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Volume 9 Issue 9
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IT IS ONLY THURSDAY, YET HERE IS YOUR REGGAE e-GUIDE!!!
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Greetings!
We are delivering your Reggae e-Guide newsletter on Thursdays now instead of Fridays. Our readers asked for it; so now you got it!
P.S.
RBA Publishing Inc. (that's us!) is pleased to announce the launch of a new website: www.GrassRootsMagazine.com. The website is dedicated to educating and entertaining medicinal marijuana supporters.
Viewers can read top news items with constant updates, enjoy product reviews by Robert Lastman, and laugh-out-loud at Jackie Wellbaum's advise column "Ask Jackie."
The website also hosts the Green Rush Directory which lists medical cannabis businesses by category (alternative healthcare providers, nutrients, medibles, dispensaries, etc.) so that readers around the world can find the business/product/service they are looking for.
Businesses that want to be identified with www.GrassRootsMagazine.com viewers, can post their company information for free in the Green Rush Directory, and their listing will link directly to their website.
Videos, the history of medicinal marijuana, and of course links to our Facebook and Twitter pages round out this easy-to-read medicinal marijuana website that is geared towards mature audiences and those that are new to this burgeoning industry.
And premiering in June is “GrassRoots Magazine – The Medicinal Marijuana Movement”, a quarterly print magazine with free distribution planned for Northern California and Northern Nevada.
In business for over 20 years and women-owned and operated, RBA Publishing Inc. is the proud publisher of the world’s oldest and largest reggae magazine: Reggae Festival Guide, and the award-winning Blues Festival Guide magazine, both of which have top-ranking corresponding websites.
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PREZIDENT BROWN - TOURING THE WESTERN U.S., CANADA AND HAWAII – MARCH / APRIL 2011
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Defender of the Faith - I Sound - Smile
Prezident Brown is a conscious roots reggae artist based in Jamaica, who carries a universal message of hope and righteousness. Prez, as he is called, has built a strong following in the western U.S. His band and set are consistently strong, and he is an important musical spokesman and leader for the real roots people.
In April 2010 Prezident Brown did a special combination tour, co-billing with the Wailing Souls. The tour was a great success. People loved both of the acts. Over the summer of 2010, Prezident Brown also performed on the Reggae on the River festival, and numerous other shows.
Last summer, 2009, in support of his Common Prosperity release, Prezident Brown performed at a number of key festivals including the Reggae Rising festival in Piercy, California, the Eugene Celebration in Eugene, Oregon and the Monterey Bay Reggae festival in Monterey, California, all within a western U.S. tour.
Prezident Brown is a substantial musical messenger who has knowledge to share in his songs. He is well loved and respected internationally. Prez is consistently a hard working artist, who keeps performing live and spreading out his fan base and putting out new CD’s that bring truth and light to his listeners. Prez has a more subtle, understanding character than most of the other contemporary reggae artists, and his music carries more of a sincere message of love and unity.
Prezident Brown is a champion of the new roots and reality consciousness reggae movement that entertains, informs and inspires. Prez’s latest release entitled Common Prosperity was produced by himself, his bass player Devon Bradshaw and his guitsy, Ian Coleman. Ian Coleman, known as “Beezy”, also works with Ziggy Marley. Other of his earlier releases are called To Jah Only, Generation Next and Prezident Brown – Showcase Volume One, Two, Three and 4 Health and Strength.
“It’s a rough road, as I trod along. Guide I oh Jah with thy mighty hand. It’s a rough road and I have to make my footsteps sure” chants Prezident Brown.
Prezident Brown is steadily striving within the music business, to bring his powerful music and message to the people of the world. He is based in Jamaica, where he is working on his next CD project. People are looking forward to seeing him again live on this upcoming March / April 2011 tour.
For booking, Contact: Peter Wardle King's Music International (510) 326-8445/ reggaeangl@aol.comhttp://www.kingsmusicinternational.com
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TRIBUTE ALBUM COMING FOR GREGORY ISSACS
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Saxophonist Dean Fraser recently gathered an all-star cast to record a tribute album to lovers' rock legend Gregory Isaacs who died October 2010.
VP Records has not announced the release date yet.
The 16-track set features some of Isaacs' biggest hit songs such as Front Door, Mr Brown, Night Nurse, Storm, Soon Forward, Tune In, Number One, The Border, Love Is Overdue and Red Rose.
There are also underground favourites such as My Only Lover and Stranger In Town. Recording for the project started last December at the Grafton studio in east Kingston. Guitarist Mitchum Chin, bass player Eoin Hoilette, drummer Kirk Bennett, and keyboardist Bowie McLaughlin are some of the musicians who worked on the album.
Some of the top names in contemporary reggae put their stamp on the 'Cool Ruler's' standards. They include Tarrus Riley, who did Front Door, Gyptian, covering Number One, Jah Cure (Mr Brown), Cherine Anderson (Soon Forward) and Alaine (Tune In).
