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Friday, February 11, 2011
Volume 9 Issue 4



News Flash
New CD's in the Mix
On Tour
Ital Statistics
Reggae Artists on the Rise
In Jah's Name We Pray
Reggae Festivals
Roots Reggae Airplay Charts
About Us

'THE EAGLE' DIRECTOR KEVIN MACDONALD TO HELM BOB MARLEY BIO DOC
The Oscar and BAFTA winner is teaming with executive producer Ziggy Marley on the first authorized documentary film about the iconic reggae artist.
 
Kevin Macdonald, the Oscar- and BAFTA-winning director behind the 1999 political doc One Day in September and 2003 survival story Touching the Wind, has signed on to helm the Bob Marley documentary Marley, the film's producers announced Wednesday.
 
Macdonald, whose big budget gladiator epic The Eagle, starring Channing Tatum and Jamie Bell opens Feb. 11, turns his focus to music and the global impact of the legendary reggae singer-songwriter with an authorized documentary that will include input from Marley's family.
 
"What made Bob tick is probably unanswerable but viewers will certainly feel that they know him a little better after seeing our documentary," Macdonald said in a press statement. "I am grateful to the Marley family for entrusting me with their heritage."
 
The iconic musician's son, Ziggy Marley, is executive producing along with Steve Bing and Chris Blackwell.
 
"We went to Kevin initially as an acclaimed documentarian but what has been most important to the family is his obvious passion for and interest in my father's life as a musician and person," Marley said.
 
Marley, which will be shot on location in Jamaica, Ghana, Japan, the U.K. and the U.S., will premiere later this year, during the 30th anniversary year after Marley's passing in 1981.

INITIAL ARTISTS ANNOUNCED FOR THE SIERRA NEVADA WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL
Steel Pulse & Toots And The Maytals Highlight Summer Solstice Celebration
 
The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival has announced the first dozen artists confirmed to perform at the festival's 18th annual gathering taking place June 17-19 at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds located in Boonville, California. 
 
The initial World Music artists include Kora from Aotearoa (New Zealand).  This band consists of 5 Māori, four of whom are brothers, who will be bringing their brand of kiwi dub to SNWMF. 
 
Hailing from the Punjab region of northern India, by way of Santa Cruz, comes the vibrant sounds of Rupa & The April Fishes who combine Argentinean tango, Gypsy swing, American folk and Latin cumbias with Indian ragas.
 
The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival is Northern California's premier roots reggae and world music festival.  This year's reggae will include legendary artists Steel Pulse, Toots & The Maytals , Horace Andy and Pablo Moses .  Also scheduled to perform are Santa Barbara's Rebelution who have ascended to the forefront of the Cali-Reggae scene. 
 
The preliminary lineup also includes two of Jamaica's fastest rising stars: reggae and dancehall sensation I-Octane along with Romain Virgo , a young man with an incredible voice. Collie Buddz , who hails from the isle of Bermuda, will grace the festival with his singjay style backed by The New Kingston Band.  St. Lucia's Taj Weekes & Adowa will be returning to Boonville with his thought-provoking songs that are sure to uplift the people at SNWMF 2011. 
 
Rounding out the initial announcement of artists is Indubious , Southern Oregon's intergalactic reggae revolutionaries. SNWMF is a 3-day Summer Solstice and World Peace celebration that promotes conscious music - music with a message of peace, unity and brotherhood that transcends divisions of race and culture. 
 
With 2 stages, an authentic 'late-night' Jamaican dancehall, international arts & crafts, a massive food court and an extensive schedule of children's activities, Sierra Nevada has something to offer people of all ages. 
 
A limited number of discounted 'Early-Bird' Tickets to SNWMF 2011 are available online and via mail order through February 28th or until all Early Bird tickets are sold, whichever comes first.  Children 12 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.  Limited on-site camping is also available for festival goers.  The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival typically features dozens of the finest reggae and world music bands, and 2011 will be no exception, as many addition artists will be added in the coming months. 
 
For additional information, please log onto www.snwmf.com , or call the hotline at (916) 777-5550.

RISEUP! WATCH THE TRAILER AND VISIT THE OFFICIAL RISEUP WEBSITE
 
In celebration of Black History Month, we present RiseUp, an award-winning documentary film on Jamaican Music culture.
 
