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Volume 8 Issue 22
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SONG IN YOUR HEART: THE STORY OF THE SEARCH FOR THE LOST NOTE
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released December 2008
House of Lueder Publishing
Journalist and northern California native Bret Lueder, author of over 700 articles on music, spirituality, magic and alternative history in magazines such as UFO Magazine, Magical Blend Magazine and the Chico News & Review, has released his first book called Song in your Heart: The Story of the Search for the Lost Note.
It is about the role of the roots reggae artist in terms of what Lueder describes as “a global struggle for the control of human consciousness.”
What would you do if the enemy you are fighting controls all the weapons? What would you do if you and your people have had the economic and psychological “screws” turned on them from every angle? How can anyone fight an enemy who has stripped every physical manner of a pertinent defense?
According to many roots reggae artists, the only way to find peace in this world; the only way to fight an enemy who has fostered an atmosphere of “no hope,” is to fight with words, sound and power. In other words, music. More specifically, it is the usage of the heartbeat “riddim,” known around the world as the Nyabinghi. What was once a physical battle drumming pattern in times past has now become “the” spiritually-enlightening drumming pattern, conducive to altered states of consciousness, which distinguishes roots reggae from other similarly-styled genres.
Knowing this prompts several questions, among them: Have you ever wondered why music has such a profound effect on a human mind, body and soul? Are there deeper intentions behind the reasons roots reggae artists perform their music and sing their songs, other than to entertain? What is it about the tiny and seemingly insignificant Caribbean island of Jamaica that has made it the focal point of colonialism and elitism for over 400 years?
And why is reggae music so popular worldwide? Could there be a common link between all of these question? Join Bret Lueder on his journey as he follows the threads of synchronicity and travels the dusty roads of scholarly intrigue in an attempt to answer these questions. Along the way, Lueder has uncovered evidence to suggest that is there a new, emerging faction within the Rastafari movement which do not see how one keeps their hair, or who one sleeps with, among other things, as prerequisites for acceptance—these are what Lueder identifies as the “roots reggae Rastas.”
These are individuals who are not only leading the way for social, psychological and spiritual evolution within Third World , but the author identifies them also as the “unidentified” faction of what Paul H. Ray and Sherry Anderson describe as “cultural creatives.” CC’s are people who think and live in ways which are conducive to the longevity of the human race and are spearheading what anthropologists call a “cultural revitalization movement.” This is where the values, morays and customs of a society which help to get that society to where it is today, are no longer working for it in terms of sustainability.
A new way to live is needed. Ray and Anderson have argued in their book Cultural Creatives that statistically there is no one dominant CC faction which stands out from all the others. But Lueder argues that there is. They are the roots reggae Rastas and they are leading the way for all of the human race in evolutionary progress and change for the better of all on Earth. They are providing the example for others to follow and are teaching the world about it through music. Song in your Heart: the Story of the Search for the Lost Note tackles these issues and more as Lueder delves into the real information behind world history, global, “politricks” and the mysteries which will unlock the human spirit.
$24.99 available from House of Lueder Publishing , please ad $3.99 for shipping Contact: Bret Lueder (530) 845-6571 www.esotericguide.com
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SIERRA NEVADA - MENDOCINO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS - DON'T MISS THIS FESTIVAL!
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Just Added:
Gregory Isaacs
Jahdann Blakkamore
Lloyd Brown
Messenjah Selah
In the Kidz Zone:
Asheba
In the Dancehall:
Comanche Hi-Power
On June 18, 19, & 20, 2010 Mendocino county welcomes the 17th annual Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (SNWMF). Created as an annual summer solstice and world peace celebration, the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival has been called "life changing" for many of its regular attendees the majority of which come as campers, committing to a three-day bonanza for the senses. Its name originates from its original festival location in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The event takes place for the fifth consecutive year at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds in Boonville, CA.
This year's SNWMF lineup features some of music's greats in world, roots, vintage, dancehall, modern reggae and ska artists and sound system DJ's. Bands are scheduled in tandem on the two stages, and conclude with a fire dance performance on what is known as the Valley stage, a site that is built from the ground up in the Grandstand area of the fairgrounds. The show's varied offerings for children including music performers a parade, and opportunities for participation in free drum, dance, and yoga sessions throughout the weekend make it possible for cultural exploration on many levels.
The Village stage and Kidz Zone host Children's educational and multi-cultural entertainment. Sageman Drums workshops take place throughout the weekend and are open to all ages in the Drum Temple. There is a full program of activities designated for the younger generation with kid performers, Arts & Crafts projects are underway throughout the weekend and a daily Kids Parade that will be led by the wonderful Samba Stilt Circus, a troupe of stilt performers.
The festival hosts several non-profit organizations and a diverse of ethnic food vendors from Indian to Ethiopian as well as vegetarian and sustainable raw food vendors. Crafts in the international bazaar in the village area are curated to present a unique array of items from around the world and a zero waste initiative is vigorously pursued to manage the impact of the festival on the environment.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Baaba Maal, the great Senegalese World music superstar will make a rare West Coast appearance on SNWMF '10 as the Friday night headliner. Baaba Maal has had a long and varied career and his latest recording is entitled Television. In December 2009, Baaba attended the Climate Change summit in Copenhagen as the climate change ambassador for the Africa Talks Climate initiative.
Don Carlos is a reggae artist whose uplifting reggae music and countenance have inspired crowds for over a quarter century. Don was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district notoriously known as Waterhouse, launching his singing career back in 1973 as one of the original members of the roots vocal group Black Uhuru. Since that time, he has been in demand as a solo artist on stages around the world. Don's latest release is entitled, Changes.
Barrington Levy is a driving force in reggae music and remains a perennial favorite and one of the most recognizable vocalists in reggae music history. His latest single, "Watch Dem" is a collaboration with rap legend Snoop Dogg and recent rap sensation Mims and it is a version of his song "Murderer" a classic tune with a strong warning against violence.
Alborosie, born Alberto D'Ascola is a reggae artist from Italy, who has resided in Kingston, Jamaica for the past decade. He moved to Jamaica to be close to reggae music's roots and Rastafari culture. There, he started working as a sound engineer and producer and collaborating with the legendary Specialist. Sierra Nevada marks his first summer reggae U.S. festival appearance. Alborosie is touring in celebration of his current release - Escape from Babylon to the Kingdom of Zion.
Presenting world music in its varied forms from bands that span the globe is a tradition the festival upholds each year, distinguishing it from any other outdoor festival in North America. As drummer and musical director of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s band, Africa 70 from 1968 to 1979, Tony Allen was one of the primary co-founders of the genre of Afrobeat music. Fela once stated that, "without Tony Allen, there would be no Afrobeat."
From New Zealand come Fat Freddy's Drop, a seven-piece band whose musical style has been characterized as any combination of dub, reggae, soul, jazz, rhythm and blues, and techno. Also on the bill are Toubab Krewe, an American instrumental band which fuses the music of Mali with American musical styles (particularly those of the Southern United States). Their new album is entitled: Live at the Orange Peel. From Northern California come Sambadá who preserve the authentic flavor of Brazil's samba tradition, mixing it with funk music, and from Senegal is Youssoupha Sidibe, a master kora player and mystic Sufi chanter.
And of Rubblebucket, someone once said that if "Brooklyn and New Orleans had a love child it would be conceived while listening to Rubblebucket." With female lead vocals and hard hitting grooves, festival-goers will hear why this group received the 2009 Boston Music Award for Live Act of the Year.
