Who's Shaggy, the performer playing a free show at Jax River Jams? What you should know.

Tom Szaroleta, Florida Times-Union
Updated ·2 min read
Shaggy headlines Jax River Jams on April 13.
Shaggy headlines Jax River Jams on April 13.
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The Jax River Jams concert series resumes Thursday evening at Riverfront Plaza in downtown Jacksonville with a show by Jamaican hip hop artist Shaggy. Here are some things to know about him before you head out.

Who is Shaggy?

Shaggy was born Orville Burrell in Kingstown, Jamaica. He's a former U.S. Marine, a seven-time Grammy nominee and a two-time winner and was the Space Bunny on "The Masked Singer." He's played in Jacksonville before, at Daily's Place in 2019, when he opened for Sting.

What is Shaggy going to play at Jax River Jams concert?

There's no telling, but it's a safe bet that you'll hear his big hits, "Angel," "Boombastic," "It Wasn't Me," "Oh Carolina" and "Hey Sexy Lady."

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Why should I go see him tonight?

You actually have two opportunities to see Shaggy perform in Northeast Florida. You can catch him tonight — for free — at Riverfront Plaza, or you can catch him as part of the Hot Summer Nights Tour, with TLC, En Vogue and Sean Kingston, at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on June 4. Tickets for the St. Augustine show are $49.50-$125.

What time is Jax River Jams concerts?

Local bands will start at 5:30 and 7 p.m. and the headliner takes the stage at 8:30 p.m. for each of the shows.

Where is Jax River Jams shows?

Concerts are held at Riverfront Plaza, where the Jacksonville Landing used to stand in downtown.

What else do I need to know about Jax River Jams?

  • Parking is available in downtown garages and on downtown streets.

  • Admission is free.

  • Bring your own chairs and blankets, but no outside food, drink or coolers will be permitted in the venue.

  • Food trucks and bars will be on site.

  • Gates open at 5 p.m.

  • Local acts L.O.V.E. Culture and Jeremy Ryan open the show, starting at 5:30 p.m. Shaggy is scheduled to take the stage at 8:30 p.m.

What is the Jax River Jams 2023 lineup?

Remaining shows include:

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Shaggy in Jacksonville: Free concert at Jax River Jams