Victoria Ska & Reggae Fest Day 3 feat. DUB FX, LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA, ED SOLO W/ BROTHER CULUTRE, PREZENCE & DJ DUBSCONCIOUS + Live painting by Def3 Watch Video - Victoria Ska & Reggae Fest Day 3 feat. DUB FX, LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA, ED SOLO W/ BROTHER CULUTRE, PREZENCE & DJ DUBSCONCIOUS + Live painting by Def3

Fri Jun 20 2025

4:20 PM - 10:00 PM (Doors 4:00 PM)

Ship Point (Inner Harbour)

812 Wharf Street (near Tourist Info. Centre) Victoria, BC V8W 1T3

Ship Point (Inner Harbour)

812 Wharf Street (near Tourist Info. Centre) Victoria, BC V8W 1T3

$49.95 - $65

All Ages

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Friday, June 20 at Ship Point Ticketed: $49.95 - $65 advance. All Ages / Beverage Service for 19 yrs+ w/ID (Kids 10 and under free with adult)

The bass is deep, the vibes are high, and the reggae rhythms are about to take over Victoria’s Inner Harbour.

Kicking off the ticketed shows, Dub FX will headline Victoria’s 26th Annual Ska & Reggae Festival on the Friday night, bringing his signature fusion of beatboxing, looping, and bass-heavy electronic dub to Ship Point. Known for turning the streets into stages, the Australian-born artist has built a global following with his genre-defying sound that blends reggae, hip-hop, drum and bass, and deep, conscious lyricism. From viral street performances to massive festival stages, Dub FX is pure energy and innovation, crafting entire sonic landscapes with nothing but his voice and a loop station.

Joining the bill is the feel-good groove machine known as Lazy Syrup Orchestra—a collective of all-star Canadian musicians. Lazy Syrup Orchestra is all about slow-dripped, sun-soaked beats that make you move. Merging live instrumentation with soulful electronic elements, their sets are an irresistible blend of funk, hip-hop, and downtempo house, creating the perfect vibe for golden hour by the harbour. Whether you’re skanking, swaying, or just soaking it all in, Lazy Syrup Orchestra delivers sweet and pure ear candy.

Ed Solo and Brother Culture will get your body moving. Ed Solo, the UK-based producer and DJ, has been a force in bass music for over two decades, crafting dancefloor anthems that blur the lines between reggae, dub, and DnB. Pair him with Brother Culture, a legendary MC with roots in London’s underground soundsystem culture, and you’ve got a masterclass in high-energy, bass-heavy beats. Expect chest-rattling drops, rapid-fire lyricism, and a set that’ll have the whole festival moving as one.

Prezence who is appearing with Dub FX on select west coast shows this summer will open the show singing soulful vocals & live mixing — "dubbing" his loops.

His innovative Ableton Live rig pays homage to dub pioneers King Tubby & Lee "Scratch" Perry as well as modern dub masters Umberto Echo and Laurent “Tippy I” Alfred. With heavy inspiration from the modern reggae of Midnite, Protoje, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid, Prezence weaves elements of funk, jazz and rock into a sonic tapestry that is unique, and undeniable.

Holding it all together between sets is DJ Dubconscious, a true selector’s selector with a deep love for all things dub, reggae, and bass. A staple of Canada’s bass music scene, Dubconscious has spent years championing the sounds of reggae, dancehall, and electronic dub, delivering seamless mixes that keep the crowd grooving from start to finish. Whether he’s pulling deep cuts from reggae’s golden era or dropping modern bass-heavy bangers, his sets are exactly what you’d come to expect at Victoria’s Ska & Reggae Festival.

On top of all of this great music Def3 will be live painting on site. Def3 is one of Canada's best MCs but he's also a world class wild style and mural artist. We welcome him back to the festival to enjoy his visual talents!

