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Volume 5 Issue 11
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GET READY TO ROCKSTEADY MOVIE
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Principal photography has started for the feature film “Get Ready to Rocksteady - the Roots of Reggae”, a movie about the legends of Rocksteady music.
Rocksteady is acknowledged as the “father” of Reggae and many of the singers and musicians who helped to create the soulful and melodic Rocksteady treasures of the 1960s will reunite in Jamaica over the next month as they tell their story to the filmmakers. They will also record an album of their old hits, and perform at a special reunion concert scheduled for April 19.
The hit list of artistes who will be involved in this moving is extensive and includes Lynn Taitt (acknowledged as the original producer of the 1960s Rocksteady sound), Dawn Penn, Hopeton Lewis, Ken Boothe, Judy Mowatt, Derrick Morgan, Leroy Sibbles, Stranjah Cole, Marcia Griffiths, The Tamlins, Lloyd Parkes, U-Roy and Bongo Herman.
The film, record and concert are a co-production of HesseGreutert Film of Switzerland and Muse Entertainment Enterprises of Canada. The movie’s executive producer is Michael Prupas.
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SAN ANTONIO LANDS ROOTS MUSIC AWARDS
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The city of San Antonio, Texas has been selected to host the annual Roots Music Awards. The annual event will be held in conjunction with the Roots Music Association’s upcoming Radio Seminar, Music Conference and Festival that will be held June 26-29, 2008.
The event is expected to bring hundreds of radio stations, networks, and independent artists to the Hill Country of Texas.
The event, which has been branded as Music United ’08, will be presenting three days of music on five stages with artists encompassing almost every genre of music. In addition, the conference portion of the event will host educational panels geared towards music industry professionals and artists.
Awards will be presented to radio stations, artists and industry professionals in recognition of their accomplishments and contributions to the music industry over the past year. The event will be open to the public and in addition to three days of dynamic entertainment there will also be exhibits by educational and technological entities that will present information and services essential to the development and support of the independent artists.
For more information on registering to attend the event, contact the Roots Music Association: 512-667-6466.
Information on sponsorship opportunities and artist showcase submission procedures are also available.
rma@rootsmusicassociation.org
www.rootsmusicfestival.com
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THE GREEN APPLE FESTIVAL WILL EXPAND TO EIGHT CITIES THIS APRIL
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(Toots of Toots & The Maytals pictured)
Produced by Peter Shapiro and Relix parent company Zenbu Media, the third annual GREEN APPLE FESTIVAL will place new emphasis on its free outdoor events, as well as greening over 125 venues throughout the country.
On Sunday April 20, an eclectic line-up of artists will perform in landmark parks in eight cities. The events will combine environmental addresses by prominent speakers and educational displays with music and entertainment, on the theme of environmental awareness.
The line-up ranges from blues legends to Latin powerhouse pop stars, jamband favorites, conscientious hip-hop artists, R&B icons, and reggae performers including:
Toots and the Maytals
Ziggy Marley solo acoustic
Gov’t Mule (they have a new reggae album!)
Chicago Afrobeat Orchestra
(http://www.relix.com)
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COLLIE BUDZ IN HUMBOLDT, CA ON APRIL 25
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For more information contact People Productions at 707-923-4599 or visit www.peopleproductions.net
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27th IRAWMA AT APOLLO THEATER ON MAY 4
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(photo of Tarrus Riley)
The prestigious 27th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), produced by Martin’s International & Associates, LLC is dedicated to health awareness and returns to Harlem at the world famous Apollo Theater, located at 253 West 125th Street, NYC, on Sunday, May 4, 2008. A VIP reception begins at 6:00 pm and general admission is at 7:00 pm.
Leading with IRAWMA’s most nominations for 2007 is Tarrus Riley, with a mega seven (7) nods, including Best Male Vocalist and Best Song, for the female anthem “She’s Royal.” Gangster DJ Mavado has five nods from IRAWMA for Best Male DJ, Best Album, Best Recording Artist(s), Songwriter of the Year, and Community Service.
Beenie Man, Buju Banton, Steven Marley, Shaggy, and Sean Kingston all received four nominations, while Kymani Marley, Junior Reid and Soca star Machel Montano each received three nominations. Reid, competing against himself, is nominated twice in the same category -- Best Crossover -- for his hits with Alicia Keys and rapper MIMS.
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“CAN’T STOP THE FIRE” EVENT IN DELAWARE
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Greetings to All!!!!!!!
The Reggae Source cordially invites you to “Can’t Stop The Fire” an event you can’t afford to miss.
On Saturday April 12th, 2008 it will be a battle for the stage when Chezidek tears the stage down with his smashing hits like “inna Di Road” “Herbalist” “leave the trees alone,” etc. Then comes “perfect” who will blaze the place a fire with hits such as “Handcart Boy” “Lovebird” “nuh badda mi.” Many many more Artistes will be present, so make it a date to celebrate!!!!!