Adding to the hybrid mix are Rey Fresco, a group from Ventura, California that performs an eclectic mix of rock, reggae, world, soul and Latin music and features a 36 string arpa jarocha Veracruz harp as one of their lead instruments.
Each year the vintage reggae portion of the Sierra Nevada lineup is like another chapter in a "reggae hall of fame" presentation. This year the Soul Syndicate reunites as a group who were one of the '70's most in demand touring and recording groups. The festival will feature original members renowned bassist George "Fully" Fullwood, Tony Chin, original "flyers" style rhythm guitarist and Santa Davis, one of the world's most remarkable drummers.
The Skatalites, the original ska band come to SNWMF with close to forty years of instrumental firepower, along with Ken Boothe, an artist whose energy and evokes the soul singers of the '60's and Big Youth whose MC-style over classic rhythms set the stage for what is modern hip-hop.
Roots reggae's reigning queen Marcia Griffiths was part of the I-Threes, the harmony trio that supported Bob Marley. She has had an extensive career in her own right with the standard "Electric Slide" as part of her repertoire as well as several other reggae chart-toppers.
Johnny Clarke was the new life-blood of the Rockers reggae era, becoming one of Jamaica's biggest artists, inspiring his contemporaries and promoting the message of Rasta both with cultural messages and lovers refrains. His music fortified what is possibly the most crucial era of reggae, bringing songs like "Move out of Babylon," "Roots Natty Congo," "Rock With Me Baby," & "Get Up And Fight For Your Rights" to the massive.
As part of his group The Maytones, Vernon Maytone had his biggest hit with "Money Worries" that was featured on the film soundtrack: Rockers.
Prince Alla has had a career that spans over forty years, and has continued to be in demand in the digital era with roots reggae producers eager to record his unique melancholy singing tone and Rasta messaging.
A consistent principle of Sierra Nevada World Music Festival is the emphasis on the promotion of positive messages. This year the festival presents Playing For Change who've engaged audiences on screen via a PBS special and in the live setting in promotion of their non-profit foundation's release that features global matchings of street musicians and their mainstream counterparts. Playing For Change traveled around the world to places such as New Orleans, Barcelona, South Africa, India, Nepal, the Middle East and Ireland, and, using a mobile recording studio, had local musicians perform the same song, interpreted into their own style that and included contributions from artists such as Keb' Mo', Bono & Manu Chao.
Making their second appearance on the SNWMF stage are Rootz Underground, Jamaica's next generation of musicians whose star continues to rise and are on tour in celebration of their second studio album, Gravity. The group released a full length live recording as a free download that over 60,000 fans have received to date. The group employ a dynamic combination of a contemporary roots/rock sound, universal messages and energetic, compelling stage shows to go beyond a niche definition - reaching across reggae boundaries into pop music realms.
Also appearing are Ooklah the Moc from Hawaii, an American band with a huge following that play quality roots-reggae originals. And from Kansas City, comes Queen Makedah whose smoky vocals and roots stylings represent the healing properties of reggae music.
The culture of the soundsystem and the vibrant, prolific nature of Jamaica's reggae industry and music movement are explored each year at the festival through a wide array of recordings. This year when the sun goes down and the music on the two stages concludes, the fairgrounds' exhibition hall will be filled with the sounds of two of the world's greatest DJ sound systems including perennial SNWMF selector, Rory Gilligan of Kingston's Stone Love Movement and David Rodigan (SKY FM, BBC Radio) of the United Kingdom. Also mixing in the dancehall will be DJ Ras Kush representing the New York City soundsystem scene and Comanche High Power representing the Northern California reggae DJ community.
For sound samples, additions to the artist line up, schedule by day and other information please visit www.snwmf.com
FESTIVAL DETAILS:
The event takes place at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds, 14480 Highway 128, Boonville, California, 95415, just 35 minutes West of Ukiah. A 3-day music ticket is $145 available for purchase through Mail Order and via Paypal. Camping is for 3 day music ticket holders only and is not included in the 3 day ticket price. SNWMF offers Family Camp and Alter-abled camp areas located close to the venue gates. Single day tickets are also available online and via Mail Order.
The event takes place at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds, 14480 Highway 128, Boonville, California, 95415, just 35 minutes West of Ukiah. An advance 3 day music ticket is $145 and may be purchased Online, via Mail Order, and out numerous Independent Ticket Outlets throughout the West Coast. Single-Day Tickets are $55.00 for Friday or Sunday and $65.00 for Saturday.
Camping is for 3 day music ticket holders only and is not included in the 3 day ticket price. SNWMF offers Family Camp and Alter-abled camp areas located close to the venue gates.
The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival is dedicated to nurturing a world family peacefully united in celebration of the universal spirit of music. Come celebrate with us!!
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THE LIONS - BOOKED TO PLAY UCLA’S JAZZREGGAE FESTIVAL, TOPANGA DAYS COUNTRY FAIR AND IRIE REGGAE FESTIVAL
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Supporting Ziggy Marley & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley
Release New Recordings
“The Lions band which consists of highly decorated musicians from Los Angeles, are one of the best homegrown roots reggae groups on circuit at the moment and they performed brilliantly as usual.”
– Talawah Journals (Ragga Muffins Festival 2010 review)
(May 19, 2010) Fresh from lending a hand at the Haiti Relief Concert in Los Angeles, supporting New Zealand’s buzz-worthy Fat Freddy’s Drop, and sharing the bill with Gregory Isaacs, The Mighty Diamonds and Tarrus Riley at the 29th Annual Ragga Muffins Festival, The Lions are gearing up for a busy spring and summer concert season.
The Lions will perform on two popular festivals this Memorial Day Weekend. Sunday, May 30 will bring the 37th Annual Topanga Days Country Fair in Topanga Canyon, CA where they’ll be joined by legends Ziggy Marley and The Meters Experience featuring Leo Nocentelli, among top local blues, rock and folk bands. Visit www.topangadays.com for details on this is three-day, family affair.
Then on Monday, May 31, “Reggae Day,” The Lions will have the honor of showcasing their roots-meets-dancehall style at the 24th Annual JazzReggae Festival in Los Angeles, alongside the popular combination of Nas & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Barrington Levy, Etana, Cham, among others. Held on UCLA’s Intramural Field, this massive event is expected to draw 30,000+ fans. More information on this festival, including on Sunday’s “Jam Day” is available at: http://jazzreggaefest.com/
Rounding out the summer will be the 2nd Annual Irie Reggae Festival in Long Beach, CA on Sunday, August 29. Headliners for this outdoor event on the bay include Beres Hammond, Culture featuring Kenyatta Hill, Inner Circle and Pato Banton, with the The Lions giving it a lively kick-start. Complete details on this two-day festival are available at: www.iriefest.net
Additional headlining and support slot shows for this summer will soon be added. In the meantime, for more Lions fixes, several members bring their DJ skills to Bar One in North Hollywood, CA every third Thursday of the month as part of Reggae On Wax Thursdays featuring The Lions Soundsystem as well as resident selectors DJ Fajitas and Man Like Devin from The Expanders. This is a free, 21+ event. www.bar1noho.com
Given the popularity of the last year’s 7” 45 vinyl single “This Generation” b/w “New Girl,” The Lions are now releasing the next two new original recordings. The combination of MC/actor Black Shakespeare and crooner Malik Moore shine once again on “Roll It ‘Round,” while singer/actor Alex Desert rides the rocksteady rhythm on “Pieces of a Man.” This vinyl will also be available in limited quantities on their Lions Bread label starting Memorial Day Weekend.