Etana added her touch to My Only Lover, while the California band Souljah reworked Cool Down Your Temper.
Though he was in demand as a horn player during Isaacs' prolific chart period of the late 1970s and early 1980s, Fraser said it was not until the 1990s, when the singer moved to producer Gussie Clarke, that they began regular collaborations.
Fraser said he did backing vocals for many of Isaacs' hits for Clarke, including the anthem Rumours.
Isaacs died last year from cancer in London at age 60, leaving a catalogue of hits that ranks alongside those of other grass-roots reggae singers like Alton Ellis, Dennis Brown, John Holt and Freddie McGregor.
Though he had chart success in the early and mid-1970s with All I Have Is Love, Love Is Overdue and Storm, it was not until late that decade that he hit his stride with laid-back ballads like Tune In and Soon Forward.
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SKA LEGEND ERIC MONTY MORRIS SET TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM PRODUCED BY SADIKI
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New Single Now Available on iTunes!
ORLANDO, FL, MARCH 7, 2011 – With a career spanning some fifty years and an equal amount of hits, it is quite surprising that Ska Legend Eric Monty Morris has never released a full length solo album. That will change on March 29, 2011 as Eric Monty Morris releases his first studio album. The new album, part of a series called “The Living Legends Collection” (Buckley Records), will offer up brand new recordings of classic Morris hits such as “Penny Reel”, “Sammy Dead”, “Strongman Sampson”, “Oil in My Lamp”, plus seven other classic Morris songs.
The first single from the project, “Into This Beautiful Garden (2011 Version),” features Sadiki and was released on March 1st in digital format. Producer for the album is Jamaican Singer/Songwriter/Producer Sadiki, who also does a dual role as Recording and Mixing Engineer. “Doing this album was a great journey into an area of Jamaican Music that had it’s heyday in Jamaica, a bit before my time,” said Sadiki. “I’d always been a fan of Ska, but I became even more involved when I was asked to manage Mr. Morris back in early 2010. My hope for this release is that it helps to not only kick-start the fourth wave of the Ska music genre, but that it also helps to put some of the spotlight back upon traditional Ska music.
There were some challenges involved in producing the album, the major one being recreating classic songs with an updated feel so that they captivate a new audience, yet making certain that Morris’ tried and true fans would be appreciative of the new recordings. “I believe that we’ve hit the mark,” said Sadiki. The album’s eleven tracks were chosen on the basis of their popularity and how well they fit into the all-around vision for the album.
European and U.K. performances are scheduled for mid-April.
Through a worldwide digital distribution deal with Zojak Worldwide, “The Living Legends Collection – Eric Monty Morris” will be released in digital format on 3.29.11.
To schedule interviews or for more information, please contact A. S. Rozay at 954-353-7781 or by e-mail to asrozaypr@hotmail.com or James Lord with Zojak Worldwide at james@zojakworldwide.com.
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EBONY EXCURSIONS GEARS UP FOR THE BIGGEST REGGAE PARTY OF THE YEAR YET AGAIN! REGGAE SUMFEST 2010 GETAWAY TRAVEL PACKAGE JULY 16-24, 2011
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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
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SHARE YOUR FONDEST/FUNNIEST REGGAE MEMORY WITH THE REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE MAGAZINE
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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!
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REGGAE LEGEND TOOTS TO COLLABORATE WITH RAPPER EVE?
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source: imagesnewsletter.com
Kingston, JA: International reggae/ska singer Toots Hibbert of Toots & the Maytals, whose 1968 hit single “Do the Reggay”, is credited with coining the word reggae, said in a recent interview that he would love to collaborate with US rapper Eve.
'EVE is a great artiste and I would love to collaborate with her on a song – old or new. I think it would be an interesting mix of our creativity and vocal style. She is one of the most versatile talents coming out of the hip hop movement...she can rap, write, act and has a lot of fashion style...great talent" he said.
Toots will have the opportunity to let his feelings known to Eve on March 12, 2011 in Kingston, Jamaica when she performs at the 7th Annual Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) Awards. The two met almost 10 years ago, when they performed at the 'Bob Marley, One Love Tribute Concert' at James Bond Beach in St. Mary.
"She was then and still is, a very beautiful artiste" Toots affirmed. "It was a pleasure meeting her and I look forward to seeing her in Jamaica again."
Toots and the Maytals, originally called The Maytals, are considered legends of ska and reggae music. Their sound is a unique, original combination of gospel, ska, soul, reggae and rock. Following the release of “Monkey Man” - the group’s first international hit in 1970 - they have recorded hits like “Pressure Drop”, “54-46 was my number,” “Monkey Man” and was featured in The Harder They Come, the 1972 film and soundtrack starring Jimmy Cliff, named as one of Vanity Fair’s Top 10 Best Soundtracks of all time. The group's current release, titled Flip & Twist which was released last year, has so far spent 3 weeks atop the Jamaica Music Countdown (JMC) Albums Chart and features Toots singing, R&B, funk, gospel, blues and country in his own inimitable Jamaican style. The next release will be a DVD of the documentary Reggae Got Soul: The Story of Toots & the Maytals which premiered on BBC last month.
