Kes the Band is set to make a highly anticipated debut on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts, marking a major milestone for Caribbean music on the international stage.

The performance, scheduled to air Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. EST, will showcase the band’s evolution after 20 years in music. Filmed in front of a live audience at NPR Music Headquarters in Washington, D.C., the stripped-back, intimate setting of the critically acclaimed series will highlight the band’s artistry, musicianship, and storytelling.

Kes the Band will present a carefully curated set featuring special music guests, reimagining fan favorites through live instrumentation and rich harmonies that reflect the group’s Caribbean roots and global influence.