Victoria Ska & Reggae Fest Day 3 feat. DUB FX, LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA, ED SOLO W/ BROTHER CULUTRE, PREZENCE & DJ DUBSCONCIOUS + Live painting by Def3

  • Dub FX

    Dub FX

    World

    Dub FX (real name Benjamin Stanford) is a global performer and studio recording artist from St Kilda, Melbourne, Australia. Known for turning the streets into stages, the Australian-born artist has built a global following with his genre-defying sound that blends reggae, hip-hop, drum and bass, and deep, conscious lyricism. From viral street performances to massive festival stages, Dub FX is pure energy and innovation, crafting entire sonic landscapes with nothing but his voice and a loop station.
  • Lazy Syrup Orchestra

    Lazy Syrup Orchestra

    Funky Breaks

    Sweet sounds, thick vibrations, and sticky melodies come together to create the natural flavor of Lazy Syrup Orchestra. The Canadian supergroup performs a free spirited mix of live instruments paired with sultry vocals leaves listeners gooey with energy that sticks to their soul. Their delicious productions have graced stages across North America, including festival appearances at Shambhala, Bass Coast, and Envision.
  • Ed Solo

    Ed Solo

    Jungle/Drum 'n' Bass

    Firing up the bassbins and hitting you hard with a dose of raggamuffin junglist energy is what Ed Solo is all about. From Glastonbury to Canada's Shambhala, from dirty Brixton back rooms to Spanish arenas, Ed has travelled the globe throwing down his unique brand of ruffneck bassline bravado for more than a decade.

    Ed's knack for the rudest of hooks is equalled only by his sublime studio skills. He cut his teeth in the mid '90s engineering at the notorious SOUR Records studios, going on to lay down a series of groundbreaking collaborations with jungle kingpin DJ Brockie. In 2007 Ed released ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ alongside Skool of Thought, featuring ‘When I Was A Yout’ and ‘We Play The Music’ among others.
  • Brother Culture

    Brother Culture

    Dancehall Reggae

    Brother Culture has been one of the leading figures of the reggae scene in the UK for the past 43 years. 

    From Roots Reggae to Bass Music, Brother Culture's musical journey, represents the evolution of the Reggae Music scene in the UK. His music is a symbol of the impact that the West Indian, African and UK culture have had on the mainstream market and global culture!

  • DJ Dubconscious

    DJ Dubconscious

    Reggae

    DJ Dubconscious is a true selector’s selector with a deep love for all things dub, reggae, and bass. A staple of Canada’s bass music scene, Dubconscious has spent years championing the sounds of reggae, dancehall, and electronic dub across the country, delivering seamless mixes that keep the crowd grooving from start to finish. He's pulled deep cuts from reggae’s golden era or dropping modern bass-heavy bangers at festivals such as Shambhala, Bass Coast, and Victoria's Ska & Reggae Festival. 

  • DEF3 (Wild Style/Mural Artist)

    DEF3 (Wild Style/Mural Artist)

    Other Arts & Theater

    Some of your may know that Def3 not only is one of the best MCs in Western Canada but he is also a world class wild style and mural artist. He has painted at the Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival and Shambhala Music Festival. 

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Victoria Ska & Reggae Fest Day 3 feat. DUB FX, LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA, ED SOLO W/ BROTHER CULUTRE, PREZENCE & DJ DUBSCONCIOUS + Live painting by Def3

Fri Jun 20 2025 4:20 PM - 10:00 PM

(Doors 4:00 PM)

Ship Point (Inner Harbour) Victoria BC
Victoria Ska & Reggae Fest Day 3 feat. DUB FX, LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA, ED SOLO W/ BROTHER CULUTRE, PREZENCE & DJ DUBSCONCIOUS + Live painting by Def3

$49.95 - $65 All Ages

Friday, June 20 at Ship Point Ticketed: $49.95 - $65 advance. All Ages / Beverage Service for 19 yrs+ w/ID (Kids 10 and under free with adult)

The bass is deep, the vibes are high, and the reggae rhythms are about to take over Victoria’s Inner Harbour.

Kicking off the ticketed shows, Dub FX will headline Victoria’s 26th Annual Ska & Reggae Festival on the Friday night, bringing his signature fusion of beatboxing, looping, and bass-heavy electronic dub to Ship Point. Known for turning the streets into stages, the Australian-born artist has built a global following with his genre-defying sound that blends reggae, hip-hop, drum and bass, and deep, conscious lyricism. From viral street performances to massive festival stages, Dub FX is pure energy and innovation, crafting entire sonic landscapes with nothing but his voice and a loop station.

Joining the bill is the feel-good groove machine known as Lazy Syrup Orchestra—a collective of all-star Canadian musicians. Lazy Syrup Orchestra is all about slow-dripped, sun-soaked beats that make you move. Merging live instrumentation with soulful electronic elements, their sets are an irresistible blend of funk, hip-hop, and downtempo house, creating the perfect vibe for golden hour by the harbour. Whether you’re skanking, swaying, or just soaking it all in, Lazy Syrup Orchestra delivers sweet and pure ear candy.

