BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
Honiara came alive on Saturday night, July 12, 2025 as international reggae dancehall star Busy Signal, Reanno Devon Gordon, rocked the stage with his famous hits at DC Park.
The event drew thousands of excited fans who sang along to some of his biggest global hits like One More Night, Perfect Spot and Comfort Zone, among others.
The audience danced, sang along and soaked up the vibrant rhythms as the Jamaican superstar delivered a high-powered show.
“Peace and love to everyone. No matter where you are, who you are, where you from – peace and love,” Busy said to the massive crowd.
Prior to the show, upon arrival at Honiara International Airport, he received a warm welcome from traditional panpipers, local fans, event organisers and members of the media.
Speaking to reporters at the airport, Busy said it’s “our love” and they are here to represent the music, the people and to empower people through the love of music.
“It is a worldwide blessing for us. It’s about love,” he said.
Born in St. Ann Parish, Jamaica, in 1979, Busy Signal became one of the most recognisable names in dancehall reggae, known for his energetic performances and messages of love and unity.
His visit adds to a rich legacy of international stars who have performed in the country, joining the ranks of artists such as Julian Marley (2014), Shaggy (2014), Fiji Veikoso (2014), Inner Circle (2014), Gramps Morgan (2012), Big Mountain (2018), Anthony B (2020), Rock City (2020), Christafari (2019 & 2025), and IYAZ (2020).
The Busy Signal Live Concert was co-hosted by Solutions International Group (SI Group), Kandere Party and Cowboys Bar & Grill as part of a broader initiative to promote international music tourism and celebrate 1st Wan Kadere Independence Day Festival 2025.
In a statement, Kadere Party said, “The Busy Signal Live Concert is more than entertainment – it’s a bold step forward in music tourism for the Solomon Islands. By hosting internationally renowned artists right here at home, we’re:
- Showcasing our nation as a rising destination for global music and culture
- Creating job opportunities for local creatives, vendors and event professionals
- Promoting cultural exchange and unity through music
- Inspiring a new generation of Solomon Islands artists”
With his full stage band by his side, Busy Signal not only delivered a world-class performance but also helped position Solomon Islands on the global music map.
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