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Friday, May 8, 2009

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Volume 6 Issue 19

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On Tour
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In Jah's Name We Pray
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REGGAE MEETS AFRICA IN L.A. MAY 13TH!

In what is perhaps a first in the Los Angeles area, four acts will come together to celebrate Reggae and African fusion music styles on two stages on Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Upstairs in the Echo there will be two acts, Thrill Jockey recording artists Extra Golden who are embarking on a West Coast tour. The group blends traditional Kenyan Benga music with rock and assorted African guitar stylings. Downstairs in the Echoplex the opening act will be Youssoupha Sidibe, a kora player and member of the mystical Baay Faal Muslim brotherhood who trained at the National Music Conservatory of Senegal. Since his arrival on the international music circuit, Youssoupha has recorded with artists such as India Arie, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Midnite, Charles Neville, Michael Franti and Spearhead, and Matisyahu. Headlining on the downstairs Echoplex stage during what is the weekly "Dub Club" night will be international reggae legends The Meditations, a premier harmony trio vocal group who are still going strong, touring with all of three of original members: Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke, and Winston Watson. The audience will be able to walk between the two rooms throughout the night, and the Dub Club DJs from the Echodelic Soundsystem will be spinning their usual mix of new and old reggae and dub making for a very memorable evening of music and culture. Tickets are $15 or $10 before 10pm. Advance tickets are available at www.ticketweb.com for $10. The entrance to the event is at The Echoplex, 1154 Glendale in Echo Park. http://www.myspace.com/dubclubla http://www.myspace.com/foolsgoldla http://www.myspace.com/youssouphasidibe http://www.myspace.com/extragolden http://www.myspace.com/anselmeditations
JOHN BROWN'S BODY RE-AMPLIFY

On Saturday, May 16th, progressive reggae band John Brown's Body performs at Southpaw. JBB's last studio album Amplify, debuted at number one on Billboard's Reggae Chart, and made iTunes "Best of 2008" list. On March 17th, JBB returned with Re-Amplify, a new release featuring six remixes of songs from Amplify, along with a new, previously unreleased track. http://www.myspace.com/johnbrownsbody John Brown's Body has gone through significant changes since the release of 2005's Pressure Points. Lead singer Elliot Martin underwent throat surgery, several band members departed and most significantly, the band suffered the loss of bassist Scott Palmer. Palmer lost his battle with cancer in 2006. Emerging from these changes, the band's current line-up is a focused, more experimental outfit than ever before, challenging the usual notions of contemporary reggae. John Brown's Body is on tour now, in support of Amplify, and their brand new release, Re-Amplify. "Some of the most invigorating, progressive reggae released in some time." - JamBase "...the band's energy is soaked up and spread out in all the right places, never allowing Amplify to slow down and catch its breath. A heck of an achievement..." - Glide Saturday, May 16 @ Southpaw Doors: 8 PM / Show: 9 PM Ages 18+ $15 Special guests: Passafire, DJ Dave Hahn 125 5th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11217 http://www.spsounds.com 718-230-0236 CHECK THEM OUT ON: http://www.johnbrownsbody.com http://www.myspace.com/johnbrownsbody
SIERRA NEVADA WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL UPDATES

The Sierra Nevada World Music Festial June 19, 20 & 21 – in Boonville, CA just keeps getting better. Click here for latest updates http://www.snwmf.com/newsletter.html
VOTE FOR CANADA'S REGGAE ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

