Hawaiian artist Irie Love described the Pacific as “many islands but one tribe.”
Love, who is on her first trip to Fiji, had the Nadi crowd captivated, with fans singing along to her songs.
She also emotionally performed a song written by George ‘FIJI’ Veikoso.
Love, who has recorded a few songs with FIJI including “It is what it is", says she was saddened that she could not share the stage with him on her first visit to his homeland.
Paradise Rootz are currently performing.
Coming up later tonight, Black Rose, Tomorrow People, Fejoint & Lomez Brown, and headliner Spawnbreezie.
Gates close at 10pm daily.
Maoli headlines tomorrow with “Country Style,” and Common Kings and J Boog on Sunday with the “Island Vibez” rounding out the three days.
People can also look out for Sons of Zion, Aaradhna, Swiss, The Gang, Billy T, Ratu, Nicky, Tree, Steve Macomber, House of Shem, Etu, Black Rose Reunion, Finn Gruva, Juben and Richard Parker in the three days.
The entire three-day festival is also being be live-streamed on the Homecoming Festival website homecomingfiji.com for just NZD $18 per day, which is about FJD $25 per day, allowing people to enjoy all the music and festivities from the comfort of their own homes.
Ticketing tents are open as online ticket sale has closed.
VVIP tickets are sold out.
The three-day festival pass for General Admission is $289, while single-day GA tickets are $159.
VIP tickets cost $489 for a three-day pass, or $239 per day.
People under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Prohibited items include outside food and drinks, drugs, weapons, professional cameras or recording equipment, drones, glass containers, and large backpacks.
The tropical sounds of the Homecoming Music Festival have drawn music lovers from across the Pacific, including three vibrant women from New Zealand who made their very first trip to Fiji just to be part of the celebration.
Leu'u, Mata, and Tepora — friends hailing from Wellington and Porirua — spoke to fijivillage News today at King Charles Park with beaming smiles as they shared their excitement for the three-day festival.
They say their journey, planned two months in advance, brought them to Fiji just three days ago, and they are already captivated by the island’s beauty and spirit.
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Mata echoed the sentiment, noting the absence of the late artist, while Tepora, representing Porirua, named Maoli as her top act for the weekend.
They say Fiji is a beautiful place and they are happy to be experiencing their first time at the music festival.
Meawhile, Food stalls are lined up just inside the gates, allowing people to grab a bite before heading to the main area where all the music is.
The headliner for today is Spawnbreezie.
Other artists include, Wayne, KKU, Bula Groove ft Steve and Di Tui, Justin Wellington, Myshaan, Black Rose, Paradise Roots, Tomorrow People, and Fejoint & Lonez Brown.
Gates close at 10pm daily.
Maoli headlines tomorrow with “Country Style,” and Common Kings and J Boog on Sunday with the “Island Vibez” rounding out the three days.
People can also look out for Sons of Zion, Aaradhna, Swiss, The Gang, Billy T, Ratu, Nicky, Tree, Steve Macomber, House of Shem, Etu, Black Rose Reunion, Finn Gruva, Juben and Richard Parker in the three days.
The entire three-day festival is also being be live-streamed on the Homecoming Festival website homecomingfiji.com for just NZD $18 per day, which is about FJD $25 per day, allowing people to enjoy all the music and festivities from the comfort of their own homes.
Ticketing tents are open as online ticket sale has closed.
VVIP tickets are sold out.
The three-day festival pass for General Admission is $289, while single-day GA tickets are $159.
VIP tickets cost $489 for a three-day pass, or $239 per day.
People under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Prohibited items include outside food and drinks, drugs, weapons, professional cameras or recording equipment, drones, glass containers, and large backpacks.
Gates are now open at the Homecoming Festival 2025, with people already making their way to King's Charles Park.
Attendees have travelled from around the region and the world to be at the festival this weekend and witness more than 30 artists taking to the Homecoming stage.
With just a few weeks since the passing of Homecoming founder George F1J1 Veikoso, the artists are not just coming to perform but also to pay tribute to “FIJI,” who contributed in some way to their careers.
Food stalls are lined up just inside the gates, allowing people to grab a bite before heading to the main area where all the music is.
The headliner for today is Spawnbreezie.
Other artists include, Wayne, KKU, Bula Groove ft Steve and Di Tui, Justin Wellington, Myshaan, Black Rose, Paradise Roots, Tomorrow People, and Fejoint & Lonez Brown.