Doors open at Caribbean Lagoon located at 212 W 9th St. Wilmington, DE at 9:30pm. For tickets and further info contact The Reggae Source at 302-897-1162, www.thereggaesource.com
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LUTAN FYAH SETS EUROPE ABLAZE
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The fire burning DJ has set Europe ablaze with his addictive and positivity fiery tracks.
With stops in Germany, Italy and France, Lutan now blazes through Spain, Portugal and Scandinavia, getting a great response on his six-week Europe tour. On Friday March 21, Lutan Fyah performed to a packed crowd of over 1,000 patrons in Laval, France and later performed on Monday the 24th in Barcelona, Spain with Jah Mason to over 1,500 reggae fans.
Lutan now moves on to Bilboa, Spain and has dates in Madrid, Spain, Porto, Portugal and Lisbon, Portugal. After the show in Lisbon, Lutan will then move on to Scandinavia where he has two dates in Sweden and one each in Denmark, Finland and Norway.
Lutan Fyah has been very pleased with the response he has been getting from his fans in Europe; this response has caused tour organisers to extend the tour until April 5th.
Upon returning to Jamaica in April, Lutan Fyah will begin preparations for his tour of Africa and will release his long anticipated album 'Old Capitol'.
(reggaesource.com)
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REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE 2008 MAGAZINE NOW ACCEPTING AD ORDERS
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ALL ABOARD! Reserve your ad space in the Reggae Festival Guide 2008 magazine today! It is our 14th annual edition. Ad sizes for all budgets.
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CARIBBEAN TV SHOW IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA STARTS MARCH 22
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Seeking musicians in Canada, US, Japan, UK, Germany, and Brazil
I'm forming a reggae band and would like to audition musicians from across the globe to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, horns and sing back-up vocals.
Contact Roscoe
diasporaWORLDBAND
michaelroscoe@comcast.net
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FROM CHEF MAYRA - YOU ARE WHAT YOU DON’T EAT
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Ten ways to label you and your food
OK, vegetarians don’t eat animals, including fish. But that’s only the beginning. There’s a whole other world out there of selective eaters who abstain from this or that because of health, politics, or neuroses. To guide you through the nomenclature of culinary identity, we’ve defined some terms, coined others, and generally split the world into 10 kinds of eaters. And that doesn’t even include the omnivores with a conscience (whom perhaps we’ll call Pollanarians, after Michael Pollan, the patron saint of humane eating).
1. Vegan. A vegan won’t put anything that comes from an animal into his or her mouth, including dairy products and eggs. Though originally associated with hippie culture, veganism garnered much-needed hipster cred with the rise of the straight edge scene (punks who don’t drink or do drugs) in the early 1980s..
2. Macrobiotic. An ancient Eastern way of eating, macrobiotics today is specifically tailored to each individual, though the basics remain the same: locally grown organic food with meat-free preparation and lots of whole grains as the base. Unlike in vegetarianism, seafood’s permitted, though tomatoes, honey, and eggplant are not. The diet was once thought to cure certain forms of cancer, though there are stories of it exacerbating health problems.
3. Localvore or Locavore. People who make it a practice to consume exclusively local produce and products claim that the ingredients in an average American meal have to travel 1,500 miles to get to one’s mouth. In to-may-to, to-mah-to fashion, some call themselves localvores while others have adopted locavore. The resurgence of farmers’ markets, the inherent environmental benefits, and the fact that it supports local economies have strengthened the philosophy’s appeal. This is all well and good for people living in California, but how’s the local produce in Alaska?
to continue reading this article, click here
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NORTHWEST WORLD REGGAE FESTIVAL 2008 ANNOUNCES LINE-UP
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Northwest World Reggae Festival 2008 is pleased to announce the first additions to this year's lineup. Mark your calendars for August 8, 9, & 10. This annual event will be returning for the second time to Bob Russell’s Ranch in the cascade foothills just outside of Eugene, Oregon.
From Jamaica:
We welcome The Mighty Diamonds, Sister Carol, and Itawe.
Also from Portland, The Don Dignitaries with Zelly Rock and RK-1 will be performing.
Constant works are underway for the making of the best show so far! Stay posted for many more announcements to follow soon!
Early Bird Special on line now (limited time only!)
$80.00 for three days including camping
www.nwworldreggae.com
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RENEGADE PRODUCTIONS REGGAE CONCERT CALENDAR FOR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND SOUTHERN OREGON
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Upcoming Reggae/Ska Shows:
Saturday, April 5
Luciano, Mikey General & Jah Messenger Band
Harlows, Sacramento, CA
Fri, April 18
THE ENGLISH BEAT - ska!
Ashland Armory, Ashland, OR
Sat, April 19
The English Beat - ska!