The committee for the 3rd Annual Reggae Music Achievement Awards recently announced this years award categories and their nominees. "The committee made these selections based on the industries musical activity in 2008, going into 2009," said Awards CEO, Mr. Delroy Sterling. "The fans are really looking forward to this years ceremony and performances!" Nominees have begun campaiging for fan votes, which have resulted in over 1,000 votes being cast in one week. Held at the Crowne Plaza - Airport on June 14th, 2009, Canada's brightest stars will shine! Tickets are available at www.ticketgateway.com Cast your votes at: reggaemusicachievement@yahoo.ca The Reggae Music Achievement Awards 2009 Nominees are... Male or Female Artist of the Year Steele Michael Thompson Tanya Mullings Blessed Tony Anthony Humble C-Blazer Best Male Vocalist Steele Tony Anthony Michael Thompson Humble Dylan Murray Music Soul Jah Jason Wilson Best Female Vocalist Tonya P Tanya Mullings Divine Brown Kay Morris Jay Davis Sista Ellis Best Reggae Single Let’s Get it On - Steele Let’s Stay Together - Steele Hold Me Jah Lift Me Up - Blessed Mark & The Beast – Tony Anthony Best Reggae Album Everything – Humble Truth Will Reveal Pot Of Gold Renegade Rockers – Aram Scaram & Sasalee Peaceful Chauffeur – Jason Wilson Praises Best Male DJ Trinity Chris Exco Levi Culture Brown King Ujah Eyesus Jahranimo Best Female DJ Tasha T Donna Makeda Lady Luscious Chatta Empress Divine Promising New Artist Anla Fire Chess Jampress C Blazer Clayton C Elements Dub Poet of the Year Lillian Allen Sankofa Michael St. George Peculiar I J. Nichole Event Promoter of the Year Vibes Promotions Massey Sound Tuff 2 Entertainment Nitro Promotions Soul 2 Soul Promotions Flames Promotions Best Gospel Artist & CD Kay Morris Kirk Davis George Banton Pepse Jassette Haughton Marvia Providence Gerry Thompson Campbell Sisters Estaban Lindsay Best Producer Award Cancer Music Reflex Studio KornerStone Studio Sam Studio Five Rivers Studio Dubmatic studio International Reggae Artist of the Year Tarrus Riley Etana Luciano Queen Ifrica Terry Linen Buju Banton Movado Fiona Beres Hammond Best Reggae Band Mountain Edge Band Explosion band Truth N right Band Hardcore Band Black Exkimo Band Ibadan Band Concert Promoter of the Year Brown Eyes Entertainment Kaya Promotion One Love Promotion Action Promotion Nitro Promotion G-Money Promotion Jamaica Day Promotion Military Promotions Best Radio DJ of the Year Tony Barnes – 88.1 CKLN FM Natty B/Bigga – 105.5 CHRY FM King David – 105.5 CHRY FM Sir B – 105.5 CHRY FM Patrick Roots – 89.5 CIUT FM Carrie Mullings – 105.5 CHRY FM Super V DJ Spex - 93.5 FLOW FM Luther Brown – 105.5 CHRY FM Island Exploxsion – 105.5 CHRY FM Dermott Williams Ron Nelson – RMR Radio Delroy G – 105.5 CHRY FM Richard Banton – 105.5 CHRY FM
JUNE 14TH IS ISLANDS IN THE PARK OAKLAND,CA

June is Caribbean-American Heritage Month! As a part of the national celebration the Caribbean-American Association of Northern California in association with Caribbean TV1 (CBTV1) and Jumbi Productions will host a concert Oakland, CA. Sunday June 14, 2009 at 12:00noon – 7pm, at the Woodminster Amphitheatre, Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland, CA “Islands in the Park”: Celebrating the Rich Cultural Heritage of the Caribbean through Music. Artists including THIRD WORLD, the reggae ambassador from Jamaica; COLLIE BUDDZ from Grenada, Might Sparrow from Trinidad & Tobago; SHEILA HILTON from Jamaica and New York; and The NEW KINGSTON BAND. The 3rd Annual Caribbean-American Heritage Legacy Award (CALA) will also be presented at the concert: Celebrating & Honoring the Contributions of Caribbean-Americans. For media, contact Shorron Levy @ 510-832-5400, or email Islandsinthepark@gmail.com Tickets are available online www.brownpapertickets.com , www.jumbiproductions.com, www.cbtv1.com and various Caribbean outlets throughout the Bay Area
CHEF MAYRA’S PEACH, AVOCADO AND ARUGULA SALAD