The Lions are Los Angeles’ premier all-star reggae band. The result of an impromptu recording session by some of the scene’s most soulful and notable musicians and singers, The Lions created grooves that went beyond Jamaican music by combining new and traditional rhythms, and dub mixing mastery with the global sounds of Ethiopia and Colombia. Their album Jungle Struttin’ was released on Ubiquity Records in 2008. With four vocalists backed by eight (and sometimes nine) musicians, their live set transcends any particular genre but is best described as a healthy mix of vocal and dub tracks, balancing classic reggae and soul cuts as well as new originals. The Lions have shared the stage with Gregory Isaacs, Sly & Robbie, Michael Rose, The Abyssinians, Tarrus Riley, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Antibalas, Hepcat, The Aggrolites, Bedouin Soundclash, Breakestra, Connie Price & the Keystones and Dengue Fever. The Lions repertoire has been heard on USA’s hit series Burn Notice (“Hot No Ho”, “Thin Man Skank,” “Givin Up Food For Jah”), the Funk Aid For Africa compilation (“Jungle Struttin’”) and the Box of Funq compilation (“Hot No Ho”).
Band Members:
Dan Ubick..................guitar (Connie Price & the Keystones, De La Soul, Big Daddy Kane)
Sergio Rios................guitar (Orgone, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson, The Pharcyde)
Dave Wilder...............bass (Macy Gray, Norah Jones, Brett Dennen, Everlast, Liz Phair)
Blake Colie................drums (Salvador Santana, Derrick Morgan, Leonard Dillon, The Maytones)
Davey Chegwidden...percussion (Rhythm Roots All Stars, De La Soul, Black Eyed Peas, Eric Benet)
Dan Hastie................organ, piano, clavinet (Orgone, Alicia Keys, Common, De La Soul)
James King...............saxophone, flute, melodica (Fitz & the Tantrums, Breakestra, Ray Barretto)
Dave Goodwin………trombone (Fitz & the Tantrums, Raphael Saadiq, Poncho Sanchez)
Alex Desert................vocals (Hepcat)
Deston Berry.............vocals (Hepcat)
Malik Moore...............vocals (Ocean 11)
Black Shakespeare....MC (I&I Sound System)
Steve Kaye................mixing engineer (Orgone, Tone Loc, Connie Price & the Keystones)
Additional Information:
Upcoming Events:
Thursday, May 20 & Every 3rd Thursday
Lions Soundsystem Night
Bar One – North Hollywood, CA
Sunday, May 30
37th Annual Topanga Days Fair
Topanga Community House – Topanga Canyon, CA
Monday, May 31
24th Annual JazzReggae Fest
UCLA Intramural Field – Los Angeles, CA
Sunday, August 29
2nd Annual Irie Reggae Festival
Queen Mary Events Park – Long Beach, CA
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Press Contact:
Sean Heitkemper
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THE 26th EPISODE OF NICHOLAS Da SILVA'S GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES 'DREAD AND ALIVE' FEATURING DREW MCINTOSH: JAMAICAN SUPER HERO
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COOYAH! We have a winner!
Reggae Festival Guide
would like to Congratulate Clarissa Ton-Nu!
She is the proud owner of a brand NEW (not used or refurbished) 8GB iPod Touch! Our next giveaway is May 20, 2010! Get Ready!
Dread & Alive....is an ongoing graphic novel series about Jamaican Super Hero Drew McIntosh. If you missed any episodes, click here to read:
Chapter Seven
Leaving Cudjoe and Philip alone to catch up on old times, Maria decided to join Drew and the other children for tales of Anansi, the West African spider-tricksters, being held in the Kindah. As she moved through the village, she found it very difficult to see where she was going. The moon, obscured by a combination of dark clouds and a light mist that blanketed the rain forest, provided little light to Accompong, making her journey toward the Kindah an arduous one. Halfway there, she approached an elderly Maroon warrior who was sitting quietly near the entrance to his hut. It was pitch dark so Maria could not make out his physical appearance except that he was dressed in thick robe. As she drew nearer, she saw that he was holding a chalice in his hands, a bamboo pipe used for smoking the sacred herb. The man took a draw from it, then exhaled, puffing spoke which emitted a peculiar aroma into the night air. Maria, recognizing the unique odor, quickly averted her eyes as she quietly walked passed the man, hoping not to bother him. Moving forward, she then glanced down at her watch, out of pure habit, to check the time. Straining in the dark, she made out the time to be eleven-fifteen. At that moment, she stopped in her tracks and began to chuckle.
“Why am I looking at my watch?” she thought, shaking her head.
Though this was Maria’s first trip to Accompong, she had traveled to other rain forests around the world, including the Amazon. She knew that living primitively usually meant no need to keep track of time. She casually removed the watch from her left wrist.
“I don’t think I’ll be needing you anytime soon,” she said staring at the watch for a moment before placing it inside her shirt pocket. She quickly continued through the village and when she reached the Kindah, she found Drew and the other children gathered around Quashie, one of the eldersmen of the village and perhaps the greatest storytellers of the Maroons.
To hear Anansi tales told by Quashie, was a much anticipated event in Accompong. No one could tell a story better than Quashie and for the Maroons, they likened themselves to the spider; a creature that was smaller in size to its adversary yet cunning enough to outwit its opponent as well as survive any insurmountable odds it was confronted with. Watching Drew from a distance, Maria was extremely delighted to see how quickly her son was able to make friends among the other children in the village, something she thought would take more time to do.
To be continued …,
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REGGAE SUMFEST MOVES AHEAD DESPITE CHALLENGES
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Johnny Gourzong
THE PROMOTERS of Reggae Sumfest, Summerfest Promotions, has indicated that despite the challenges facing the event, the annual festival will take place from July 18-24 at Catherine Hall, St James. The organisers are also appealing to stakeholders to work with them in finding creative solutions to the challenges to stage the 18th edition of the 'Greatest Reggae Festival on Earth'.
Johnny Gourzong, executive producer of the festival, cites reduced sponsor support and increased production and artiste fees as some of the challenges being faced. He said, "Reggae Sumfest is important to Jamaica's tourism and impacts positively on the economy and despite reduced sponsorship, we decided it was important to beat the odds and host the festival this year."
Traditionally, Reggae Sumfest has hosted a mixture of local and international acts that have distinguished the event as an eclectic mix of good music and performers. In light of the fiscal challenges, the organisers said they gave great consideration to omitting international acts this year. However, after further consideration, the stakeholders agreed that international acts should be included on this year's line-up as the mix of genre and cultures is the essence of the event and such a cut back would adversely affect the marketability of the show.
Reggae Sumfest is an annual event that provides an avenue for new and established local talent to demonstrate their showmanship to an international audience as well as a wide cross section of the Jamaican society. The brainchild of a group of Montego Bay businessmen, Reggae Sumfest was first held in 1993. The show has traditionally featured top reggae and dancehall performers, but hip hop and R&B acts like Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Ja Rule, Boyz II Men and Lionel Richie have also made appearances on the Sumfest stage.
The festival kicks off on July 18 with a beach party. The three-day live event begins on July 22.
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ONE LOVE FESTIVAL
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GRAMPS MORGAN THE NEW FACE OF CY CLOTHING
Dada Son Entertainment
is proud to announce that Gramps Morgan
is the new face of
CY Clothing Inc.
