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Volume 5 Issue 7
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E-GUIDE DEH PON DE ROAD
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Greetings Reggae Festival E-Guide Massive,
It's Justine, your fearless editor, back from a whirlwind few weeks of work on the reggae festival scene. With stops in Long Beach, San Diego, San Francisco and a few additional stops to check out Rootz Underground in Sacramento with Gregory Isaacs at Harlows and Rootz again with Midnite in Petaluma at the Mystic Theatre, I am feeling the California love. When it comes to the essence of reggae music and the oneness and healing that it promotes, we realize that many of you are reading this from around the world, and with this in mind we welcome you to submit your festival stories and advance press to help spread the message of reggae throughout our diaspora.
I'm pictured here in the first a shot courtesy of Belizeanvibez.com with MC Amlak Tafari who also serves as bassist for Steel Pulse.
Although there were numerous great peformances including those from Rootz Underground, Midnite, Beenie Man, Anthony B, The Aggrolites and Gregory Isaacs along with his band Live Wyya, we spotlight a few below from the newcomers to the California festival scene along with some backstage moments.
Long Beach Arena could not hold the vibes down as they reached the heights from the first notes of Soul Majestic, whose bio diesel van broke down in Fresno on the way down from their native Santa Cruz. Lead singer Eric Iverson paid tribute to his father Ron who helped them along the route in the wee hours before their 2pm hit time in Long Beach
Collie Budz gave a great performance in Long Beach with the New Kingston Band, a classic Jamaican backing group whose chops helped Collie Budz create a fine impression on the fans in Long Beach. He is seen here with Bryan Jarvis from Soul Majestic with horn player Balboa in the background.
Queen Ifrica made her debut appearance both in Long Beach and at the Tribute To The Legends sister festival at the San Diego Sports Arena. She performed with Sly and Robbie (as did Dancehall Soul Sistren Cherine Anderson) and is seen here with Ragga Muffins festival promoter/founder and radio personality Barbara Barabino on a live remote broadcast from Long Beach for radio statio KDAY, Los Angeles.
Capleton performed two shows on the four city festival tour bringing the steady stream of hits ~ creating a luminous environment with his demands for more lighters throughout the arena. The Prophet as he is known is seen here giving an interview with Siah Nix from M 995.com/KMRJ Rancho Mirage radio at the San Diego Sports Arena on Monday, February 18th.
With maximum respect and honor to the ladies, Tarrus Riley sings along with his musical director, the legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser and the Daffodils inside Long Beach Arena who welcomed his hit song "She's Royal" with cheers and chimed in on it's chorus.
The only downside to the northern portion of the festival tour was that in addition to the cancellation of Alpha Blondy due to his previously reported bout with pneumonia, Barrington Levy who appeared in San Diego, was forced to cancel his San Francisco appearance after sustaining an injury to his hand. And Gentleman, making his first Ragga Muffins festival appearance, came down with strep throat and had to cancel his San Francisco appearance after the previous night's performance at Ragga Muffins/Santa Cruz Dayz. Eek-A-Mouse closed the show in San Francisco to take the place of these fallen soldiers! We wish you all a healthy and happy remainder to your festival season!
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JOE GIBBS, ONE OF JAMAICA'S TOP RECORD PRODUCERS PASSES ON TO ZION
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One of Jamaica's top record producers in the 1970's, Joe Gibbs, is dead at 65.
Mr. Gibbs died at the University Hospital of the West Indies, in Kingston after suffering a heart attack.
He started his music career as a technician but made history in the Jamaican music industry with the production of several popular songs.
Under his belt were songs by the likes of Beres Hammond, J C Lodge and Dennis Brown.
In the seventies, Joe Gibbs was one of the biggest and best producers because he had a particular sound and that sound permeated throughout the whole music fraternity in those days and his influence is here.
He was the producer responsible for Culture’s Two Sevens Clash,
Althea & Donna’s Uptown Top Ranking, Trinity’s Three Piece Suit, and Dennis Brown’s Money In My Pocket.
Gibbs left an indelible mark on reggae music
and his hits are staples at reggae dances to this day.
For more information on the life of the great Joe Gibbs please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Gibbs_(record_producer)
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Kaati, Justine, Amy, Laura and Grace are standing by to help you with all of your marketing needs.