YUMMY! Serves 4 Peppery arugula leaves are softened by the bright, slightly sweet and aromatic combination of lemon balm and basil. Bread: 4 slices Wheat French bread, cut on the diagonal 2 tablespoons Organic olive oil 1 clove Organic garlic cut in half Organic Salad: 2 cups fresh arugula leaves ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves ¼ cup red onion slices Fresh basil leaves, finely shredded 1 ripe avocado, sliced 2 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced 4 whole fresh lemon balm sprigs, optional Organic Dressing: 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon balm Salt and freshly ground pepper Preheat broiler. Arrange bread on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, turn and broil for another 2 minutes, or until bread is golden brown. Remove from oven and rub both sides with garlic; set aside. To make salad, toss arugula, lemon balm, onion and basil in a bowl; set aside. To make dressing, combine oil, vinegar, lemon juice and lemon balm in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and shake well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add half the dressing to arugula and herbs; toss lightly. To serve, place one bread slice on a plate. Spoon ¼ of the salad over bread. Arrange avocado and peach slices over salad. Drizzle remaining dressing over fruit. Garnish each with a sprig of lemon balm, if desired, and serve immediately. 'Til next week……. Stay Green, Lean And Sexy…With an “Animal Free” lifestyle Call Me! 702 372 4709 " Healthy Food has Flavor" chef@mychefmayra.com
MAY 16TH IN TH U.K. BOB MARLEY TRIBUTE DANCE


VOTE FOR MISS HIGH TIMES PRINCESS SHAUNA!

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ROCKERS AVAILABLE ON BLU-RAY JUNE '09

MVD Visual and Blue Sun Film Company are pleased to announce the home viewing release of the ROCKERS for worldwide distribution on Blu-ray. Theatrically released in June of 1980, this classic reggae film has been transferred to HD from original 35mm negative and lovingly cleaned & restored. “Reggae’s raw, righteous cinematic masterpiece…” - Peter Relic, ROLLING STONE “Rockers is a Jamaican movie with the sparkle of The Harder They Come…in many respects the better of the two…funny off-beat players and a sinuous Reggae score.” - Janet Maslin, NEW YORK TIMES "... one of the most enjoyable musical movies of all time, with a point to make and the sound to drive it home..." - Jo-Ann Greene, GOLDMINE ROCKERS is a Reggae triumph. It’s the all-star musical performances, appearances, and soundtrack that sets ROCKERS apart, featuring acting roles and music by Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer, Third World, Peter Tosh, Jacob Miller, Gregory Isaacs, Kiddus I, Junior Murvin, Inner Circle, the Heptones, & Abyssinians. Watch The Original Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kjG_Ee_dmU Bonus Features - Subtitled in French, Spanish, Japanese and Jamaican Patois - Rasta Patois glossary Please visit us on the web at http://www.mvdb2b.com
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REGGAE RISING EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Reggae Rising Music Festival... 2009 Musical Line-Up The 3rd Annual Regge Rising Music Festival is THE summer festival to "Get Psyched For" and will feature three full days of great reggae/world music and we're excited to announce the first round of confirmed artists: * *Lutan Fyah Rootz Underground * Messenjah Selah * Norrisman * Dezarie - Many more TBA... Click here to see artist lineup Early Bird tickets are ON SALE NOW. In these tough economic times we are offering a very limited number of Early Bird tickets specially priced at $99 per ticket (limit 8 per order). Get yours now while they last!!!...Be a part of the party! Dimmick Ranch / Reggae Rising Tele: 707.247.3400**
DUB CAMP RIEBEN THIS JUNE!

Es ist soweit!! DUBCAMP Rieben öffnet seine Pforten vom 05.06.09 bis zum 07.06.09 Wir freuen uns euch, am 05.06.2009 in Rieben bei Beelitz, mit satter Bassline auf dem DUBCAMP begrüßen zu dürfen. Es ehrt uns besonders, in Kooperation mit der Berliner Dubcrew, ein Familien-Dub Festival zu veranstalten. The time has finally come, Dubcamp Rieben (near Berlin) will open its gates from the 5th until the 7th of June!! We are pleased to welcome you with heavy Basslines on the 5th of June at the DUBCAMP in Rieben near Beelitz. It is a special honour for us to have worked together to realize this family festival in cooperation with the Berlin Dub crew. CHECK OUT: http://www.myspace.com/dubcamprieben
4TH OF JULY IS ROCKIN' IN ROTHBURY, MICHIGAN!

