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SUMMARY:Reggae Monday at the HOPE Freedom Music Festival Monday 31st August 2026
DESCRIPTION:Reggae Monday – 31st August 2026 at the HOPE Freedom Music Festival promises a beautiful day of sunshine\, uplifting music and pure good vibes. Headlining the day is Matt Hoy\, bringing his signature blend of soulful R&B and reggae\, with powerful messages of hope\, freedom and unity.\nWe’re also delighted to welcome back Sahida Apsara and Kaya Ori for their second year\, alongside exciting new faces Kairo and The Diamond Project\, adding fresh energy and unforgettable performances to the line-up. \nReggae Monday wouldn’t be the same without the amazing Yogiman and Ayito who have played at Reggae Monday every year since it started\, they both bring soulful sounds and reggae vibes to keep the energy flowing throughout the day. \nAnd not forgetting the return of the amazing Bowls and Bass for their second year — a truly unique fusion of deeply relaxing singing bowls and sound bath frequencies blended with the uplifting pulse of drum and bass\, creating an unforgettable musical healing journey. \nExpect a joyful atmosphere\, conscious music\, dancing\, connection and a celebration of community spirit as we come together for one unforgettable Reggae Monday. \n2026 Lineup\nMatt Hoy \nSahida Apsara \nAyito \nKairo \nKaya Ori \nYogiman \nBowls and Bass \nThe Diamond Project \nThe Vibe & Voice tent will hold conscious talks and workshops from some of your favourite speakers covering a fascinating range of topics! \nOur closing ceremony for 2026 is going to be awesome\, with a relaxing Sound Bath with Bowls and Bass. \nAnd not forgetting FOOD!! In true Reggae style on the menu there will also be authentic Jamaican street food for you to enjoy. \nDoors open 10am and event finishes at 9pm. \nFor those with a FULL weekend Festival ticket Reggae Monday is included! \nAdult ticket £40\nKids ticket 12-17yrs £20\nKids ticket 5-11yrs £10\nKids 4yrs and under go FREE\nFamily Day ticket (2 adults + 2 kids) £75 \nMonday night camping & parking included \nMatt Hoy\nFormerly a vocalist with UB40 featuring Ali Campbell and Astro\, Matt Hoy made headlines in 2021 when he was forced to leave the band after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine on medical advice. Standing by his personal and health choices\, Matt has since embraced a vibrant solo career\, blending soulful R&B and reggae influences. \nHis inspiring single “Strong (Heroes and Heroines)” reflects his journey of resilience and authenticity. Today\, Matt continues to uplift audiences around the world with his heartfelt performances\, powerful voice and message of hope\, freedom and unity. \nDJ Ayito\nDJ Ayito\, a trailblazer in the UK reggae scene\, started as a sound woman for Unit 137 sound system. Now\, as a resident with Wake Up The Lions and Rompas Reggae Shack\, she shares her talent alongside renowned sound systems like Reggae Roast\, Mungos Hi fi\, and Lion Pulse. Ayito’s diverse music collection reflects her love for reggae\, dub\, and exclusive steppas\, all vibrating with heavy bass. \nHer focus on conscious lyrics aims to free minds and souls\, making her selections a gateway to freedom. Empowering women in the industry\, Ayito’s mission goes beyond music\, driven by a deep love for cultural authenticity. \nKaya Ori\nKaya Ori is the fusion of Jessica Lewis\, Masta Shen\, and Aylon. Together they bring a magical blend and balance of musical skills\, harmonic voices\, and cultural inspirations\, sharing their inner wisdom through their original heartfelt songs they have each received\, and also unique covers of other medicine songs from around the world. \nFrom soft and gentle heart-opening melodies to high energy\, joyful and uplifting earthy vibrations\, Kaya Ori are excited to unite their voices and hold the space for all present to journey through their consciousness as they share their distinctive sonic medicine. \nYogiman\nYogiMan plays conscious sound musical vibes for each and everyone\, aiming to reach those in need of joy\, hope and empowerment. \nPlaying for all those who resonate with truth\, rights\, unity and love\, aiming to gather one and all to celebrate Life in Love through the power of Music = Word & Sound with movement of the body\, to help connect and rebalance; mind body & soul\, with one another and the wider environment; GrandMother Nature & the Universe all coming together as ONE. \nAs a certified holistic health practitioner during the day\, when selecting music YogiMan aims to get people into their hearts and become present through the power of word & sound and feeling connected to the wider Universe the ONE Source of Creation. \nSahida Apsara\nSahida Apsara is an Australian poet\, singer-songwriter\, rapper\, dancer\, and arts educator known for her soulful fusion of hip-hop\, reggae\, and world music. Born in Singapore to Indian and Malay heritage\, she began traveling at 19 and eventually settled in Melbourne\, where she became a prominent voice in community arts and cultural activism. \nHer latest album\, Prayer For My Daughters (2025)\, is a powerful tribute to womanhood\, healing\, and ancestral strength. The album features collaborations with artists like Dub FX\, Alais Clay\, and Paolo Baldini DubFiles\, and includes standout tracks such as “Mama’s Daughter\,” “Liberation\,” and “Universal Mind.” \nApsara’s music is deeply rooted in themes of self-empowerment\, social justice\, and spiritual resilience. She has received the Victorian Government Multicultural Award for Excellence for her work in community-building through the arts and was awarded a UNESCO grant to study poetry in New York. \nIn addition to her musical endeavors\, Sahida co-founded “Sisters for Sisters\,” a Melbourne-based collective that uses art and creativity to support social change. She also runs “Jiggle Jam\,” a music and movement program for toddlers in Lisbon\, Portugal. \nSahida Apsara’s performances are a vibrant blend of rhythm\, poetry\, and purpose\, offering audiences an immersive experience that celebrates cultural heritage and personal transformation. \nAbout the HOPE Freedom Music Festival\nThe HOPE Freedom Music Festival 2026 will be a massive 4 day event this year and it is definitely one not to be missed! Taking place over the August bank holiday: 28th-31st August 2026\, this glorious event will be a fundraiser for the HOPE Sussex Community project\, with all profits being poured back into the running\, development and expansion of HOPE. Our first three festivals were both outstanding successes and blasted our own expectations out of the water! The feedback was awesome\, and we are now using that energy to propel us into our next celebration of freedom and love in 2026! \nThis festival is about Beautiful and High Vibes\, Love\, Community\, Good Times and ultimately FREEDOM! We want to honour and celebrate those artists that have kept their integrity over the past 5 years and who have stood up bold and proud against tyranny! The purpose of this festival is to bring like-minded people together for a wonderful celebration of life. We want to empower you\, inspire you and leave you feeling like you are absolutely unstoppable\, because you are! \nPlease Support HOPE\nHOPE Sussex Community is a truly special place and your support helps keep it alive and thriving. \nEvery penny we raise goes straight back into this grassroots project\, ensuring it remains a safe\, inspiring and nurturing space for families and children to grow\, learn and connect. \nThank you. \nPLEASE NOTE:\nHOPE Freedom Music Festival Dog Policy\nWe have been forced to change our dog policy and we are not permitting any dogs on our site for the festival. Sadly we have made this decision due to incidents involving livestock and irresponsible dog owners. \nFor the safety of our festival family\, local wildlife\, and surrounding livestock\, dogs are not permitted on site. \nThe only exceptions are: \nRegistered Assistance Dogs (e.g. guide dogs\, hearing dogs\, medical alert dogs)\, in line with the Equality Act 2010. \nEach assistance dog must be trained to carry out specific tasks for its handler and remain under control at all times. \nTherapy dogs\, emotional support animals\, and pets are not permitted. \nIf you require more than one registered assistance dog\, please contact us in advance so we can make suitable arrangements support@hopesussex.co.uk \nThank you for understanding and helping us keep the site safe for everyone\, people and animals alike.
URL:https://hopesussex.co.uk/event/reggae-monday-at-the-hope-freedom-music-festival-monday-31st-august-2026/
LOCATION:HOPE Sussex Community\, Ivyland farm\, Netherfield Road\, Netherfield\, Battle\, Hastings\, East Sussex\, TN33 9QB\, United Kingdom
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