LAKE TAHOE, NV – MontBleu Casino Resort and PR Entertainment, Inc presents New Zealand’s Music Award-Winning sensation, Sola Rosa, who will perform their amazing Reggae/Funk/Jazz/Latin/Hip-Hop Fusion, Saturday, December 3, 2011, inside Blu Nightclub at MontBleu Resort.

 

Tickets are just $7.00, or $5.00 for locals and FREE for all local Ski Resort Employees, as MontBleu welcomes winter and all ski resort industry employees to the Lake Tahoe basin.  Tickets are available at the door only.  9p doors.  Must be 21.

 

 

Starting November 29th, frontman Andrew Spraggon will take the stage alongside Spikey Tee (Jah Wobble, Mr. Scruff, Bomb the Bass) and Lila Tomlins (Kiwi vocal sensation) for a Sound System tour of ten North American cities, beginning in New York, NY and ending in Ensenada, Mexico. SOLA ROSA is ready to prove to the U.S. audience that they have that special element it takes to make it in the ever-growing musical world.

 

SOLA ROSA’s debut North American album, Get It Together, was recently released on October 11th, 2011, and already garnered a mention in the Village Voice, a single premiere for “Turn Around” in Baeble Music, and a video premiere for the same song on PopMatters. This is not surprising, as the album has stayed at #1 in NZ for over four months.

 

SOLA ROSA frontman Andrew Spraggon ignores the niceties of genre boundaries and opts instead to blend his diverse influences into an otherworldly aural experience. Since 1999 he has been honing his craft by keeping good company on the road and in the studio, eventually earning himself a nomination for Best Producer at the Vodafone NZ Music Awards in 2006 and 2009. Get It Together was nominated for Best Electronica Album, and the album’s second single, ‘Turn Around’, was nominated for Best Video.

 

While Sola Rosa’s first three albums undoubtedly cast Spraggon as one of New Zealand’s finest purveyors of downbeat-electronica – something that was backed up by a raft of accolades including a NZ Music Award for 2001’s Solarized, and b-net awards for 2000’s Entrance To Skyway and 2003’s Haunted Out-takes – his fourth long player, 2005s Moves On, saw a change in tact. Not content to simply stay within the bounds of any one genre, Spraggon expanded the Sola Rosa sound, incorporating more live instrumentation and adding a healthy dollop of funk, soul and reggae to an already considerable list influences. The new direction not only reinvigorated the Rosa sound, but earned Spraggon another nomination for Best Dance/Electronic album at the 2006 NZ Music Awards.

 

Despite the rapturous reception that all six of Sola Rosa’s releases have garnered, it’s Spraggon’s latest album, Get It Together, which has so successfully captured the breadth of his vision and piqued the most interest from record labels, artists and fans the world over.

 

Sola Rosa will be performing live at MontBleu’s Blu Nightclub, Saturday, December 3, 2011.  Doors open 9p.  Tickets are available at the door for $7.00, locals are $5.00, and all ski resort employees get in for FREE. (with employee ID).  For more information visit www.solarosa.com, www.PREpresents.com, or www.MontBleuResort.com  

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JMAX Productions Presents: REBELUTION w/ Pep Love

 

Saturday, December 31st, 2011
@ Grand Sierra Resort Reno, NV
Doors ­ 8:00 pm Show ­ 9:00 pm

 

Tickets available at:
<http://www.ticketweb.com/ Grand Sierra Box Office (with no fees)

by phone at 775-789-2285 -Ticketmaster.com Outlets
& online at www.jmaxproductions.net

 

Tickets: $45.00 Advance - General Admission / All Ages

 

Originally formed in 2004, members Eric Rachmany (vocals/guitar), Matt Velasquez (vocals/guitar), Rory Carey (keyboard), Wesley Finley (drums), an Marley D. Williams (bass) met in college while residing in Isla Vista, a beach side community in Santa Barbara.

