As The STAR prepares to kick off the tribute series under our STARlight banner, where we honour those who have made a significant contribution to the music industry, we begin with singer and Grammy nominee, Freddie McGregor, whose music and chart-topping hits span decades. Join us at Club Impulse, Knutsford Boulevard, New Kingston (above Burger King), Saturday night, March 19 as we honour this musical stalwart.

Freddie McGregor's music has managed to penetrate not only decades, but a number of generations. It is therefore no surprise that this musical giant has made a significant impact on the lives and music of thousands across the world. Here is what a few had to say:

"Freddie is one of the extremely few artistes whose music and personality I loved before meeting him and loved MORE after I met him! Not just a wicked artiste, a great human being I can recommend as both without having to think about it!" - Reggae/Dancehall singjay, Tanya Stephens

"Freddie is an inspiration for artists of any generation. His work ethic, attitude and experience means he is someone any young artist should aspire to. He is a perfect mentor for anyone, and me and him often hold a reasoning on the business and life itself." - Dancehall singjay, Mavado

"Freddie McGregor is a legend who has managed to successfully bridge the generational gap, inspiring many young artistes such as myself, to write good positive music. Freddie a di boss!" - Gospel singer, Omari

"Well Freddie is an artiste that I couldn't deny listening to 'cause, his music is very influential. He sings for the ladies so definitely his style of music is also responsible for the type of artiste I am today. The cover he did of Just Don't Wanna Be Lonely I'd say is my favourite." - Singer, Romain Virgo

"Freddie McGregor's music is not only timeless but stands as a superb example of what musical 'greatness' is. Anyone who was present at last October's Guinness Greatness In Concert can attest to his exemplary performance. To have your music span for almost 50 years is no easy feat; his music and showmanship represent greatness in motion." - Gary Dixon, Brand Manager, Guinness Jamaica.

"After Bob Marley died in 1983, I think Freddie was the closest thing to someone so iconic for my generation (mid 80s). All his songs had meanings and people from old to young can sing it and it's timeless. When I play any of his songs bare forward." - Blacca, Hot 97 Boston

"Him first bring mi go do a big show overseas. Back then I was just getting started in the industry with Chino after we did Leggo Di Bwoy. A lot of artistes wouldn't have done that. Big Ship set me on the right musical path. Me can't say big up enough to Father Freddie." - Dancehall artiste, KipRich

"Been listening to Freddy sing since And So I Will Wait For You he was actually one of the first producers to record TOK Dance With Me on his ska riddim. Stephen was like six. It's amazing to be in the business and still current for such a long time. He's a textbook example of how to thrive in the music business. We hope that in years to come we will be equally as current. Gwaan do yuh ting Freddie, big up, T-Dot seh dat" - Dancehall artiste, Craigy T, TOK

"The fact that from Jamaica to Africa, the opening riff of Push Come To Shove is still recognised and people go wild to it, speaks volumes about Freddie's music. Freddie's music has no boundaries." - G Money, 91.1FM, Kenya

Join Freddie and the Big Ship crew at the Dinthill Technical High School tonight for a stellar concert also featuring Mavado, Tifa, Timberlee, Ding Dong, George Nooks, Ken Boothe and more.

Been listening to Freddie sing since And So I Will Wait For You.He was actually one of the first producers to record TOK Dance With Me on his ska riddim. Stephen was like six. It's amazing to be in the business and still current for such a long time. He's a textbook example of how to thrive in the music business. We hope that in years to come we will be equally as current. Gwaan do yuh ting Freddie, big up, T-Dot seh dat.

- Dancehall artiste, Craigy T, TOK

After Bob Marley died in 1983, I think Freddie was the closest thing to someone so iconic for my generation (mid-80s). All his songs had meanings and people from old to young can sing it and it's timeless. When I play any of his songs bare forward.

- Blacca, Hot 97 Boston

Freddie is one of the extremely few artistes whose music and personality I loved before meeting him and loved MORE after I met him! Not just a wicked artiste, a great human being I can recommend as both without having to think about it!

- Reggae/Dancehall singjay Tanya Stephens

Freddie is an inspiration for artistes of any generation. His work ethic, attitude and experience means he is someone any young artiste should aspire to. He is a perfect mentor for anyone, and me and him often hold a reasoning on the business and life itself.

- Dancehall singjay Mavado

Well, Freddie is an artiste that I couldn't deny listening to 'cause his music is very influential. He sings for the ladies, so definitely his style of music is also responsible for the type of artiste I am today. The cover he did of Just Don't Wanna Be Lonely, I'd say is my favourite.

- Singer Romain Virgo

Freddie McGregor is a legend who has managed to successfully bridge the generational gap, inspiring many young artistes such as myself to write good positive music. Freddie a di boss!

- Gospel singer Omari

Freddie McGregor's music is not only timeless but stands as a superb example of what musical greatness is. Anyone who was present at last October's Guinness Greatness In Concert can attest to his exemplary performance. To have your music span for almost 50 years is no easy feat; his music and showmanship represent greatness in motion.

- Gary Dixon, Brand Manager, Guinness Jamaica.

Him first bring mi go do a big show overseas. Back then, I was just getting started in the industry with Chino after we did Leggo Di Bwoy. A lot of artistes wouldn't have done that. Big Ship set me on the right musical path. Me can't say big up enough to Father Freddie.

- Dancehall artiste KipRich