There is a place on earth where music is not just entertainment, it's a way of life. Far from the tourist resorts, RiseUp travels to the heart of contemporary Jamaica and its flourishing underground music scene. On an island where reggae is considered the voice of the people and an outlet for survival, three aspiring artists - Turbulence (a charismatic lyrical master from the ghetto), Ice Anastasia (the privileged uptown artist), and Kemoy (a shy angelic songstress from the country) - seek to "rise up" into the legendary eminence of their iconic predecessors. Deep in the ghettos where reggae was born, music continues to be a key form of expression for ghetto youths, who still face crippling inequalities, poverty, and violence. The award-winning film combines interviews with local underground musicians and Jamaica's music elite, with an energetic and inspiring soundtrack that gives life to an entire nation. RiseUp is a celebration of struggle and the elevation of the human spirit, a testimonial of what hope and courage can achieve in a land which is largely unseen, but certainly not unsung.
 
Welcome to the Jamaican underground music scene.
 
Directed by Luciano Blotta
2010, 88 min.

Purchase: 295.00 [Docs For Schools Educational Package included]
To purchase, visit our store or email us at info@riseupmovie.com with your request.
Watch the trailer and visit the official RiseUp website.
 
FESTIVALS AND AWARDS
 - Winner, AFI/DISCOVERY SILVERDOCS – Best Music Documentary Award
- Official Selection, IDFA AMSTERDAM – Top Ten Audience Favorite
- Official Selection, HotDocs Toronto
- Official Selection, Docs For Schools Toronto
- Official Selection, True False Film Festival, Missouri
- Official Selection, DocAviv, Israel
- Official Selection, RIDM Film festival, Montreal
- Official Selection, Bahamas International Film Festival
- Official Selection, Toronto Urban Film Festival
- Closing Night Film, Lemesos Doc fest, Cyprus
- Official Selection, Camden International Film Festival
- Official Selection, Cinema St. Louis
- Official Selection, KAPU Film Festival, Austria
- Official Selection, Salem Film Fest
- Official Selection, Bermuda Docs
 
"A must-see film." - The Montreal Gazette

"A wonderfully engaging documentary." - South Florida Times

"A poetic film." - The Gleaner

MARLEY TO LAUNCH ‘MARIJUANAMAN’
New dad Ziggy Marley is set to become the latest celebrity comic book author after landing a release date for his Marijuanaman series.

The Grammy Award-winning reggae star, who became a dad again last month, has teamed with Image Comics to turn his graphic novel idea into reality.
 
The project chronicles the tale of "a noble extraterrestrial champion, who has arrived on Earth to deliver an important message and at the same time save his own planet".

Marley says, "Marijuanaman represents the hope of the future... the hope that we will utilise all of the power that the universe has given us to save our planet."
 
The book will be in comic stores in April.

EBONY EXCURSIONS GEARS UP FOR THE BIGGEST REGGAE PARTY OF THE YEAR YET AGAIN! REGGAE SUMFEST 2010 GETAWAY TRAVEL PACKAGE JULY 16-24, 2011
Join Ebony Excursions at Sunset Beach Resort for the ultimate SumFest experience! 
Treat yourself to not only a chance to see many of your favorite Reggae and Dancehall artists at once but the opportunity to enjoy the people, culture and vibes of Jamaica!  Experience THE hottest Reggae festival of the year, enjoy the “island in the sun” and party with thousands of fellow Reggae fans from only $1,200 per person. 
 
This year’s festival will continue to present the hottest Caribbean artists and the biggest International artists.  Last year’s performance by Elephant Man, Chris Brown and Usher was definitely one for the books!  We’re sure this year’s performers will not disappoint!  
 
All travel packages include:
-        9 Days/8 Nights Hotel at Sunset Beach Resort
-        Transportation to All SumFest Events
-        VIP Access to All SumFest Events
-        All Meals and Beverages at the Sunset Beach Resort
-        All Gratuities
Ø  Prices Based on Double Occupancy
Ø  Airfare Not Included
 
Space is limited… Don’t miss out!
 
For more information, please contact:
Ashlie Randolph

SHARE YOUR FONDEST/FUNNIEST REGGAE MEMORY WITH THE REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE MAGAZINE
Greetings Reggae Fans, Artists, Promoters, Vendors-- to anyone with a wonderful reggae memory to share:
 
Reggae Festival Guide once again seeks your “Reggaelections;” your Red, Gold and Green memories of a most cherished reggae-related experience...an amazing set you played or heard...an incredible festival experience...meeting your favorite singer...meeting your wife or husband through a reggae show-- your unforgettable reggae memory-- whatever it may be! 
 