Miners Foundry, Nevada City, CA
www.renegadeshows.com
530-583-2801
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JUNIOR MARVIN : : WAILIN FOR LOVE
CLICK 'LISTEN' BUTTON BELOW TO HEAR: 'LIFE WITHOUT YOU'
REGGAE’S MOST PROLIFIC GUITARIST WAILS LOUD ON NEW RELEASE
Junior Marvin-Hanson, former lead-guitarist for Bob Marley, has a new album, "Wailin’ For Love," set for release in July, 2007. Junior was a key participant in Time Magazine’s “Album of the Century;” 1977’s seminal Bob Marley and the Wailers release, EXODUS.
Since 1981, Marvin-Hanson has fronted the legendary Wailers Band, contributed to projects with indie-rock luminaries, OAR, performed on Saturday Night Live with Lenny Kravitz and served a celebrated stint as host of XM Radio’s “The Joint.”
"Wailin’ For Love" contains 18 tracks of shimmering reggae and funk-pop-rock gold.
Acclaimed reggae historian Roger Steffens proclaims “Junior Marvin-Hanson supplied the drive and irresistible energy to Bob Marley’s stadium- conquering live performances. His long awaited solo album reveals the power and personality that Bob Marley so admired.”
After stints playing with Ike & Tina Turner and Steve Winwood, Junior joined Bob Marley in 1977. Upon becoming a member of The Wailers, Junior was paid a visit by Eric Clapton, who proceeded to give him his own Explorer guitar (the very one he used while a member of Cream). It was with this special guitar that Junior created the most identifiable and celebrated pieces of musicianship in the history of reggae music.
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NATAN REGGAE : : EN BICICLETA Y SIN RIFLE
CLICK 'LISTEN' BUTTON BELOW TO HEAR: 'RUNNING IN MY BLOOD'
NATAN REGGAE is the synergy of five members of this planet in a quest to enlighten silence.
Their music has a strong Roots influence, although it flirts with other jamaican styles (such as dub, lover´s rock or ska) mixed up with its members own musical background going from rock and funk to jazz and latin. Their shows, more than a hundred so far, are an eclectic and versatile trip, powerful and energetic in some parts and smooth and easy in others. They released their second album "En bicicleta y sin rifle" in 2008.
www.myspace.com/natanreggae
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MARK BRADFORD : : MARK BRADFORD, “the little man with the big voice”
CLICK 'LISTEN' BUTTON BELOW TO HEAR: 'YOU'RE MINE'
MARK BRADFORD, “the little man with the big voice” as he is so often referred to, has been singing since he was a child. Hailing from Clarendon, Jamaica, this singer/songwriter has graced many stages and his musical prowess is a force to be reckoned with.
While attending high school, Mark earned multiple gold medal awards participating in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) competitions. He also toured Europe with the his school choir.
After leaving high school, Mark became a student at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, where he majored in the Popular Music Studies program. It was at this institution that he joined forces with his fellow schoolmates and became lead vocalist for the band C Sharp. C Sharp, with Mark on lead vocals, achieved great success. They toured Europe, China, Colombia, and have also toured with the renowned I Threes.
C Sharp also produced and released an album dubbed “What a Day”, with Mark’s vocal, songwriting and arranging skills clearly at the helm of the production.
Adding also to his portfolio is vocal work he has done for the likes of Turbulence, Da’ville, Abijah, Alaine, Robert and Jenieve Bailey, and Tessanne Chin to name a few.
Now at twenty two, Mark is back in college completing his program in Popular Music Studies, while producing his debut solo album, which is scheduled for release in the summer of 2008.
Mark Bradford is clearly on his way to greatness.
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HALF PINT - NO STRESS EXPRESS TOUR DATES
 Wed. April 16 - The Dub Club (@ The Echo) - Los Angeles, CA
Thur. April 17 - The Coach House - San Juan Capistrano, CA
Fri. Aprl 18 - The Malibu Inn - Malibu, CA
Sat. April 19 - World Beat Center - San Diego, CA
Sun. April 20 - Fox Theater - Salinas, CA (Afternoon Show)
Sun. April 20 - Moe’s Alley - Santa Cruz, CA
Mon. April 21 - TBA
Tue. April 22 - TBA - Eureka, CA
Wed. April 23 - Mt. Tabor Legacy - Portland, OR
Thurs. April 24 - Nectar Lounge - Seattle, WA
Fri. April 25 - The Top Hat - Missoula, MT
Sat. April 26 - Zebra Lounge - Bozeman MT
Sun. April 27 - The Star Bar - Park City, UT
Mon. April 28 - Monks House Of Jazz - Salt Lake City, UT
Tue. April 29 - Off
Wed April 30 - The Summit - Durango, CO
Thurs. May 1 - TBA - Denver, CO
Fri. May 2 - TBA - Milwaukee, WI
Sat. May 3: TBA - Chicago, IL
Sun. May 4 - Blue Nile - Minneapolis, MN
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TIBET: THE PRESSURE IS RISING - SUPPORT THE DALAI LAMA- SIGN THE PETITION TODAY!
