Mavado and Cherine Anderson are two of the acts named as headliners for the 23rd annual Jazz Reggae Festival at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The event will be held at the university's campus from May 24-25.

This year's festival will be held under the theme 'A Culture of Change'. Artistes, sponsors and vendors have been encouraged to support a message of environmental awareness.

The reggae set takes place on the second day. It also features Peetah and Mojo of Morgan Heritage, Tanto Metro, Devonte and Assassin.

Top performers

Erykah Badu and De La Soul are two of the big names expected to perform on opening day.

The Jazz Reggae Festival is completely organised by the student council at UCLA. A statement from the school says it has attracted crowds averaging 6,000 for the last six years.

First held in 1986, the festival has attracted top performers including Jill Scott, The Roots, Beenie Man, Capleton and Buju Banton. The show is held over the Memorial Day weekend.