We’re looking for something in the 200-500 word-range-- not too elaborate; and we’ll would also need your picture of you (doesn’t have to be of the experience itself) for your Reggaelection.  Pictures need to be minimum 600dpi quality/resolution.
 
 
Looking forward to hearing from you!

 
ISRAEL VIBRATION + ROOTS RADICS ZION ROOTS AND DJ ARSON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 MONTBLEU RESORT THEATER 55 US HIGHWAY 50 STATELINE, NV
 
All ages welcome / Doors open at 8pm.
 
Renegade and Late-Nite Productiopns Presents the Bob Marley Birthday Celebration featuring Israel Vibration, Roots Radics, Zion Roots and DJ Arson. This is at Montbleu Resort Theater on Wednesday, February 23, 2011,
 
Advance tickets are available at Montbleu Resort, Mad About Music, Beach Hut Deli (South Lake Tahoe) New Moon Natural Foods (Truckee & Tahoe City) Alice's Market (Squaw Valley) Java Hut (Kings Beach) Recycled Records (Reno)
 
www.RenegadeShows.com and www.Ticketweb.com $25 adv / $30 door (plus LET)
 
Mention the name Israel Vibration in reggae music circles and watch the warmth of recognition and appreciation of anyone who has seen or heard this very special group of singers.
 
The positive vibrations emanating from the music of Israel Vibration have been spellbinding audiences, critics and DJs for over two decades. This group of singers casts a harmonious musical spell, weaving traditional roots reggae with a mesmerizing sound and deeply spiritual message.
 

CHEF MAYRA - QUINOA PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI SPAGHETTI
With a Fresh Farm Roasted Peppers & basil Walnut Pesto with
vegan Rice Parmesan!
 
QUINOA PASTA
 
Bring two gallons salted water to a boil. Add pasta to water, stirring to make sure it does not stick together. Follow the package suggestions.
 
Drain the pasta when is done ( Set aside)
 
 
Zucchini Pasta ( RAW)
 
Using a knife, cut the zucchinis in half length-wise. Using a vegetable peeler, create thin, noodle-like pieces, running the peeler down the length of the zucchini.
 
This is a great MUST View Recipe!
 
 
Once you have your “Pastas Ready” combine and add any roasted, fresh, veggie “CREATE your DISH”
 
702.722.0108

JAH SUN - "BATTLE THE DRAGON"
This 14-track CD is a great blend of modern roots and conscious dancehall and is being produced by the French Label Special Delivery. “Battle the Dragon” features special guests: Mr. Perfect, Stevie Culture, Lion Camp, Gappy Ranks, Alborosie and more!!
 
The 2nd single, ‘Plastic City’ from Jah Sun's "Battle the Dragon” will be released February 1, 2011.
 
CLICK HERE TO ENJOY ALBOROSIE AND JAHSUN IN GANJAH DON VIDEO:
 
 
More Love Productions 
 
Humboldt, California
 
(707) 407-8924
 
www.myspace.com/jahsunmusic
 
http://www.jahsunmusic.com
 

ZOJAK NEW RELEASES! - ZOJAK WORLD WIDE CONTINUES TO BE THE GIANT IN THE DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION OF REGGAE MUSIC.
Just check out the iTunes reggae page on any given day. Throughout January 70% of the reggae page was covered by brick features and showcase banners as well as thumbnails in the New & Noteworthy section. There is no stopping this well oiled machine!  To get your music featured on the iTunes reggae page please visit www.zojakworldwide.com or email zojakworldwide@gmail.com.

Quality releases for the month of January from Zojak World Wide

Third World - Patriots: Brand new release from reggae legends Third World, their 23rd album to date. Features collaborations with Damian & Stephen Marley, Junior Reid, Gregory Isaacs, Tarrus Riley, Capleton and more.

Dylan Judah - Anthology: Collection of popular solo tracks from California favorite Dylan Judah of Black Judah.

Midnite: Standing Ground/Standing Ground Dub: 2 disc album and also Dub Versions of the songs from Midnite's excellent album Standing Ground, produced by Fifth Son Records

Homgrown Kush - Save the Brain Forrest: Compilation from Platinum Camp and Homegrown Kush featuring guests like Massicker, Lutan Fyah, Konshens, and more.
Shelly G- Socadisiac: Excellent Soca from Vizions Sounds out of Guyana.
 
www.zojakworldwide.com
zojakworldwide@gmail.com


SARITAH : : Ancient Forward
ROOTS/SOUL/REGGAE Singer/Songwriter
 
South-Korean born Australian conscious roots artist Saritah (sa-REE-ta) is a talented artist with a positive vision for the future.
 
