Queens, NY: Irie Jamboree, North America’s premier reggae festival will not be held this year. The executive team made the agonizing decision to forgo the seventh annual staging this year. We will instead focus our resources on planning for the 2011 festival on Labor Day Sunday and promise another spectacular, exciting presentation then.

 

To set the record straight about why this beloved annual concert was forced into hiatus this year, we list 5 reasons that are the cold facts.

The Recession
There’s a well known adage in the Caribbean that “if America sneezes, the Caribbean gets a cold”. This has never been more severely evidenced than over the past few years as the economic recession being experienced by the U.S. economy has had a grueling disproportionate effect on the diaspora Caribbean community. The average Caribbean family has seen an average 20% to 30% decrease in household income when compared to last year, this according to New York State’s most recent unemployment data. As families strive to meet their basic needs, oftentimes under conditions of lost or reduced income, “disposable income” is slowly becoming an extinct concept. Families face the challenge of striving for economic survival in this insecure economy, while still facing the added burden of having to contribute support to family members back home who are also struggling to make ends meet. Where possible, saving for an unsure future is the prevailing mindset of most Caribbean households of the day. The sensitivity of these issues is not lost to us the organizers of Irie Jamboree, on having examined the possibility of reducing the entrance charge for the event we recognize that we would be unable to host the event without absorbing a significant deficit in 2010. Our access charges policy over the past 7 years has always dictated that we endeavor to keep admission to the concert at minimum cost to patrons.

 

Artists visa cancellation/incarceration
To restate the obvious, while Reggae is an entire philosophy, the heart of reggae is the music; the soul of reggae is that of the artists’ expressions. Reggae artists whose inspiring performances are usually at the core of any successful festival, have been affected by a number of well-publicized events that will hinder the delivery of an event that meets the usual high standards of an Irie Jamboree type, and the equally lofty inherent expectations of its concert goers. Primary among these are visa revocations and artistes incarcerations. Buju Banton- Incarcerated; Beenie Man-No Visa; Bounty Killer-No Visa; Busy Signal-No Visa; Movado-No Visa; Vybz Kartel-No Visa; Ninjaman- Incarcerated; Jah Cure-No Visa; Sizzla-No Visa and Luciano-No Visa.

 

Labor Day weekend is at the height of the NYC tourist season. Recreational and entertainment events during this period, including the staging of Irie Jamboree, positively impact the economy by generating millions in revenue for the city as thousands of people flock to the area to experience the best of Caribbean culture. The apparent (albeit debatable) absence of true regard for the contribution of the Caribbean Community to the economy by U.S. governing authorities is a matter of grave concern to the community at large. As a group, the Caribbean business community has been vocal about the visa/travel issue. This is a serious matter that we will continue to actively advocate through appropriate avenues as we invite discussions with the relevant authorities in order to ascertain conditions of the visa revocation process and opportunities for possibly reinstating travel privileges. This situation is becoming more dire and needs to be properly addressed so that fair and prompt resolution can be hopefully achieved. Meanwhile, we the organizers of Irie Jamboree continue to hold artistes to account for upholding a moral and ethical compass that will ensure standards of behavior that are respectful and compliant with the laws of varied governing jurisdictions.

 

The 8pm Shutdown
Irie Jamboree is staged at the Roy Wilkins Park in Queens. The New York City mayor’s office through the 113th precinct in Queens, has issued orders for events in area parks to be concluded by 8pm (EST).

 

This puts tremendous pressure on particular promoters. The event is generally scheduled to end at 10pm. It is unreasonable to expect the team of professionals who plan and organize the concert, and whose resources are already strained to terminate the show at 10pm even under the best of circumstances. This 8pm cut off equates to nothing short of production suicide. Additionally, to limit performances in order to meet this timeline represents a gross disservice to patrons and artists alike of the event, and significantly affects a critical subscribing feature that has been created for Irie Jamboree, the reputable “brand” by which it is now widely known and respected.

 

The overall climate in the Industry
Overall, the reggae industry is at an all time low. The music seems to have become relatively stagnant. Those promoters (particularly in the North-east) who have ventured to host outdoor events these past 2 years have reported significant losses due primarily to unprecedented low attendance numbers. Amongst other salient reasons, not unlike what Jamaica’s Usain Bolt did for the sport of track & field, the music industry needs to be potently re-energized; an adrenalin shot of sorts. Irie Jamboree is one of the many casualties of the arguably recent lull in the music, and by extension the industry at large that breathes life into it.

 

Other Variables
Irie Jamboree is produced as a collaborative effort together with valued partners whose sponsorship support is critical to its successful staging each year. Staging the number one reggae concert in the Northeast USA is amongst other things a very costly undertaking. All (not a few) but ALL traditional corporate sponsors of these type events have at best, dramatically slashed their marketing budgets, if not totally eliminating them. Irie Jamboree has not been spared the ravages of these budgetary realignments, not the least of which has been the recent acquisition of Air Jamaica by Caribbean Airlines which has resulted in the loss of one of the event’s greatest allies.

 

Recent upheaval in Western Kingston borne of the events surrounding the extradition of Christopher “Dudus” Coke to the United States is an international incident that has had a plethora of adverse ripple effects throughout the Diaspora, and implications across economies, from which very few have emerged unscathed.

Suffice it to say that this has deemed this 2010 as being a less than opportune year for the concert promoting business. That said, we remain confident that Irie Jamboree 2011 will continue the trend in being the best, and most celebrated reggae concert in North America.

 

As we make plans for the 2011 staging of Irie Jamboree, we are hopeful that the Government of Jamaica will see the need to allocate a portion of the US$10 million for Jamaican festivals in the Diaspora. This money we are told is earmarked for the tourism sector to be used to improve Jamaica’s image in the post “Dudus” disaster. Fact is that international festivals like Irie Jamboree has opportunities for valuable public relations exposure for Jamaica. The festival boast a solid track record of quality production and enjoys popular support in the community. Like the Jamaica Jazz & Blues festival that received US$40,000 a few years ago from the JTB, Irie Jamboree is well positioned and can continue to help to promote Jamaica’s music and culture. The success and longevity of this festival will go a long way in helping to repair Jamaica’s tarnished image in New York, regard as the media capital of the world.

 

We at Irie Jamboree wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our devoted patrons; tireless staff; reliable vendors; committed sponsors, partners and investors; members of the media fraternity, New York’s finest – the NYPD; our loving families and friends; and all others who have been associated with this world class concert over the past seven years here in New York City. Your support is what has sustained and motivated us to keep presenting our beloved music, and the true virtues of our culture at the highest level. We remain committed to bringing you a show that you deserve, and of which you can always be proud.

 

Mangos contain also a lot of tryptophan, the precursor of the "happiness-hormone" serotonin.

Some cool mango Facts:

Mango has many varieties.There was a mention, at least there are 2000 types of mangoes in the world. Mango form a fully rounded, like mango Gedong, and the long round, like "mango harumanis" and "mango manalagi", Mango kopeks flat, round, oval doll was mango.

 

Although the shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors of mango variety. In terms of nutrition it is almost no different. Fresh ripe mango contains about 82 percent water, 41 mg vitamin C, and energy/calories, 73 Cal per 100 grams. In every 100 grams of young mango, mango, raw water contained approximately 84 percent, 65 mg vitamin C, and the energy of 66 Cal. Energy in the young mango low because many contain more starch, which will turn into sugar in the process of maturation.

