International reggae/dancehall group T.O.K continues to re-stamp their pre-eminence in the industry through live performances and quality releases.
On Saturday, August 30, the quartet thrilled hundreds of adoring fans at Reggae Fest, held at Barclays Centre in New York, USA, with a slew of hits from their extensive catalogue.
For group member Alistaire “Alex” McCalla the set was just as memorable for them as it was for the fans.
“Reggae Fest experience was incredible, to be honest. The vibe, the energy, and the people from all cultures and walks of life all gathered together under one roof in celebration,” he said.
They performed hits such as She’s Hot, Galang Gal, and more.
Adding that a highlight from the show was their rendition of Footprints with a sea of cellphone lights from the audience, Alex explained that the post-performance feedback has been phenomenal.
“I loved the response from the people truly celebrating our return. It’s very encouraging as we, ourselves, show resilience and growth despite our differences as we move towards a common goal. The love we get definitely pushes us on. They believe in us, and we love them for that,” he reasoned.
In terms of consistently curating memorable sets, Roshaun “Bay-C” Clarke provided insight into the group’s ’secret formula’.
“It varies. Sometimes, we just put together a set list and just go on stage with no rehearsals. Then, at times, we create the list; make changes to spice up the show and rehearse days before. It all depends on the magnitude of the event,” he said.
On another hand, T.O.K has been and is still serving up new music. On August 28, the group debuted
No Play That, while September 5 marked the release of True Friends. The former was produced by Black Shadow Records from Gimme Di Light and Press Trigger fame, while the latest track sees production credits from Good Good Productions.
Group member Craig “Craigy T” Thompson explained that True Friends is an ode to solid friendships, like the one shared among them, while No Play That speaks to “man and woman tings”, as described by the entertainer.
He is encouraging supporters to anticipate more exciting projects.
“The kings are more mature, more focused, and more determined to continue satisfying the tribe’s craving for T.O.K music. Stay tuned to our socials for the latest from the greatest,” Craigy T said.
