Triston Palma Tickets

Triston Palma, born in 1962 in Kingston, Jamaica, helped popularize the sing-jay style in the early 1980s. A breakthrough moment came at the 1979 General Penitentiary Memorial Concert where his performance alongside Bob Marley captured wide attention. Palma’s sound blends melodic vocals with toasting and infectious rhythms, defining a bridge between reggae and the emerging dancehall scene. He scored multiple Top 40 hits in Jamaica during the early 1980s and released a string of influential albums in 1981–1982. In recent years, he’s revisited his catalog with re-recordings and new material, including Joker Smoker (Re-Recorded) and Jah Love, with a 2025 reissue of Joker Lover by VP Records through Proper Music. Fans can catch Palma live on his North American tour in 2025, including a stop at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz, CA on July 30, 2025, with Carlton Livingston and Revival Band. We’ve got you covered for tickets and secure seating—keep reading for more on his background, discography, and upcoming tour dates.

Born and raised in Kingston, Triston Palma emerged as a standout performer in Jamaica’s vibrant music scene. His early breakthroughs helped shape the sing-jay style, a fusion that highlights expressive vocal melodies over rhythmic toast. Palma’s discography from the early 1980s features notable tracks such as Entertainment, Spliff Tail, Water Bubbling, and Raving, with albums including Joker Smoker, Joker Lover, Touch Me, and Take Me. In 2024–2025, fans saw re-recorded versions and new releases like Joker Smoker (Re-Recorded) and Jah Love, with 2025 bringing a vinyl-focused Joker Lover reissue by VP Records via Proper Music. For travelers and fans, Palma’s tour information reflects a modern, accessible experience—destination cities, venue details, and reliable ticket access. This page provides a concise bio, career highlights, and upcoming performances to help you secure your seats with confidence.