According to Gramps,
"CY Clothing and I have a relationship that goes way back, to when I was a child.
CY identifies with what I stand for which is culture, happiness, and love amongst the human race and that's evident in their brand; and it identifies with my brand, Gramps Morgan."
"I've wanted to do a clothing line for a long time and I wanted to join forces with the CY Evolution brand. They're always supportive of me when I go on tour, so I said why not! Let's join forces and take this to another level. I have so many ideas to improve the brand and they are excited about it."
Meanwhile Gramps' manager and partner, Anthony Alexander says, "This is a very exciting time for the Dada Son family. Under this new partnership comes the newest edition to the Dada Son merchandise catalogue; a brand new Gramps Morgan clothing line designed by CY Evolution."
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CHEF MAYRA - MORE VEGAN BREAKFAST IDEAS
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EASY “Eggs” - Omelet - - INGREDIENTS
* 17 ounces firm tofu
* 1 tablespoon tahini
* 2 tablespoons tamari
* 2-3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
* 1 teaspoon turmeric
* 1 tablespoon oil
METHOD
In a bowl, mash the tofu and mix with the other ingredients. Place batter in an oiled skillet (or non-stick pan) and press into an omelets shape. Cook on medium heat until brown on one side, then flip and brown on the other.
Other Ideas of Breakfast On the Go are:
EASY – WAKE up Smoothie- INGREDIENTS for 2 people
1/2 cup soy milk
1/2 cup silken tofu
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 bananas, frozen
2 Tablespoon organic chocolate syrup “Santa Cruz Organic Chocolate Syrup”
METHOD
Combine soy milk, tofu, and peanut butter in blender. Add bananas, chocolate syrup, and any ice cubes if desired. Blend until smooth.
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JAMAICA POLICE GAIN HOLD ON DRUG LORD’S STRONGHOLD
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By DAVID McFADDEN
This frame grab from video provided by APTN shows soldiers on guard in Kingston, Jamaica, Monday, May 24, 2010. Thousands of armed police and soldiers barged past barricades into the capital's most violent slums, clashing with defenders of a gang leader sought by the United States. At least 30 people have died, officials said. (AP Photo/APTN)
This frame grab from video provided by APTN shows soldiers on guard in Kingston, Jamaica, Monday, May 24, 2010. Thousands of armed police and soldiers barged past barricades into the capital's most violent slums, clashing with defenders of a gang leader sought by the United States. At least 30 people have died, officials said. (AP Photo/APTN)
This image from APTN video shows Jamaican army troops taking cover during operations in Kingston, Jamaica Tuesday May 25, 2010. Thousands of police and soldiers stormed the Jamaican ghettos in search of a reputed drug kingpin wanted by the United States, intensifying a third day of street battles that have killed at least 30 people. (AP Photo/APTN)
This image from APTN video shows Jamaican police officers pointing their guns from inside a police vehicle in Kingston, Jamaica, Tuesday May 25, 2010. Thousands of police and soldiers stormed the Jamaican ghettos in search of a reputed drug kingpin wanted by the United States, intensifying a third day of street battles that have killed at least 30 people. (AP Photo/APTN)
This image from APTN video shows armed plainclothes police at a street corner in Kingston, Jamaica Tuesday May 25, 2010. Thousands of police and soldiers stormed the Jamaican ghettos in search of a reputed drug kingpin wanted by the United States, intensifying a third day of street battles that have killed at least 30 people. (AP Photo/APTN)
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Security forces gained a tenuous hold on the slum stronghold of a powerful reputed drug lord, while Jamaica’s embattled leader promised an independent investigation into the roughly 26 civilian deaths during the operation.
Thousands of police and soldiers have stormed the Tivoli Gardens ghetto in search of Christopher “Dudus” Coke, who is wanted by the U.S. on drug and gun charges. Three days of street battles with heavily armed supporters of the underworld boss had claimed at least 30 lives by late Tuesday.
The fight with gang gunmen has spilled into troubled areas just outside the capital, Kingston, and complaints are rising that innocents are being caught in indiscriminate gunfire.
In a Tuesday address to legislators, Prime Minister Bruce Golding indicated he was taken aback by the intensity of the assault in the heart of West Kingston’s ramshackle slums, which he represents in Jamaica’s Parliament.
“The government deeply regrets the loss of lives, especially those of members of the security forces and innocent, law-abiding citizens caught in the crossfire. The security forces were directed to take all practical steps to avoid casualties as much as possible,” he said.
Golding vowed that the “most thorough investigations” would be undertaken to examine all deaths caused by security forces, which have developed a reputation for slipshod investigations and for being too quick on the trigger. In the same speech, he also said security agents would go after “criminal gunmen in whatever community they may be ensconced.”
Government officials told reporters all the dead civilians in West Kingston were men. But distressed people inside the slums who called local radio stations asserted there had been indiscriminate shootings during the all-out assault that police and soldiers launched Monday.
Security forces on Tuesday only permitted two government investigators and Red Cross staff to enter the Tivoli Gardens area, where supporters of Coke began massing last week after Golding dropped his nine-month refusal to extradite him to the U.S. Coke has ties to Golding’s Labour party, and Tivoli Gardens delivers significant votes for it.
Coke was still at large despite the assault on his stronghold, National Security Minister Dwight Nelson said.
The gunmen fighting for Coke say he provides services and protection to the poor West Kingston community — all funded by a criminal empire that seemed untouchable until the U.S. demanded his extradition.
Coke has built a loyal following and turned the neighborhood into his stronghold. U.S. authorities say he has been trafficking cocaine to the streets of New York City since the mid-1990s, allegedly hiring island women to hide the drugs on themselves on flights to the U.S.
Members of Coke’s Shower Posse and affiliated gangs began barricading his stronghold last week following Golding’s abrupt reversal on Coke’s extradition on drug- and gunrunning.
Golding had stonewalled the U.S. request for nine months, straining relations. A U.S. State Department report earlier this year questioned the Caribbean island’s reliability as an ally in the war against drugs, and Golding’s stance drew domestic opposition that threatened his political career.
The government imposed a monthlong state of emergency for the tense Kingston area Sunday, after an eruption of violence by gangsters that security forces called unprovoked.
The violence has not touched the tourist meccas along the island’s north shore, more than 100 miles (160 kilometers) from Kingston, or the nearby Montego Bay airport. However, Jamaican officials said they were very concerned about the impact on tourism.
“The entire Caribbean and the world is trying to pull itself out of a recession. This kind of hit, if one can call it that, comes at a very, very bad time,” said Wayne Cummings, president of Jamaica’s Hotel and Tourist Association.
Along the pitted and trash-strewn streets of West Kingston that few tourists ever see, residents say Coke is feared for his strong-arm tactics, but also is known for helping slum dwellers with grocery bills, jobs and school fees.
Coke’s influence extends well beyond the capital. Police say gunmen from gangs that operate under the umbrella of his Shower Posse elsewhere on the island have been flocking to his defense.
U.S. federal prosecutors in New York say drug traffickers in the United States routinely sent Coke gifts, including clothes, accessories and car parts in recognition of his influence over the American cocaine trade.
“Mr. Coke is a strongman whose tentacles spread far and wide,” said the Rev. Renard White, a leader of a Justice Ministry peace initiative that works in Jamaica’s troubled communities.