Inspiring, uplifting and playfully powerful, Saritah’s live shows are colourful celebrations of life.  Whether delivering soulful acoustic guitar, roots reggae or dancehall inspired grooves, Saritah loves to connect with the audience. Her positive, conscious lyrics are delivered with a captivating blend of strength and grace.
 
Her latest album Ancient Forward was recorded in Brisbane’s Tanuki Lounge Studio with Paulie B (bass player for Aussie dub/roots act The Beautiful Girls).  
 
Ancient Forward addresses life on planet earth on a personal and global level.  Positivity and light-filled affirmations sit organically beside explorations into some of the dark realities we face in these times. Driving dancehall, roots and ska-inspired rhythms give way to acoustic guitar, space and melody; earthy textures create a worldly yet intimate album that for the listener, is a joy to hear. It is a colourful, dynamic album that inspires our way forward. 
 
Saritah will soon be bringing her sound to this side of the globe, with a North America Summer 2011 Tour currently being booked to promote her latest CD release Ancient Forward. Out of Melbourne, Australia, Saritah and her band will play a cross-section of festivals, events and venues on the West Coast of the U.S. and in Canada throughout May – August. The band's appeal crosses many genres and includes fans of reggae, world, roots and soul.
 
PRESS QUOTES
 
“Overwhelming talent . . .  “  Beat Magazine, Melbourne, Australia
 
“Ancient Forward is a must have in your collection of fine music.”
WA Gig Guide, Western Australia
 
Booking Enquiries:
George Michailow
FAST LANE INTERNATIONAL                                                 
4856 Haygood Road Suite 200 Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455 PH(757)497-2669 FX(757)497-5159
www.FastLaneIntl.Com

AndyMan : : AndyMan
Jamaican reggae music is one of the best-known genres of music around the world, uniting people of all countries, all races, and all religions with a sound that is dedicated to searching for the answers to life, to conflict, to humanity, to the world, to love. There are few artists in this music genre today that are creating the epitome of this artistic insight, professing subjects that are so often glazed over by mainstream music. Hailing from Brasil to Florida, AndyMan is on the forefront of this REVOLUTION.
 
Roots Reggae is here to channel the musical vibration that rings true in the heart and soul of all the conscious Rebel Rockers, Late Night Revelers & Soul Seekers ! Music that penatrates deep in our soul, that brings a change and positive vibration to JAH people in this life time. I will do what my father has called me to do, which is to bring the Jah Love & Unity to JAH people through music. I have been Blessed by Jah to sing fluently in Portuguese and English, that I may reach di multitude . There is no time for rest, "THE PEOPLE WHO ARE TRYING TO MAKE THIS WORLD WORST, ARE NOT TAKING A DAY OFF, HOW CAN I. LIGHT OF THE DARKNESS" JAH BLESS !
 
 
site where it can be purchased: SoundCloud.com/AndyManOfficial


LOOK WHO'S ON TOUR!
 
Saritah
3/25/11            BaliSpirit Festival                                Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
5/14/11            Joshua Tree Music Fest                        Joshua Tree, CA                       
Taj Weekes & Adowa
3/17/11            SXSW                                                 Austin, TX
6/18/11            Sierra Nevada World Music Fest            Mendocino, CA                                   
Kora
6/19/11            Sierra Nevada World Music Fest            Mendocino, CA
 
THE ITALS
6/21/11            One Pelham East                                    Newport, RI
 
Inner Visions
2/13/11            Beach Bar                                                Cruz Bay, St John USVI
 
Kenyatta Hill
2/13/11     Natural Mystic Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina
2/17/11     Groove Buenos Aires, Argentina
*2/18/11   Festival Rock del Valle  San Miguel De Tucuman, Tucuman, Argentina
                        Club Argentina de Norte
*2/24/11    Casa De Aguila Guatemala City, Guatemala
*2/26/11    Club 212 Heredin, Costa Rica
 