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HAPPY FEBRUARY 29, 2008 - LEAP YEAR - WHAT IS IT?
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Leap years are needed to keep our calendar in alignment with the earth's revolutions around the sun. A leap year is a year in which one extra day has been inserted, or
intercalated, at the end of February. A leap year consists of 366 days,
whereas other years, called common years, have 365 days.
If you look at a 2008 calendar, you will see that February has five Fridays – the month begins and ends on a Friday. Between the years 1904 and 2096, leap years that share the same day of week for each date repeat only every 28 years. The most recent year in which February comprised five Fridays was in 1980, and the next occurrence will be in 2036. February 29, the leap day, has been associated with age-old traditions, superstitions and folklore.
For example, we all know that traditionally in America, the man asks the woman for her hand in marriage and the woman accepts or rejects, right? Yes, this is changing some in recent years, but it is the standard old tradition. Well, rumor has it that on February 29th of a leap year it is perfectly acceptable and even expected that the lady can ask the gentleman for his hand in marriage instead.
The vernal equinox is the time when the sun is directly above the Earth's equator, moving from the southern to the northern hemisphere.
The mean time between two successive vernal equinoxes is called a tropical year–also known as a solar year–and is about 365.2422 days long.
Using a calendar with 365 days every year would result in a loss of 0.2422 days, or almost six hours per year. After 100 years, this calendar would be more than 24 days ahead of the season (tropical year), which is not desirable or accurate. It is desirable to align the calendar with the seasons and to make any difference as insignificant as possible.
By adding a leap year approximately every fourth year, the difference between the calendar and the seasons can be reduced significantly, and the calendar will align with the seasons much more
accurately.
(The term "day" is used to mean "solar day"–which is the mean time between two transits of the sun across the meridian of the observer.)
In ancient times, it was customary to have lunar (moon) calendars, with 12 and/or 13 months every year. To align the calendar with the seasons, the 13th month was inserted as a "leap month" every two or three years. Many countries, especially in Asia still use such calendars.
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REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE 2008 MAGAZINE WANTS YOUR REGGAELLECTION
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Reggae Memories Wanted!
Are you someone that loves to share your love of reggae or the experiences that came with it? Please write a 200 word or less description of your favorite memory and send it in for consideration to justine at reggaefestivalguide dot com.
Please include your name, city where you live, and a high resolution (300 dpi) photo of you or your memory to be considered for inclusion in the 2008 print edition of the Reggae Festival Guide magazine.
Deadline fast approaching. Send today!
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WE HAVE NOW REACHED OVER 3,000 FRIENDS! We think that My Space is a wonderful resource for reggae music! Even if you are not a member of My Space you can check out events, concert footage and more at myspace.com/reggaefestivalguide
Note: Many of our readers have expressed concern that the Reggae Festival E-Guide is only oriented towards the United States. Many of the festivals listed below each week are from countries all over the world. Also note that the My Space site has many current events posted by our friends that take place world wide.
Check it for up to the minute weekly events posted each day.
