Two of Jamaica\u2019s most impactful reggae and dancehall voices, Romain Virgo and T.O.K., will be honoured at the 2025 Grammy Certificate Ceremony, presented by Back 2 Da Future Music Ltd, in collaboration with The Royalty Network Inc and Steely & Clevie Productions. The red-carpet event will take place on Saturday, September 13, at the Audi Showroom in Kingston, and will be livestreamed.<\/p>\n
The recognition celebrates both acts\u2019 contributions to the Grammy-nominated album The Reggae Power (2014), produced by Sly & Robbie and Spicy Chocolate. The album brought together a dynamic mix of reggae and dancehall artistry for a global audience. <\/p>\n
T.O.K. also earned a Grammy nomination for their feature on Red Star Sounds Presents: Def Jamaica (2005), a project that fused reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop in a groundbreaking way.<\/p>\n
Known for his powerful voice and heartfelt performances, Romain Virgo has been a driving force in bridging classic reggae soulfulness with contemporary storytelling.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very proud to have been a part of Romain\u2019s journey from Rising Stars and Vikings Productions via VP to the present day. Rarely does a day go by that we are not basking for some reason in the mature, world-renowned artiste that Romain has become. This is but one small way that we can help highlight Romain Virgo as he steps into his greatness,\u201d said Kennedy Mensah, CEO of Back 2 Da Future Music Ltd. \u201cHonouring artistes like Romain Virgo and T.O.K. reflects how Jamaica\u2019s sound continues to evolve while staying rooted in tradition. Next stop is to watch him get the trophy for one of his own albums.\u201d<\/p>\n
Royalty Network Inc\u2019s clients T.O.K., the celebrated dancehall quartet known for their harmonies and stage energy, have long been ambassadors for the genre worldwide. \u201cOver the years, our journey has always been about representing dancehall and reggae on the world stage,\u201d said Bay-C of the renowned group. \u201cTo be recognised alongside so many of Jamaica\u2019s greatest musicians is a full-circle moment. This honour is not just for us, it\u2019s for the fans, producers, and musicians who\u2019ve been part of our story from day one.\u201d<\/p>\n
By honouring Romain Virgo and T.O.K., the Grammy Certificate Ceremony continues its mission to spotlight Jamaica\u2019s diverse talent pool\u2013 seasoned veterans and contemporary hitmakers, whose contributions to Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated projects often go unnoticed. <\/p>\n
This year\u2019s event marks the second staging of the Grammy Certificate Ceremony, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the Reggae Grammy category and the 40-year legacy of Steely & Clevie\u2019s production career.<\/p>\n