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RENEGADE PRODUCTIONS LIVE MUSIC SUMMER LINE UP LAKE TAHOE, CA
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Sun, June 13
STEEL PULSE
& Mark Sexton Band
MontBleu Resort, Stateline, NV
9:00 pm (Doors Open at 8:00 pm)
$25.00 advance
All Ages
Tue, June 15
THE SKATALITES
Cal-Neva Resort, Crystal Bay, NV
9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm)
$15.00 advance
All Ages
Wed, June 16
THE SKATALITES
Harlows, Sacramento, CA
9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm)
$20.00 advance
21 & over
Sat, July 3
THE ENGLISH BEAT FEATURING DAVE WAKELING
also KEYSER SOZE
Truckee River Park Amphitheater, Truckee, CA
7:00 pm (Doors Open at 6:00 pm)
$20.00 advance
All Ages
Thu, July 22
PATO BANTON & THE NEW GENERATION BAND
River Ranch Lodge, Tahoe City, CA
9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm)
$20.00 advance
21 & over
530-583-2801 or 775-337-8344
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PLEASE HELP BIRTHDAY GIRL, LAURA HAYKEL FROM THE REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE RAISE MONEY FOR IMPORTANT CHARITY
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Greetings Family & Friends,
I am raising money for the African Birth Collective for my birthday. I chose this cause because I believe in the power and energy of it to continue to create a beautiful shift for the LIVITY and peace of mind/heart/body/soul & spirit for the people of Senegal (a country I love) in West Afrika as a whole and beyond.
The African Birth Collective is in the process of raising funds for a very important project translating "A Book for Midwives" into French to be distributed throughout the Francophone countries of West Afrika. The need our support so please see below for more information and HELP TO SUPPORT THIS CAUSE:
African Birth Collective is a non-profit organization that has grown out of the need for greater safety and empowerment of African women in their birth experiences and a desire to bridge the gap between modern and traditional midwifery.
Our organization brings medical supplies and educational materials to maternity clinics in Senegal, West Africa, and we run international midwifery exchange programs to share knowledge and skills. Our goals are: the reduction of infant and maternal mortality rates, greater knowledge of HIV and STD prevention, empowerment of women in their reproductive health, expanding knowledge and skills of direct entry midwives, or matrones, and wider distribution of necessary medical supplies. We are especially concerned about the increased medicalization of birth. This trend leads to overuse, and inappropriate use, of oxytocic drugs and unnecessary procedures that can lead to greater complications and endangerment.
We support the understanding that birth is a natural process, not a medical pathology. We also explore and embrace the elements of traditional midwifery that are safe, nurturing, personal and empowering, and seek to marry them with the best of what modern technology can offer us.
If you would like to make a donation go to the link below:
GIVE THANKS AND PRAISES... WHAT A BEAUTIFUL WAY TO CELEBRATE!
Love,
~Laura
ps... Please pass this along to anyone you know who might be interested in supporting this cause!
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BEST OF THE BEST
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REGGAE RULE THE TOWN
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JUNE RELEASE DATE FOR ROMAIN VIRGO, THE CD
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The self-titled debut album from singer Romain Virgo is scheduled to be released on he VP Records imprint on June 8, according to a release from the record company.
Romain Virgo came to national attention in Jamaica by winning the Digicel Rising Stars competition in 2007. The young vocalist made fans with his convincing vocal performances and youthful star quality. Performing familiar hits throughout the televised, multi-week competition, his charm emerged like a diamond in the rough.
VIRGO... came to national attention in Jamaica by winning the Digicel Rising Stars competition in 2007
[Hide Description] VIRGO... came to national attention in Jamaica by winning the Digicel Rising Stars competition in 2007
For the last two years, the singer has pursued his musical education as a full time student at Edna Manley College in Kingston, while recording multiple hit singles. Under the tutelage of legendary producer Donovan Germain (Penthouse) and others, Roman has matured and the 15 tracks presented on the CD, Romain Virgo, showcase what VP Records calls "an exciting new talent". a
TRACK LISTING
1. Mi Can't Sleep
2. Who Feels It Knows It featuring Etana
3. Love Doctor
4. Taking You Home
5. As De Money Done
6. Should I Call Her
7. Wanna Go Home (Rain Is Falling)
8. Walking Out On You
9. Dark Skinned Girl
10. Live Mi Life
11. Customer Care
12. No Money
13. Touch Me
14. Be Careful
15. I'm Doing Good featuring Cameal Davis
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REGGAE ON THE RIVER INVITES YOU.....
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Greetings Reggae Massive –
You are receiving this as an invitation to join the Official Reggae on the River Newsletter, which we are about to launch. Filled with important festival information, features on performing artists and other aspects of the two-day event, as well as ticket and camping links and a contest or two to win tickets, we wanted to make sure you were invited to receive the newsletter.
To receive the Official Reggae on the River Newsletter just click here to subscribe.
http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=1103244704835&p=oi
If you don’t want to receive this, you don’t need to do anything else J
The Mateel Community Center just announced their confirmed talent for the 26th annual Reggae On The River, taking place as a two-day festival on July 17 and 18 at Benbow Lake State Recreation Area in southern Humboldt County.
Set before a backdrop of ancient redwoods on the banks of the majestic Eel River, this 2-day celebration of the best in reggae and world music has been a favorite festival tradition for over a quarter century and offers attendees an opportunity to soak up the irie northern Cali vibes while enjoying a diverse array of top-class international artists, vendors, and kids activities in a family friendly environment.
This year’s festival will include a diverse mix of top name reggae and world music talent including Sly & Robbie with The Taxi Gang, Don Carlos, Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra, Dezarie, Sugar Minott, Rootz Underground, Sister Carol, Pablo Moses, Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca, Fire Pashon, Messenjah Selah, Rob Symeonn, Quinto Sol, Tchiya Amet & The Lighthouse Band, and Seed N Soil, plus more artists TBA.
2-day tickets for the 26 th annual Reggae On The River are on sale now at local outlets and online at www.inticketing.com for a price of $85. Current MCC members receive a $5 discount when purchased in advance at the Mateel office in Redway. Other local outlets include The Works (Eureka/Arcata), Fortuna Music Mart, Redway Liquor, The Peg House (Leggett), Main Street Music (Willits), Ukiah Natural Foods, and Tangents (Ft. Bragg). If the event is not sold out prior to June 1 st, single day tickets will go on sale at this point for a price of $50 per day. Buying the advance 2-day pass is strongly encouraged.
For camping, parking, artist updates, and other pertinent festival information, visit www.reggaeontheriver.com or call the Mateel office at (707) 923-3368 and make your plans to today to be at the 26 th annual Reggae On The River on July 17 and 18.
Like to know more about Reggae on the River?
Subscribe to the Official Reggae on the River Newsletter by clicking this link.
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BABA KAMBA : : BABA E.P
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The Legend of Baba
Far, far away in deepest space, in the remotest corner of the Universe, lies a distant planet called "BABALAND".
Incredibly the wise people of BABALAND managed to find us long before we found them.
To undertake the perilous journey to Earth they chose a Man who goes by the name of BABA!
He departed from his Planet armed only with his guitar and good intentions.
In his voyages around our planet he experiences many different realities and situations: from sitting in a jail cell in the USA to partying in Russia, from trekking alone in the baking Bedouin desert to sailing on a crazy Irish ship to Jamaica.
It is because he regarded mankind with such an innocent eye that he survived.
With a good deal of luck, charm, karma and good connections we have finally managed to unearth some very rare footage and recordings of BABA’s famous journey.