Gates close at 10pm daily.
Maoli headlines tomorrow with “Country Style,” and Common Kings and J Boog on Sunday with the “Island Vibez” rounding out the three days.
People can also look out for Maoli, Sons of Zion, Aaradhna, Swiss, The Gang, Billy T, Ratu, Nicky, Tree, Steve Macomber, House of Shem, Etu, Black Rose Reunion, Finn Gruva, Juben and Richard Parker in the three days.
The entire three-day festival will be live-streamed for just NZD $18 per day, which is approximately FJD $25 per day, allowing people to enjoy all the music and festivities from the comfort of their own homes.
The festival will be live-streamed on the Homecoming Festival website homecomingfiji.com
Ticketing tents are now open as online ticket sale has closed.
VVIP tickets are sold out.
The three-day festival pass for General Admission is $289, while single-day GA tickets are $159.
VIP tickets cost $489 for a three-day pass, or $239 per day.
People under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Prohibited items include outside food and drinks, drugs, weapons, professional cameras or recording equipment, drones, glass containers, and large backpacks.
Music is a healer, soothing to the soul.
This was shared by the late George ‘Fiji’ Veikoso while speaking to FM96 on the Homecoming Music Festival.
As day one kicks off for the much-anticipated festival today at King's Charles Park, music lovers from all over the county, Pacific, and the world will unite to pay tribute to Veikoso and celebrate culture, connection, and the music that unites everyone.
In his final interview with the FM96 team, Veikoso urged everyone to have fun, take a load off because life is hard and people should have fun.
Spawnbreezie is headlining today and will start performing at 9pm.
Today will also feature Bula Groove ft. Stece and Di Tui, K.K.U, Justin Wellington, Myshaa, Irie Love, Paradise Roots, Black Rose, Tomorrow People, Fejoint and Lomez Brown.
Maoli headlines tomorrow with “Country Style,” and Common Kings and J Boog on Sunday with the “Island Vibez” rounding out the three days.
People can also look out for J Boog, Maoli, Sons of Zion, Aaradhna, Swiss, The Gang, Billy T, Ratu, Nicky, Tree, Steve Macomber, House of Shem, Etu, Black Rose Reunion, Finn Gruva, Juben and Richard Parker in the three days.
The entire three-day festival will be live-streamed for just NZD $18 per day, which is approximately FJD $25 per day, allowing people to enjoy all the music and festivities from the comfort of their own homes.
The festival will be live-streamed on the Homecoming Festival website homecomingfiji.com
Gates will open daily from 1pm, giving attendees ample time to enjoy music, performances, and festival activities.
Ticketing tents are now open as online ticket sale has closed.
VVIP tickets are sold out.
The three-day festival pass for General Admission is $289, while single-day GA tickets are $159.
VIP tickets cost $489 for a three-day pass, or $239 per day.
People under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Prohibited items include outside food and drinks, drugs, weapons, professional cameras or recording equipment, drones, glass containers, and large backpacks.
The late George “Fiji” Veikoso’s final interview with the FM96 team has been released, before the Homecoming Music Festival is set to take place this weekend at King Charles Park in Nadi.
In the interview, Veikoso spoke about how the festival came to be, crediting collaboration, compassion, and his desire to give without expecting anything in return.
He said the idea for the festival was supported by his close friends and colleagues in the industry, including Moe, who helped bring together artists from New Zealand and around the Pacific.
Veikoso said Fiji is where the world should be and that the country carries culture, respect, and courtesy.
Speaking on this year’s festival, Veikoso said fans should expect “the most unbelievable lineup,” adding that the event is about giving people time to relax, enjoy, and celebrate who they are.
The festival will have headliners for each day with Spawnbreezie for the “Roots Reggae Rhythm” today, Maoli on tommorow with “Country Style,” and Common Kings and J Boog on Sunday with the “Island Vibez” rounding out the three days.
People can look out for J Boog, Maoli, Common Kings, Spawnbreezie, Sammy Johnson, Sons of Zion, Aaradhna, Irie Love, Swiss, Tomorrow People, The Gang, Lomez Brown, Fejoint, Billy T, Ratu, Nicky, Tree, Steve Macomber, Justin Wellington, House of Shem, Etu, Black Rose Reunion, Finn Gruva, KKU, Paradise Roots, Juben and Richard Parker.
Gates will open daily from 1pm, giving attendees ample time to enjoy music, performances, and festival activities.
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