Note: BA=Buenos Aires province; Buenos Aires=city
 
The Big Takeover Band
2/19/11            Bearsville Theater                              Bearsville,NY
2/25/11            Dubland Underground                        Rochester, NY
2/26/11            Funk N Waffles                                   Syrcuse, NY
3/4/11                        Autumn Café                           Oneonta,  NY
3/5/11                        Villa Vosella                             Tannersville, NY
3/27/11            Bellayre Mountain Reggae Fest            Highmount, NY
6/4/11              Hunter Mountain Jam Fest                   Hunter Mountain, NY
 
Bootleg
2/2/11 - 2/9/11            One Rhythm Projects   Various Cities, Jamaica           
2/11/11            West End                                                Sanford, FL
2/12/11            Surfside sally’s                                    Sarasota, FL
2/13/11            Backstage/Rosen Hotel                        Orlando, FL
2/18/11            Anna Maria Friday Fest                        Anna Maria Island, FL
2/20/11            2011 Siesta Key Sunsplash                        Siesta Key, FL
3/10/11            Filthy McNasty’s                                    Vero Beach, FL
3/18/11            The State Theater                                    St. Petersburg, FL
 
JAH MESSENGERS REGGAE BAND STARTED SCHEDULE 2011
 
1.  FEBRUARY 5TH @ WILBERT'S 812 HURON DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO
(BOB MARLEY BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE ) with UMOJO NATION
(8PM-1AM)
 
2.  FEBRUARY 12TH @ THE PURPLE SHAMROCK 304801 LAKESHORE BLVD WICKLIFFE, OHIO (9PM-1AM)
 
3.  MARCH 5TH @ FAT FISH BLUE 21 PROSPECT DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO (8PM-12AM)
 
4.  MARCH 12TH @ THE BEACHLAND BALLROOM 15711 WATERLOO RD. CLEVELAND, OHIO (FREE CLINIC FUNDRAISER) with CARLOS
     JONES & THE PLUS BAND and OUTLAW I&I  (9PM-1AM)
 
5.  MARCH 13TH @ CARIBBEAN FLAVOR 321 BABBITT RD. EUCLID, OHIO (3RD ANNUAL CRISS LIST AWARDS) with GUEST BANDS
     (6PM-12AM)
 
6.  MAY 7TH @ FAT FISH BLUE 21 PROSPECT DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO (8PM-12AM)
 
7.  JUNE 19TH @ THE BARKING SPIDER TAVERN 11310 JUNIPER RD. CLEVELAND, OHIO (9PM-12AM)
 
8.  JUNE 25TH @ FAT FISH BLUE 21 PROSPECT DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO (8PM-12AM)
 
9.  PLEASE STAY TUNED !  JAH BLESS....
 
Inner Circle/SPY v SPY Rocks Brazil
 
"Reggae Rock Surf Music Festival"
 
Most people know Inner Circle via "Bad Boys," the ubiquitous "Cops" theme song that typified Inner Circle as one of reggae's most successful crossover groups ever.
 
On the legendary band's latest CD Blazzin' Fire: Classic Cuts (DubShotta/SoundBwoy Ent), the two-time Grammy winners create one of the hardest-hitting, most lyrically serious albums to be heard in recent years. Joined by an all-star group of guests, including the likes of Buju Banton, Pitbull, Stephen and Damian Marley, Gramps from Morgan Heritage, Anthony B and more. Blazzin' Fire: Classic Cuts re-asserts the depth of Inner Circle's musical history.
 
It all makes perfect sense when you realize that Inner Circle are survivors, one of a handful of pioneering reggae artists still around with the credentials and artistry to do it, with a rich history--especially their classic reggae hits with lead singer Jacob Miller--too often overshadowed by their pop success. January 20th, Inner Circle will join forces with Australian group Spy v Spy for the Brazil Reggae Rock Surf Festival tour, and then return home for the Bob Marley Movements: 18th Annual 9 Mile Music Festival with Stephen, Damian, Julian and Kymani Marley, and Slightly Stoopid.
 
