Makasi Sounds and Entertainment has brought Solomon Island singers, Wally Pazzi, Kekene and Riikayz of the Solkisz Band to the country for their PNG COMEBACK TOUR concert which was held at the Lamana Gold Club on Saturday 7th of October. The concert held yesterday is said to build and strengthen the connection between Papua New Guinean and Solomon Island artists. Event Planners, Terence Rini and Floyd Manata of Makasi Sounds and Entertainment said that this was the third time in 2023 that they have brought Solomon Islands artists over to PNG to perform. Rini explained that they are appreciative of the newly introduced entertainment visas online which have made it easier for them to bring artists into the country. Rini further stated that the previous four shows which consists of two shows in Lae and two in Port Moresby, which featured artists from Solomon Islands like Taina Gee, Mossa, Wantox and DMP were all sold out. He explained that due to tight schedules and sponsorship constraints the artists only had one show in Port Moresby. The Managers expressed their gratitude and a huge appreciation for the support that their family, friends and Fans have shown to the company. “We want to say Thank You to the people that always support Makasi by purchasing tickets and coming to all our events.” Manata mentioned that in an effort to build a network of good connections between PNG and Solomon Island artists, the Cool Range and Stagajah band provided live band and backing vocals for the artists at the concert. “In doing this, we build a connection with artists in Solomon Islands and PNG. Makasi Sounds brings them together.” Meanwhile according to Manata, Makasi Sounds and Entertainment will also be organizing for a show in Honiara after the South Pacific Games and are planning for a very busy music events year for 2024, which features artists and bands from the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Fiji.