 

Throughout 2004-2005, Rebelution began to build momentum through consistently playing local shows and by independently releasing an EP.

 

Rebelution released their first full-length album 'Courage to Grow' in June 2007, which would become the breakthrough album for the band. The album was praised for its crafty melodies, socially-conscious lyrics, and savvy musicianship. The album was selected as iTunes Editor's Choice for Best Reggae Album of 2007. In addition, 'Courage to Grow' peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard magazine Top Reggae Albums chart.

 

Two years after their last album, Rebelution released their sophomore full-length album 'Bright Side of Life.' On August 4, 2009 'Bright Side of Life' was officially released and dominated the iTunes charts, solidifying the #1 spot on iTunes in the reggae music genre, and the #3 spot for top albums downloaded in the United States in all genres of music. The album reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Reggae Albums chart.

The release of 'Bright Side of Life' marks the first release under Rebelution's newly founded record label "87 Music", in association with Controlled Substance Sound Labs, the California-based music collective.

 

On January 10, 2012, Rebelution will release their 3rd studio album, Peace Of Mind, through their own label 87 Music. The label, in partnership with Controlled Substance Sound Labs, will simultaneously release two additional versions of the entire record as a multi-length triple album. Peace of Mind: Acoustic will feature all twelve original album tracks stripped down acoustic as well as Peace of Mind: Dub remixed by Easy Star's Michael Goldwasser (Dub Side of The Moon, Radiodread, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Dub Band). The albums will be available via digital download, CD and will be available for preorder. Beginning today, fans can get a free download of all three versions of Peace of Mind's first single, the upbeat 'Sky is the Limit'.

 

Produced By JMAX Productions
www.jmaxproductions.net

In little over a year the scene-shaking reggae band The Green has emerged as one of the most exciting new Reggae artists from the U.S. Both critics and fans quickly took hold of their youth-infused modern roots reggae sound. Their self-titled debut album was named “Best Reggae Album” of 2010 by iTunes and hit Billboard’s 2010 Year-End Reggae Chart by selling over 20,000 copies and counting.

 

The band’s sophomore album is Ways & Means, which spent the past week since release at #1 on the iTunes Reggae album chart. It’s come out in partnership with Easy Star Records, one of the leading independent reggae labels and home to some of the most accomplished and progressive reggae artists, including the Easy Star All-Stars, John Brown’s Body, Cas Haley, The Black Seeds, Ticklah, Tommy T, The Meditations, and more.

 

 

Ways & Means can be bought on iTunes: here or Amazon: here 

March / April 2011, Prez did a successful western US tour and in the summer he was a highlight on the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival and a number of other festivals. The year before, in April 2010 Prezident Brown did a special combination tour, co-billing with the Wailing Souls. The tour was a great success. The people loved both of the acts. Over the summer of 2010, Prezident Brown performed on the Reggae on the River festival, and numerous other shows.

 

In the summer of 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. Before that, Prez was consistently paying his dues touring the circuit.

 

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 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.

 

Contact: Peter Wardle
King's Music International
Phone: (510) 326-8445 or online at reggaeangl@aol.com
http://www.kingsmusicinternational.com

New York, NY (November 8, 2011): Known for his roles in movies such as "Cool Runnings," "Cliffhanger," "Above the Rim," "Waiting to Exhale," "The Temptations," "Little Richard," "The Five Heartbeats," along with television series "OZ" and "Resurrection Boulevard," actor, producer and musician, LEON and his band will perform at Third World's concert in Los Angeles on November 16, 2011.

 

LEON, who recently appeared on BET's new series "Reed Between the Lines" has been busy with projects including upcoming movies, "Ex-Free" and "Soul Ties" based on a book by Tee Austin, stage play "Why Do Good Girls Like Bad Boys" and new singles "Dance With Me" produced by Beres Hammond and "Love Is A Beautiful Thing" with his band LEON and The Peoples. When asked why he took time out of his busy schedule to perform at the event, he remarked, "It's Third World Band - that simple! When you get a request from reggae legends you don't say no. I am a huge fan of Third World and so to be able to be apart of anything they are doing is an honor. I am delighted to not only serve as host but also to be performing with my band on the same stage."

