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Established in 1990, CARIBBEAN VIBE has performed for many events in the U.S. and beyond. Featured live on The Today Show and The View, Caribbean Vibe’s performers provide fun, festive music, sharing and elevating the joy of an instrument whose origin is rooted in the history of Afro-Trinidadian struggle for freedom. Also known as the steel pan, the steel drum is the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. It exemplifies resilience and resistance against oppression and a fine example of human ingenuity.

STRYKERS’ POSSE, led by powerhouse vocalists Ichelle Cole and Yvonne Deane Hibbert, often called the East Coast “Queens of Reggae,” has been a vibrant force in the region’s reggae scene for decades. Known for their high‑energy performances and rich cultural roots, the group has shared stages with legendary artists including The Wailers, Burning Spear, and Maxi Priest. Their dynamic sound and commanding presence continue to uplift audiences across the DMV and beyond.

B.T. Richardson is a Washington, D.C., born and Los Angeles raised singer, songwriter, and bassist who has led his eclectic band THE BLACK COFFEE EXPERIENCE since 1995. A dynamic performer, he has shared stages with artists such as VINX, Son Seals, Bo Diddley, Marva Wright, and El DeBarge. His touring career has taken him to major festivals and venues worldwide, and his creative work also includes commercial and independent film projects.

Since 1990, THE MOONLIGHTERS® have been performing across the United States as one of the most beloved and authentic Motown and variety dance bands, with a repertoire of more than 400 songs spanning multiple styles. Their spot‑on vocals, tight musicianship, and standout showmanship make every performance unforgettable. Known for getting audiences on their feet, The Moonlighters® read the crowd with ease, take requests, and create an interactive, high‑energy experience. They are excited to be back in Bowie.

Honest Lee Soul, co‑founded by CULLEN DECHANT and RAHSAAN “WORDSLAVE” ELDRIDGE, has been bringing its soulful, genre‑blending sound to the DMV since forming in Annapolis in 2017. With roots in soul, blues, funk, hip hop, gospel, and rock, the band expanded with Reggie Maddox on bass, Kirk Meyers on keys, and Devin Brown on drums, releasing the full‑length albums One Life and Testify. Voted Best Blues Band by the MD Music Awards in 2024 and honored with a RAMMIE in 2025, HLS continues to deliver performances built on one simple mission: Make ’em feel something. Make ’em move.

THE BRENCORE ALLSTARS are a ten‑piece R&B and funk band from the Washington, D.C., area featuring some of the region’s top musicians and vocalists. Known for filling the dance floor, they deliver the high‑energy funk classics audiences love. The band has performed throughout the eastern region, including The Carlyle Club, Howard Theatre, State Theatre, and Roanoke Rapids Theatre, covering artists such as Jill Scott, Frankie Beverly and MAZE, Prince, Michael Jackson, Cameo, Parliament Funkadelic, and more. A dynamic show for anyone who loves the funk.

GENO MARRIOTT & THE SPIRIT OF JAZZ is a high‑energy, contemporary smooth jazz and R&B ensemble known for its dynamic shows, tight musicianship, and engaging crowd interaction. Led by recording artist and saxophonist Geno Marriott, the group has performed at major festivals and venues across the country, including the Hampton Jazz Festival, The Jazz Legacy, and Keystone Korner. Their versatile sound spans smooth jazz, R&B, classic rock, blues, country, and Latin love songs, all driven by Geno’s belief that music brings people together.

JULIUS ROSEWOOD, formerly known as Diquan Julius, is a rising recording artist from South Carolina now based in the Washington, D.C., area. His rebrand reflects a powerful evolution in sound and identity shaped by personal growth and a sharpened creative vision. Blending hip hop, R&B, and melodic rap, he creates music rooted in authenticity, resilience, and self‑discovery. Known for his introspective storytelling and polished production, he continues to build momentum through independent releases, a growing streaming presence, and performances across the region.

MIA SAMONE began her musical journey at just three years old, singing alongside her mother in the gospel group The Determinetts. Known for a vocal range that moves from sweet, angelic falsetto to rich, soulful mezzo, she refined her craft at the Baltimore School for the Arts under the mentorship of the late Nathan Carter. She has since shared her powerful sound on stages across the country and abroad, performing throughout the East Coast with Double O Entertainment and continuing to captivate audiences with her dynamic, heartfelt artistry.

AUTUMN LABELLA is a two-time‑Wammie Award-winning recording artist, singer‑songwriter, emcee, musician, vocal producer, and creative director from Prince George’s County, Maryland. Her electric stage presence and vibrant vocals blend hip-hop, jazz, go-go, funk, and R&B into a dynamic, genre‑fusing sound. She has collaborated with DMV favorites including Andrew Hypes, Matt McGhee, J. ADDO, MACK, Cheakaity, and has taken the stage at venues such as The Howard Theatre, Union Stage, Songbyrd DC, and the 9:30 Club. Also a dedicated wellness professional, Autumn LaBella brings creativity, intention, and community to every performance.

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County is pleased to announce its 9th annual Celebrate Africa Festival on September 19, 2026 – recognized in Prince George’s County, Maryland as African Heritage Month. The festival acknowledges the contributions and impact of the African immigrant community on Prince George’s County and the greater DMV area, and celebrates the beauty, vibrancy, and cultural relevance of the work of African artisans, crafts persons, musicians, and performing artists. The festival aims to promote cultural awareness and understanding between African immigrant and other communities.

All events are FREE and suitable for all ages.