These are, without doubt, a major piece in the puzzle of Evolution - of Mankind in particular and the Universe in general. Ladies & Gentlemen we are proud to present, for your enjoyment, the story and music of the one and only Baba!!!
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I-OCTANE : : SONG TITLE: MISSING YOU
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ROCKY DAWUNI : : “Hymns for the Rebel Soul”
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Song: “African Reggae Fever”
Release Date: May 25, 2010
Genre: Reggae
Sites to Purchase: www.rockydawuni.com <http://www.rockydawuni.com/> or http://itunes.apple.com/album/hymns-for-the-rebel-soul/id350260482
International music sensation Rocky Dawuni's highly anticipated new CD, Hymns for the Rebel Soul, will be released by AQUARIAN Records. Dawuni describes the 11-song album, which was recorded during the recent transformative U.S. Presidential election, as an uplifting exploration of social and global consciousness. The music was crafted to reflect the common spiritual, political and social aspirations felt by people around the world. Hymns for the Rebel Soul features melodic acoustic tracks like "Jerusalem," a personal ode to the Holy City as well as the poignant social commentary of "Walls Tumblin Down," the new roughneck anthem "African Reggae Fever" and the "Lover's Rock" vibe of "Extraordinary Woman." His track "Download the Revolution" appears on Electronic Arts' video game FIFA Soccer 2010 which has already sold millions of copies world wide. “African Reggae Fever / African Soccer Fever” is also featured on EA’s FIFA 2010 World Cup sound track alongside tracks by luminaries such as Damian Marley and K’Naan.
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LOOK WHO'S ON TOUR!
Mishka Summer Headlining Tour Dates:
5/28/10 Atlanta, GA Smith's Olde Bar
5/29/10 Orlando, FL The Social
5/30/10 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Culture Room
6/02/10 Austin, TX Stubb's Bar-B-Q
6/03/10 Dallas, TX Granada Theater
6/04/10 Houston, TX Warehouse Live
6/06/10 Ozark, AR Wakarusa Music Festival 6/08/10 Denver, CO Bluebird Theater
6/09/10 Park City, UT The Star Bar
6/12/10 Santa Rosa, CA Harmony Festival
2009 iTunes “Best New Artist” Mishka is hitting this road this summee
Supporting Donovan Frankenreiter:
6/20/10 Wellfleet, MA The Beachcomber
7/4/10 Jacksonville, FL Freebird Live
7/5/10 Jacksonville, FL Freebird Live
7/6/10 Isle Of Palms The Windjammer
7/7/10 Isle Of Palms The Windjammer
7/9/10 Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues Myrtle Beach
7/10/10 Towson, MD Recher Theater
7/11/10 Virginia Beach, VA Jewish Mother
7/12/10 Dewey Beach, DE Bottle & Cork
7/14/10 Asbury Park, NJ Stone Pony
7/16/10 Amagansett, NY The Stephen Talkhouse
7/17/10 Montauk, NY Surf Lodge
7/19/10 Wellfleet, MA Beachcomber
7/20/10 Wellfleet, MA Beachcomber
ALBOROSIE & The Shengen Clan Band "Escape From Babylon" Tour
May 28th Arcata, CA @ Arcata Theater
May 29th Pt. Richmond, CA @ Crane Pavilion
May 30th San Francisco, CA @ Mezzanine
June 1st Ashland, OR @ Ashland Armory
June 2nd Eugene, OR @ Wow Hall
June 3rd Portland, OR @ Berbati's Pan
June 4th Seattle, WA @ Neumo's
June 5th Denver, CO @ Cervantes Other Room
June 6th Aspen, CO @ Belly Up Tavern
June 7th Ft. Collins, CO @ Aggie Theater
June 8th Salt Lake City, UT @ Elevate
June 10th Honolulu, HI @ Pipeline Cafe
June 11th Kona, HI @ Kona Beach Hotel
June 12th Maui, HI @ Lanhaina Civic Center
June 14th Redondo Beach, CA @ Brixton
June 15th Costa Mesa, CA @ Detroit Bar
June 16th Santa Barbara, CA @ SOHO Lounge
June 17th Los Angeles, CA @ The Roxy
June 18th San Diego, CA @ The Wave House
June 19th Booneville, CA @ SNWMF
June 20th San Luis Obispo, CA @ Avila Beach
Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars
6-04-2010, Burlington, VT, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival
6-10-2010, Paris, France, Cabaret Sauvage - Altereco Festival
6-12-2010, Bruxelles, Belgium, Festival Millenium,
6-13-2010, London, UK, Celebrating Sanctuary,
6-15-2010, London, UK, Momo,
6-19-2010, Tallinn, Estonia, MAAILMAKULA,
7-10-2010, Cabot, VT, Festivus for the Restivus:
The Manifestivus, 7-15-2010, Norfolk, CT, Infinity Music Hall,
7-19-2010, Montreal, OQ, Festival International Nuits D'Afrique,
8-04-2010, Telluride, CO, Sunset Concert Series, sunset-concert-series
1-04-2011, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Jamcruise 9,
SARAZINO
6-17-2010, San Jose, CA, Music in the Park,
6-19-2010, Boonville, CA, Sierra Nevada World Music Festival,
6-20-2010, San Francisco, CA, Stern Grove,
6-24-2010, San Diego, CA, World Beat Center
6-25-2010, Pasadena, CA, Levitt Pavillion,
7-02-2010, Dornbirn, Austria, Oregano Festival,
7-15-2010, Philadelphia, PA, The Kimmel Center,
7-16-2010, Montreal, QC, Nuit's D'Afrique,
7-17-2010, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver Folk Music Festival,
JUNIOR TOOTS backed by the Kingston Yard Style Band
May 28th - Tobacco Lounge - Riverside - CA
June 5th - Rusty's Surf Ranch - Santa Monica - CA
For bookings & more info visit:
310.497.9261
Royal Management
www.myspace.com/jrtoots
Damian & Nas Distant Relatives tour dates
May 28th: Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern
May 29th: Las Vegas, NV - The Joint
May 30th: Valley Center, CA - Harrah's Rincon - Open Sky Theater
May 31st: Los Angeles, CA - UCLA Jazz Reggae Festival
June 2nd: Santa Fe, NM - Paolo Soleri Amphitheatre
June 8th: Houston, TX - Warehouse Live
June 9th: Austin, TX - Stubb's Waller Creek Outdoor Amphitheater
June 12th: Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle
June 13th: Lake Buena Vista, FL - House of Blues
June 27th: Brussels, BE - Couleur Cafe Festival
June 28th: Paris, FR - Paris Hip Hop Festival
July 1st: Arendal, NO - Hovefestival
July 3rd: Cologne, DE - Summerjam
July 4th: Gdynia, PL - Heineken Opener Festival
July 6th: Copenhagen, DK - Vega
July 7th: Hultsfred, SE - Hultsfred Festival
July 10th: Montreux Vaud, CH - Montreux Jazz Festival - Miles
July 11th: Rotterdam,Holland - North Sea Jazz
July 13th: Hamburg, DE - StadtparkJuly 14th: Munich, DE - Tollwood Festival
July 16th: Manchester, UK - Manchester Academy
July 17th: Dublin, IE - Tripod
July 20th: Hammersmith, UK - Hammersmith Apollo
July 23rd: Gräfenhainichen, DE - Splash Festival
July 31st: Brooklyn, NY - Williamsburg Waterfront
August 1st: Bridgeport, CT - Gathering of The Vibes Festival
RAS INDIO
Sun- July 11, 2010 " Seabreeze Fest" in Long Beach, Ca
KENYATTA HILL
6/20/10 Powerzone Amsterdam, Netherlands
KING CHANGO
7/8/10 El Museo del Barrio New York NY
7/31/10 Peoples Festival Wilmington DE
MYSTIC JAMMERS
6/29/10 One Pelham East Newport RI
The Abyssinians