 

Most mango energy from carbohydrates in the form of sugar, which make it sweet. Sugar content was dominated by sugar sucrose groups. Sugar contents in mango 7-12 percent range. However, the type of sweet mango can reach 16-18 percent.

 

Mangoes are also high in nutritional substances antioxidants, also found the content of beta-carotene and vitamin C (along with potassium, vitamin A activity, carbohydrate, energy and water).

 

You want to buy a mango can choose a good mango color is yellowish green, smooth skin and sweet aroma. Avoid choosing fruit that is too hard or too soft, bruised, or the smell of fermentation.

KCRW’s World Festival
Reggae Night IX
Jimmy Cliff, Sly & Robbie and The Taxi Gang
Tarrus Riley

L.A.’s biggest reggae party features the soaring vocals of the godfather of reggae Jimmy Cliff and his hits “Wild World” and “Many Rivers To Cross,” the irrepressible rhythms of Sly & Robbie, and upcoming reggae sensation Riley.

 

REGGAE NIGHT IX

JIMMY CLIFF

SLY & ROBBIE

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"There you are."  Maria smiled and handed the bowl of porridge to her son.

            Staring at the yellow, mushy contents in the bowl, Drew swallowed hard while making several facial contortions that expressed his dislike for what he saw.

            Maria chuckled. "Don’t worry.  It taste better than it looks."

            Again, staring into the bowl of porridge, Drew slowly picked up the wooden spoon, filled it with the gooey substance, and brought the spoon to his mouth. He paused.  Closing his eyes, he placed the spoon slowly in his mouth ... and shivered.  Some of the porridge smeared his cheeks.  He swallowed hard, then glanced at Maria.

            "Where’s dad?" he asked.

        Maria crouched and wiped the loose porridge from the side of Drew's mouth. "He’s in the forest with some of the hunters. They are looking for food."

        A tight-lipped Drew nodded his head, then continued. "When do we go home?"

            His question caught Maria by surprise. "I’m afraid not anytime soon." She put her hands on his shoulders. "For now, this village will be our home.  At least until your father’s work is done here ... and I don’t know when that will be.”

            Maria looked over at the other children and sighed. "Why don’t you finish your meal so you can play with the other children. I’m going to help Juba and the others in the field today." She stopped and looked at him questioningly. “You going to be alright?"

            Drew nodded, then forced himself to return to the job of finishing his porridge.

            Maria kissed him on his forehead, then stood up and slowly walked away. Drew continued to eat, taking down several spoonfuls before looking up at his mother.  He stared at her for long time, watching until she disappeared in the distance.

         Leaving Drew to get to know the other children of the village, Maria rejoined Juba in the fields. Today, the women were going to clear a section of the forest for harvesting.

 

 

 

Death is the bitter sweet gift of life. We all know it's coming, although for most it appears unannounced. The irony of it all is that we spend a life time preparing to see the gates of Zion, yet our departure is very rarely celebrated with joy. I (Garfield "Chin" Bourne) was not a personal friend of Sugar Minott but a huge fan of his music and unlimited contributions to the early stages of the dancehall and sound system culture. So, celebrating Sugar's life may be a little bit easier for me to do than those who were the closest to him.

 

I refuse to be saddened and want to enjoy Sugar's life through the works of art he has left behind. With more than 60 albums and tons of timeless hits like "Mr. DC," "Herbsman Hustling," "Vanity," "Never Gonna Give up Jah," "Good Thing Going" and so many others, Sugar Minott has a catalogue that rivals some of Jamaica's top stars. Not only do we have Sugar's music to live through, we have the careers of the many artists he either influenced or discovered. My dearest memory of Sugar Minott will undoubtly be his performance at "REEEWIND" last year.  

 

Sugar was not billed for the show.  In fact, he just happened to be in town and called us for some passes for the event.  At the time, we were under pressure because Luciano was denied entry to the United States just before the show.  Hearing Sugar's voice on the line was like a breath of fresh air. Irish's father and Sugar went way back. So, Irish worked out the business end of it and we booked him for the show. Sugar Minott's performance at the show was nothing short of flawless.  Our last minute added guest literally brought the house down with his hits. The crowd was amazed!! Sugar Minott was the talk in the streets for weeks and he was so humble. He just loved doing his thing! 

 

They just don't make singers like Sugar Minott anymore!  Today, it's all about the money and very little talent. Although this great hero, better yet "Godfather of Dancehall Music," has passed on, he will leave behind an impeccable legacy and great ethics.  Many of today's artists still have a lot to learn.

 

The passing of Sugar Minott makes me wonder what the future of Reggae music will be like. To view Irish and Chin's tribute to Sugar Minott, which includes snippets of his stellar performance at "Reeewind" in October 2009 (his last big show), click here or on the photo.  Rest in Peace Sugar Minott.  You may be gone but will never be forgotten!

 

Source: Irish and Chin

Philip Hamilton, Gleaner Writer

 

Lawyers representing dancehall star Vybz Kartel are heading to court to seek compensation from the State for his detention.

 

Kartel, whose correct name is Adijah Palmer, spent a little more than two weeks in custody after he was detained under the state of emergency.

 

But attorney-at-law, Valerie Neita-Robertson, believes the State overstepped its bounds and she wants compensation for the artiste, who was finally released by the police about 7:30 p.m. last Friday.

 

According to Neita-Robertson, National Security Minister Dwight Nelson had signed an order on Tuesday, July 13, authorising the release of Kartel.

 

She told The Sunday Gleaner that her client's prolonged detention resulted in him losing several contracts, including a show he was booked to perform in in Nassau, Bahamas, yesterday.

 

No respect

 

"They do not respect or regard authority. They have no respect for anybody, and this has to stop," said Neita-Robertson.

 

"From what was told to me, utterances were made to certain media personnel by police officers that they were not releasing him until today (Saturday). I would draw a conclusion from that they didn't want him to meet this engagement," Neita-Robertson said

 

She alleged that the detention order which her client was served did not state a reason as to why he was being detained.

 

The attorney said while the police's interview with Kartel was very cordial, there was no specific offence which the police sought to question him about.

 

"When an order is given under the law, then the law must have its course. Police cannot just decide that they are not doing what they are supposed to do and we sit back and accept it," an obviously upset Neita-Robertson told The Sunday Gleaner.

 

"We want to cooperate and want crime to go down, but we will not put up with slackness."

 

Neita-Robertson charged that Kartel was not the only person who had been kept in police custody after the national security minister signed their release order.

 

She said several other persons, including women, were being illegally held by the police despite the order for their release.

 

The attorney said she had also been informed by the national security minister that one of her clients was to be released and placed under house arrest on the recommendation of the Emergency Powers Review Tribunal.

 

"That was days ago, and it has not been carried out," said Neita-Robertson.

 

As one of dancehall's hottest acts around now, particularly with his hit Clarkes enjoying heavy rotation, Kartel demands, and is guaranteed, top dollar for each show.

 

Last week, his publicist, Claude Mills, said due to his incarceration, two shows in the Caribbean were postponed. The shows were scheduled to be held in The Bahamas and Trinidad on July 17 and 24, respectively.

