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A benefit concert for Jamaica is set to take place with all the proceeds going towards Hurricane Melissa recovery. The concert is being organised by promoter Rob Hallett and UB40 singer Ali Campbell, who have pulled together renowned artists to raise money for the country. On October 28th, Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica leaving 32 dead and destroyed infrastructure, leaving the majority of the island without water, electricity and other basic essentials. Andrew Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, said that the hurricane has caused damage that is equal to a third of the country's GDP, with 12,000 homes flooded. Huge names in the music industry are set to perform at the fundraiser concert, which is being held in London's Koko on November 13th. The headliners include Ali Campbell, Boy George and British rapper Sneakbo. The show will be hosted by MC and artist Big Narstie and comedians Chris Savage and Kane Brown. There are more artists that are yet to be added to the line-up. The Honorable Olivia “Babsy” Grange OJ, CD, MP, Jamaica’s Minister Of Culture, said: “I am extremely moved by the outpouring of goodwill towards Jamaica in this moment of great need. "On behalf of the Government and people of Jamaica, we are deeply appreciative of this very kind gesture by Rob Hallett and the many Artistes who have graciously agreed to come together to raise much needed Hurricane Relief funds. We ask the wider public in the UK, Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica, to support this noble effort," he added. The organiser Rob Hallet shares: "The response from the Artistic community has been overwhelming at such short notice. Please support Jamaica in its hour of need. Buy tickets, donate at the website, do whatever you can ‘Many a mickle makes a muckle’." For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp , for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. Tickets for the concert can be found here with a general admission costing £43.75. The concert is for 16 and over only. People are urged to donate directly to the Hurricane Melissa Relief initiative coordinated by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (OPDEM). More details about the concert is yet to come, including which further artists will be performing. Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you!
