Michael Blackson (Representing Africa: Comedian/Actor - Comedy Central, Next Friday, Philanthropist) and Majah Hype (Representing Caribbean: Comedian/Actor- Farewell Amour) on stage having the official African vs. Caribbean sound clash at The Atlanta African Caribbean Festival.

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Rotimi, T.O.K, Flavour, Pretty Vee, Michael Blackson & Majah Hype Headline The Atlanta African Caribbean Fest Bringing Cultural and Musical Unity

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Published on October 9, 2023

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AfroBeats, Soukous, and Amapiano met Reggae, Soca, and Dancehall blended together beautifully at the Atlanta African Caribbean Music, Food & Art Festival (AC Fest) at Piedmont Park this past weekend. This year’s AC Fest came with some heavy hitters in a fun-loving African vs. Caribbean culture clash including Michael Blackson (Representing Africa: Comedian/Actor – Comedy Central, Next Friday, Philanthropist) vs. Majah Hype (Representing Caribbean: Comedian/Actor- Farewell Amour), and our headliners Rotimi (Representing Africa: Actor- Power, Coming 2 America, and Recording Artist), and Flavour (Representing Africa: Nigerian Recording Artist) shut down the stage down while bringing that extra saucy Naija flavor. City of Atlanta Councilman Byron Amos presented DDM York and the Botchey Brothers with an official welcome letter to the city of Atlanta.

The AC Fest was produced by DDM York and the Botchey Brothers and was created to explore the cultural intersection between African & Caribbean culture. We brought together a collective of cultures, from West Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas … each with its unique vibes, creating an amazing celebration of family and friends! Attendees enjoyed Afro-Caribbean music, dance, fashion, and amazing food while putting in their bid on the infamous question: Which Nation makes the best Jollof rice?! In a friendly and fun competition, we showcased Afrobeats vs. Reggae, Amapiano vs. Soca /Calypso, Jollof Rice vs. rice & peas, Caribbean dances vs. African dances and so much more. In the park, hundreds of AC Fest attendees had the opportunity to visit a special “Soul Healing Center” activation curated by The Resource Guild that included access to wellness resources including complimentary 6-10 minute mental health “Soul Healing Chats” with certified mental health professionals, homeless prevention, substance abuse, suicide prevention, reiki, yoga and more.

City of Atlanta **Councilman Byron Amos** presented DDM York and **The Bothchey Brothers** with the official welcome letter to Atlanta at the **Atlanta African Caribbean Festival**.
*Photographed left to right: Representing Africa:* ***K Botchey*** *(Brand Curator, Influencer, Business Owner, Entrepreneur),* ***Ais York****(Founder of R&B Soul Picnic/DDM York),* ***Councilman Byron Amos*** *(Atlanta City Councilman, District 3.),* ***Mr. Daniel Dickey****(Renaissance Man, Award Winning Brand Strategist – The Resource Guild), and Osei Kweku (Director of Biz Dev – DDM,*
*International Curator/Translator – V103)*

Therapists from the **Soul Healing Center** pose with TRG staff at the **Atlanta African Caribbean Festival**.
*Photographed left to right: Top Row: Representing Caribbean:* ***Rosetta Delancey*** *(LMSW),* ***Lex Fitch*** *(Executive Liaison- The Resource Guild),* ***Jaslyn Bailey*** *(MSW-G, LCSW ),* ***Tieara LeeAnn*** *(MSW, CAMS),* ***Mr. Daniel Dickey*** *(Renaissance Man, Award Winning Brand Strategist – The Resource Guild), Representing Caribbean:* ***Monique Spaulding*** *(LCSW) and Arielle Brown (The Resource Guild Volunteer). Bottom Row;* ***Randi Okray*** *(Multimedia Maven, Brand Strategist- The Resource Guild) and* ***Dreama****(DDM York Promotions Volunteer).*

Related Topics:AC Fest, African Caribbean Music, Botchey Brothers, DDM York, Featured, Flavour, Food & Art Festival, Majah Hype, Pretty Vee, Rotimi, T.O.K

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