 

He also missed Tidal Wave, which was held at Waves Beach in Portmore, St Catherine, one week ago, leaving his bank book millions of dollars lighter.

 

- philip.hamilton@gleanerjm.com.

 

Gyptianis currently at the forefront of Reggae music. He gained popularity amongst Reggae fans with his previous releases. His new album Hold Yourepresents his growth as an artist.

 

Gyptian'snew album Hold You releases on July 20. It contains 15 tracks and 2 iTunes exclusive tracks. This album introduces the World to the new era of Sexy Reggae Music. The melodic opening coupled with Gyptian's gentle vocals on Prelude (To Be Held) sets the perfect mood to start off the album. Gyptian dedicates this album to ladies across the globe. Included is the up-tempo and romantic track Beautiful Lady from his debut album. This song displayed Gyptian's potential as the Casanova of Reggae Music and it's fitting that it was added to Hold You. From Call Gyptian,Where You Belong and Rendezvous, Hold You delivers classic Lovers Rock and Dancehall tunes. The smash hit that has been dominating airwaves worldwide and setting the stage for Gyptian to be the next star in Reggae music is the catchy title track “Hold You. The next single that's slated topropel him further as a mainstream success is “Nah Let Go.” Gyptian proves that he is a master at creating memorable lyrics. One listen to the track and you will not forget it. Gyptian opens the door to his heart and lets everyone in on this album. “So Much In Love” and “Drive Me Crazy” expresses his passion for the opposite sex and what motivates his life-force. Gyptian is sexiness personified and his muse is the love he has for women. The album closes with the heartfelt dedication track “Selah.”This album places Gyptian into a category of his own and presents the future of Reggae Music.

 

Born Windel Beneto Edwards on October 25, 1983, Gyptian was raised in the rural King Weston district in the parish of St. Andrew by his Christian mother Pauline and his Rastafarian father, Basil. Neither parent dictated their son's spiritual path but both encouraged his musical talent; thus Gyptian, who earned his nickname because he often wrapped shirts around his head in the style of an Egyptian pharaoh, sang at his mother's Sunday morning church services and at the Saturday night dances promoted by his father who owned the Sugar Stone sound system.

 

Gyptian's U.S. tour dates
July 16th‐ Charleston SC
July 19th & July 20th ‐ NYC
July 21st‐ Providence R.I
July 24th‐ N.CAROLINA
July 25th‐ GREESNBORO S.C.
July 28 - TARIS CALIFORNIA
July 29 - LOS ANGELES
August 6th‐ Miami
August 20 - POUGHKEEPSIE
August 21 TAMPA, Fl.
August 22nd NYC
August 28th Tampa, FL
Sept 3rd‐ NYC
Sept 4th‐ Pontiac, MI
Sept 5th‐ NYC
Oct 2nd‐ Miami
October 8th thru 10th - Miami

 

Thursday, August 5

River Ranch Lodge, Tahoe City, CA

9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm)

$15.00 advance

21 & over

 

Wed, Sept 1

Cal Neva Resort, Crystal Bay, NV (north Tahoe)

9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm)

$20.00 advance

all ages

 

530-583-2801 or 775-337-8344

Calendar listing:

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Michael Franti and Spearhead also Flobots

 Knitting Factory Concert House

Reno, Nevada

Doors – 7:00 pm/Show – 8:00 pm

Tickets available at the Cal-Neva Casino Main Cashier Cage 24-Hours a day

(entrance located on the corner of 2nd Street and Virginia Street),

or by calling 877-4-FLY-TIX (435-9849) and online at www.Ticketfly.com or www.KnittingFactory.com

Tickets: $33.00 in advance, $35.00 day of show

General Admission Standing

$65.00 Reserved Box Seat

 

 

Michael Franti and Spearhead will appear at The Knitting Factory Concert House in downtown Reno on Wednesday, August 4 along with the Flobots. Doors are at 7pm and Music starts at 8pm. Advance tickets can be purchased at Cal-Neva Main cashier age or onine at www.knittingfactory.com. The Knitting Factory is an all-ages venue.

 

All Rebel Rockers, Michael Franti’s most recent album, features the legendary production team of Sly & Robbie and reinforces Franti’s place as a global force and a true musician of his time. The first single, “Say Hey (I Love You)” is fast becoming one of the biggest of Franti’s career. It’s one of the most added records at multiple radio formats--Top 40, Hot AC and Alternative--and its music video has already exceeded 1 million views on YouTube. As for the CD, All Rebel Rockers marked Franti’s highest Billboard Top 200 Album Chart debut ever.

 

Through his entire musical career to date, Franti has continued to slowly but surely build an extremely dedicated global grass roots following. He’s done it with a new spin on an old fashioned way. He’s earned his fans, one winning concert at a time. Ultimately what unites Franti’s remarkable and impressive career is, ironically, the man’s ongoing search for harmony.

“As a musician and a man, I more than anything else want to be a unifier,” Franti explains. “I want to bring people together through music and its unique power. And I hope that somehow that sense of unity extends beyond the music.”

 

 

Flobots, who previously headlined their own show at the Knitting Factory Reno, are returning as direct support to Michael Franti and Spearhead.  The Denver, Colorado-based musical collective are known for their battle-hardened, groove-fusing rhythm section, their classically-trained violist, and a sound that explores and expands the frontiers of live hip-hop.  Influenced by progressive rappers such as the Roots and Common as well as alternative hard rock bands like Rage Against the Machine and Tool, Flobots are visionary in both style and message.  The band’s ability to drop from symphonic rock-infused crescendos into stripped-down string-laden breakbeats has earned them a reputation for both originality and authenticity.

 

Produced By Knitting Factory Presents – www.KnittingFactory.com

General Admission, All Ages, Full Bar w/ ID

Nas & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Announces Benefit Concert at Williamsburg Waterfront

 

Saturday July 31st, Presented by the Open Space Alliance for North Brooklyn (OSA) [March 29, 2010, New York, NY] – Nas & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley announces benefit concert to be held on Saturday July 31st, 2010 to benefit the Open Space Alliance for North Brooklyn (OSA). The show will be a part of a series of benefit concerts for OSA to take place at the Williamsburg Waterfront this summer. Nas and Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley are proud to announce the Saturday July 31st benefit show as a part of their groundbreaking "Distant Relatives Tour," set to kick off May 21st in Arcata, CA. The tour will follow the May 18th release of their highly-anticipated collaborative studio album, Distant Relatives. For more information about the album, project, and tour, please go to www.distantrelatives.com .

 

“The benefit shows will help fund the restoration and preservation of parks in North Brooklyn, and subsidize the cost of free concerts at the Williamsburg Waterfront,” said Stephanie Thayer, OSA’s Executive Director. “As nearby McCarren Park Pool is being renovated, OSA is pleased to continue its tradition of bringing outdoor music to North Brooklyn.” Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone 800.745.3000 and at the Nokia Theatre Times Square Box Office, where there is no service fee.

 

The Open Space Alliance for North Brooklyn (OSA) www.osanb.org is a nonprofit organization helping to preserve and enhance green space in North Brooklyn. OSA raises funds, links community volunteers, and works in partnership with elected officials and agencies to develop new parks, and improve existing parks in Williamsburg/Greenpoint. The Williamsburg Waterfront is located at North 8th Street & Kent Avenue at the East River State Park in Brooklyn, NY.