Upcoming Dates:
Feb 04 - Florianopolis / SC - Life Clube
Feb 05 - Sao Bento Do Sul / SC - TBA
Feb 06 Rio De Janeiro / RJ - TBA
Mar 12 - Miami - Bob Marley Movements: 18th Annual 9 Mile Music Festival
 
MICHAEL ROSE – Jan / Feb 2011 Calendar
Fri. 4 – Eugene, OR – The Wow Hall
Sat. 5 – Seattle, WA – Nectar
Wed. 9 – Victor, ID – The Knotty Pine
Sat. 12 – Denver, CO – Cervantes
Sun. 13 –Aspen, CO – Aspen, CO – The Belly Up
Mon. 14 – Santa Fe, NM – The Santa Fe Brewing Co
 
ANTHONY B – January / February 2011 calendar 
 Fri. 14 – Fairfax, CA – 19 Broadway 
 Sat. 15 – Florida
 Sun 16 - Florida
 Tues. 18 – Caspar, CA – The Caspar Inn
 Wed. 19 – Arcata, CA –The Arcata Theatre 
 Thurs. 20 – Bend, OR – The Domino Room
 
REBELUTION w/ Iration & Orgone
www.wintergreenstour.com
2/4/2011 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL
2/5/2011 - House of Blues (17+)- Chicago, IL
 
REBELUTION  w/ Junior Reid & Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad -
3/1/2011 - Theatre of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
3/2/2011 - Theatre of Living Arts - Philadelphia, PA
3/3/2011 - Irving Plaza (16+) - New York City, NY
3/4/2011 - Irving Plaza (16+) - New York City, NY
3/5/2011 - House of Blues - Boston, MA
3/7/2011 - State Theatre (18+) - Falls Church, VA
3/9/2011 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC
3/10/2011 - The Handlebar (18+) - Greenville, SC
3/11/2011 - Amos' Southbend (16+) - Charlotte, NC
3/12/2011 - Music Farm (16+) - Charleston, SC
3/13/2011 - Plush - Jacksonville, FL
3/16/2011 - Revolution - Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/17/2011 - Jannus Landing - St. Petersburg, FL
3/18/2011 - House of Blues - Orlando, FL
3/19/2011 - House of Blues - Orlando, FL
3/20/2011 - Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
 
REBELUTION w/ Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad & Orgone
3/22/2011 - House of Blues (18+) * No Orgone - New Orleans, LA
3/24/2011 - House of Blues * No Orgone - Houston, TX
3/25/2011 - House of Blues - Dallas, TX
3/26/2011 - Stubb's BBQ - Austin, TX
3/27/2011 - Cain's Ballroom -Tulsa, OK
3/30/2011 - Marquee Theatre - Phoenix, AZ
3/31/2011 - House of Blues (18+) - Las Vegas, NV
4/1/2011 - Wiltern Theatre * with IRATION, No Orgone Los Angeles
4/2/2011 - Ventura Theater - Ventura, CA
4/3/2011 - Ventura Theater - Ventura, CA
 
Latest Revision as of January 20. 2011. Will fill you in on dates as they are added.
Thanks!
 
The Meditations Rastaman Live Up 2011
Thurs Feb 10: Club Elevate 155 W. 200 S. Salt Lake City, UT
Fri Feb 11: TBA Boulder, CO
Sat Feb 12: Zebra Lounge. 321 East Main St. Bozeman MT
Sun Feb 13: Nectar Lounge  412 N. 36th St. Seattle, WA.
Mon Feb 14: Travel
Tue Feb 15:TBA
Wed Feb 16: Culture Works  310 Oak St. Ashland, OR
Thurs Feb 17: MT Tabor Theater 4811 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Portland, OR
Fri Feb 18: Jambalaya Restaurant 915 H Street Arcata, CA
Sat Feb 19: TBA
Sun Feb 20: Shattuck Down Low 2284 Shattuck Ave.Berkeley, CA
Mon Feb 21: TBA Laguna Beach, CA
Tue Feb 22: Sandbar  514 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Wed Feb 23: The Dub Club (@ The Echo): 1822 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA
Thurs Feb 24: TBA  Phoenix
Fri Feb 25:  The Loft 1135 South Lamar Street, Dallas, TX
Sat Feb 26: Flamingo Cantina: 515 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Wed Mar 2: 2720 Cherokee, St. Louis