"I am always working on new material and have a few singles in the pipeline for release by the summer and another studio album in production. I will continue to work on completing that album in between upcoming tours of Australia, North America and Europe" he said.
Last year Toots was honored at the EME Awards with a "Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contribution to the reggae genre.
"It is always nice to be appreciated for your work and last year’s EME honour was particularly nice because it was a Jamaican award" he said.
This year to show his appreciation for what the EME is doing to move the industry forward, his label will be a sponsor of the glitzy awards show.
"D&F Music is pleased to support the growth of the EME Awards and the promotion of excellence in the music. Jamaica's music industry needs this type of award show to recognize and promote the standard of excellence necessary for us to continue to make music the world wants to hear" he said
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BANKRUPT!! MAJOR FRENCH REGGAE RECORD LABEL CLOSES ITS DOORS
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Illegal downloads blamed for Makasound's bankruptcy.
FRENCH reggae label Makasound filed for bankruptcy this year amidst mounting debt and online piracy which will sever an important link between both nations.
This is the latest reggae label to fold following the decline in music and the global economy. A liquidator was appointed to sell the company.
"We (became) bankrupt a few weeks ago, everything will stop in the weeks to come, (for) both physical and online music," stated Nicolas Maslowski co-founder of Makasound, in an interview with the Sunday Observer.
The accumulated debt is in the millions of Jamaican dollars equivalent to "the price of two or three new humble cars".
The label distributed albums for Alton Ellis, Winston Mc Anuff, Black Roots, Leroy Smart, The Rastafarians, Mikey Ras Starr, Black Roots 2, The Slickers, Rub A Dub Soldiers, Carl Harvy, Delroy Williams and many others.
Makasound, founded in 2002 by Maslowski and Romain Germa, started small but grew to become a respected reggae brand within France. The executives noted that the music business had become a pizza shop in which quick consumption of CDs and digital music was required to avoid the stale of piracy.
"Of course illegal downloading is one of the major problems if not the major. French people are the biggest illegal downloaders in the world. Also, of course the quality of reggae music is declining, sometimes to a level of shame," Maslowski told the Sunday Observer from his office in France.
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MORE ARTISTS ANNOUNCED FOR SIERRA NEVADA WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL
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Vusi Mahlasela, Brigadier Jerry, The Cables, Duane Stephenson,
Saritah and Jah Love Sound System Added to This Year's Lineup
The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival is pleased to announce that Vusi Mahlasela, Brigadier Jerry, The Cables, Duane Stephenson, Saritah and Jah Love Sound System have been added to the ever-growing list of artists performing at the festival's 18th annual gathering taking place June 17-19 at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds located in Boonville, California. These artists join Midnite, Anthony B the other dozen artists that were confirmed to perform earlier this month.
Vusi Mahlasela was born in Lady Selbourne, Pretoria in 1965 and grew up in Mamelodi, a township famed as a cradle of culture which has produced many of Black South Africa’’s greatest musicians and writers. By the age of seventeen, Vusi was a seasoned performer. He had soon tired of singing cover versions of popular songs and discovered that he had a flair for composition and begun to write his own music and lyrics. He found himself drawn to themes with social and political significance and he became much in demand at political rallies and cultural events. Over a musically and socially consequential career, South African singer-songwriter and poet-activist Vusi Mahlasela has successfully followed his muse and continued to give back to his country.
While his introduction to an American audience probably came from his 1985 release of "Jamaica Jamaica" on the RAS label, the Brigadier Jerry had been building a major following in Jamaica by appearing live on the mike, first on the original King Stur Gav Hi-Fi system and later over the Twelve Tribes' Jah Love Muzik Sound System and releasing occasional singles for the local market. One thing about Brigadier Jerry, he chats pure consciousness on the mike, even when the prevalent vibe in the dance was slackness. A longtime member of the Rastafarian Christian sect "Twelve Tribes of Israel", Briggy takes every opportunity to teach the youth about righteous runnings and has recorded many tracks pointing out the error of certain ways.
With the classic recordings “Baby Why” and “What Kind of World” the legendary Jamaican harmony vocal group The Cables secured their place in music history. The Cables burst on the scene in 1965, when Ska was the rage. Founded by lead vocalist Keble Drummond, along with harmony singers, Vince Stoddart and Elbert Stewart, The Cables released “Ska Days” in 1966. But it was in 1968 when the group rocketed to stardom when Clement “Sir Coxsone” Dodd took them into Studio One recording studios. The Cables brought with them the lyrics and the upbeat, lilting melody of “Baby Why”. Over the years persistent demand for the group has resulted in The Cables reuniting for numerous international festivals. Today, the group is a quartet, consisting of original members as well as Owen “Bobby” Dockery, tenor, who joined the group in 1971.