 

Jimmy Cliff is a gentle soul — that's always come through in his songs and in the lilt in his voice. His most legendary songs appeared in the 1972 film The Harder They Come and its soundtrack; start with "Many Rivers to Cross" and you'll feel the heart, soul and wisdom of Jimmy Cliff.

Cliff starred in The Harder They Come as a reggae artist trying to make it in the music business, and the songs he sings — including "You Can Get It If You Really Want," "Sitting in Limbo" (both of which he performs in this Tiny Desk Concert) and "The Harder They Come" — never died. They're part of the soundtrack to a generation, but their reach extends beyond that. The Harder They Come put reggae on the map in the early '70s and became both an antidote and a guiding spirit to the punk and new wave music that would come a few years later.

For a musician, it must be hard to have your career hinge on your early music, but Jimmy Cliff always soldiered on. Still does. And his new songs are often as good as those early ones — he performs one, "I Got to Move On," here. But it is often circumstances, not songwriting abilities, that land a tune in the canon.

Jimmy Cliff was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame earlier this year — and was, for many, the star performer there. In myriad ways, his aging voice sounds better than ever, having grown into those songs he wrote and sang nearly four decades ago. I felt honored to be a part of this Tiny Desk Concert, and pleased that we captured it for posterity.

 

Greensleeves recording artist, Alborosie will sit down for some 'Rice and Peas' with Sir Daddy D from www.Reggae4Us.com tomorrow, Sunday July 18th from 2pm to 6pm GMT (9am to 1pm EST / 8am to 12pm Jamaica time). 

 

Alborosie will speak on the successful release of his album 'Escape from Babylon,' as well as touring, recording and balance with family life.  

 

Alberto Dascola a.k.a. Alborosie is a Reggae singer, deejay and producer who was born in Italy, and based in Kingston, Jamaica.  Producing hits such as “Herbalist,” “Kingston Town,” “Rastafari Anthem,” “Life” ft. Jah Cure and “Blue Movie Boo,” Alborosie has enjoyed great success in music.   Prior to becoming the Alborosie we know today, Alborosie worked as a studio engineer at Geejam Studios in Port Antonio, Jamaica. 

 

He has produced music for Mario, Angie Stone, UB40 and more. Hear the rest of Alborosies story on Sunday! Rice and Peas Sunday with Alborosie Reggae 4 Us   www.Reggae4Us.com

July 30 – Aug 1 2010 – in the interior of BC Canada on the powwow grounds of the Okanagan Indian Band.

 

The Wailers are headlining this year.

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The 2010 REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE MAGAZINE  is available to read onine in digital format, page-by-page:

 

 

 

CALGARY, Alberta Monday, July 12, 2010..... REGGAEFEST - Rastagarians unite in August

 

Girl power will take over Calgary this summer as part of REGGAEFEST 2010! Get ready to be moved, uplifted and prepare for total diva domination as the best of the best women in Reggae light up the stage for the Canadian Artiste Showcase on August 19th at the Ship and Anchor Pub in Calgary. Come check the power of women in Reggae!

 

Women have been an integral part of the Reggae movement and this year REGGAEFEST will celebrate Canadian women in style. One night dedicated to superb musical talent. One night of real female Reggae vibes, showcasing musicians, singers and DJ's. Ladies first!

 

"We've been wanting to present an all women show for sometime now and even joked about making the entire festival a female affair" says ReggaeFest publicist, Christina Marriott. "We believe selecting these women from across the country and putting them on stage in Calgary is a huge accomplishment for the festival" continued Marriott.

 

Set to perform on Thursday, August 19th at the Ship and Anchor (534-17th Avenue SW) are Calgary's own Bianca, Elaine "Lil' Bit" Shepherd from Vancouver, Winnipeg songstress Fenom, Toronto talents Mandy Woods and Nadera, and Calgary's number one female DJ Lady Redz. Reggae fans will get a taste of some of Canada's top musical talent, and this FREE event is sure to draw massive crowds. Come out and support live Reggae music and this all female showcase.

 

"We've partnered with the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter and will be collecting a cash donation." says ReggaeFest Executive Director Cindy Nield. "Even though the event is free we really wanted it to make a difference in our society and have chosen the Women's Emergency Shelter as the benefactor of the show."

 

Calgary REGGAEFEST isn't just for Reggae fans. It's a full day family event that transcends racial, cultural and musical boundaries. REGGAEFEST 2010 will deliver over 12 hours of non-stop family friendly Reggae entertainment featuring Reggae legends Inner Circle, Beres Hammond, Culture, Progress and many more. Activities throughout the mainstage event will include a fun and interactive youth area, food and craft vendors and the Big Rock Beer Garden.

 

ReggaeFest Mainstage tickets are on sale now at all Calgary Co-op food stores and at www.ticketweb.ca.

 

More information on REGGAEFEST 2010 can be found at www.ReggaeFest.ca . Join the Rastagarian movement at www.Facebook.com/CalgaryReggaeFest.
REGGAEFEST 2010 is presented by: Global Calgary, Virgin Radio 98.5 and the Calgary Reggae Festival Society (CRFS).

 

Winner of the 2010 Canadian Reggae Music Achievement Award for Best Concert Promoter, the CRFS is a 100% volunteer group that is diligently working to ensure that REGGAEFEST is the best family friendly summer festival in Calgary.

 

Calgary Reggae Festival Society
ReggaeFest ~ August 19 - 21, 2010
E: crfinfo@reggaefest.ca
T: 403.355.5696

 

 

Sunday, July 11, 2010 8:50 AM My night started out nice attended two fine concerts in Dallas Saturday I was on a musical high. And then my world came to a screaming halt with messages on my phone and texts from Carmelita (Irie Vision TV) and soon after family and others in California notifying me of Sugar Minott's death. Apparently Carmelita tried to call me while I was attending the Dallas Reggae Festival; regretfully I did not check my messages on my way to the other concert. It was 4:30 am when I had the opportunity to check my messages and heard the earth changing news.

 

I cannot say a passing affecting me so, since the day we lost Mikey; as it was through Mikey that I met Sugar Minott, Mikey had produced alot of Sugar's earlier recordings while he was at JBC in Jamaica. Funny thing when I first started my show Reggae Solutiions. I would always say before I played Sugar's song "Not for Sale".. I always loved a little "Sugar" in my tea..too many times I had been meaning to call and have Sugar come on the show. However travel and time got away from me.

 

Sugar in all his glory will always be the voice of "lovers Rock" as no one could touch his pitch as he brought you into his world with songs such as " I'm not for sale","The more we are together", "Give my love to you", "Conscious Lover", " Half a love" (my favorite) and "tears you cry"' he was also a heavy hitter with songs such as "Watch your back"' (this song we all play when we are vexed by wolf in sheep clothing in our mix).

 

Sugar also made you think about it when he sung "Mind blowing decisions", "King of King" and Mr. Fisherman". Sugar Minott literally had a "sweet voice"' however no matter what the message in the song was he would make it work. And all I can remember now is how I am honored to have crossed his path in life,talk with him and laugh with him over the years in my travel with Mikey Dread ...They were two of a kind together; very high strung and lovable Jamaican men (smile), if you had a chance to spend even a minute with him it would be memorable. (smile) Sometimes I would have to act as referee between the two (smile).