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Richie B's Top 10 Dancehall, Reggae and Album Charts
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Richie B - host of "HOT MIX" on HOT 102 FM, Kingston, Jamaica
week of 2/28/08
TOP 20 DANCEHALL SINGLES
TW LW WC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 11 Pon Di Edge-Busy Signal-Star Kutt (3wks@#1) NM
02 3 10 Doh-Serani feat Bugle-Daseca U-1
03 4 11 Don't Run In -Harry Toddler-Truck Back U-1
04 5 12 Shoot Out-Mykal Rose-John John U-1
05 2 11 Click My Finger-Erup-Truck Back(3wks@#1) D-3
06 6 8 Nuff Love/Buddy Buddy-Charly Black-M/Bass Production NM
07 7 11 Duppy Know Who Fi Frighten-Demarco-John John NM
08 8 6 Bembe-Voicemail-Big Ship NM
09 9 20 Pick It Up & Drop It-Sean Paul-Birchill Records(2wks@#1) NM
10 11 4 Journey - Bugle - Daseca U-1
11 10 25 Nah Go A Jail-Busy Signal-Jam 2(4wks@#1) D-1
12 12 23 Tell Dem Don't Follow-Buju Banton-Heart of Love(pp#3)NM
13 14 17 Empire Army- Vybz Kartel-Big Ship(pp#6) U-1
14 13 15 Dandy Shandy - Macka Diamond-Birch Hill (pp#5) D-1
15 15 20 Everybody Dance-RDX -Apt 19 (2wks@#1) NM
16 18 2 Unknown Number-Busy Signal-Juke Boxx U-2
17 20 2 Touch Di Road-Mavado-Foota Hype U-3
18 - New Bad From Long Time-Anthony B-357 Records
19 16 12 Dreaming of You-Beenie Man & Alaine-Sleepy Splu
20 17 24 Dem A Sissy-Assassin-Don Corleon
TOP 20 REGGAE SINGLES
TW LW WC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 21 Mi Nah Rub-Queen Ifrica-Downsound Records(3wks@#1) NM
02 2 21 St. Jago De La Vega-Lutan Fyah-Mac D's(2wks@#1) NM
03 5 26 Praise God- Little Hero-Inspire U-2
04 4 14 Old Rugged Cross-George Nooks-Tad's International NM
05 3 13 Sometimes-Courtney "Yogi" John-Fi Wi Music(pp#3) D-2
06 8 12 Warrior Love –Etana-Freemind U-2
07 6 18 Daddy Don't Touch Me There-Queen Ifrica- No Doubt Records (2wks@#1) D-1
08 9 9 Yesterday-Daville-Fashowzy(pp#14) U-1
09 10 7 Just Like The Rain-Courtney Melody-Smith Mansion/Reggae Vibes U-1
10 13 4 Baby Tonight-Courtney "Yogi" John-Taxi U-3
11 7 13 From August Town-Duane Stephenson-Cannon/VP Records (pp#7) D-4
12 11 19 Bonafide Girl-Shaggy feat Ric Rok and Tony Gold- Big Yard(2wks@#1) D-1
13 14 6 Lion Paw-Tarrus Riley- Cannon U-1
14 12 9 Book Of Life-I-Wayne-Loyal Soldiers/VP Records (pp#12) D-2
15 15 9 Stronger-Fantan Mojah- Maximum Sound (pp#12) NM
16 - New Mercy Please-Black Judah feat. Warrior King-Teflon Blood
17 18 2 I'm Bless-Prestige-Timeless Records U-1
18 17 18 Fling It Up Pon Mi-Da'ville- Big Yard(pp#6) D-1
19 - New Love Fire-Tony Rebel-Taxi
20 - New Love You Pure-Sophia Brown-321 Strong
TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHART
TW LW WC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 14 Intoxication-Shaggy- VP Records/Big Yard (8wks@#1) NM
02 2 15 Unselfish -Courtney (Yogie) John-Fi Wi Music NM
03 3 11 Book of Life-I-Wayne-VP Records NM
04 4 8 Love & Affection-Pressure-Don Corleon NM
05 5 19 From August Town-Duane Stephenson-VP Records (2wks@#1) NM
06 7 6 Sacrifice-Alaine-Don Corleon U-1
07 6 12 Purge Riddim Meets Zee Drop Riddim-Various Artistes- In Your Face Music/Tad's International D-1
08 10 2 Jah Is My Navigator-Luciano–VP Records U-2
09 8 22 Sean Kingston-Sean Kingston-Beluga Heights/Epic (4wks@#1) D-1
10 - New Revelation -Little Hero-Inspire/Diamond Edge
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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
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Head to Reggae Sumfest 2008 with Ebony Excursions!
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Ebony Excursions will be hosts the SumFest 2008 Getaway Travel Package.
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to see all of the top-ranking Reggae artists at once? Been waiting fi go a yard? Well here’s your chance! Now you can experience THE hottest Reggae festival of the year,
enjoy a weeklong vacation and have an irie time with thousands of you
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This year marks the 16th anniversary of the legendary Red Stripe Reggae SumFest.
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biggest sensation on the island. This year promises to be even better!
All travel packages are from $1600 and include:
- 6 Nights Hotel at Sunset Beach Resort
- Roundtrip Airfare from LAX
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Alternate departure cities can be arranged
Space is limited… Don’t miss out!