Singer/songwriter Duane Stephenson greatly impacted upon Jamaica’s musical landscape with the release of his stunning introductory album “From August Town” on Cannon/VP Records in early 2008, demonstrating that the heartfelt lyrics, sincere vocals, insightful commentaries and deeply rooted spirituality that made roots reggae a global force lives on in the 21st century. Following the release of “From August Town” Duane performed on several major stage shows across Jamaica, including Reggae Sumfest and the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival and toured throughout North America, Europe and the Caribbean with Dean Fraser, the celebrated saxophonist and leader of the Blak Soil Band that supports Tarrus Riley, as well as the producer of “From August Town”.
South Korean born and raised in Western Australia, Saritah is a hard-working independent artist who has built a solid fan base across the country. Her releases to date include the debut album ‘Gratitude’, ‘These Days/You’re The One’ EP and most recently the extremely successful, inspiring and relevant album Ancient Forward. On Ancient Forward, positivity and affirmations sit organically beside the serious. Driving rhythm sections and programmed beats give way to space and melody; earthy textures create a worldly yet intimate album that for the listener, is a joy to hear. It is an album that flows and ebbs in a dynamic, colourful style that Saritah has cemented, as her own. An accomplished recording, it confirms Saritah as one of Australia’s most talented and exciting artists, with something to say.
Jah Love Sound began in 1974, but it wasn't until the early '80s, when selector Ilawi teamed up regularly with Brigadier Jerry, that the sound started to take off with the masses. It is the product of two musical inspirations coming together, taking parts of "Jah Mik" and "Jah Love Sound" to create "Jah Love Sound." They were the best combination as selector and dj around at that time. Jah Love Sound (aka Jah Love Muzik system) was run by the Christian Rastafarian sect, the Twelve Tribes of Israel. Now based in New York City, Jah Love Sound continues to bring its unique brand of conscious Rastafarian roots music to the people both in local clubs throughout the area as well as at festivals world-wide. Look for them in the dancehall on Friday night.
Toots & The Maytals ● Steel Pulse ● Rebelution ● Midnite
Anthony B ● Horace Andy ● Vusi Mahlasela ● Collie Buddz & New Kingston
Pablo Moses ● I-Octane ● Romain Virgo ● Brigadier Jerry ● The Cables
Duane Stephenson ● Kora ● Rupa & The April Fishes ● Saritah
Taj Weekes & Adowa ● Indubious ● Jah Love Sound System
More Artists TBA
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.
Early Bird Tickets Almost Gone - Less than 100 discounted 'Early-Bird' Tickets to SNWMF 2011 are still available. These may be purchased online and via mail order through February 28th or until all Early Bird tickets are sold, whichever comes first. At the current pace, we anticipate that all Early-Bird Tickets will be gone before the end of this weekend, so if you want to purchase tickets to SNWMF 2011 at a discount, make sure to place your order right away. As always, 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.
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STONE SENSES - CALIFORNIA REGGAE COMES TO MONTBLEU CASINO RESORT - SOUTH TAHOE, NV - SATURDAY, MARCH 19
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STONE SENSES - CALIFORNIA REGGAE COMES TO MONTBLEU CASINO RESORT - SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2011
LAKE TAHOE, NV – Stone Senses, will take the stage at Blu Nightclub inside MontBleu Casino Resort, Saturday, March 19, 2011. Doors open at 10p. Tickets are just $10.00 in advance, and available at all Ticketmaster outlets, and at the MontBleu Box Office, Blu Nightclub, or online at www.ticketmaster.com You can also purchase by phone by calling MontBleu Resort, 775-588-3515.
With their unique and undeniably original blend of reggae, rock and soul…Stone Senses perfects the reggae-rock genre with a style and sound that bridges the gap between traditional roots-reggae and driving, melodic, feel-good rock.
Hailing from Carlsbad, California, and taking the West Coast music scene by storm since 2004, this six piece is as instrumentally diverse and unique in its nature as it is in its band members. Stone Senses masterfully showcases their musical influences and spiritually soulful convictions through creative storytelling, strong-willed lyrics and undeniable musical chops. The result is an unmistakable sound like no other reggae-rock band around.
Tickets are just $10 and available at all Ticketmaster outlets, and at the MontBleu Box Office, Blu Nightclub or online at www.ticketmaster.com You can also purchase by phone by calling MontBleu Resort, 775-588-3515.
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LANCE-O!
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Music is life and Reggae music, in particular, brings positivity and good vibes to people worldwide. It speaks all languages and crosses all borders. In order to bridge that gap between the musicians and the audience of reggae it takes an mc/host that knows the crowd as well as a good dj to keep it flowing. There is an MC/host & DJ that can keep it all in synch he is LANCE-O.