 

Mikey and Sugar went way back; as Mikey was one of the first producers for Sugar, this helped jump start his career in Reggae. All I could remember was how nice it was to sit and listen to them talk and laugh about old times.

 

I once been naïve asked sugar "why they call you sugar"? he said to me are you for real, you don't know and laughed. (smile). All those flood of sweet memories hit me like a thunderstorm this morning as I spoke with Carmelita, The Scientist, Lady Cham, Leon (Mikey's brother) and others. This is surely another strong blow to our Reggae fraternity, my heart is literally broken in two, his presence will surely be missed, but in my heart forever he will live. I know in my heart of hearts, just like when Mikey passed. He will be met at Zion's gate by our brothers before him and be welcomed to a new beginning - an Eternal gig with Mikey Dread, Peter Tosh, Joseph Hill, Bob Marley, Lucky Dube and others. My heart is truly broken today, condolences to his family, friends and fans. Queen Mushiya I will always love u through eternity. From the words of Mark Wonder - "Jah will see us through children, all our worries and problems he will solve them". Trust in the guidance of JAH!

 

Mushiya Jobe Enterprises P.O. Box 600542 Dallas, Texas 75360-0542

 

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R&B/Reggae artist Sean Kingston has got himself involved in some bad news. Seattle Police were planning on investigating Sean along with three other men in the supposed drugging and rape of two local women.

 

Last Sunday night two women showed up to a hotel room at the Crowne Plaza in Seattle where Kingston was staying. According to police the women were already drunk when they got there and one of them proceeded to have quote "aggressive sex" with Kingston. After this Kingston left and the same woman had sex with two other men while her friend got it on with another man in the same room.

 

Somewhere in this drunken orgy, for some still unknown reason, an ambulance was called and both of the women were taken to a hospital where they were tested for rape and the presence of roofies in their system, to which the results are still unknown. Police initially wanted to interview Kingston but now say the rape claim is not credible and is not pursuing the case. One of the women at least though does plan to file a civil suit against the young singer.

 

Good news for Sean that his name was cleared but even to be involved in this madness is a bad look. Rappers beware, it can get really real, really fast!

 

The event will feature nationally touring band “The Original Wailers” as will as John Brown’s Body, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, and Rubblebucket Orchestra. Red Stripe, well-known Jamaican beer company, will be sponsoring the event as well, providing a true reggae atmosphere.

 

The event is the third annual Reggae for Climate Protection festival in which the organization raises awareness for the environment, as well as donates part of the proceeds to Green projects. They use the ideas of reggae music to inspire audiences to adopt an eco-friendly way of life and promote climate protection. For more information on Reggae for Climate Protection, please visit www.r4cp.com . The Original Wailers previously toured with Bob Marley, and will be celebrating their 40-year anniversary, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.

 

The band performs all the songs of Bob Marley and the Wailers as they faithfully have since the meteoric rise of Bob Marley and the Wailers. They carry forward the true spirit of “One Love” that they helped create with Bob Marley as one of the most influential bands of all time. Other perform, John Brown’s Body has been established as a highly respected band in the reggae genre as well, with the last CD, released in 2009, making the top 10 on reggae charts.

 

Both Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Rubblebucket Orchestra have a growing following within the upstate New York music scene. Tickets can be purchased for $25 in advance, or for $30 on the day of the show at the following locations: The Soundgarden (in Armory Square, downtown Syracuse), frontgatetickets.com, and www.thewestcottheater.com . The worldwide resonance of Reggae music has changed our social climate from forty years ago. This year, with the Original Wailers, we invite you to take part in a movement that brings Green into our hearts through the movement of music.

 

Reggae for Climate Protection will be hosting a music concert in conjunction with Hollerback Productions and Eastern Artists on Sunday, August 15th at Paper Milll Island in Baldwinsville, NY. The event will feature nationally touring band “The Original Wailers” as will as John Brown’s Body, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, and Rubblebucket Orchestra. Red Stripe, well-known Jamaican beer company, will be sponsoring the event as well, providing a true reggae atmosphere. The event is the third annual Reggae for Climate Protection festival in which the organization raises awareness for the environment, as well as donates part of the proceeds to Green projects. They use the ideas of reggae music to inspire audiences to adopt an eco-friendly way of life and promote climate protection.

 

For more information on Reggae for Climate Protection, please visit www.r4cp.com .

 

The Original Wailers previously toured with Bob Marley, and will be celebrating their 40-year anniversary, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. The band performs all the songs of Bob Marley and the Wailers as they faithfully have since the meteoric rise of Bob Marley and the Wailers. They carry forward the true spirit of “One Love” that they helped create with Bob Marley as one of the most influential bands of all time. Other perform, John Brown’s Body has been established as a highly respected band in the reggae genre as well, with the last CD, released in 2009, making the top 10 on reggae charts.

 

Both Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Rubblebucket Orchestra have a growing following within the upstate New York music scene. Tickets can be purchased for $25 in advance, or for $30 on the day of the show at the following locations: The Soundgarden (in Armory Square, downtown Syracuse), frontgatetickets.com, and www.thewestcottheater.com.

 

The worldwide resonance of Reggae music has changed our social climate from forty years ago. This year, with the Original Wailers, we invite you to take part in a movement that brings Green into our hearts through the movement of music.

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 ZION TROD ROOTS & CULTURE MUSIC AND DANCE SERIES

EVERY THIRD SUNDAY AT CPAC, BROOKLYN

A FUND-RAISING PROJECT FOR ETHIOPIA

 

The Women’s Auxiliary of Local Number One of the Ethiopian World Federation, Incorporated (EWF) launches a fund raising entertainment series for the organization’s projects in Ethiopia on Sunday, July 18, 2010. The Fund Raising effort takes the form of a Monthly Dance and Concert dubbed “Zion Trod Roots & Culture Sundays” to be held on the 3^rd Sunday of each month at the Cultural Performance Arts Center (CPAC) at 1020 East 48^th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11203 (corner of Farragut Road).

 

The Zion Trod Fund-Raiser is geared toward the development of the Shashamanne Land Grant in Ethiopia (land given to the Black People’s of the world by His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I, for black people in the diaspora who desire to return to the Motherland.)  A minimum of 2/3 of the income received from the event is designated for the following projects in Ethiopia:

 

(1)  A Vocational Training Institute (with a proposed Orphanage)

(2)  A self-sustainable Model City to accommodate those repatriating from the West

(3)  An ongoing Rainwater Harvesting Program (building concrete tanks for families in the  to have access to water during times of drought and for domestic farming)

The Ethiopian World Federation, Incorporated (the “EWF” or “Federation”) is a membership organization, incorporated August 25, 1937 in the State of New York, and is a not-for-profit 501 (c) 4 (civic league, social welfare) tax exempt organization operating under the New York State Not-for-Profit laws.

