that require accessible seating. Companions purchase Floor Table. Pairs sat opposite each other.
For better or for worse, he also epitomized dancehall's penchant for "slack" lyrics -- that is, casual violence, sexism, homophobia, and general rudeness. Graphic sexuality was his particular forte, reaching levels of explicitness previously unheard in Jamaica. It brought him numerous detractors, but it was also a big reason for his early popularity. There was more to it than that, though; Yellowman was one of the most verbally nimble toasters of his time, with a loose, easy flow, a talent for improvisation, and a definite wit in his wordplay.
