Third World

Tickets cost $35 in advance, $40 day of show (including service charges). They are also available by phone through Hold My Ticket at 505-886-1251.

Tumbleroot is a mostly-standing-room venue. Limited seating available.

Celebrating 49 years, Reggae Ambassadors Third World is one of the longest-lived Reggae bands of all time, and one of Jamaica's most consistently popular crossover acts among international audiences.  Mixing in elements of R&B, funk, pop, and rock and, later on, dancehall and rap, Third World’s style has been described as "reggae-fusion." 

With 9 Grammy nominations and catalogue of charted smash hits (including “Now That We Found Love,” ”96 Degrees in the Shade” and “Try Jah Love”) spanning over four decades, sold-out tours, a vibrant and loyal fan base and inspirational messages, one may wonder, "Where did it all begin? What gives Third World the staying power so rare in the music industry?" Third World is more than just one of the top Reggae bands of all time, it is an institution that stands for producing and performing music that, while holding firm to the cultural and ancestral roots of its members, still pushes forward the cutting edge of music worldwide. It is an institution whose themes are positive, progressive and internationally relevant.

Third World has performed to thousands of music fans on six of the seven continents. TW toured & recorded with late great Bob Marley, including opening for Marley’s first world tour in 1978. TW recorded and toured with master blaster Stevie Wonder, who produced 2 of their albums in the 80’s. They toured America with legendary guitarist Santana, opened for the Jackson 5’s first concert in Jamaica, shared stages throughout the world with the U2, Sting, The Police, Whitney Houston, Wyclef Jean, Lauryn Hill, Jimmy Buffet, Eric Clapton, Marc Anthony, Gladys Knight, the Marley Brothers, and more. In 1986, Third World received the United Nations Peace Medal for their contribution of music and their lyrical prose.

Born in Santa Fe, Mister Kali has become one of New Mexico's most respected reggae songwriters and producers, immersing himself in a music founded far from his high desert roots. He has spent his career defying simple expectations and shedding labels. 

Big thanks to Concept Hotels for taking good care of our artists in Santa Fe! If you need affordable lodging in Santa Fe, check out their three hotels: The Sage Hotel, Coyote South, and Inn at Santa Fe. Click the name of each hotel to book your rooms with a special discounted AMP Concerts rate—perfect options when attending one of our Santa Fe shows!