The organization was incorporated in 1937, during the Italian invasion of Ethiopia. Blacks in the West gallantly supported Ethiopia’s war effort, sacrificing their meager pennies despite the hardship of the Depression, many even volunteering to go to Ethiopia to help the country defend itself against Mussolini’s army.  A delegation of three prominent Harlem figures, all leaders of The United Aid for Ethiopia, were sent to seek an audience with His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I, who was in exile in Bath, England at that time. In response to their request, the Emperor empowered his personal physician, Dr. Malaku E. Bayen, to travel to New York and establish the Ethiopian World Federation, Incorporated, with a Constitution and By-Laws designed as a guide to organize and protect the Black peoples of the world.  The preamble of the Constitution reads as follows:

“The EWF was given the responsibility by our 1937 Constitution and Bylaws to organize and pave the way for the repatriation of the Black Family to Africa, and now the women of the organization and others in the Black community, including the Rastafarian community, are invited to come together to defend and protect our family and future generations,” said Gem Morrison, a member of the Local One Executive Committee and International President of the organization.  “The Women’s Auxiliary is calling upon the singers and players of instruments who have long sung about Africa, Ethiopia and Shashemanne, to come forward and support this fund raising series with their God-given talent.”

 

All members of the media and the general public are invited to attend the FREE press party and Launch event on Sunday July 18, 2010 at CPAC from 3:00 pm – 6 p-m.  Concert and Dance follows.

 

For membership information, to volunteer to help, to make a donation or to request a copy of the Constitution and By-Laws of the Federation, please email the Women’s Auxiliary at ziontrod@gmail.com, or call 212-433-0868. You may download a copy at www.ziontrod.org.  The email of Local One is EWFLocal1@yahoo.com.

 

CONTACT:

G. Eveta Morrison 212-433-0868 or Victoria Hyde at 347-285-4465

Mailing Address: EWF Local Number One Inc. Women’s Auxiliary, 154 Howard Ave., Brooklyn NY 11233

 

 



 

Friday, July 30th, 2010: Beres Hammond Performing Live in Atlanta
Western Union presents Beres Hammond and Friends( Inner Circle and Culture), performing live at the Atlantic Civic Center. The venue is located at 395 Avenue, NE Atlantia, GA 30308, with special guest Leon and The Peoples. Doors open at 8pm and ShowTime is at 9pm. Tickets are $45/$55/$65, for tickets visit the Atlanta Civic Center Box Office @ (404) 523-6275. You can also purchase tickets online @ www.ticketmaster.com or www.Tix4me.com.
For Further info call: (404)493-4422

Friday, August 6th, 2010: Beres Hammond returns to BAM
Friday August 6, 2010 Western Union presents For the Love of It Tour featuring Beres Hammond and Friends live in concert at BAM - Brooklyn Academy of Music, with special guest Inner Circle, and Culture. Tickets are $89/$99/$125, doors open at 7:30pm / showTime is at 8pm. BAM is located at 30 Lafayette Ave Brooklyn, NY 11217. For tickets contact BAM Ticket Service (718)636-4100 or log online @ www.BAM.org or www.Tix4me.com. For more info call Jammins @ (718)282-8041

Sunday, August 8th, 2010: Beres Hammond for One Star Studded Night @ Lehman College in the Bronx,NY

On Sunday August 8, 2010 Beres Hammond along with Inner Circle and Culture will be performing live at Lehman College – Lehman Center for the performing Arts. Lehman College is located at 250 Bedford Pkway Blvd West Bronx, NY 10468. Doors open at 6pm and showTime is at 7pm and Tickets are $89/$99/$125. For tickets contact: Lehman Box Office @ (718)960-8833,
www.LehmenCenter.org or www.Tix4me.com. For more info call Jammins @ (718)282-8041

Saturday August 14th, 2010: Beres Tour Heads to Toronto

Western Union in Association with Jammins Entertainment & Soul to Soul presents “ For The Love of it Tour” on Saturday, August 14th, 2010, starring Beres Hammond, Inner Circle, Culture, Steele, Mandy Woods, Toney Anthony, Tonya P, and Mountain Band. This concert wil be held at: Sound Academy ;11 Polson Street- Polson Pier;Toronto, ON M5A 1A4. Doors Open: 7:00pm / Showtime: 9:00pm. Advance Tickets: $45.00. For tickets call Tickmaster (416)870-8000 / (800)265-5566 or logo onto www.ticketmaster.ca
For information call (416)873-7672/ (647)202-7910 or log onto www.reggaemania.com / www.vibesent.com

Sat. Aug 28 – Sun. Aug 29: IrieFest 2-Day Concert in Long Beach, CA
The big man himself, the legendary Beres Hammond returns for another stellar performance at the 2nd Annual Irie Festival slated for Saturday August 28th- Sunday August 29th, 2010. Performing on the same stage are special guest Inner Circle, Culture, Pato Banton, Mr.Vegas, The Lions, New Kinston, Queen Ifrika, Tony Rebel, Aziatic, Kontiki, Quinto Sol, Eljai,Tribal Seeds, Half Pint, Leon and The Peoples and many more. This concert will be held at: Queen Mary Events Park Long Beach, CA 98802. Gates open 12noon and ShowTime is at 1pm. General Admissions is $49.99, 2 Day General admissions is $79, V.I.P. Admissions is $100 and 2 day V.I.P. passes are $170. Children under 12 FREE. For ticket info and vending call: (661)718-5566 or log online @ www.Tix4me.com and for updates visit www.Iriefest.net
Partial proceeds will be donated to the American Foundation of the University of the West Indies (AFUM) Scholarship Fund. All donations are tax deductible to the full extending of state and federal law.

 

July 23 Norfolk, VA The Norva The Movement & Mambo Sauce July 24 Kill Devil Hills, NC Port O'Call Mambo Sauce

July 25 Myrtle Beach, SC The Boathouse The Movement

July 27 Orlando, FL Club Firestone The Movement & Groove Stain

July 28 St. Petersburg, FL The State Theatre The Movement & Groove Stain

July 29 Fort Lauderdale, FL Culture Room The Movement & Groove Stain

July 30 Jacksonville Beach, FL Freebird The Movement & Groove Stain

July 31 Charleston, SC Charleston Pourhouse The Movement

August 1 Wilmington, NC New Legend Music Festival The Movement, Mambo Sauce, Tribal Seeds & Groove Stain

August 12 Sagrés, Portugal Super Bock Surf Fest Nitin Sawhney, Gentleman, 2 Many DJ's & Many More

August 15 Ostroda, Poland Ostroda Reggae Festival DUB INC., Zion Train & many more!

August 21 San Juan, Puerto Rico Tito Puente Ampitheatre Groundation

August 28 Crownsville, MD Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds The Pietasters,The Bridge, & More!!

September 25 Santa Barbara, CA West Beach Festival UB40, Easy Star All Stars, Collie Buddz, Iration, & MORE

 

Rhythm and Flow in cooperation with Germaica Digital proudly presents: "The Realest European Tour 2010" which features Jamaican shooting star Konshens and DJ Flo of Upliftment Int'l.!

 

It took almost a year to bring back Konshens to Europe but the wait is finally over now: this official European tour brings "The Realest" flavour to 18 cities in the following countries: Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, France, Poland, Norway and Sweden.