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ON THIS DAY IN REGGAE
February 10
----: Alex (Alistaire McCalla) [T.O.K.] is born.
1943: Artist manager Don Taylor (Donald Taylor) is born in Jamaica.
1948: Singer Super Jerry (Easton Thomas) is born in Clarendon, Jamaica.
1963: Japanese DJ Chappie (Asada Kazuya) is born in Iidabashi, Tokyo, Japan.
1965: Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) founded.
1966: Robert Nesta Marley (Bob Marley) and Alpharita Constantia Anderson (Rita) get married.
1970: Neville Hinds' "The Originator" and Little Roy's "You Run Come" are recorded for Lloyd Daley, The Matador. They can be heard on a CD "From Matador's Arena - 1969-1970 - Volume 2" (Jamaican Gold JMC 200.233).
1990: South African President F.W. de Klerk announces Nelson Mandela will be free on Feb 11th.
1990: "Dub Be Good To Me" by Beats International peaks at #1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
 February 11
----: Ansel Cridland [Linkers, Meditations] is born.
1847: Phonograph inventor Thomas Alva Edison is born in Milan, Ohio.
1956: Singer Simple Simon is born in Jamaica.
1989: A memorial dance for a great dub master Osbourne Ruddock aka King Tubby (d. February 6) is held at front of King Tubbys Studio from 8 p.m. through following morning by King Jammy, a disciple of King Tubby. Admiral Bailey, Tinga Stewart and others join in.
1990: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is freed from Robben Island prison after serving 27 years.
2000: Legendary calypsonian Lord Kitchener (Aldwyn Roberts) passes away at 10:45 a.m. at the Mount Hope Hospital in Port of Spain, Trinidad, at age 77.
 February 12
1965: Cutty Ranks (Philip Thomas) is born in Kingston, Jamaica.
1972: Frisco Kid (Steve Wray) is born in Western Kingston, Jamaica.
1975: Stevie Face (Anwar Hanchard) is born at Princess Margaret Hospital, St. Thomas, Jamaica.
1989: Funeral for the great dub master Osbourne Ruddock aka King Tubby, passed away February 6th, is held.
His family, many engineers and producers who have learned from King Tubby and 3,500 people attend the funeral in the rain.

Sherieta:
Reggae Singer and Songwriter, Sherieta.

Sherieta is an artiste out of Jamaica with an impressive list of accomplishments.
As a writer, she has written lyrics for several well-known acts such as Etana (Warrior Love), Luciano (No Evil) and a few songs for Jah Cure including 'Freedom' and the hit song, 'You'll Never Find'.  She has also worked with internationally renowned reggae singer, Taurus Riley as a back-up vocalist.

Recently, she decided to begin her own journey in the music industry and has already been receiving a good amount of support for her music both locally and internationally.  She has managed to establish successful relationships with top class producers; Dean Fraser, Mickey Bennett, Chris Birch and Donovan Germaine which has so far led to the release of three singles; 'Lies', 'In the name of your Love' and 'Reggae is Life'.  Most recently, she released another single 'Come Find Me', also produced by Donovan Germaine.

Quotes from Elena's Facebook page
There is no need to feel guilty about having fun; having fun and being happy is our birthright ~ ♥
"The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved." ~~~ Victor Hugo ♥
Born To Shimmer ~ Born To Shine ~ Born To Radiate ~ Born to Never Hate ~~~ ♥
Note to self: ☀★¸¸.☆.¸¸ . ✶*¨* ~ make the best of the Peace, Love, and Happiness Movement ♥


RICHIE B'S ROOTS REGGAE AIRPLAY CHARTS - STRAIGHT FROM YARD!
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM
 
 
February 11 - 17, 2011
 
TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES
TW   LW    WOC         TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
 
01        2         12        Cake Soap – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim/Notnice (1wk@#1)
U-1
02        4         18        Nuh Love Inna Dem – I-Octane – Cashflow U-2
03        3         18        Dumper Truck – Vybz Kartel – CR203 (2wks@#1) NM
04        1         15        Puff It – I-Octane – Cashflow (2wkS@#1) D-3
05        6         14        Hot Grabba – Vybz Kartel feat. Popcaan – Adidjaheim/Notnice U-1
06        7         14        Party Like it’s Your Birthday – Richie Loop, Busy Signal & D’Major – Scikron Entertainment U-1
07         9         12        Stronger – Cham/Mykal Rose/Bounty Killer – Mad House U-2
08        5         20        Stulla – Mavado – CR203 (2wks@#1) D-3
09        8         17        Nah Let Go – Gyptian – VP Records (pp#4) D-1
10        11        12        True Blessings - Toya – Downsound Records U-1
11        12        8         Caan Get Brown – Kiprich – Birch Hill Records U-1
12        13        10        Jack Hammer – Aidonia – Equinoxx Production U-1
13        10        26        For Your Eyez Only – Shaggy feat. Alaine  – K-Licious Music (1wk@#1)
D-3
14        15        11        Jamaican Girl – Danielle aka DI – UPT 007 Records U-1
15        16        8         If I Ever – Wayne Wonder – Singso Records U-1
16        18        4         When U Feel Lonely – Mavado – Daseca U-2
17        17        7         Turn Me On – Sean Paul – CR203 NM
18        21        3         Talk Bout Me - Konshens – Subkonshus Records U-3
19        14        20        Jim Screechie – Spice – Equinoxx Production (pp#4) D-5
20        19        16        Swaggerific – Mr. G – Seanizzle (pp#6) D-1
21        20        22        Touch a Button – Vybz Kartel – TJ Records (2wks@#1) D-1
22        24        2         Caan Talk Bad – Tiana – Subkonshus U-2
23`       22        23        Messiah – Mavado – Chimney Records (1wk@#1) D-1
24        -          New    Tings a Come Up – Buju Banton – Pure Music
25        23        26        My Life – Shawn Storm – Adidjaheim/Notnice (2wks@#1) D-2
 