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DREAD AT THE CONTROLS, MIKEY DREAD HEALTH UPDATE
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Official Dread At The Controls Release:
A couple months back we at DATC, Inc. informed the world of the health condition centering around the diagnosis of brain tumor of Jamaican Reggae Legend; The Dread at the Controls, Michael "Mikey Dread" Campbell. Since that release in October, we have received an outpouring of concerns andwell wishes from Mikey Dread Fans/Friends/and Supporters the World Over.
Mikey fans continues to be important to him and he is resolved to keep you all updated on his current health condition.
Mikey continues in the recovering stages and is responding well to the chemotherapy treatments, all the prayers from family/friends/supporters and fans globally are certainly helping. He continues to be progressive in his treatments and have a wonderful team of doctors.
Even with the magnitude of an illness of this sort, Mikey remains in a positive mood. He remains active in the day to day workings of his record label, DATC, Inc. (Dread at the Controls, Inc.). Mikey being the Lion he is, he's eager to return to the stage to share his heartfelt appreciation to his fans.
Mikey Dread says " Everyday that I rise I give Thanks and Praises in my humble way to JAH. I Thank JAH for Life, Thank Jah for Love, Thank Jah for everything and is very Thankful to Jah for all the support and love received".
Since it is very important that Mikey rest and heal, he is not utilitzing the phone at this time. Given that he has received countless emails at the Mikey@mikeydread.com <mailto:Mikey@mikeydread.com> email box, it will take some time to answer them all. If you wish to send him a special message; you can do so by going to: www.myspace.com/DATC <http://www.myspace.com/DATC> and post a comment.
Mikey adds " I want to remind my friends - Life is A Stage - a stage that we all share each and everyday with people everywhere, people come and go, brand new babies born, Life keeps going on and on. Keep the positive upliftments!"
My respect and love still stand to you always.
Respect,
Mikey
The Dread at the Contols, Inc. - Give thanks for all the emails/calls received your thoughts,concerns, your and prayers for Mikey continues to help the healing process.
To the Media: Please continue to contact Mushiya - Mikey's Publicist at (469) 767-9730 email: mojamaica@msn.com <mailto:mojamaica@msn.com>
Please note: We have received numerous calls with "unlisted" or "private" numbers. If you are calling please remember to leave a message. Every call is important to us we want to be sure to answer everyone back.
Mikey Dread's fans can contact him through email:
mikey@mikeydread.com
wwwmyspace.com/datc
www.myspacecom/mikeydread
www.myspace.com/lifeisastagecd
www.mikeydread.com <http://www.mikeydread.com>
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FROM CHEF MAYRA'S KITCHEN
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Greetings from Carib Chef Mayra!
Please enjoy my recipe for Maple Barbecued Chicken Drumsticks.
It's always the perfect time to fire up the grill!
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup maple syrup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons sunflower or canola oil
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
12 ORGANIC chicken drumsticks (about 3 pounds)
Preparation:
Bring first 7 ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often, 6 minutes. Remove 1/4 cup chili sauce mixture, and brush evenly on chicken drumsticks. Reserve remaining chili sauce mixture for basting.
Prepare a hot fire by piling charcoal on one side of grill, leaving other side empty. (For gas grills, light only one side, heating to 400° to 500°.) Arrange chicken drumsticks on food grate on unlit side.
Grill drumsticks, covered with grill lid, 1 hour or until chicken is done, turning drumsticks once and basting with remaining chili sauce mixture every 15 minutes.
Note: Chili sauce mixture may be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 3 days. Maple Barbecued Organic Chicken Breasts: Substitute 4 bone-in Orgnic chicken breasts (about 3 pounds) for drumsticks. Proceed as directed.
Marjoram Shallot Butter
Category: Spread
Ingredients:
1 cup and 1 tablespoon (2 sticks and 1 tablespoon) un salted butter, room temperature, divided
1/4 cup finely diced shallots
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons dry vermouth (or dry white wine)
2 tablespoons fresh sweet marjoram, finely chopped
(or 2 teaspoons dried) (see note)
1/8 teaspoon finely ground white pepper
Preparation:
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and season with a pinch of salt. Sauté until soft, but do not brown. Add the vermouth, and simmer until the pan is almost dry. Set aside to cool completely.
Place the butter in a medium mixing bowl and, with an electric mixer (fitted with the paddle) or wooden spoon, beat until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides.