THE FOUR DAY CAMPING FESTIVAL ON 4th of JULY WEEKEND PROMISES EXPANDED VIP EXPERIENCES, UNPRECEDENTED SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES, AND MUCH MORE TICKETS ARE ON SALE AT HTTP://WWW.ROTHBURYFESTIVAL.COM The Dead (their ONLY summer appearance!), Bob Dylan, The String Cheese Incident, Willie Nelson & Family, and The Black Crowes will top the bill of over 60 diverse and stellar artists at the second annual ROTHBURY Festival at the Double JJ Ranch in Michigan on July 2-3-4-5, 2009. Also on the bill are Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley & Nas, STS9 (2 shows: full band/Live PA Set), G. Love & Special Sauce, Gov't Mule, Broken Social Scene, Cold War Kids, Matisyahu, Guster, Les Claypool, Chromeo, Girl Talk, The Hold Steady, Ani DiFranco and many others. A complete list of confirmed artists follows. More artists will be announced in the coming months. ROTHBURY 2009 continues to honor America’s extraordinary festival lineage. Interlacing ushers of the new American music scene such as STS9, Chromeo, and MSTRKRFT, globally recognized acts including Femi Kuti & The Positive Force, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley & Nas, and King Sunny Adé & His African Beats and local Michigan artists The Macpodz, Steppin' In It, The Ragbirds, Four Finger Five, and The Hard Lessons, ROTHBURY delivers music of integrity across all genres. Coupled with a commitment to exploring the integration of art and modern thought and technology throughout the event, ROTHBURY creates a unique 21st century American gathering unlike any other. ROTHBURY 2009 also unveils its broadened GOOD LIFE VIP offerings. Expanded this year to fit all budgets and tastes, ROTHBURY’s VIP experiences are unmatched by any other U.S. festival. Utilizing the festival’s unique site, fans can choose from a variety of sleeping/living options including beach front and forested environments and a selection of habitats such as safari tents, teepees, pre-fab camping packages and more. Each GOOD LIFE neighborhood offers a distinctly different living experience for a variety of budgets. Visit www.rothburyfestival.com for full GOOD LIFE details. Building on its mission to create a state-of-the-art large scale sustainable event and to organize and nurture community involvement that makes a difference, ROTHBURY 2009 promises even more cutting-edge festival implementation of ever-changing green technologies. The 2009 ROTHBURY Think Tank, an event within the event, explores the topic of the emerging “New Green Economy.” The Think Tank will host various buzz sessions and roundtables between leading scientists, scholars, writers, progressive political and corporate leaders, youth leaders, ROTHBURY artists, and ROTHBURY attendees. Think Tank Programming details coming soon. ROTHBURY itself is committed to producing a near zero-waste concert. The first to tackle a green program of this magnitude at an around-the-clock (camping) concert in the USA, ROTHBURY has an on-staff Greening Chief, and has implemented multiple initiatives toward this effort, including replacing disposables with 100% compostables, recycling and composting, choosing clean energy, carbon-offsetting, and Green Ticket options. Visit www.rothburyfestival.com for more information. ROTHBURY’s current list of confirmed artists is as follows: The Dead Bob Dylan and His Band The String Cheese Incident Willie Nelson & Family The Black Crowes Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley & Nas STS9 G. Love & Special Sauce Gov't Mule Broken Social Scene Yonder Mountain String Band The Disco Biscuits Les Claypool Cold War Kids John Butler Chromeo Ani DiFranco Matisyahu Guster Girl Talk Femi Kuti & The Positive Force MSTRKRFT Martin Sexton Flogging Molly Railroad Earth The Hold Steady Toots & The Maytals Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys Brett Dennen Zappa Plays Zappa Grace Potter and the Nocturnals Shpongle DJ Set Son Volt Jackie Greene Soulive Man Man Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band w/ Tony Rice EOTO King Sunny Adé & His African Beats Lotus Kid Cudi STS9 Live PA The Glitch Mob Davy Knowles and Back Door Slam Pretty Lights Moseley, Law, Sipe & Droll Rebelution Quannum All Stars ft. Lyrics Born, The Mighty Underdogs, Gift of Gab & Lifesavas Toubab Krewe Sam Roberts Band Hill Country Revue Kyle Hollingsworth Band Lipp Service 2020 Soundsystem Break Science ft. Adam Deitch The Hard Lessons The Low Anthem Underground Orchestra Future Rock The Macpodz Steppin' In It Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad Chris Pierce Rachel Goodrich The Ragbirds Four Finger Five Tickets went on sale in March at www.rothburyfestival.com and at 1-888-512-SHOW (Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm CST). ROTHBURY is produced by Madison House Presents and AEG Live.
REGGAE ON THE ROCKS 2009