9/5/10 Lafayette Reggae Fest Lafayette LA
TAJ WEEKES & ADOWA
6/8/10 Jewish Mother Virginia Beach VA
6/10/10 Pisgah Brewing Co. Black Mountain NC
6/9/10 Port O Call Kill Devil Hills NC
6/11/10 Riverbend Festival Chattanooga,TN
6/13/10 Pour House Charleston SC
6/18/10 Island Fest Kalamazoo, MI
7/20/10 One Pelham East Newport RI
7/22/10 Johnny D’s Somerville MA
7/31/10 Peoples Festival Wilmington DE
10/2/10 Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival Columbia MO
INNER VISIONS
6/5/10 Outer Banks Brewing Station Kill Devil Hills NC
6/11/10 Plum’s Beaufort SC
6/18/10 Island Festival Kalamazoo, MI
6/25/10 Quixote’s True Blue Denver CO
7/1/10 Moe’s Alley Santa
Cruz,CA
7/3/10 Ashkenaz Music & Dance Comm. Center Berkeley CA
7/23/10 Bele Chere Festival Asheville NC
7/24/10 Gathering of the Peacemakers Bernardsville NC
8/4/10 Sunset Park Concert Series Harvey Cedars NJ
8/6/10 The Saint Asbury Park NJ
8/12/10 Bethlehem Musik Fest Bethlehem, PA
8/13/10 Iron Horse Northhampton MA
8/17/10 One Pelham East Newport RI
8/18/10 Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Ipswich MA
8/27/10 Schooner’s Landing Demariscotta ME
9/2/10 Johnny D’s Somerville MA
Roots Revealers
9/5/10 Lafayette Reggae Fest Lafayette LA
Chezidek tour dates -
Friday May 14th @ The Mateel Community Center - along with Jah Sun Backed by The We A Dem Band also appering Luv Fyah, Arkaingelle, Bingi Ghost & Irae Divine backed by 7th Street
Saturday May 15th @ The Rockit Room in SF - backed by The We A Dem Band + special guests
Friday May 21st @ Coopers in Navada City - along with Jah Tory & Soul Medic backed by The We A Dem Band
Friday May 28th @ The Bolinas CommUnity Center - inna soundsystem style with Luv Fyah, Lady Passion, Arkaingelle, Malika Madermana, Bobby Tenna & more... backed by Comanche High Power - All Ages, Early Show! (for more info call 415-868-0525)
Saturday May 29th @ The Moose Lodge in Sonoma - along with Lady Passion & Joshwa backed by Irie Sounds - All Ages!
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THIS DAY IN REGGAE
| May 28 |
| 1948: |
Nationalist Party in South Africa wins White-only elections and begins dismantling limited rights of Africans. |
| 1969: |
Rolling Stone Mick Jagger and girlfriend Marianne Faithful are arrested in their London home on marijuana possession charges. |
| May 29 |
| 2004: |
Singer Barry Brown passes away on the premises of the Sone Waves Recording Studio at Ivy Green Crecent in Kingston. |
| May 30 |
| 1960: |
Jah Machida, Japanese DJ, is born. |
| 1969: |
Spragga Benz (Carlton Grant) is born in Dunkirk area of Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1981: |
Makeda Jahnesta Marley, last child of Bob, is born to Yvette aka Ivet.
http://reggaelife.jp/thisday.pl
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WE ARE DEFENDING PEACE AND LOVE
BREAKING NEWS FROM JAMAICA - VOICEMAIL ONIEL HAS DIED
FLAVA SQUAD ENTERTAINMENT WISHES TO EXPRESS THIER CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF ONIEL VOICEMAIL....
Between me and God
Written by Selvin ‘Ewan’ McRae
www.flavasquadent.com / reggaedjewan@yahoo.com
The purpose of my life on earth is to give god praise
After three scores plus ten, it’s the final stage
And if I should pass away at an early age
Don’t you worry about me, please don’t be afraid
I will be gone, but in his arms I’ll be
Away from all evil and sickness, i will be free
Enjoying his kingdom on those streets of gold
Now pay attention as my story is been told
Don’t sit and cry; please don’t do that over me
Because the road I’ve trod, is everyone’s journey
For you all I’ll wait, yes I’ll wait patiently
So don’t let me down, because we are family
Follow the commandments, it’s the only way
Recognize him as your savior while you pray
Continuously hail him, whether night or day
He is our creator; he had made us from the clay
Been with the father stirs up so much joy
From a distance I feel it, yes, from a far
Brilliantly his love glows like the morning star
Worry about me no more, am wrapped up in Jah arms
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RICHIE B'S ROOTS REGGAE AIRPLAY CHARTS - STRAIGHT FROM YARD!
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM
MAY 28, 2010
TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 2 13 Come into My Room – Mavado & Stacious – Di Genius (1wk@#1) U-1
02 4 9 Clarks – Vybz Kartel / Popcaan / Gaza Slim – CR203/Adidjaheim/Notnice U-2
03 1 13 Beg U A Touch – Vybz Kartel – Adidjahiem/Notnice Records (2wks@#1) D-2
04 3 14 Mi Woman a Call Mi – Beenie Man – SANKOFA (pp#3) D-1
05 6 12 Caan Fren Again – Steven McGregor – Di Genius U-1
06 7 12 Wanna Be Ballaz – Assassin – SANKOFA U-1
07 10 6 Hold Yuh – Gyptian – VP Records U-3
08 5 17 Hot Like a Fire – Toya – Downsound (2wks@#1) D-3
09 11 8 My Cupp – Richie Loops – Big Yard Music U-2
10 12 11 Skippin Feelin – Tiana & Chi Ching Ching – Media House Production U-2
11 8 18 Put Yuh Hand Up In The Air - Assassin – Di Genius (2wks@#1) D-3
12 9 16 Gal Ova Gun – Mavado – Armz House Production (pp#2) D-3
13 15 9 Mr. DJ – Miss Triniti – Trini Girl Production U-2
14 16 6 Party Cup – Ding Dong – IMG U-2
15 13 19 Fresh – Flexx – Fagan Fraternity/Hapilos Entertainment (2wks@#1) D-2
16 18 4 Gal A Mad Over – Mavado – Di Genius U-2
17 19 4 Bank Inna Mi Pocket - Versatile – Romeich Records U-2
18 14 16 Fire Pon Obeah - Capleton – SANKOFA (pp#4) D-4
19 17 20 How She Like It – Duane Howard & Junior Kelly – Reign Time Records (pp#5) D-2
20 22 5 Boss Lady – Toya – Downsound U-2
21 23 2 Certified Diva – Tami Chynn & Tifa – Washroom Entertainment U-2
22 24 2 Clarks Pt 2 (Clarks Again) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion U-2
23 20 18 Go Go Club – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion (pp#3) D-3
24 21 18 Every Gal – Nicky B – Head Concussion (pp#8) D-3
25 25 21 Skip to Ma Lue – Serani feat Ding Dong & Razz & Biggy – Daseca (1wk@#1) NM
TOP 25 REGGAE SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 2 15 Johnny – LUST – Born Music (1wk@#1) U-1
02 1 11 Sweetie – Roots Revealers feat Chaka Demus(2wks@#1) D-1 – Family House Music
03 4 11 No Other Alternative – Guidance – Brown Brothers Music U-1
04 3 22 Love this Lifetime – Sheba feat Bounty Killer – Sonic Dynasty (1wk@#1) D-1
05 7 10 Unconditional Love – Jah Cure feat Phyllisia – SOBE/Danga Zone U-2
06 8 10 August Town – Etana – Free Mind U-2
07 5 28 Heavy Load – Tom Laing – Top Tier/Raw Moon (3wks@#1) D-2
08 10 12 Night Shift – Busy Signal – Turf Muzik/Star Player Music Group U-2
09 11 9 My Promise – Andy Livingston – Black Dutch Records U-2
10 6 21 Million $ Check – Mojo Morgan – Gedion Soldiers Ent (pp#5) D-4
11 13 9 Thank You Jah – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim / Notnice U-2