Add the marjoram and pepper, and beat to incorporate, scraping down the sides. Add the cooled shallot mixture and beat to combine. Taste for salt and pepper.
Scrape into a small bowl, serving crock or butter molds and cover tightly; or shape into a long roll in grease-proof paper (plastic, wax or parchment) for storing and slicing as needed.
Serving Notes:
Serve this herb-flecked butter on everything from mashed potatoes to dinner rolls. It’s also wonderful for rubbing under the skin of turkey and chicken.
Note: Shop for fresh marjoram in the herb section of the produce department; dried will be with the spice jars.
Enjoy!
702.372.4709
PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT MY WEB SITE
http://www.mychefmayra.com/
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CONGRATULATIONS TO VISIONARY ON HIS 3 NOMINATIONS FOR THE 21st ANNUAL CANADIAN REGGAE MUSIC AWARDS
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We are pleased to announce that the presentation of the Canadian Reggae Music Awards will commence in March of 2008. The awards presentation will be held on Sunday, March 30, 2008., and will be preceded by a showcase of the nominees and guests on Saturday, March 15, 2008.
Both events will be held in the main ballroom of the beautiful Jamaican Canadian Centre located at 995 Arrow Road in Toronto, Ontario.
Visionary has received 3 nominations in the following categories:
TOP REGGAE SINGER (MALE)
TOP REGGAE CD/ALBUM - BRACE YOURSELF
TOP REGGAE SINGLE - LOOK TO THE HILLS
The Canadian Reggae Music Awards has been presenting and promoting Reggae artists and their music for over 20 years. The awards ceremony has featured sold out performances from the start; the event serves as a social gathering for reggae music lovers and performers from Jamaica, Canada, USA, Europe and The Caribbean Islands.
Support Reggae Music and Visionary at the 21st Annual Canadian Reggae Music Awards. Check out his performance on the main stage on awards night Sunday, March 30th, 2008.
Blessing goes out to Visionary on his nominations!
Tanya Mullings has taken the industry by storm with her latest album
MUSIC IS MY LIFE
She has received the "RESPECT DUE" award from Luther Brown of Caribbean
Crucible, And 3 Nominations for the upcoming Canadian Reggae Music Awards:
Top Reggae Singer (Female)
Top Producer (Karl & Tanya Mullings)
Top Reggae Album/CD (Music Is My Life)
Now she has been nominated for the most prestigious award in Canada..........
Reggae Recording of the Year at the 2008 Juno Awards to be held inCalgary on April 6th. Tanya will also be performing at JunoFest on Saturday April 5th at The
Whiskey's in Calgary.
For more on Tanya and her musical journey hit her up at www.myspace.com/tanyamullings.
Please take the time to vote for Tanya at http://www.canadianreggaemusicawards.com/
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RENEGADE PRODUCTIONS REGGAE CONCERT CALENDAR FOR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND SOUTHERN OREGON
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Upcoming Reggae Shows at Harlow's Nightclub in Sacramento, CA at 2708 J Street. 21 and over club.
Tue, March 4
MIDNITE - 100% St. Croix Roots Reggae
Fri, March 14
Pato Banton and the Mystic Roots
Tue, March 18
Sister Carol also Malika
Sat, April 5
Luciano, Mikey General & Jah Messenger Band
www.renegadeshows.com
530-583-2801
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
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Please note RBA Publishing Inc. is not able to accept responsibility for any losses or damages to any person acting on information contained on these pages, or warrant that information contained within articles, etc. are bona fide. Please check any details carefully before parting with any money.
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YOGOMAN BURNING BAND : : Self-Titled EP
Yogoman Burning Band’s debut album is a triumphant return to form for
upbeat dance music. Led by Jordan Rain (Yogoman), the Burning Band’s six members recall the melodies and dynamics of classic soul, R&B, and reggae eras while combining the attitude and beat of current dancehall and New Orleans hits. This unlikely combination of influences is filtered through the one-of-a-kind Belligham, WA community spirit, and topped off with Jordan’s unique vocalizations for the not-to-be-missed, Yogoman Burning Band sound.
