The Exchange Presents: The Wailers, w/ Father Sun

Roanoke, Va.’s new, premier venue, The Exchange Music Hall, located at 201 S. Jefferson Street, plays host to The Wailers - ’50 Years of Positive Vibrations’ on Saturday, May 2, 2026, as the band celebrates 50 years of Rastaman Vibration, one of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ most influential albums. Presented by Vibe Check Productions, Blue Cow Arts Foundation & Across-the-Way Productions, this special stop on The Wailers’ ‘50 Years of Positive Vibrations’ world tour highlights select cuts from Rastaman Vibration alongside the timeless classics that continue to unite audiences across generations.

• The Wailers — HEADLINER: https://www.thewailers.com — Under the leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., son of legendary bassist Aston “Familyman” Barrett, The Wailers continue to honor their roots while carrying the music forward with purpose and authenticity. Joined by Mitchell Brunings, whose soulful vocals and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences worldwide, the band delivers performances that embody the enduring spirit of reggae — uplifting, conscious, and deeply human. Alongside honoring the past, The Wailers remain firmly rooted in the present. Their recent albums One World and Evolution — both Grammy-nominated — reaffirm the band’s creative vitality. 

• Father Sun — OPENER: https://fathersunband.com — Father Sun is a multigenerational force in psychedelic reggae, born from the deep-rooted bond of a father and son rhythm section. Anchored by thunderous bass lines and drenched in cosmic effects, their sound pushes the boundaries of reggae into a new dimension.

Exchange with us:

• Doors: 5:30 p.m. 

• Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

• FAQs, rules, parking info & more: https://theexchangeva.com/faqs/

• Questions & connection: hello@theexchangeva.com

• Website: https://theexchangeva.com