[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E982]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING HUGH BERESFORD HAMMOND

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2026

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the 
great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor legendary 
reggae superstar Hugh Beresford Hammond, known to his legions of fans 
and the music world as Beres Hammond. I include in the Record the 
following proclamation:

       Whereas, Mr. Hammond's distinctive, romantic, and soulful 
     style, which was influenced by American soul and jazz music, 
     and native Jamaican artists he grew up listening to in 
     Annotto Bay, Jamaica, has garnered him international 
     notoriety and acclaim; and
       Whereas, Mr. Hammond began singing and performing in local 
     talent shows in the 1970s, and his career has spanned more 
     than 40 years, resulting in numerous hit singles and albums 
     that have topped music charts; and
       Whereas, Mr. Hammond formed his own record label, Harmony 
     Records, in 1985 and released his album ``Make a Song,'' 
     which had two Jamaican chart-toppers and set the stage for 
     his success and recognition in the reggae music industry; and
       Whereas, Mr. Hammond's 2012 album ``One Love, One Life,'' 
     topped the Billboard Reggae Albums chart. He has performed 
     with iconic musicians, including Maxi Priest, Wyclef Jean, 
     Buju Banton, and Big Youth; and
       Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, 
     a Member of the United States House of Representatives, 
     representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, 
     commend Hugh Beresford ``Beres'' Hammond for his talent and 
     dedication to his art, and for his contributions to the music 
     industry.

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