REGGAE ON THE ROCKS ® AUGUST 29TH!!!! WHAT: Reggae On The Rocks returns to Red Rocks Amphitheatre on August 29. Bill Bass booked his first Reggae on the Rocks in 1988.. Bills love of reggae music and his commitment to the reggae community has made these years an amazing and enjoyable journey. Bill has brought the best new and all the legendary reggae acts to Reggae on the Rocks each year. This years line-up is as follows in no particular order: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, Fishbone, The English Beat, Israel Vibration, Lee “Scratch” Perry, and Steel Pulse. WHEN: Saturday August 29, 2009 Doors 12:00 Noon, Show 1:00 p.m. WHERE: Red Rocks Amphitheatre TICKETS: Tickets went on sale in April through CTS Ticketing and are sold exclusively online at www.livenation.com, the Fillmore Auditorium Box Office, select Blockbuster locations or charge by phone at 877 - 598 - 6659. The Fillmore box office is open Monday - Friday from 12:00 Noon - 6:00pm & Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm. On days of Fillmore shows, the box office is open from 12:00 Noon - 9:00pm. The box office accepts cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express & Discover. - No checks! Tickets are $45.25 plus a parking fee, .25 Charity fee, and an applicable ticketing service charge.Tickets are also available at the Red Rocks Box Office day of show.

ANDRU BRANCH : : My Jamaican Weed

JUNO-nominated reggae troubadour Andru Branch has recorded with Jamaica’s best. From “Family Man” Barrett and Seeco Patterson of the Wailers to Studio One pioneers Bobby Ellis and Brian Atkinson, Andru Branch’s new release features reggae greats Chris Meredith on bass and Squidly Cole on drums. Recorded at Kingston Muzik Studio in Jamaica, “The Only Constant” is an illustrious collection of diverse and original works. Poignant lyrics, powerful melodies, sensuous harmonies and dynamic horn lines combine with roots reggae rhythms to create a work of artful mastery.
Andru Branch & Halfway Tree features dynamic duo Nick Fisher on saxophone and Martha Kelly on trombone, British-born, Antiguan drummer Jerome Thomas, roots rocker Johnny Parker on lead guitar, Marley Parker on rhythm guitar, legendary Studio One Soul Vendor Brian “Bassie” Atkinson on bass, and singer/keyboard player Andru Branch.
There are few groups that continue to deliver such an authentic, bass-heavy, richly textured roots reggae sound. Their music is gloriously hypnotic and their message is positively uplifting. CHECK OUT: http://www.halfwaytree.ca/

RAS TAKURA : : Food War

RAS TAKURA PREPARES JAMAICANS AND THE WORLD FOR THE FOOD WAR
“I’n’I is a part of the revolution
Yes, I am the change…., so I am fighting a FOOD WAR”
Food War RasTakura Royal African Soldiers

