One of the most recognizable voices in the scene, Hempress Sativa will perform for the first time in Croatia at the second edition of Sound System Rendezvous, on April 24th at Boogaloo Club, Zagreb, where she will be joined on stage by Paolo Baldini DubFiles. With her voice and her message, Hempress Sativa has made her mark in the worlds of reggae and hip-hop, and for her debut in Croatia she’s coming to the biggest club space fully powered by a sound system!
A fierce MC and powerhouse vocalist, Hempress Sativa — known as “The Lyrical Machine” — commands the stage with an unparalleled presence. Her distinctive voice, razor-sharp lyricism, and dynamic flow captivate audiences worldwide, making her a true force in reggae and hip-hop fusion. Born Kerida Johnson to Rastafari parents, Hempress Sativa’s artistry is deeply rooted in consciousness, resistance, and empowerment. Hempress Sativa has mesmerized audiences with her commanding performances and unwavering authenticity, at some of the most renowned international festival stages, including Esperanzah, Viljandi Folk Music Festival, Overjam, Rototom, Reggae Geel, Uprising Festival, Uppsala Reggae Festival, Boomtown Festival, and One Love Austria). Her journey has also led to collaborations with influential artists such as Paolo Baldini on “Boom Wah DaDa Deng,” Tribal Seeds on “Wicked and Riled,” and the legendary Sister Carol and Mumma Nancy on “Top Rank Queen,” further solidifying her place among reggae’s elite.
Hempress Sativa in Zagreb will perform alongside Paolo Baldini DubFiles.
Musician and producer Paolo Baldini has been a prominent figure on the Italian reggae scene since his early days with B.R. Stylers. After years of collaboration with Africa Unite, he launched the solo project Paolo Baldini DubFiles in 2014 to focus on the art of dub mixing and production. He has left his mark on numerous well-known artists (Mellow Mood, LAB, Jovanotti, Forelock…).
Tickets – Sound System Rendezvous Vol. 2: Hempress Sativa & Paolo Baldini DubFiles
Early bird: €15 — limited amount, available until sold out.
Presale 1: €20 — available until February 15th.
Presale 2: €25 — after the rest of the lineup is announced in February.
At the door: €30.
Presale tickets are available online and offline via Stereoticket, Entrio, and Core event.