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A sold-out crowd of more than 18,500 fans was treated to an unforgettable night of music.</p> <p>Buju Banton took the stage in full force, clad in all white, and captivated the audience for a phenomenal two-hour performance. Special guests Gramps Morgan, Ras Shiloh and Wayne Wonder added to the magic of the evening, with Wayne Wonder drawing cheers and nostalgia from fans with his hit songs like <b>Searching</b>, <b>Bonafide Love</b>, and <b>No Letting Go</b>.</p> <p>Gramps Morgan, who has been accompanying Buju Banton on the Overcomer Tour, shared heartfelt memories of their journey together, spanning more than 25 years. Reflecting on their enduring partnership, Gramps Morgan expressed gratitude for the opportunity to perform alongside his brother once again and create unforgettable experiences for fans.</p> <p>The Barclays Center was alive with energy and enthusiasm as Buju Banton & Til Shiloh Band wowed the audience with his signature hits and infectious stage presence. This sold-out show follows a string of successful performances, making it Buju Banton’s third sold-out show in New York within five months and the fifth sold-out show on the Overcomer Tour to date. </p><div id="jg-newsletter-sign-up" class="jg-newsletter-sign-up"> <div class="block-inner"> <h2 class="block-title"> Headlines Delivered to Your Inbox </h2> <div class="block-content"> <a href="https://member.jamaica-gleaner.com/subscription/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=textlink&utm_campaign=NewsletterSignUp"> Sign up for The Gleaner’s morning and evening newsletters. </a> </div> </div> </div> <p>“I thank you for loving reggae music, we have shown the world that reggae music is the music of the people and will uplift the people no matter where they are from, as long as we have a chance to come together we will. 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