Food security is an issue which is faced by countries globally. FOOD WAR is a Poem by RasTakura-of- Royal African Soldiers, Jamaican Dub Poetry group, which addresses the issue of food security, and the dangers of genetically modified foods. The Poem aims to inform and educate its listeners/readers of the fact that we are engage in an actual battle for consistent food supply and organic food in particular.
Food security will remain a serious issue in Jamaica unless we have a consistent Governmental intervention. The Government needs to subsidise agriculture and agricultural products in order for this country on a whole to move forward.
As Emperor Hail Selassie I states, ‘that a country and a people that becomes self-sufficient through the development of agriculture, can look forward to the future with confidence’.
Takura who is also a farmer and student of the College of Agriculture Science & Education, (CASE) suggest that one solution for Jamaica is that the Ministry of Agriculture should undertake the operation of more state owned farms and employ youths in Agriculture. This would provide a means of employment for many youths who are willing to engage in farming as a source of income but lack the resources to do so.
In addition to this, Jamaicans must adopt a philosophy of self sufficiency and be able to feed ourselves and our neighbours, only this will secure our health and well being.
In light of the recent statement by the Minister of Agriculture that we should grow Cassava, as a staple that can be substitute for the present imported Rice and Flour staple, and the fact that the food can be grown almost everywhere in Jamaica with little or no technical skill; Takura urges the Minister to set up model Cassava farms and Processing Plants across the country and employ the people of the community to work and show them that it works(Cassava),thus engaging everyone in the FOOD WAR.
The FOOD WAR is opposed to genetically modified foods (G.M foods) and point us to the dangers of this development. What are G.M foods? This is when the gene from separate species is used to produce a single organism, such as the using of animal genes in a plant for example ,the genes of a fish in tomato and you produce a Fish-tomato plant, so the people who like to have Fish and Tomato can have it all in one., or the crossing of Peani Walli with Tobacco, so when it is night the Tobacco plant glow’s and give a bright light.
Foods that are genetically manipulated alter your normal body function. Some experts argue that it makes parts or your brain shrink in size, but we all know that once those seeds are introduce into a particular area the whole area will soon become infested with those seed types by pollination via wind, man and birds etc. Studies have shown that more than 64% of the Soya Beans grown in Canada and U.S.A are genetically modified
FOOD WAR is here to reinforce the fact that the people of this country should maximise their support of our farmers, because the best food you can have is that which you produced.
The single is now getting a lot of attention from Jamaica’s leading radio stations. It has been produced by Daniel Brown and the track created by Loxley Dixon who have made tracks for artist like Sizzla Kalonji, Queen Ifreka & Toney Rebel among others.
Contact: 1876 5731851 rastakura@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/rastakuraofroyalafricansoldiers

QUIQUE NEIRA : : Jah Rock

QUIQUE NEIRA “ Icon of Reggae “ Chile /Lat. Am CD “JAH ROCK “ 2008

The Chilean "National Rastaman" Quique Neira (musician, singer, composer and producer), combines an ideal mixture of pure Roots Rock Reggae fused with roots of Latín American musical colours and conscious Lyrics.
CD JAH ROCK - "Rock" in the meaning of "to the roots" is the most intimate creation of Quique Neira within his solo career (nr.3).
Produced in his personal studio "Madera y Aqua" mixed and mastered by Jim Fox in Washington DC United States, with participation of Junior Marvin (guitar in “Mr. Powa man”) it is Latin American. Reggae from it s finest

Quique Neira is one of the most famous, charismatic and talented artist in the Chilean and Latin American Reggae music scene, recognized international by performing at Europe most famous Festival Montreux in 2008.

“ We all together can make a change !!!“ Quique Neira

Check Out: http://www.quiqueneira.com/

Purchase CD at http://www.zonadecompras.com/producto.asp?Id=116021

GPGDS U.S. TOUR AND CORNERSTONE ROOTS NZ TOUR

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad will be performing at Rothbury, Reggae On The Rocks, and Wakarusa this summer. In May, the sextet will play five east coast shows with the Easy Star All-Stars.

GPGDS had their touring van converted to run on waste vegetable oil this past January.

They played almost 200 shows last year and recently signed with The Agency Group. www.myspace.com/giantpandadub

GPGDS played 180 shows in 2008, including performances at Wakarusa, and Mountain Jam. 2007 highlights include a three-week stint in Jamaica, numerous national tours, and a concert at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC). Thanks to their aggressive touring schedule and dynamic sound, Giant Panda has developed an extensive following.

Formed in 2004, this Rochester, New York-based group has made a name for themselves through hard work on the road. GPGDS plays an eclectic blend of roots reggae, dub, and afrobeat; their impeccable musicianship and explosive live show have received widespread acclaim.

Giant Panda will be releasing a new album in 2009. Their 2006 debut Slow Down, is receiving regular airplay on Sirius and XM Radio.

"This is some of the most intense roots reggae we've ever heard..." - Knoxville's Metro Pulse

"...heavy, air-tight dub and roots reggae pressure..." - Washington Post

"...a viable contributor to the modern reggae movement." - Metro Santa Cruz

Band Members
Matthew O'Brian - Guitar & Lead Vocals
James Searl - Bass & Lead Vocals
Christopher O'Brian - Drums
Dylan Savage - Guitar & Vocals
Rachel Orke - Fender Rhodes, Clavinet, Melodica
Aaron Lipp - Hammond B-3 Organ

Tour Dates
May 14 @ Higher Ground: S Burlington, VT
May 15 @ Middle East: Cambridge, MA
May 16 @ The Asylum: Portland, ME
May 20 @ World Cafe Live: Philadelphia, PA
May 21 @ BB King Blues Club: New York, NY