 

In 2005, Leon became lead singer of his own band, LEON and The Peoples and went on to release their debut album, "The Road Less Traveled" in 2006. In 2007, the band received a nomination for the album from the International Reggae and World Music Award. Later that year, the band joined Beres Hammond and Marcia Griffiths on a 36 City US "For The Love Of It Tour." Leon was also a frequent surprise guest on Beres' 2008 "A Moment in Time" US tour. In 2010, the band headlined at the Aids Walk Concert in NYC's Central Park.

 

Celebrating 38 years and introducing their 23rd album, Patriots, the concert will be streamed live on www.caribbeandreamerstv.com. Not only will fans get to watch the concert live, they will also get a chance to see preview episodes of Caribbean Dreamers, an upcoming series that captures up close and personal look into the group's life. Third World is encouraging fans to log on to the website and pre-register.

 

Hosted by Pat McKay of Sirius XM and Native Jobson of Indie1031.com, the concert - produced by VicRae Inc. and ASAOM Productions - is sponsored by Afterbeat Entertainment, Triple 7 Entertainment, Sirius XM4, FeverEyes.com, Indie 103.1, Revolution Laboratory, Steady Image, LA Reggae, among others.

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November 5th 2011, during an appearance at the 7th staging of the annual Reggae Culture Salute showcase, marks the date that the musically energizing and medicinal Dubtonic Kru, for the second time in a year was rewarded for their excellence and contribution to the music industry.

 

On this occasion Dubtonic Kru received a "Congressional Proclamation" from the U.S house of representatives, by Congress Woman Yvette Clarke.

 

The other recipient of a "Congressional proclamation" was Big youth.

  

Also bestowed upon Dubtonic Kru the same evening, was CPR's "Simba Award".

 

A quote from the Congress Woman.  "I salute Dubtonic Kru for their service and dedication to our community and highlight that their positive and legendary contributions are what make our nation great and I bestow upon you the highest honor as a member of the 112th session of congress".

 

It is quite evident that Dubtonic Kru is poised to raising the bars, while they continue to enjoy the success from their hard work.

 

CPR "Coalition to Preserve Reggae" is a none profit organization based in New York with members and affiliates around the globe with a mission to preserve the music.

 

Catch up with Dubtonic Kru at their 4th annual Bands Incorporated concert, to be held in Kingston Jamaica on their studio grounds, November 26th, featuring five of Jamaica's top show bands.

 

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Jamaican Reggae Giants Inner Circle and Third World join together to celebrate each of their 35 years of classic #1 Reggae hits. Both Inner Circle and Third World are some of Jamaica's last original, authentic Reggae bands touring.

 

Third World is more than just one of the top Reggae bands of all time, it is an institution. The iconic band stands for producing and performing music that, while holding firm to the cultural and ancestral roots of it's members, still pushes forward the cutting edge of music worldwide. It is an institution whose themes are positive, progressive and internationally relevant. Formed in 1973, Third World is committed to the excellence of Reggae music by combining Jamaican Reggae and Folk music with all strains of African Rhythms, American Pop, Rhythm & Blues, Rap and Classical music. After over three decades, Third World is one of the longest running and most diverse bands Jamaica has ever produced, with classic hits like ‘96 Degrees in the Shade’ and ‘Reggae Ambassador’ earning Third World 10 Grammy nominations!

 

Inner Circle delivers a special brand of pop-oriented Jamaican beat and energy-filled live performances that have allowed the band to transcend the traditional Reggae niche and enjoy widespread crossover appeal. A testament to this is the fact that Inner Circle headlines many of the world’s largest music festivals. This Jamaican-bred, Grammy winning quintet is one of the world’s most respected Reggae groups with a long string of successes stretching back to the mid-70′s, including crossover super hits: ‘Bad Boys’ and ‘Sweat’.