Lance-O has been mcing some of the biggest reggae shows in the Americas since 1987 and djing even longer. His career started in a place where education was the key, at UNC-Wilmington. There he started a college radio station and introduced reggae music to many for the first time. From these very humble beginnings he moved on to the Reggae Sunsplash Stage in Jamaica to hosting the Tamika Reggae Awards at Madison Square Garden in New York City as well as a host on the annual Bob Marley Fest in Miami since its inception in 1992.
A reggae radio veteran, he syndicated his own entertainment report called ëReggae Vibesí that went worldwide and also created the tv program ëIsland Hoppersí which literally hopped from island to island throughout the Caribbean. Now a professional MC, host, dj and promoter Lance-O has established himself as the MC for reggae enthusiasts and caters well to surfers, islanders and Latinos. Growing up in Miami Florida has exposed him to the many cultures of the world.
Lance-O has established himself as the go to person for reggae in Florida and its spreading. His company Kulcha Shok Muzik is now the foundation of keeping real reggae music alive in Florida. He also hosts surf contests, works on many of the concerts and festivals throughout the region and wants to be on yours. He is a part of the show and does it with professionalism and class. Please visit his website and media page to not only hear but see his work as a dj, mc, host, voiceover talent and creator. http://kulchashok.com/media/ or call 305.534.6110
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IF YOU LOVE REGGAE, THIS VIDEO IS A MUST-SEE
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SINGER/SONGWRITER TREVOR HALL LIVE AT MONTBLEU CASINO RESORT -SUNDAY, MARCH 27
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JAHDAN BLAKKAMOORE * JAHSUN * THE REDEMPTION BAND
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Alex Marley : : Love
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Alex Marley, lead singer and guitarist, has become a live concert phenomenon in Jamaica where he and his band have been performing for seven years. Alex has a growing fan base locally and on the internet. Born on July 29, 1987 in Kingston, Jamaica, Alex sings of a universal message of peace and love. He grew up listening to various music : Amongst people like his cousin, Bob Marley and sons, as well as Garnet Silk, Burning Spear, Jacob Miller, Peter Tosh, Jimmy Hendrix, Carlos Santana, and Dennis Brown. He was called to music at an early age and has been writing songs since age eleven.
He recorded his first single “Times Dread” in 2007 at Tuff Gong International Studio, then quickly recorded his debut album “Love”, available on iTunes, E-music, Rhapsody, Amazon, and Napster and on radio stations in Jamaica, US and UK.
Alex Marley’s new song , Lovely Woman, is on radio stations worldwide as well as most popular online radio stations. The music video for this song is aired on Hype TV in Jamaica and will soon be aired on Nat Geo music station in Italy.
Alex Marley holds a 4th degree brown belt in Zendoe Kai Kan Karate and was a member of the 2005 Jamaica National Surfing Team where he represented the country in the World Junior Pros at Huntington Beach, California.
He is currently unsigned, and working on new material with his band.
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ROOTS REGGAE LEGENDS STEP INTO THE LIGHT : :
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Internationally celebrated roots reggae troubadour Andru Branch has united some of Jamaica’s greatest reggae legends. On the eve of his brand new album Step Into The Light comes the dawn of the Halfway Tree All Stars:
Studio One pioneer Brian “Bassie” Atkinson on bass
Original Hit Squad drummer Tony “Raffa” White on drums
Toots & the Maytals’ Bernie Pitters on keyboards
Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers’ Earl “Chinna” Smith on guitar
Original Halfway Tree guitarist Tomaz “Moose” Jardim on guitar
Bob Marley & the Wailers’ Alvin “Seeco” Patterson on percussion
Roots Radics’ trombonist Everald Gayle on trombone
Hit Squad virtuoso Isax Injah on saxophone
Ukeladies’ Selah Koile and Katharine Langille on backing vocals
“…nothing less than stunning.” - Exclaim! Magazine
CORNERSTONES OF FOUNDATION ROOTS BRING BACK REAL REGGAE MUSIC
Following the success of his JUNO-nominated collaboration with members of The Wailers, Andru Branch received critical acclaim with the release of “Bring Back Real Reggae Music” from his sophomore album The Only Constant in 2008. Branch was joined by legendary Studio One bass player Brian Atkinson in 2002 to form the illustrious Halfway Tree reggae band. The group has had three number one hits on CBC’s Galaxie Radio, including 2009’s international hit single “My Jamaican Weed”, and “Best Friend Girl” off the brand new album Step Into The Light.
“This is indeed real reggae music.” – Tom Orr, World Music Central
This is your opportunity to see and hear reggae’s original masters perform live! Reminiscent of the golden era of reggae music, their sound is gloriously hypnotic and their message is positively uplifting. Currently booking dates for the 2011 “Step Into The Light” tour.
Europe North America
CONTACT: Eddie Brown CONTACT: Roy McPherson
Pride Music International
Dandelion Productions
+440 (20) 8665 1044 202-590-9000
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LOOK WHO'S ON TOUR!
