Elephant Man at Ultra! A Weekend of Music & Family Love

Dancehall icon Elephant Man, whose real name is O’Neil Bryan, is back on the UK stage after a 16-year hiatus in a victorious return. The Jamaican artist will headline Ultra Weekend in London this August. This is a rare opportunity in his life to reconnect with fans and visit two of his 38 children who reside in the UK.

Elephant Man’s life has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs. Reaching superstardom as part of Kingston’s Scare Dem Crew, he embarked on a solo career that merged reggae rhythms with hip-hop techniques. His early successes like “Comin’ 4 U” and ‘Log On” established him in the world of dancehall, and collaboration with international musicians like Janet Jackson and Wyclef Jean diversified his popularity. Despite criticism of lewd lyrics and the cancellation of British and Canadian tours, he continued to gain immense popularity, especially in the US.

The artist’s history with the UK has been problematic, involving legal issues from incidents surrounding his entourage. But his readmission as a stage artist in Britain is seen as a big plus for the international profile of dancehall music. Elephant Man was grateful to be able to perform, speaking of the personal significance of performing in front of his children, now 19 and 18 years old.

Fans will have an experience they will never forget at Ultra Weekend when Elephant Man brings his own brand of high-energy stage presence to life. Known for interactive live shows with audience interaction and energetic stage presence, he makes every inch of the venue feel his energy. His people connection has made him a favorite in dancehall culture worldwide.