 

For booking and more info:
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Will Grinnell
Origins Music International, LLC
will@originsmusic.com
Http://www.originsmusic.com
phone: 808-264-4930
fax: 866-676-9053

Greetings Friends

 

On this Thanksgiving Eve, I can't help but think of all the things I have to be thankful for: my friends and family, my health, the full life experiences that my profession has afforded me. Then I turn to thoughts of those less fortunate. We can all find things in our lives that we're not satisfied with, that we want or need more of, less of, to start or to stop. But few of us know the feelings of fear, uncertainty, helplessness and hopelessness that come with being homeless. Imagine a life without shelter: no bed to sleep in, no bathroom to freshen up in, no kitchen to eat from, no clean clothes, no possessions, nothing to count on. Then imagine yourself in this situation as a child!

 

On this Thanksgiving Eve, I want to share with you what we have been doing this season with my cause, Reggae For A Reason. Reggae For A Reason is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of homeless youth.  I ask that you consider joining us this Sunday Nov 27 at Fully Fullwood LIVE Reggae Sunday to give thanks together.

 

Below is our 2011 Holiday Program. I understand many of us are struggling this season and I know it is hard for many to give beyond their own necessities. Whether you can give or not, I want to see you this Sunday to feel the love generated by a group of like-minded, peace loving, generous, caring & gentle people. Irie. One love, Fully

 

Reggae For A Reason
2011 Holiday Program

 

Thanksgiving Dinner – STANDUP FOR KIDS – We had 4 people volunteer to provide a fully cooked traditional Thanksgiving meal each to serve 4-6 people.  Meals will be dropped off today! Thanks to KUCI DJ Yogi, Lady Dee Jeter, Masami Kimura & Christine for cooking today!

Adopt A Teen - STANDUP FOR KIDS – Thank you for considering adopting a teen for the Holidays. These kids are abused and neglected and most have no home, no warm clothing and no one to love them. They greatly appreciate the generosity of people and organizations like you and yours that help us provide a Happy Holiday for these children. Kids will provide a wish list of 3-5 gifts of reasonable cost (each under $30). We ask that you provide a minimum of 3 gifts for the child you “adopt”. If you’d prefer to make a donation (cash/check), we will purchase the gifts for you. Kids Wish Lists will be provided to you on or around Dec 1.  Thank you to our friends at the Sunday Reggae Show @ Don The Beachcomber who committed to adopting 6 youth. We still need more commitments to "adopt" (or cash donations) ASAP.

Adopt A Family – PROJECT HOPE SCHOOL – we are collecting Christmas gifts (or monetary donations toward gifts) for The Lara Family who is struggling financially and unable to provide gifts for their kids this year. We need to commit to providing a minimum of two gifts per person (family of six). Gifts (or donations) are needed by Sunday, Dec 4. One of the family members is a student of Project HOPE School. The school’s vision is to break the cycle of homelessness through exceptional education. 90% of the school’s students and their families are homeless.  Gifts, or money toward gifts, needed by Sunday DECEMBER 4. Two family members remain without gift commitments

Christmas Dinner – STANDUP FOR KIDS – We are looking for volunteers to provide a fully cooked Christmas meal that serves 4-6 people.  Suggested Menu:  Ham, Candied Yams, Macaroni And Cheese or Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Carrots or Peas, Gravy, Butter, Apple Cider, Pumpkin Pie or Cake,  Paper Plates, Paper Cups, Napkins and Plastic Ware.