The global outcry over Tibet is rising fast - In just 5 days, 751,472 of us from 192 countries have come together to call on China for restraint and to dialogue with the Dalai Lama. Even more amazing, we have told over 5 million of our friends about this important campaign - that's 1 million people per day!
A personal email from a friend is a powerful thing – it is helping to drive the global tide of concern. Let's push now to tell 5 million more friends, get over 1 million signatures this week, and deliver the largest global online petition in history to the Chinese government. Just forward the email below to a few more friends and family with a personal note from you…
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Dear Friends,
After decades of repression, the Tibetan people are crying out to the world for change. The spotlight of the upcoming Olympic Games is now on China, and Tibetan Nobel peace prize winner the Dalai Lama is calling to end all riots and violence through restraint and dialogue--he urgently needs the support of the world's people.
China's hardliners are lashing out publicly at the Dalai Lama--but we're told that President Hu Jintao may believe dialogue is the best hope for stability in Tibet. China's leadership is right now considering a crucial choice between repression and dialogue that could determine Tibet's--and China's--future.
We can affect this historic choice – for President Hu, China's global reputation matters. He needs to hear from us that the 'Made in China' brand and the upcoming Olympics in Beijing will succeed only if he chooses dialogue over the hardliners' repression. An avalanche of global people power is moving to get his attention. We're closing on our goal of 1 million signatures and the largest global online petition in history - click below to join the global outcry, and then forward this email to friends and family right away:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/tibet_end_the_violence/51.php?cl=66000385
China's economy is dependent on "Made in China" exports that we all buy, and the government is keen to make the Olympics in Beijing this summer a celebration of a new and respected China. China is also a sprawling, diverse country with much brutality in its past, so it has good reasons to be concerned about stability -- some of Tibet's rioters killed innocent people. But President Hu must recognize that the greatest danger to Chinese stability and development today comes from hardliners who advocate escalating repression, not from those Tibetans seeking dialogue and reform.
We will deliver our petition directly to Chinese officials in New York, London and Beijing, but it we must reach our goal of 1 million signatures first. Please forward this email to your address book with a note explaining to your friends why this is important, or use our tell-a-friend tool to email your address book--it will come up after you sign.
The Tibetan people have suffered quietly for decades. It is finally their moment to speak--we must help them be heard.
With hope and respect,
Ricken, Pascal, Graziela, Iain, Paul, Galit, Milena, Ben and our whole team
ABOUT AVAAZ
Avaaz.org is an independent, not-for-profit global campaigning organization that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people inform global decision-making. (Avaaz means "voice" in many languages.) Avaaz receives no money from governments or corporations, and is staffed by a global team based in London, Rio de Janeiro, New York, Paris, Washington DC, and Geneva.
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FEATURED FESTIVAL!
Friday - Sunday, June 20 - 22, 2008
Sierra Nevada World Music Festival
Boonville, California, U.S.
Hotline: 916-777-5550
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1st Annual Reggae on the Rez
Saturday, April 5, 2008
1st Annual Reggae on the Rez
San Carlos, Arizona, U.S.
Hotline: 602-466-2464
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Unite The People (International Reggaefest)
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Unite The People (International Reggaefest)
St. James, Jamaica
www.kingsofkingsinc.com
Hotline: 876-875-9759
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zeelim spring festival
Thursday-Sunday, April 10-12, 2008
zeelim spring festival
kibbuts zeelim sothern Isreal
www.zeelim.co.il
Hotline: 972528664399
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Reggae Spring Fest
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Reggae Spring Fest
Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
www.reggaespringfest.com
Hotline: 480-274-1824 or 480-242-8620
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ReggaeFest Lake Worth Chamber of Commerce
Saturday - Sunday, April 12 - 13, 2008
Lake Worth, Florida, U.S.
Hotline: +1(561) 582-4401
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420 Jam Fest
Thursday - Sunday, April 17 - 20, 2008
Gore, Virginia, U.S.
Hotline: 240-350-8759
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Reggae Music Fest
Saturday - Sunday, April 19 - 20, 2008
Reggae Music Fest
Austin, Texas, U.S.
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2008 African Music Festival
Friday - Saturday, April 25 - 26, 2008
Miami, Florida, U.S.
Hotline: 305-416-5977
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New Living Expo
Friday - Sunday, April 25 - 26, 2008
Novato, California, U.S.
Hotline: 415-382-8300
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Trenchtown festival 2008
Tuesday - Saturday, May 1 - 3, 2008
Subotica, Vojvodina, Yugoslavia
Hotline: +381638103176
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