 

Mystic Roots Band
Friday 7/23     Bend, OR @ The Summit Saloon w/ Monk with Marko, MC Mystic & K-boy (21+)
Saturday 7/24     Seattle, WA @ Nectar w/ Unite One & Rise N Shine (21+)
Sunday 7/25     Bellingham, WA @ Wild Buffalo w/ Rise N Shine & Blessed Coast's Ryan I & Triple Crown (21+)
Tuesday 7/27     Portland, OR @ Mt Tabor Theater w/ Monk with Marko & K-Boy (21+)
Wednesday 7/28   Ashland, OR @ Caldera Tap House w/ Monk with Marko (21+)
Thursday 7/29    Mt Shasta, CA @ Roxy’s Vets Club (21+)
Friday 7/30     South Lake Tahoe, CA @ Whiskey Dicks (21+)
Saturday 7/31    Monterey, CA @ Monterey Reggae Fest After Party at Planet Gemini (21+)
Sunday 8/1     Sacramento, CA @ The Blue Lamp w/ DJ Wok Star (21+)
Tuesday 8/3     Grants Pass, OR @ Riverside Park (ALL AGES)
Wednesday 8/4    Leggett, CA @ Reggae Pre-Party at the Peg House w/ Top Shelf (ALL AGES)
Friday 8/6 - Sunday 8/8     Humboldt County, CA @ Reggae Rising (pending)

 

Lots of music...
Lots of Love...   

Stay Positive Productions. 2010

http://www.mysticroots.com
http://www.cootdog.com
http://www.sppmusic.com
Hotline: 760-231-9465

http://www.mysticroots.com      

Stay Positive Productions | PO Box 2568 | Oceanside | CA | 92051

 

Hear Cliff's Performance Streaming at NPR Music: http://n.pr/bP17NO
07/23/10 Portland, OR @ Oregon Zoo Amphitheatre
07/24/10 Las Vegas, NV @ Mandalay Bay - Beach Stage
07/25/10 Hollywood, CA @ Hollywood Bowl - KCRW's World Fest
07/27/10 Park City, UT @ Deer Valley Resort Snow Park
07/31/10 Montreal, QC @ Osheaga Music & Arts Festival
08/01/10 Bridgeport, CT @ Gathering of the Vibes Festival
08/03/10 Columbus, OH @ Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
08/05/10 Detroit, MI @ Chene Park Amphitheater
08/06/10 Chicago, IL @ Lollapalooza
08/07/10 Apple Valley, MN @ Minnesota Zoo Amphitheatre
08/08/10 Council Bluffs, IA @ Stir Cove at Harrah's Casino
08/10/10 Calgary, AB @ Jack Singer Concert Hall
08/11/10 Edmonton, AB @ Winspear Centre For Music
08/13/10 San Francisco, CA @ Mezzanine
08/14/10 Del Mar, CA @ Del Mar Racetrack
08/15/10 Denver, CO @ Mile High Fest

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRsHNrJIZ0U
23-Jul-2010 - Petaluma, California - Mystic Theater
24-Jul-2010 - Fallbrook, California- Soul Roll Reggae Festival
25-Jul-2010 - Costa Mesa, California - Tiki Bar
31-Jul-2010 - Pagosa Springs, Colorado - Ride The Wolf Creek Pass benefit Festival
06-Aug-2010 - San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico - OhKay Casino Resort
07-Aug-2010 - Denver, Colorado - Cervantes
13-Aug-2010 - Rock Island, Illinois - Ya Maka My Weekend
14-Aug-2010 - South Bend, Indiana - South Bend Reggae Festival
15-Aug-2010 - Garrettsville, Ohio - Mid West Reggae Festival
19-Aug-2010 - Tulsa, Oklahoma - Fly Trap Music Hall
21-Aug-2010 - Alma, Colorado - THC Music Festival
26-Aug-2010 - San Jose, California - Music in the Park
27-Aug-2010 - Selma, Oregon - Jefferson State Hemp Expo and Music Festival
29-Aug-2010 - Long Beach, California - IRIEFest at the Queen Mary
04-Sep-2010 - Forestville, California - Hollydale Club
18-Sep-2010 - San Diego, California - Brick by Brick

                                                      

Don't Miss Inner Circle in a City Near You!  
July 23, 2010  Hard Rock Live - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
July 24, 2010  Hard Rock Live -Orlando, FL
July 25, 2010  Fox Theater-Tampa, FL
July 28, 2010  House of Blues-New Orleans,
July 30, 2010   Atlantic Civic Center, Atlanta, GA
July 31, 2010   ODU Convocation Center, Nova-Norfolk, VA
August 1, 2010 Wolf Trap-Washington, DC
August 4, 2010 Hippodrome-Springfield, MA
August 5, 2010 Roxy, Boston, MA
August 6 & 7, 2010  BAM-Brooklyn, NY
August 8, 2010- Lehman College-Bronx, New York , US
August 11, 2010- Lupos-Providene, RI
August 12, 2010- Toads Place-New Haven, CT
August 13, 2010- EB Lounge-Montreal, CA
August 14, 2010- Metro Convention Center- Toronto, CA
August 15, 2010- River Front Festival Plaza-Windsor Ontario
August 18, 2010- Burton Cummings Theatre-Winnipeg, CA
August 21, 2010- Calgary Reggae Festival-Calgary, CA
August 26, 2010- Calgary, CA
August 26, 2010- Crest Theater-Sacramento, California, US
August 29, 2010- Queen Mary Los Angeles, California, US     

 

For more information on Inner Circle please contact Monifa Brown
 (973) 579-7763 EXT 26/mbrown@shanachie.com
 or
 Abebe Lewis Marketing & Branding Group
 BBCircleHouse@gmail.com    

 

Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars
8-04-2010, Telluride, CO, Sunset Concert Series, sunset-concert-series
1-04-2011, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Jamcruise 9,

 

Damian & Nas Distant Relatives tour dates
July 23rd: Gräfenhainichen, DE - Splash Festival
July 31st: Brooklyn, NY - Williamsburg Waterfront
August 1st: Bridgeport, CT - Gathering of The Vibes Festival

 

KING CHANGO
7/31/10        Peoples Festival Wilmington DE

 

The Abyssinians
9/5/10 Lafayette Reggae Fest Lafayette LA          

 

TAJ WEEKES & ADOWA
7/31/10 Peoples Festival Wilmington DE

8/7/10  Joe’s Pub New York NY

10/2/10 Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival Columbia MO

 

INNER VISIONS

7/23/10 Bele  Chere Festival Asheville NC

7/24/10 Gathering of the Peacemakers Bernardsville NC - Big Ivy Campground

8/4/1 Sunset Park Concert Series Harvey Cedars NJ           

8/6/10 The Saint Asbury Park NJ

8/7/10 Club Helsinki Hudson NY

8/12/10 Bethlehem Musik Fest Bethlehem, PA

8/13/10 Iron Horse Northhampton MA

8/14/10 Private Party Concord NH

8/17/10 One Pelham East Newport RI

8/18/10 Castle Hill on the Crane Estate Ipswich MA - Summer Concert Series

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  

 

 

01        1         14        Hold Yuh – Gyptian – VP Records (2wks@#1) NM

02        3         12        Gal A Mad Over – Mavado – Di Genius U-1

03        4         10        Clarks Pt 2 (Clarks Again) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion U-1

04        5         8         How We Do It – Elephant Man feat Bounty Killer – CR203/Adidjaheim/Notnice U-1

05        2         16        My Cupp – Richie Loops – Big Yard Music (2wks@#1) D-3