 

There is still plenty of time to volunteer
Cash/Gift Card Contribution Toward Gifts
We need unlimited assistance with cash donations to purchase gifts. Drop a dollar in our donation jar at the Reggae Sunday Show @ Don The Beachcomber or contribute thru PayPal

 

GIVE THANKS,

Fully Fullwood

Southern California

 

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Black Jaguar had this to say about his new album Man From Strat: 

 

PATO BANTON TOUR      
25-Nov-2011 New Smyrna Beach, FL O M Bar & Chill Lounge 
30-Nov-2011 West Hollywood, CA The Viper Room 
06-Jan-2012 Solana Beach, CA Belly Up Tavern

  

Toussaint - Joseph Israel and the The Jerusalem Band
11/25 - San Diego, CA @ The World Beat Center w/ Lutan Fyah

 

Kimberley Ann’s voice is beautiful and her words are truth. They will equally capture your attention and hold your heart and mind in the love and light that is her message to you. Singing and Song writing are her gifts and her tools. These she uses for thanks and praise whenever she is given the opportunity.

Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario to Caribbean parents and in Christian traditions she garners influence from her Caribbean Roots. Though Kimberley Ann’s main goal is always to inspire, motivate, and encourage people through reggae music she throughout her life as been inspired by all motivating artists with a good message.

Tender and innocent at the age of 7-years-old Kimberley Ann developed a sincere passion for singing. At nine years of age Kimberley wrote her first song. Though she cannot remember the name of what she calls “A little melody” she states, “It was my first time working through a song.“
At twenty-one Kimberley Ann completed a demo tape. Upon receiving positive feedback from a major record label’s A&R team in Toronto she was given full confirmation she holds inside what it takes to make it in the industry!

Kimberley Ann, who in 2005 went by the name Caylah, made her first mark on the music industry by independently releasing her debut album entitled “Wondrous Love”. The album’s combination of pop, rhythm and blues, with a gospel influence, was well liked by anyone who heard it.
After the release of Kimberley Ann’s first album she continued developing as an artist. She has shared the same stage with opening acts like gospel artists, Fred Hammond, A multiple Grammy, Dove Stellar award winner and Mary Mary, a duo which has released three gold albums.
Her sophomore album “One Song” released in September 2011 is now moving around the world and gathering new fans and listeners globally. Kimberley Ann describes the album as “liberating and uplifting music that will touch the hearts of many.” All of the songs on the album were written by Kimberley and co-produced with the undeniably talented producer Eddie Bullen.

Since the release of her 2011 album “One Song” Kimberley has settled back into writing while trying to further her music career through radio promotions, festivals and shows into 2012. It is her sincere hope she will be able to share her abilities with other talented producers and get back into the studio by late summer of 2012.

Kimberley Ann will continue to share her message and her gift with others. Her success is your awareness and your acceptance of not just her voice but her message!

It is you Kimberley Ann continually strives to uplift, and it is you her music chooses to hold. To Kimberley Ann these gifts from the Oneness that encompasses all of us were bestowed upon her to help restore Joy, Hope, and Harmony to all that are encompassed within this Oneness….to All People.

This gift, given to her from all that we are, and now being bestowed upon you is great because it has the ability to touch all. It is timeless because it now exists despite the time and space between all people within the hearts and minds of those it touches. Kimberley welcomes you to the One song family.

 

Saturday-Saturday, December 3rd-3rd 2011

Tampa Florida

Sunday-Sunday, December 4th-4th 2011

Portland Oregon

Friday-Sunday, December 9th-11th 2011

Shashemane Oromia

Saturday-Sunday, December 10th-11th 2011

San Luis Obispo California

Saturday-Friday, December 17th-23rd 2011

Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan

Friday, December 30th 2011 - Sunday, January 1st 2012

Lucea ( in the Hills near Lucea) Hanover

Saturday-Sunday, December 17th-18th 2011

San Antonio Texas

Friday, December 30th 2011 - Sunday, January 1st 2012

Lucea ( in the Hills near Lucea) Hanover

Saturday-Saturday, December 31st-31st 2011

Reno Nevada

United States

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