Soul Beach Music Festival 2026 Hosted by Curaçao Unveils Star-Studded Lineup Babyface, Jodeci, and Deon Cole: Paradise Awaits - Come Feed Your Soul

Prepare for a sensory takeover where the pulse of the soul meets the heart of the Caribbean. From May 20–25, 2026, the Soul Beach Music Festival Hosted by Curacao beckons the global elite into a sun-drenched haven of island fluidity and poise. Leading this year's ethos awakening is the legendary 13-time Grammy winner and singer-songwriter extraordinaire, Babyface, a songwriter, producer, and one of the most celebrated creative forces in music history. He is the only producer to win the 'Producer of the Year' category four times, three times of which was in consecutive years (1995-1997); a record he holds to this day. Kenny is also co-founder of the legendary record label LaFace, which launched the careers of artists like Usher, Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and P!nk. Prepare for a nostalgic journey through the hits that shaped a generation. Adding a surge of heat to the 2026 lineup, Jodeci is ready to ignite the shores of Curaçao. Consisting of members DeVanté Swing, Mr. Dalvin, K-Ci, and JoJo, the quartet revolutionized the genre by famously blending soulful gospel-rooted harmonies with a gritty hip-hop edge. With over 20 million records sold worldwide and three consecutive #1 albums on the Billboard R&B charts, Jodeci's signature sound—defined by hits like 'Forever My Lady,' 'Come and Talk to Me,' 'Stay,' and 'Cry For You'—continues to shape the landscape of modern R&B. Following a series of sold-out reunion tours and a high-profile Las Vegas residency, the group remains one of the most influential groups in music history. Infusing the Comedy night with a sharp, brilliant precision is two-time Primetime Emmy nominee and star of Black-ish and Grown-ish, Deon Cole. Bringing his fearless, shape-shifting brand of humor to headline comedy night and coming off the massive success of his latest Netflix special, OK, Mister, Cole brings a signature blend of razor-sharp screenwriting wit and high-caliber performance to the international stage. The energy only intensifies when the sun dips below the horizon. Our "vibe architects" for 2026 are nothing short of iconic: the world-renowned DJ Jazzy Jeff and Spinderella are set to amplify the sonic landscape, ensuring the merriment keeps going long after the final curtain falls. This Memorial Day Weekend promises to be equal parts sophisticated and sultry – an undeniable invitation to synchronize with the endless glow of Curaçao.

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• April 15, 2026