Jun 06 @ Wakarusa Music Festival: Ozark, AR
Jun 20 @ Gemini Fest: Martinsville, VA

JuL 02 @ Rothbury Festival: Rothbury, MI
JuL 16 @ GrassRoots Festival: Trumansburg, NY
JuL 31 @ Main Street Music Series: Cortland, NY

Aug 29 @ Reggae On The Rocks: Morrison, CO

For more information please contact Curtis Bergesen at 240-602-5057 or curtisb@giantpandadub.com

In more tour news...
CORNERSTONE ROOTS TOUR TIX ON SALE NOW

A new edgy Cornerstone take roots music to new heights. After a successful summer tour including prime slots at BDO, Parihaka Peace Festival and headlining NYE in Rotorua in front of a crowd of 20,000+, the band continue their success and shape their unique live sound with a string of dates in the upcoming months.
“ We have a diverse dedicated and passionate audience and we pay homage to them by performing our biggest tunes with special extended upbeat versions”, says Brian.
The band has been playing a new brand of punchy upbeat music but still has the seasoned cornerstone vibe we’re all accustomed to.
Special guests will join the band.
Online tickets Now on sale
http://www.Undertheradar.co.nz

Cornerstone Tour Dates:

May 8 Cabana, Napier
Tickets available @ The Music Machine, 164 Hastings Street, Napier.

May 16 Collosseum, Palmerston Nth
Tickets will be available @ Mango Music

May 22 Bodega, Wellington +guests
Tickets will be available @ Real Groovy

May 23 Phatclub Nelson
Plus Soulsystem (ChCh)
Tickets available @ Everyman Records 249 Hardy St

May 24 Le Café, Picton
LIMITED Tickets available @ Le Café

June 5 The Blacksmith, Whitianga
Tickets available @ The Blacksmith

June 6 The Burrowing Bullie, Waihi
Tickets from The Burrowing Bullie

July 4 American Express Queenstown Festival

July 16 Als Bar, Christchurch with Soulsystem
Tickets @ Real Groovy & Venue

July 17 Sammys, Dunedin + Left or Right
Tickets from Real Groovy & Sammys

July 18 Saints & Sinners, Invercargill + Left or Right
Tickets @ UNCLES, 25 Tay Street

Cheers CSR

http://www.myspace.com/thecornerstoneroots
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH5-SUkslTE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Aki8Ng7VPo

Online Tickets : http://www.undertheradar.co.nz/utr/ticket
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Cornerstone Roots
PO Box 117
Raglan, New Zealand

Tel 64 (0)211 687 833

ON THIS DAY IN REGGAE

May 8
----:	Drummer Nicky Cymbal is born.
1933:	Vocalist Johnny Doller (John Washington Dollar, Jr.) is born in Kilgore, Texas, USA. (some say b. July 1)

TO WALK IN BEAUTY
"Oh, Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the wind,
Whose breath gives life to all the world.
Hear me; I need your strength and wisdom.
Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset.
Make my hands respect the things you have made and my ears sharp to hear your voice
Make me wise so that I may understand the things you have taught my people.
Help me to remain calm and strong in the face of all that comes towards me.
Let me learn the lessons you have hidden in every leaf and rock.
Help me seek pure thoughts and act with the intention of helping others.
Help me find compassion without empathy overwhelming me.
I seek strength, not to be greater than my brother, but to fight
my greatest enemy ...Myself.
Make me always ready to come to you with clean hands and straight eyes.
So when life fades, as the fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame.

