In 1984, Original Thriller, then a rising star in the dancehall music scene, first set foot in Canada. Now, 41 years later, he has become a Canadian citizen and remains a steadfast ambassador for the genre as both an artist and a show promoter. This weekend (November 7, 8, and 9), his Thriller Music, in collaboration with Kings of Kings Productions, is set to host three major shows in Toronto and Montreal. The events will feature a lineup of dancehall legends, including Icho Candy, Errol Dunkley, Professor Nuts, Shalom, Iley Dread, and Thriller U. In an interview with Observer Online, Original Thriller emphasized the importance of showcasing early dancehall acts like Icho Candy, whose 1982 anthem ‘Captain Selassie-I’ remains iconic. ‘People still love these artists and their songs. These shows bring out the older crowd—it’s like doing them a favor,’ he remarked. Born Devon Chambers in Trench Town, Original Thriller’s musical journey began under the influence of roots reggae legends like Dennis Brown and Horace Andy. His debut track, ‘Mountain Top,’ was recorded for producer Joe Gibbs in the late 1970s. Throughout the 1980s, he released several hits, including ‘Over Me,’ ‘Love Line,’ ‘Can’t Cross The Border,’ and ‘Tickle Me,’ produced by industry giants like George Phang, Joseph Hoo Kim, and Sly and Robbie. Original Thriller’s foray into show promotion began in 2005 with a Toronto event featuring General Trees and Peter Metro. Since then, he has brought numerous Jamaican artists to Toronto, home to Canada’s largest Jamaican community. Sunday’s show in Montreal marks his first production venture in the city, further cementing his legacy in the dancehall scene.