06         6         14        Party Cup – Ding Dong – IMG (pp#3) NM

07        7         12        Bank Inna Mi Pocket - Versatile – Romeich Records (pp#5) NM

08        8         17        Clarks – Vybz Kartel / Popcaan / Gaza Slim – CR203/Adidjaheim/Notnice (4wks@#1) NM

09        13        7         One Man – Vybz Kartel & Gaza Slim – Adidjaheim/Notnice U-4

10        12        10        Certified Diva – Tami Chynn & Tifa – Washroom Entertainment U-2

11        9         17        Mr. DJ – Miss Triniti  – Trini Girl Production (pp#8) D-2

12        15        5         Summer Break – Bugle/Chevaughn/Razz & Biggy – Notice Production U-3

13        14        13        Boss Lady – Toya – Downsound U-1

14        10        21        Come into My Room – Mavado & Stacious – Di Genius (1wk@#1) D-4

15        16        8         Gallis Fi Dem – Flexx – Romeich Records U-1

16        18        7         Dem Alone – Tony Matterhorn/Razz & Biggy/Richie Feelings/Firelinks/Jigsy – CR203 U-2

17        11        20        Caan Fren Again – Steven McGregor – Di Genius (pp#6) D-6

18        20        4         Show It – Demarco & Craig – Star Kutt/Koch U-2

19        21        4         Rightful Place - Edee – Unseen Lab U-2

20        24        2         House Top - Mavado – Rose Gold Entertainment U-4

21        23        3         My Heart – Wayne Marshall feat. Mavado – Yard Vybz/Off Limits U-2

22        17        21        Beg U A Touch – Vybz Kartel – Adidjahiem/Notnice Records (2wks@#1) D-5

23        19        22        Mi Woman a Call Mi – Beenie Man – SANKOFA (pp#3) D-4

24        22        20        Wanna Be Ballaz – Assassin – SANKOFA (pp#6) D-2

25        25        19        Skippin Feelin – Tiana & Chi Ching Ching – Media House Production (pp#8) NM

01        1         18        Unconditional Love – Jah Cure feat Phyllisia – SOBE/Danga Zone (3wks@#1) NM

02        2         17        My Promise – Andy Livingston – Black Dutch Records NM

03         3         16        Gangster Life – Junior X – Revolutionary Entertainment NM

04        4         17        Thank You Jah – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim / Notnice NM

05        5         14        Dance Like We’re Making Love/Sugar Dumplin – Nicky B – Feelin Records NM

06        7         12        The Leaders – ELJAI – Jah Mix Entertainment/No Doubt Records U-1

07        9         15        Come Back to Bed – Gramps Morgan – Dada Son Entertainment U-2

08        10        11        Free – Etana – No Doubt Records U-2

09        12        8         Wanna Give You Love – Warrior King – Rootz Warrior Production U-3

10        6         18        August Town – Etana – Free Mind (2wks@#1) D-4

11        8         20        Night Shift – Busy Signal – Turf Muzik/Star Player Music Group (pp#6) D-3

12        14        7         This is for Real – Ras Charmer – House of Hits U-2

13        11        19        No Other Alternative – Guidance – Brown Brothers Music (2wks@#1)

14        17        6         Torn – Tony Anthony – Phylani Music U-3

15        19        5         We Shall Find A Way – Hezron – Hard Shield Records/Tads Int’l Records U-4

16        18        7         Down in Jamaica – Kabbalist – Bamboo Music U-2

17        13        23        Johnny – LUST – Born Music (2wks@#1) D-4

18        20        6         Tomorrow – G Whizz – TJ Records U-2

19        15        10        Pearly Gates – Bugle – T J Records (pp#15) D-4

20        22        4         The Promised Land – Nas & Jnr Gong feat. Dennis Brown – Universal Republic Records U-2

21        23        4         John Prophecy (aka Di Yutes) – Strugglas – Roaring Tone Productions

22        16        17        Trouble in the World – Richie Spice – Master One Productions (pp#9)

23        -          New    My Life – I-Octane – DJ Frass 

24        25        2         Cloak & Dagger – Golden Chyld – Baydawg Entertainment U-1

25         -          New    Life Caan Done – Princess Thundah – 619 Entertainment Group

 

01        1         8         Infallible – Tanya Stevens – Tarantula Records (2wks@#1) NM

02        3         7         Distant Relatives – Nas & Damian “Jnr Gong” Marley – Universal Republic/Def Jam U-1

03        2         16        Ragga, Ragga, Ragga 2010 – Various Artistes – Greensleeves (4wks@#1) D-1

04         5         11        Red Pond – Junior Kelly – VP Records U-1

05        4         21        Pon Di Gaza 2.0 – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim / Tads Records (6wks@#1) D-1

06        7         6         Coming Back for You – Pressure – Rymshot Productions U-1

07        9         2         Romain Virgo  – Romain Virgo – VP Records U-2

08         8         5         Cashflow Reggae All Stars – Various Artistes – Cashflow/Tads Int’l Records NM

09        10        2         The Hit List Vol. 2  – Various Artistes – Tads International Records U-1

10        6         12        Sugar Roy/Conrad Crystal & the Great Reggae Icons – Sugar Roy / Conrad Crystal & Friends – Fireball Records D-4

 

 

Friday, June 18th - Saturday, July 24th 2010

Montego Bay Jamaica

Thursday-Thursday, July 1st-29th 2010

Anaheim California

Friday-Saturday, July 23rd-24th 2010

Hadzame/Kortem

Friday-Sunday, July 23rd-25th 2010

Freiberg Saxony

Friday-Monday, July 23rd-26th 2010

Asheville NC

Friday-Sunday, July 23rd-25th 2010

Cottage Grove oregon

Friday-Sunday, July 23rd-25th 2010

Pfäffikon ZH Zurich

Friday-Saturday, July 23rd-24th 2010

Gorzów Wielkopolski

lubuskie

Saturday-Saturday, July 24th-24th 2010

Preston England

Saturday-Monday, July 24th-26th 2010

Greensboro

North Carolina

Saturday, July 24th 2010

Greensboro North Carolina

Sunday, July 25th 2010

Salt Lake City Utah

Sunday, July 25th 2010

Hollywood California

Sunday, July 25th 2010

Seattle

Washington

Wednesday-Saturday, July 28th-31st 2010

TBA

Pest

Wednesday-Saturday, July 28th-31st 2010

Bagnols sur Cèze Gard (30200)

Thursday, July 29th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Bridgeport

Connecticut

Thursday, July 29th - Monday, August 2nd 2010

Banari , Sassari ,

Thursday, July 29th 2010

Thursday, July 29th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Squaw Valley CA

Friday, July 30th - Sunday, August 8th 2010

BINGEN rheinland

pfalz

Friday, July 30th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Bersenbrück

Niedersachsen

Friday-Saturday, July 30th-31st 2010

Bellvue Colorado

Friday, July 30th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Monterey California

Comana Friday, July 30th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Comana

Giurgiu

Friday, July 30th - Sunday, August 1st 2010

Vernon

British Colombia

Saturday, July 31st 2010

Preston Lancahire

Saturday, July 31st - Sunday, August 1st 2010

houston texas

Saturday, July 31st 2010

Sky City, Pueblo of Acoma

New Mexico