RICHIE B'S HOT MIX 102FM STRAIGHT FROM YARD!
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM
MAY 8, 2009

TOP 20 DANCE HALL SINGLES

TW   LW    WOC   TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01      3      9   Mama-Vybz Kartel- Not Nice/Adidjaheim Records (1wk@#1)U-2
02      1   20   Dip Again- Elephant Man feat. Ding Dong – Big Ship(1wk@#1) D-1
03      5      8   I Am Blessed-Mr. Vegas-Liv-Up U-2
04      2   14   Head Caan Hot So- Prodigal Son-Main Street Records (2wks@#1) D-2
05    4   15   This Means Money – Konshens – Head Concussion (pp#3) D-1
06      8      7   Mind Pon Mi Money – Vybz Kartel –Liv-Up Records U-2
07      7   20   Time To Shine-Laden-Big Ship (3wks@#1) NM
08   12      7   Hustler For Life (La La La) –Andrew & Wada Blood-Notice U-2
09      6   18   I’m So Blessed - Mavado – Big Ship (2wks@#1) D-3
10      9      8   Man A Galis-Ding Dong-Notice (pp#9) D-1
11   10   10   Nuh Daggera -Spice-Equinoxx (pp#8) U-1
12   14      5   Hallelujah – Elephant Man –Very Huge Records U-2
13   15      6   Watch Your Friends-Javinchi-Not Nice/Adidjaheim Records U-2
14   13      9   Bad 2 Da Bone-Brick & Lace-Birchill Records (pp#13) D-1
15   16      4   Ugly – Kiprich & Black-er –Fresh Ear U-1
16   11   15   Last Man Standing-Vybz Kartel – Not Nice/Adidjaheim Records (2wks@#1) D-5
17    20      2    Unfinished House – Flippa Mafia- Liv-Up Records U-3
18   17   14   Get Wild-Vybz Kartel- Not Nice/Adidjaheim Records (pp#6) D-1
19   -   New   High Unda-Mavado- Liv-Up Records
20   -   New   Good Girl, Gone Bad-Tarrus Riley feat Konshens-Head Concussion

TOP 20 REGGAE SINGLES

TW   LW    WOC   TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01      1   12   A Thousand Miles Away-Ras Penco-Uprize Music (3wks@#1) NM
02      2   10   Good Life-Chuckle Berry-Taxi NM
03      3     10   Call On Me- Jah Cure feat Phyllisia -SOBE/Dangerzone NM
04      4   20   Missing You Right Now-Daville-Fashowzy (2wks@#1) NM
05      7      9   Head Above The Water – Capleton – Downsound Records U-2
06      5   20   You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling-Noddy Virtue/Jodi-Ann Pantry-Reflection (pp#4) D-1
07      8   15   Jah Jah Blessing –Etana feat Alborosie–Forward Records U-1
08      9   13   Save The Juvenile-Ruffian-Get Up Yute Records U-1
09      6   21   Can’t Sleep-Romaine Virgo-Penthouse Records (2wks@#1) D-3
10   11    13   Cassava – Andrew Mistiq aka P. Zed –Inspire U-1
11    12      8   Under My Skin- Anthony Red Roze –Taxi U-1
12   13      5   So In Love –Hezron – Tads Int’l Records U-1
13   10   15    Start Anew-Tarrus Riley-Juke Boxx (pp#6) D-3
14    16      4    Pray Fi Dem – Harry Toddler-Downsound U-2
15   15      7   Too Late – Junior Kelly & Queen Ifrica – AL.TA.FA.AN NM
16   17      3   Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing-Anthony Cruz-Footsteps U-1
17   19      2   Human Nature-Tarrus Riley-Rhythm of Life U-2
18   18   27   My Jamaican Girl-Prince Pankhi-Otis Riddim Records (pp#4) NM
19   -   New   Baby Mama Drama -Kiprich-House-A-Star
20   -   New   Far Away-Queen Ifrica – Flames Productions

TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHART

TW   LW   WOC   TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01      1   7    Mr. Brooks – A Better Tomorrow – Mavado - VP Records (3wks@#1) NM
02      2   15   Waiting – Cecile – Danger Zone (2wks@#1) NM
03      3   13   Pull Up Selector-Jimmy Riley-Taxi NM
04      5     5   The Very Best of Elephant Man-Elephant Man – VP Records U-1
05      6   5   Universal Cure – Jah Cure – SOBE/Danger Zone U-1
06      4   17   Stronger – Fantan Mojah–Greensleeves (2wks@#1) D-2
07      8    5   Brand New Me – Gregory Isaacs –Tads Int’l Records U-1
08   10    2   Rasta Got Soul- Buju Banton-Gargamel U-2
09    7   17    Reggae Jammin Vol. 1-Various Artistes- Tads Int’l Records (3wks@#1) D-2
10    -   New   Ghetto Youth-ology – Sizzla – Firehouse

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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
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