Ed Solo and Brother Culture will get your body moving. Ed Solo, the UK-based producer and DJ, has been a force in bass music for over two decades, crafting dancefloor anthems that blur the lines between reggae, dub, and DnB. Pair him with Brother Culture, a legendary MC with roots in London’s underground soundsystem culture, and you’ve got a masterclass in high-energy, bass-heavy beats. Expect chest-rattling drops, rapid-fire lyricism, and a set that’ll have the whole festival moving as one.

Prezence who is appearing with Dub FX on select west coast shows this summer will open the show singing soulful vocals & live mixing — "dubbing" his loops.

His innovative Ableton Live rig pays homage to dub pioneers King Tubby & Lee "Scratch" Perry as well as modern dub masters Umberto Echo and Laurent “Tippy I” Alfred. With heavy inspiration from the modern reggae of Midnite, Protoje, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid, Prezence weaves elements of funk, jazz and rock into a sonic tapestry that is unique, and undeniable.

Holding it all together between sets is DJ Dubconscious, a true selector’s selector with a deep love for all things dub, reggae, and bass. A staple of Canada’s bass music scene, Dubconscious has spent years championing the sounds of reggae, dancehall, and electronic dub, delivering seamless mixes that keep the crowd grooving from start to finish. Whether he’s pulling deep cuts from reggae’s golden era or dropping modern bass-heavy bangers, his sets are exactly what you’d come to expect at Victoria’s Ska & Reggae Festival.

On top of all of this great music Def3 will be live painting on site. Def3 is one of Canada's best MCs but he's also a world class wild style and mural artist. We welcome him back to the festival to enjoy his visual talents!

Dub FX (real name Benjamin Stanford) is a global performer and studio recording artist from St Kilda, Melbourne, Australia. Known for turning the streets into stages, the Australian-born artist has built a global following with his genre-defying sound that blends reggae, hip-hop, drum and bass, and deep, conscious lyricism. From viral street performances to massive festival stages, Dub FX is pure energy and innovation, crafting entire sonic landscapes with nothing but his voice and a loop station.
Sweet sounds, thick vibrations, and sticky melodies come together to create the natural flavor of Lazy Syrup Orchestra. The Canadian supergroup performs a free spirited mix of live instruments paired with sultry vocals leaves listeners gooey with energy that sticks to their soul. Their delicious productions have graced stages across North America, including festival appearances at Shambhala, Bass Coast, and Envision.
Firing up the bassbins and hitting you hard with a dose of raggamuffin junglist energy is what Ed Solo is all about. From Glastonbury to Canada's Shambhala, from dirty Brixton back rooms to Spanish arenas, Ed has travelled the globe throwing down his unique brand of ruffneck bassline bravado for more than a decade.

Ed's knack for the rudest of hooks is equalled only by his sublime studio skills. He cut his teeth in the mid '90s engineering at the notorious SOUR Records studios, going on to lay down a series of groundbreaking collaborations with jungle kingpin DJ Brockie. In 2007 Ed released ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ alongside Skool of Thought, featuring ‘When I Was A Yout’ and ‘We Play The Music’ among others.
Brother Culture has been one of the leading figures of the reggae scene in the UK for the past 43 years. 

From Roots Reggae to Bass Music, Brother Culture's musical journey, represents the evolution of the Reggae Music scene in the UK. His music is a symbol of the impact that the West Indian, African and UK culture have had on the mainstream market and global culture!

DJ Dubconscious is a true selector’s selector with a deep love for all things dub, reggae, and bass. A staple of Canada’s bass music scene, Dubconscious has spent years championing the sounds of reggae, dancehall, and electronic dub across the country, delivering seamless mixes that keep the crowd grooving from start to finish. He's pulled deep cuts from reggae’s golden era or dropping modern bass-heavy bangers at festivals such as Shambhala, Bass Coast, and Victoria's Ska & Reggae Festival. 

Some of your may know that Def3 not only is one of the best MCs in Western Canada but he is also a world class wild style and mural artist. He has painted at the Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival and Shambhala Music Festival. 

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

Select Tickets

All Ages
limit 10 per person
Early Bird Advance
$60.02 ($49.95 + $10.07 fees)

Delivery Method

eTickets
Will Call