www.poolorpond.net
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APRIL 2008 – DON CARLOS TOUR
Wed. 2 – Los Angeles, CA – The Dub Club
Thurs. 3 – San Juan Capistrano, CA – The Coach house
Fri. 4 – San Luis Obispo, CA – The Downtown Brewery
Sat. 5 – Santa Barbara, CA – Soho
Sun. 6 – Malibu, CA – Malibu Inn
Wed. 9 – San Francisco, CA – tba
Thurs. 10 – Berkeley, CA – Ashkenaz
Fri. 11 – Santa Cruz, CA – Moe's Alley
Sat. 12 – Phoenix, AZ – The Phoenix Muni
Sun. 13 – Petaluma, CA – The Mystic Theatre
Tues. 15 – Caspar, CA – The Caspar Inn
Wed. 16 – Arcata, CA – Mazzotti's
Thurs. 17 – Eugene, OR – tba
Fri. 18 – Portland, OR - Berbati’s Pan
Sat. 19 – Seattle, WA – The Ibex Café
Sun. 20 – Bellingham, WA
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KEEP THE SPEAR BURNING
Burning Spear aka Winston Rodney born March 1, 1945
Jackie Mittoo aka Donat Roy Mittoo born March 3, 1948
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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL REPORT ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN JAMAICA
Greetings,
I would like to invite human rights-interested Reggae Festival Guide people to look into the Jamaica page that's been updated at Amnesty International USA.
Check it at www.amnestyusa.org/Jamaica/More_information_on_Jamaica
It's a 4000-word overview of the human rights issues facing Jamaica.
Please note, too, that there will be a new major report on public security in Jamaica issued by AIUSA in March 2008. It will be accompanied by an online video concerning gun violence and human rights in Jamaica based on the new report and interviews conducted in October 2007 in several of the marginalized communities of Kingston. The human rights imperatives remain urgent for this beautiful and beleaguered nation. The per-capita rate of murder has been among the highest in the world for several years, to name but one factor.
As a volunteer country specialist for AIUSA, I had the privilege of conducting interviews in that October 2007 trip, which took the AI-Caribbean team to Angola, Jonestown, Majesty Gardens, Trench Town, Waterhouse, Mountain View and other localities that have been riven by gang violence, extrajudicial police killings, political tribalism and other problems associated with poverty and violence. We talked to community organizers, ordinary folks and a few reggae artist-activists about their experiences and observations of gun violence.
Though it will be relatively short, the video will be made available online to see along with the AIUSA report on Jamaica and the attendant campaign.
In the meantime, check AIUSA's stuff on Jamaica and the wider
Caribbean;there's some pretty pressing stuff going on in Haiti right about now.
In the JA overview, I wanted not only to highlight AIUSA but the non-governmental organizations based in Jamaica that are doing the heavy lifting to improve human rights there, such as the Independent Jamaica Council for Human Rights (IJCHR) and Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ). Bigup, too, to Peace Management Initiative (PMI) for the outreach and development they're doing in Kingston. Everywhere I went in Kingston, people were biggin' up PMI.
Stand up,
Michael Kuelker
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For Even More Festival Visit Our Website!
www. Reggae Festival Guide.com
Check back often as more festivals are added daily!
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Click on the Festival name...
to go to the website
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Unite The People - International Reggaefest
Saturday, March 1, 2008
St. James, Jamaica
Hotline: 876-875-9759
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15th Annual Caribbean Festival
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Miami, Florida, U.S.
Hotline: 305-740-7344
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3rd Annual Soul Rebellion Concert Series
Tuesday, March 4 - Friday, March 28, 2008
Negril, Jamaica
Hotline: 888-777-4642
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3rd Annual Twelve Tribes Reggae Festival
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
Hotline: 520-620-1810
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Reggae Legend Birthday Bash
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.
Hotline: 269.271.5219
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Symphony Under The Stars
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Kingston, Jamaica
Hotline: 876-412-7872
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Reggae In The Valley
Saturday, March 22, 2008
St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
Hotline: 876-302-6590
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Symphony Under The Stars
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Kingston, Jamaica
Hotline: 876-412-7872
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Puerto Galera Reggae Festival
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Puerto Galera, Mindoro Island
Philippines
Hotline: 63-906-4334192
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1st Annual Reggae on the Rez
Saturday, April 5, 2008
San Carlos, Arizona, U.S.
Hotline: 602-466-2464
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Reggae Spring Fest
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
480 - 274-1824 or 480 - 242 - 8620
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