A Pato Banton concert is an event not to be missed and an experience not to be forgotten. Such will be the opening of IC08 -- soul awakening music, worshipful acknowledgment of the presence of the Universal Father, and the inauguration of nearly a week of socialization, workshops, plenaries, and exciting events.

Pato's music abounds with a beat to keep you on your dancing feet, while he delivers a message that is food for the mind and soul. Many have considered his charismatic performance as live theatre where no show is alike and audience members become participants in the experience.

Pato mixes his music with dialogues with the crowd on a range of topics including current day events and spiritual freedom while keeping the vibes upbeat and fun! 

Many have said that the positive outlook generated from the stage has changed their lives forever.

Sometimes Pato invites his fans to join him in a prayer circle after the show, where some have cried while sharing their stories of contemplated suicide, isolation after losing a loved one, struggles with substance abuse and how their personal connection with Pato has given them the strength to “Stay Positive” & “Never Give In.”

Pato in performance

Pato teaching music
in Queensbridge, UK

Pato brings his wide range of experience as an internationally acclaimed musician and his life of service to "at risk" kids to the opening of IC08.

Don't miss this IC08 opening tribute to
"The Thrill of Loving Service."

A Life Dedicated to Music and Service

Pato created a community network called musical Connections, a program designed to put music equipment and computers into 16 youth centers (including centers for young offenders). He also trained many community tutors how to deliver basic courses in Music Technology to the young people that attended their centers. Next Pato set up a Community Classroom in the college so that young people who were talented or very interested in music, but had no formal qualifications had the opportunity to achieve a college education through music.

With the support of Viv Taylor (the Head of Community Safety in Handsworth), Pato launched another community project called Muzik Links in 2001. The aim of this venture was to attract young people who were at risk, in care, or involved in crime and gang activities. This project gave hundreds of youths the opportunity to be involved in professional recordings, dance troupes and live performances. On many occasions Pato would volunteer his services as counselor, mentor or public speaker and
by performing at local community events.