Rebel Salute expands to Miami

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Published:Wednesday | March 5, 2025 | 12:07 AM

 Consul General for Jamaica in Miami, Oliver Mair; Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) Executive Chairman Gary Peart; Co-Founder of Kekoon Restaurant and Lounge, Hans Mullings; and Tony Rebel during the Rebel Salute Miami Launch on Sunday.

From left: Consul General for Jamaica in Miami, Oliver Mair; Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) Executive Chairman Gary Peart; Co-Founder of Kekoon Restaurant and Lounge, Hans Mullings; and Tony Rebel during the Rebel Salute Miami Launch on Sunday.

Queen Ifrica brings her high energy to the Rebel Salute Miami Launch.

Queen Ifrica brings her high energy to the Rebel Salute Miami Launch.

Rebel Salute team members Jahyudah Barrett and Ryan Bailey.

Rebel Salute team members Jahyudah Barrett and Ryan Bailey.

Jody-Ann Gray brought the heat and ensured the energy was electric.

Jody-Ann Gray brought the heat and ensured the energy was electric.

One of Jamaica’s premier cultural events, Rebel Salute, launched for the first time in Miami, Florida, on Sunday with the support of Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL). This expansion brings the essence of one of Jamaica’s most beloved reggae festivals to an international stage, allowing fans in South Florida to experience its signature blend of roots, culture, and conscious music.

For over three decades, Rebel Salute has been a cornerstone of Jamaica’s entertainment scene, preserving and promoting reggae’s rich heritage. As a long-time supporter of local entertainment, Supreme Ventures is proud to help introduce Rebel Salute to an international audience. The Miami launch serves as a bridge between Jamaica and the wider Caribbean diaspora, offering reggae fans in South Florida an authentic taste of the festival’s signature experience.

Speaking at the launch Sunday, at Kekoon Restaurant and Lounge in Miami, Florida, SVL executive chairman Gary Peart stated: “Rebel Salute is more than just a festival – it’s a movement that celebrates the very best of Jamaica’s music and culture. We are thrilled to support its expansion into Miami, allowing even more people to experience the magic of this iconic event.”

The launch event at Kekoon Restaurant and Lounge delivered an immersive reggae experience, bringing together key figures from the entertainment industry, artistes like Queen Ifrica, and cultural advocates to celebrate this exciting new chapter for Rebel Salute.

With this expansion, Rebel Salute is set to grow its global footprint, introducing the heartbeat of reggae to new audiences while staying true to its roots. Supreme Ventures’ support of Rebel Salute’s Miami debut aligns with its broader strategy to invest in entertainment that elevates culture on the world stage.

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