Prezident Brown
Wed. March 16th – Los Angeles, CA – The Dub Club
Fri. March 18th – Encinitas, Mexico – The Culture Beat
Sat. 19th – San Diego, CA – The World Beat Cultural Center
Fri. 25th – Fairfax, CA – 19 Broadway
Sat. 26th – Berkeley, CA – Ashkenaz
Thurs. March 31st – Santa Rosa, CA – The Chrome Lotus
Sat. April 2nd –Santa Cruz, CA – Moe’s Alley
Sun April 3rd – Sacramento, CA – Harlow’s
Wed. 6th – Caspar, CA – The Caspar Inn
Thurs 7th – Arcata, CA – Humbrew’s
Fri. 8th – Portland, OR – Mt. Tabor Theatre
Sat. 9th – Seattle, WA – Neumos
Tues. 12th – Missoula, MT – The Palace
Wed. 13th – Victor, ID – The Knotty Pine
Thurs. 14th –Park City, UT – The Star Bar
Sat. 16th – Aspen, CO – The Belly Up
Sat. April 23rd – Topanga, CA – Topanga Earthday
Fri. June 24th – Chico, CA - Wild Mountain Fair
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
JAH MESSENGERS REGGAE BAND STARTED SCHEDULE 2011
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)
MARCH 13TH @ CARIBBEAN FLAVOR 321 BABBITT RD. EUCLID, OHIO (3RD ANNUAL CRISS LIST AWARDS) with GUEST BANDS
(6PM-12AM)
MAY 7TH @ FAT FISH BLUE 21 PROSPECT DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO (8PM-12AM)
JUNE 19TH @ THE BARKING SPIDER TAVERN 11310 JUNIPER RD. CLEVELAND, OHIO (9PM-12AM)
JUNE 25TH @ FAT FISH BLUE 21 PROSPECT DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND, OHIO (8PM-12AM)
REBELUTION w/ Junior Reid & Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad -
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
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ON THIS DAY IN REGGAE
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Japanese DJ Boogie Man is born. |
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DJ Don Yute is born in Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1995: |
Q-Q (Kareem Dawkins) is born. |
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I-taweh:
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Donavan "i-taweh" Cunningham was born in the hills of St. Ann, Jamaica to Rupert and Ruby Cunningham. Like most successful Artists, he comes from humble beginnings. I-taweh was raised in the farming community of Prickly Pole, just a few miles from the home where Bob Marley grew in Nine Mile. He spent most of his childhood farming alongside his father and four siblings.
Growing up he played music with his family and friends, but his musical career started shortly after his move from the country to Kingston in 1992, where he was given the name “Danny Gitz” because of his growing reputation as an outstanding guitarist. He began his first tour with “High Symbol” in 1994. He then went on to become the youngest member of the original Nyabhingi group “Mystic Revelation of Rastafari” and extensively toured Europe with them. During those years he was also doing significant work as a band leader for the original "Dance Hall King" Sugar Minott and later became the guitarist for Everton Blender.
His work with Everton Blender brought him to the U.S. in 2004 where he then became the bassist for the “Yellow Wall Dub Squad” a major backing band for headlining artists in the U.S. and the opening act for the artists they were playing for. His act was billed as "Itawe" and often referred to as the "Reggae Lion". He quickly gained popularity as the singing bassist, and his voice was likened to that of the reggae legend Burning Spear. I-taweh says, "It is a compliment and I feel blessed because he has been a major influence in my life and my music." His incredible versatility on guitar and bass, precise vocals, and vibrant stage presence has kept him in high demand not only for live stage performances but in the studio as well. He has recorded for several major artists such as: Sade, Capleton, Morgan Heritage, Sugar Minott, Luciano, etc. and on any given day you can hear his guitar licks playing on radio stations across the globe. For the past few years he has been a band member and the opening act for artists such as the Abyssinians, Richie Spice, Anthony B, Gregory Isaacs, Yami Bolo, Ini Kamoze, Half Pint, Sister Carol, the Melodians, the Mighty Diamonds, Junior Reid, Tanya Stepehens and many more…
After 17 years of being a supporting musician, I-taweh took a one year hiatus from performances to pursue his solo album. He has written and composed all of his own original music- and independently produced his first album as "i-taweh" named "Overload" under his own label TAP NAT MUZIK. His album features world class musicians such as Horse Mouth Wallace, Remi Kabaka, Sly Dunbar, Benjy Miaz, Alphonso Wilson, Computer Paul, Dean Frasier, Bongo Herman, and Count Ossie Jr. I-taweh’s unique and original sound comes from his Jamaican roots combined with inspirations from his travels abroad. His music is diverse and reflects his passion for Human Rights and Social Justice making him the perfect choice for the soundtrack featured in the award winning movie “African Rush / The Ultimate Ride” and the big wave surf film “THE FIND: Claiming the Nelscott Reef”. He recently made a special apprearance on HYPE TV in Jamaica promoting his new music video for the song "Overload" and was featured in UJAMA NEWS magazine as the "Reggae Lion".
