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<p>Reggae-dancehall artiste Vershon was denied entry into the island of Bermuda, where he was set to perform at the BDA Summer Music Festival on August 3.</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image"><img src="https://buzz-caribbean.com/app/uploads/2019/08/vershon-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1950" /><figcaption>Vershon was denied access to Bermuda where he was scheduled to perform. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Vershon)</figcaption></figure>
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<p>Vershon was one of the scheduled headliners for the event. He was denied entry at the L. F. Wade International Airport on August 2.</p>
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<p>He was told by immigration officials that the event was cancelled and that work permits issued were null and void. According to sources, Vershon was also denied entry as a tourist without being provided with a valid explanation.</p>
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<blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p>"The artiste is a brand ambassador for reggae-dancehall music and is owed an apology."</p><cite>— Verson's management team</cite></blockquote>
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<p>“It is unfortunate that those who seek to bring positive publicity and aid in the economic development of Bermuda tourism sector refused him entry, even with the proper documentation. The artiste is a brand ambassador for reggae-dancehall music and is owed an apology for the way it was handled,” his management team said.</p>
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<p>His songs includ <strong>Clean Mi Heart Too Clean</strong>, <strong>Tun It Up Ya Now</strong>, <strong>Inna Real Life</strong> and <strong>Top Class </strong>with Krysie.</p>
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