TOP 25 REGGAE SINGLES
 TW   LW    WOC         TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
 
01         2         11        You are Me – Alaine – 1Thirty1 Records (1wk@#1) U-1
02         1         21        A Nuh Suh Mi Want Live – Nesbeth – Jan Bigs Production (2wks@#1)
D-1
03        5         9         Innocent – Buju Banton – Gargamel Music U-2
04        3         17        Rescue Me – Duane Stephenson feat. Gramps Morgan – VP Records (3wks@#1) D-1
05        4         16        Hard Way – Ikaya – OutAroad Records (pp#3) D-1
06        6         22        Love How You Touch Me – Elvis D – Listen Up Records NM
07        7         12        Come Back Home – Tom Laing – Top Tier NM
08        8         19        Dark Skin Girl – Romain Virgo – Penthouse (pp#3) NM
09        11        11        Bad News – Tony Anthony – D’Maestro Productions U-2
10        14        7         In Times Like These – Queen Ifrica – 2 Hard Music U-4
11        9         26        Tears – Kurt Warmington – Infidelity Records (2wks@#1) D-2
12        15        7         Thank You For Loving Me – Stevie Face – Penthouse U-3
13        13        30        My Life – I-Octane – DJ Frass (2wks@#1) NM
14        10        23        Comfort Zone – Busy Signal – Penthouse Records (pp#3) D-4
15        12        23        Who Give Di Order – Cerassie Tea – 2000 Plus Production (pp#4) D-3
16        19        4         Lover's Holiday (Breakfast in Bed)Colin Levy aka Iley Dread – Kings of Kings U-3
17        18        8         Forever & Always – Hezron – Whatage Music U-1
18        16        15        Two Places – Hezron feat. Shaggy – Tads International Records (pp#14) D-2
19        21        3         Taking You Home – Romain Virgo – Penthouse U-2
20        17        33        John Prophecy (aka Di Yutes) – Strugglas – Roaring Tone Productions
(1wk@#1) D-3
21        23        2         Yea Though I Walk – Vybz Kartel – Human Rights Production U-2
22        20        25        Good Man in ur Life (Real Man) – Chuck Fender – Penthouse (pp#5)
D-2
23        -          New    Way Back – Bobby Tenna – Wile Fiya
24        -          New    Lately – Lazah Current – Gorilla Music
25        22        20        Justice – Ras Bogle – Global Life/Corner Street Records (pp#7) D-3
 
TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHART
TW   LW   WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
 
01        1         29        Reggae Gold – Various Artistes – VP Records (4wks@#1) NM
02        3         12        Reggae Jammin (Plus) Vol. 2 – Various Artistes –Tads International Records U-1
03        4         10        Black Gold – Duane Stephenson – VP Records U-1
04         2         15        Flip & Twist – Toots & the Maytals – D & F Music (3wks@#1) D-2
05         5         8         Reggae Evolution – Richie Stephens – Pot of Gold Nm
06        6         6         Strictly the Best, Vol. 43 – Various Artistes – VP Records NM
07        7         17        My Way – Lady Saw – Diva Records (3wks@#1) NM
08         9         3         Strictly the Best, #42 – Various Artistes – VP Records U-1
09        8         19        Before the Dawn – Buju Banton  – Gargamel Music (5wks@#1) D-1
10        10        23        Never Lost my Way – Ginjah – No Doubt/Flava Records NM
 
 
_____________________NOTES_____________________________________
 
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
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