"As a backing musician playing for other artists, I toured the world playing in Asia, North, South and Central America, Australia, Europe and the Caribbean Islands. It feels good to be coming back through to these places as a solo artist and having so many of my fans come out for the show" says i-taweh " I really appreciate and feel the love".
I-taweh is captivating audiences all over the world with his moving lyrics, confident stage presence, and phenomenal talent. Whether performing acoustic guitar with a stand up bass or his original roots and culture sound, his set is diverse and is winning the hearts of his listeners everywhere and continuously leaves his audience wanting more!
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HAPPINESS
"It is not easy to find happiness in ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere."
-- Agnes Repplier
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RICHIE B'S ROOTS REGGAE AIRPLAY CHARTS - STRAIGHT FROM YARD!
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM
March 3 - 10, 2011
TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 21 Nuh Love Inna Dem – I-Octane – Cashflow (2wks@#1) NM
02 3 17 Party Like it’s Your Birthday – Richie Loop, Busy Signal & D’Major – Scikron Entertainment U-1
03 2 15 Cake Soap – Vybz Kartel – Adidjaheim/Notnice (2wks@#1)
D-1
04 5 15 Stronger – Cham/Mykal Rose/Bounty Killer – Mad House U-1
05 6 11 Caan Get Brown – Kiprich – Birch Hill Records U-1
06 4 21 Dumper Truck – Vybz Kartel – CR203 (2wks@#1) D-2
07 8 15 True Blessings - Toya – Downsound Records U-1
08 7 13 Jack Hammer – Aidonia – Equinoxx Production D-1
09 12 7 When U Feel Lonely – Mavado – Daseca U-3
10 11 11 If I Ever – Wayne Wonder – Singso Records U-1
11 9 18 Puff It – I-Octane – Cashflow (2wkS@#1) D-2
12 10 17 Hot Grabba – Vybz Kartel feat. Popcaan – Adidjaheim/Notnice (pp#6) D-2
13 14 14 Jamaican Girl – Danielle aka DI – UPT 007 Records U-1
14 16 6 Talk Bout Me - Konshens – Subkonshus Records U-2
15 15 10 Turn Me On – Sean Paul – CR203 NM
16 18 4 Tings a Come Up – Buju Banton – Pure Music U-2
17 13 23 Stulla – Mavado – CR203 (2wks@#1) D-4
18 19 5 Caan Talk Bad – Tiana – Subkonshus U-1
19 20 3 Look Pon We – Vybz Kartel & Russian – Head Concussion U-1
20 17 20 Nah Let Go – Gyptian – VP Records (pp#4) D-3
21 21 29 For Your Eyez Only – Shaggy feat. Alaine – K-Licious Music (1wk@#1)
NM
22` 24 2 Nuh Strange Face – Chan Dizzy – Head Concussion U-2
23 - New Star Boy – Mavado – Chimney Records
24 22 23 Jim Screechie – Spice – Equinoxx Production (pp#4) D-2
25 - New Now Yuh Si Me/Now U Don’t – Ovamars – Chimney Records
TOP 25 REGGAE SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 19 Hard Way – Ikaya – OutAroad Records (2wks@#1) NM
02 2 14 You are Me – Alaine – 1Thirty1 Records (2wks@#1) NM
03 4 25 Love How You Touch Me – Elvis D – Listen Up Records U-1
04 5 15 Come Back Home – Tom Laing – Top Tier U-1
05 6 14 Bad News – Tony Anthony – D’Maestro Productions U-1
06 7 10 In Times Like These – Queen Ifrica – 2 Hard Music U-1
07 3 24 A Nuh Suh Mi Want Live – Nesbeth – Jan Bigs Production (2wks@#1)
D-4
08 8 10 Thank You for Loving Me – Stevie Face – Penthouse NM
09 9 12 Innocent – Buju Banton – Gargamel Music (pp#4) NM
10 12 7 Lover's Holiday (Breakfast in Bed) – Colin Levy aka Iley Dread – Kings of Kings U-2
11 10 20 Rescue Me – Duane Stephenson feat. Gramps Morgan – VP Records (3wks@#1) D-1
12 14 6 Taking You Home – Romain Virgo – Penthouse U-2
13 11 22 Dark Skin Girl – Romain Virgo – Penthouse (pp#3) D-2
14 13 33 My Life – I-Octane – DJ Frass (2wks@#1) D-1
15 16 5 Yea Though I Walk – Vybz Kartel – Human Rights Production U-1
16 15 11 Forever & Always – Hezron – Whatage Music D-1
17 19 4 Way Back – Bobby Tenna – Wile Fiya U-2
18 20 4 Lately – Lazah Current – Gorilla Music U-2
19 17 29 Tears – Kurt Warmington – Infidelity Records (2wks@#1) D-2
20 18 26 Comfort Zone – Busy Signal – Penthouse Records (pp#3) D-2
21 21 26 Who Give Di Order – Cerassie Tea – 2000 Plus Production (pp#4) NM
22 23 2 People Talk – Etana – VP Records U-1
23 22 36 John Prophecy (aka Di Yutes) – Strugglas – Roaring Tone Productions
(1wk@#1) D-1
24 - New Cassanova – Cen‘C Love – Lyvestone Music
25 24 18 Two Places – Hezron feat. Shaggy – Tads International Records (pp#14) D-1
TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHART
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 2 13 Black Gold – Duane Stephenson – VP Records (1wk@#1) U-1
02 1 15 Reggae Jammin (Plus) Vol. 2 – Various Artistes –Tads International Records (2wks@1) D-1
03 3 11 Reggae Evolution – Richie Stephens – Pot of Gold NM
04 4 9 Strictly the Best, Vol. 43 – Various Artistes – VP Records NM
05 5 32 Reggae Gold – Various Artistes – VP Records (4wks@#1) NM
06 6 6 Strictly the Best, #42 – Various Artistes – VP Records NM
07 7 18 Flip & Twist – Toots & the Maytals – D & F Music (3wks@#1) NM
08 8 3 Free Expressions – Etana – VP Records NM
09 9 2 Legacy – An Acoustic Tribute to Peter Tosh – Andrew Tosh – Box 10 Ent./Tuff Gong/Solomonic NM
10 - New Bushman Sings the Bush Doctor (A Tribute to Peter Tosh) – Bushman – VP Records
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Numbers in bracket indicate the number of weeks at the No. 1 Spot.