12 9 15 Nah Stop Try – Zebilum Tucker – Formula One Productions (pp#9) D-3
13 15 8 Gangster Life – Junior X – Revolutionary Entertainment U-2
14 14 9 Trouble in the World – Richie Spice – Master One Productions NM
15 16 6 Dance Like We’re Making Love/Sugar Dumplin – Nicky B – Feelin Records U-1
16 12 15 Rise Again(Tribute to Haiti) – Shaggy, Sean Paul, Sean Kingston, Tessanne Chin, Etana, Alison Hinds, Kees Dieffenthaller, David Rudder, Belo, Shontelle Layne, Destra Garcia, Edwin Yearwood – Birchill Records (pp#3) D-4
17 18 7 Comeback to Bed – Gramps Morgan – Dada Son Entertainment U-1
18 20 4 The Leaders – ELJAI – Jah Mix Entertainment/No Doubt Records U-2
19 17 13 A Time and a Place – Buju Banton – John John (pp#13) D-2
20 21 6 Salt of the Earth/Let’s Drink – Richie Stephens – Boot Camp U-1
21 22 3 Free – Etana – No Doubt Records U-1
22 19 25 The Pill – Junior X – Revolutionary Entertainment (2wks@#1) D-3
23 25 2 Pearly Gates – Bugle – T J Records U-2
24 23 30 Feel So Good – Barbee – Rare Diamond Productions (1wk@#1) D-1
25 24 19 Lose A Friend – I-Octane – Truck Back (pp#6) D-1
TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHART
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 13 Pon Di Gaza 2.0 – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim / Tads Records (4wks@#1) NM
02 3 8 Ragga, Ragga, Ragga 2010 – Various Artistes – Greensleeves U-1
03 2 17 Now & Forever – Sanchez – VP Records (4wks@#1) D-1
04 4 9 Genuine – Bescenta – Upliftment Music International (UMI) NM
05 5 12 The Focus Riddim – Various Artistes – Raw Moon / Top Tie NM
06 7 4 Sugar Roy/Conrad Crystal & The Great Reggae Icons – Sugar Roy / Conrad Crystal & Friends – Fireball Records U-1
07 6 17 Crucial Times – Sizzla Kalonji – Greensleeves Records (3wks@#1) D-1
08 9 3 Red Pond – Junior Kelly – VP Records U-1
09 10 2 I Know – Eljai – Jah Mix Entertainment U-1
10 8 14 Escape from Babylon – Alborosie – Greensleeves D-2
Numbers in bracket indicate the number of weeks at the No. 1 Spot.
Key: U – Upward, D – Down, NM – Non-Mover
TW – This Week, LW – Last Week, WC Weeks on Chart, PP in bracket – Peak Position
Sources: Sound Systems, Record Shops, Night Clubs & Radio Play
ALL SOUND SYSTEMS, SELECTORS, RECORD SHOPS, NIGHT CLUBS & RADIO DJS WHO WISH TO ASSIST US AS WE COMPILE OUR WEEKLY CHARTS, PLEASE FURNISH US WITH ONLY CURRENT TELEPHONE NUMBERS. CALL: 876 968-5817 NOW!!!
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WHEE (World Hemp Expo Extravaganja)WMFF(World Marijuana Film Festival
Friday-Monday, May 28th-31st 2010
Red Bluff Ca
United States
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Festival of Praise
Friday, May 28th 2010
San Diego California
United States
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California Roots Music & Arts Festival
Saturday, May 29th 2010
Monterey CA United States
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Kentucky Reggae Festival
Saturday-Monday, May 29th-31st 2010
Louisville Kentucky
United States
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Roots, Reality & Culture Series presents Ky-Mani Marley
Saturday, May 29th 2010
Herndon Virginia
United States
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Nonpalidece at the Worldbeat Center
Saturday, May 29th 2010
San Diego California
United States
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Topanga Days Country Fair
Saturday-Monday, May 29th-31st 2010
Topanga Canyon
California United States
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JazzReggae Festival
Sunday-Monday, May 30th-31st 2010
Los Angeles California
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Best of the Best
Sunday, May 30th 2010
Downtown Florida
United States
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Palm Beach Jerk and Caribbean Culture Festival 2010
Monday-Monday, May 31st-31st 2010
West Palm Beach FL
United States
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Sunshine Reggae Festival
Saturday-Sunday, May 7th-8th 2011
67630 LAUTERBOURG Bas-Rhin
France
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Alborosie W/ The Shengen clan band
Tuesday, June 1st 2010
Ashland Oregon
United States
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Hanover Reggae Festival
Friday-Sunday, June 4th-6th
2010 Hanover Ontario
Canada
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Reggae Fest
Friday, June 4th 2010
Irvine California
United States
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Irie Vibes
Saturday, June 5th 2010
Eibergen Gelderland
Netherlands
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4th Annual Ominoday World
Saturday, June 5th 2010
San Francisco Ca U.S.
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Amelia Island SunSplash
Saturday, June 5th - Tuesday, September 7th 2010
Fernandina Beach Florida
U.S.
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Okanogan Highlands Conscious Culture Festival
Friday-Saturday, June 11th-12th 2010
Tonasket Washington
United States
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Afrika Festival Nürnberg
Friday-Sunday, June 11th-13th 2010
Nürnberg Bayern
Germany
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Harmony Festival
Friday-Sunday, June 11th-13th 2010
Santa Rosa California
United States
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Reggae on the Ridge
Friday-Sunday, June 11th-13th 2010
Prattsburgh New York
United States
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The Skatalites in Concert
Friday, June 11th 2010
Ensenada
Mexico
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Tampa Caribbean Carnival
Saturday-Sunday, June 12th-13th 2010
St. Petersburg Florida
United States
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THE 4TH ANNUAL REGGAE ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Saturday, June 12th 2010
Toronto Ontario
Canada
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Reggae in the Desert
Saturday, June 12th 2010
Las Vegas Nevada
United States
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Reggae Live Open Air
Saturday-Saturday, June 12th-12th 2010
Mainz-Kastel Mainz
(Rheinufer) Germany
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REGGAE TRAIN SunFest 2010
Saturday-Saturday, June 12th
2010 Catanzaro
Calabria Italy
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30th Annual Seattle Peace Concerts
Sunday, June 13th - Sunday, September 19th 2010
Seattle Washington
United States
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Steel Pulse
Sunday, June 13th 2010
Stateline Nevada
United States
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One Love,
Kaati and Krew
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