Black Uhuru With Georgetown Orbits in Seattle
Nectar Lounge in SeattleWed, Sep 9, 2026 Β· 08:00 PM
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BLACK UHURU plus Georgetown Orbits (21+ Event) is a Music / World / World event at Nectar Lounge in Seattle.
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Black Uhuru bring their deep roots-reggae legacy to Seattle for an evening of live Jamaican sound, with The Georgetown Orbits sharing the bill. The group, formed in Kingston's Waterhouse district and anchored by Derrick 'Duckie' Simpson, helped shape the genre while working with Sly and Robbie and took home the first-ever Grammy for Best Reggae Album for Anthem.
Expect a set that draws on a catalogue stretching from their Prince Jammy-produced beginnings to later studio releases, delivered by a band that has weathered many line-up changes without losing its roots. This Seattle show pairs a celebrated international act with The Georgetown Orbits for a full evening of reggae.
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- Carry government-issued ID β this is a 21+ event.
- Catch the full bill: The Georgetown Orbits open before Black Uhuru headlines.
- The show takes place in Seattle; factor in travel time.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Uhuru' mean?
Uhuru is the Swahili word for 'freedom'.
Who has anchored Black Uhuru through its line-up changes?
Derrick 'Duckie' Simpson has been the mainstay member.
Which album brought Black Uhuru its first Grammy?
Anthem won the first-ever Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album.
Where did Black Uhuru first form?
The group formed in the Waterhouse district of Kingston, Jamaica.
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Black Uhuru is a Jamaican reggae group formed in 1972, initially as Uhuru.More
The group has undergone several line-up changes over the years, with Derrick "Duckie" Simpson as the mainstay.
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