Key: U – Upward, D – Down, NM – Non-Mover
TW – This Week, LW – Last Week, WC Weeks on Chart, PP in bracket – Peak Position
Sources: Sound Systems, Record Shops, Night Clubs & Radio Play
ALL SOUND SYSTEMS, SELECTORS, RECORD SHOPS, NIGHT CLUBS & RADIO DJS WHO WISH TO ASSIST US AS WE COMPILE OUR WEEKLY CHARTS, PLEASE FURNISH US WITH ONLY CURRENT TELEPHONE NUMBERS.
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9 Mile Music Festival formerly Caribbean Festival
Saturday, March 12th 2011
Miami, FL. USA
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The Gathering of the Peacemakers
Sunday-Saturday, March 13th-19th 2011
Santiago
Atitlan
Lake Atitlan
United States
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Never Say Never Music & Arts Festival 2011
2011 Tuesday-Wednesday, March 15th-16th 2011
Mission
Texas
United States
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ATX Wildfire
Thursday-Saturday, March 17th-19th 2011
Austin USA
United States
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Buckroe Beach Reggae Fest
Sunday-Sunday, March 20th-20th 2011
Hampton
Virginia
United States
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SISTAHFEST
Friday-Sunday, March 25th-27th 2011
TORONTO
ONTARIO
Canada
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8th Annual Kemah “Pan Jam” Steel Drum Festival
Saturday-Sunday, March 26th-27th 2011
Kemah (near Houston)
TX
United States
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UFO - Unite For One Reggae Festival
Saturday-Sunday, April 2nd-3rd 2011
Playa Las Lajas
Chiriqui
Panama
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Winter Greens Tour
Tuesday-Sunday,
April 12th-3rd 2011
U.S. Tour
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Austin Reggae Festival
Friday-Saturday, April 15th-16th 2011
Austin
Texas
United States
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Topanga Earth Day
Topanga
California
United States
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Healing Of The Nation Reggae Festival
Saturday, April 23rd 2011
Long Beach, CA
United States
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SKO 2011 - Mountpelier Agricultural Show
Monday, April 25th 2011
Montego Bay,
St James
Jamaica
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Miami Reggae Festival
Saturday, April 30th 2011
Miami
Florida
United States
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Goodland Reggae Festival
Saturday, April 30th 2011
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
United States
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2011 Puerto Galera Reggae Festival
Sunday-Monday, May 1st-2nd 2011
Puerto Galera
Oriental
Mindoro Island
Philipines
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Sunshine Reggae Festival
Saturday-Sunday, May 7th-8th 2011
67630 LAUTERBOURG
Bas-Rhin
France
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Sun Surf Skate Reggae Festival
Saturday-Sunday, May 7th-8th 2011
New Smyrna Beach
Florida
United States
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BUCKROE BEACH REGGAE FESTIVAL
Saturday-Saturday, May 7th-7th 2011
HAMPTON
VIRGINIA
United States
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ReggaeFèr
Saturday-Saturday, May 14th-14th 2011
Raamsdonksveer
Noord Brabant
Netherlands
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Hangout Music Fest
Friday-Sunday, May 20th-22nd 2011
Gulf Shores
Alabama
United States
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Marley Green Reggae Festival
Saturday-Saturday, May 21st-21st 2011
Manchester
Greater Manchester
United Kingdom
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Best of the Best Concert
Sunday, May 29th 2011
Miami
Florida
United States
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Wakarusa Music & Camping Festival
Thursday-Sunday, June 2nd-5th 2011
Ozark
Arkansas
United States
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