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FESTIVAL TIME 2020: A MESSAGE FROM WARREN SMITH AND THE EPIPHANY ARTISTS FAMILY
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Dear SNWMF Friends and Family:
Warm Greetings to everybody. We are acutely aware that in a “normal” year, for 25 years, right about now we would be busily and excitedly packing up things for Marysville, Angel’s Camp, and then Boonville. And we know that for ourselves and thousands of others it is a big hole in our Summer and our lives, musical and otherwise, not to be heading there now. Mainly, we miss you! And of course we miss the music. Especially in these challenging, troubled, not to say insane, times, the Festival always served for so many as an oasis of good vibes, great sounds and dancing, tasty food, and of course a big wonderful annual reunion for so many of us.
A “conscious party” and a magical weekend, as so many have called it.
Most of you know that the festival has been on hold due to Warren’s health, and now with the coronavirus. We won’t go into details about the ongoing challenges he, Gretchen, and others have faced and continue to deal with.
We have tried over the past two years to find a way to present the Festival in some form but just could not make that work - and wouldn’t have been able to in any event in this year of the pandemic. It’s probably safe to say that every one of the festival staff, volunteers, vendors, and everybody involved dearly wish we were gathering this week in Boonville. It is actually a hardship for some not to be able to work at making the event such an enjoyable success. We regret this intensely. But Warren wants everyone to know this:
"It is very difficult not to present the festival, especially during these times. I mourn the inability to gather as a community. Arriving at SNWMF each year has always felt like coming home. Gretchen and I miss all of you. We worry knowing that so many are suffering without work or social outlets.
While our world may seem chaotic and confusing, the rising global voice against injustice is exciting. It’s more important than ever that we continue to spread the music and the message, and embrace our similarities and differences as humans on this earth. I take solace in knowing that each of us have nurtured and can continue to nurture a world family peacefully united in celebration of the universal spirit of music - the foundation upon which the festival is built - even while physical distancing.
SNWMF has stayed the course for a long time now. Our community is strong. I know we all will keep working to make the world more equitable, loving and peaceful. In the words of Bob and Peter: “Get up, stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up, stand up, Don’t give up the fight.”
As always, forward ever, backwards never. Love and respect, Warren.”
If there is any chance, we will see you again with live music playing when the time is right. At this point we still cannot know what the Festival future will bring. But we have always been grateful to everybody involved in helping to make the musical and other magic that has been the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival. We wish you all good health, great music - and peace.
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Andrew Bees & Nazizi - I Love King Selassie
[Official Lyric Video 2020] - Watch Here
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Andrew Bees New Release "I love King Selasee." Ft. Nazizi - Kenya's Roots Daughter
Andrew Bees New Release "I love King Selasee." Ft. Nazizi - Kenya's Roots Daughter.
Andrew Bees, current lead singer for Black Uhuru since 1996 along with Nazizi, a Kenyan hip hop/reggae/dancehall artist; have released their single "I love King Selasee."
Andrew Bees is a "SoulJah of Love" living a "Real Life" in these unpredictable times fighting for "Justice" and "Clean Energy"unconditionally!
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Studio One To Release The Blue Coxsone Box Set July 10
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Studio One To Release The Blue Coxsone Box Set July 10
Limited Edition Set Features Six Rare Singles, Including the Long-Lost Blue Coxsone Single by The Sound Dimension & Trevor Clarke
Joe Higgs' cover of "Neighbour Neighbour" Available at DSPs
On the heels of Reggae Day, Studio One will release The Blue Coxsone Box Set, a limited edition box set of six rare 45s, including the long-lost Blue Coxsone single “Walk Don’t Run” by The Sound Dimension with “Giving Up on Love” by Trevor Clarke, on July 10.
Known by collectors as “Blue Coxsone” singles, the set was remastered from the original tapes and reproduced on the original Blue Coxsone label. Featuring rarities from Lord Creator, Zoot Simms, Joe Higgs, Winston Jarrett, The Sound Dimension, The Melodians, and other Studio One icons, the set was produced by Clement Dodd, Studio One’s founder and “Father of Jamaican Music, and supervised by world-renowned reggae expert Chris Wilson, who contributes liner notes.
A legendary Jamaican label that pioneered the reggae, ska, and dancehall crazes, Studio One sparked the careers of Bob Marley, Alton Ellis, Jackie Mittoo, and dozens of other reggae luminaries. With thousands of essential reggae classics released over its unrivaled six-decade-long history, the label also had many iconic imprints, with one of the most sought-after being singles issued on the Coxsone imprint (named after Studio One founder and “father of reggae music” Coxsone Dodd) with instantly recognizable blue labels.
Since 2016, Studio One has partnered with Yep Roc Records to reissue albums from iconic artists like The Wailers and The Skatalites, as well as new compilations from Don Drummond, Dub Specialist, and Freddie McKay. Other releases include a reissue of the rare Money Maker compilation and two broadcasts of the Studio One Radio Show.
The Blue Coxsone Box Set Tracklisting:
“Neighbour Neighbour” - Joe Higgs
“I Should Have Made It Up” - The Melodians
“Rocking Time” - Roy & Enid
“High Blood Pressure” - Ralph Blake
“Walk Don't Run” - The Sound Dimension
“Giving Up on Love” - Trevor Clarke
“Reggae a Go Go” - Winston Harris
“Unfaithful Baby - Lord Creator
“Tit for Tat” - Zoot Simms
“We Can Talk It Over” - Zoot Simms
“Wreck Up a Pagan Heart” - Winston Jarrett
“Losing You” -
For more information on other Studio One releases, please contact Lellie Capwell at Lellie@yeprocmusicgroup.com
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New album from Dominican Republic Reggae Artist, Songwriter, Recording Artist, Promoter, and Record Producer Max "Dread" Minaya |
 The new album "UNTITLED" is mixed with English and Spanish lyrics of reasoning
for these times of tribulation.
Excellent sounds and educational lyrics for all people. Righteousness and Overstanding are the keys for people to get along with each other during these hard and ignorant times
Songs include:
"Untitled"
"For How Long"
(feat. Colorado superstar Ras Moses),
"Amigos"
"Mi Amor"
"What Is Hair"
"Si Pudieras Ser Inocente"
(feat. Dominican Republic Reggaeton legend Villano Sam)
"Tomen Conciencias" feat. the artist Like Flow
Click red button to listen to title track "UNTITLED"
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TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS RELEASE NEW SINGLE,
"GOT TO BE TOUGH," OUT NOW - FIRST STUDIO ALBUM IN A DECADE TO BE RELEASED VIA TROJAN JAMAICA/BMG ON AUGUST 28 – PRE-SAVE/ORDER
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Legendary Jamaican artist Frederick “Toots” Hibbert releases the lead single "Got To Be Tough" off his upcoming album of the same title. The highly-anticipated 10-song collection will stand as Toots' first studio album of new material in more than a decade. "Got To Be Tough" is an energizing provocation that renews the near six-decade career of the man who launched a new sound and genre with his 1968 release, “Do The Reggay.” The single comes with the welcome announcement of a full-length Toots and The Maytals studio album, set for global release via Trojan Jamaica / BMG on August 28 https://toots.lnk.to/GotToBeTough
“Got To Be Tough” is a reminder that through Toots’ creative veins run all the roots and shoots of the Black Diaspora. Blues, soul, r’n’b, funk, jazz, reggae, African griots – Toots honors, embodies and owns them. Throwing down an authoritative guide: how to survive and thrive amongst our earthly challenges.
During this time of global social and political unrest, Toots’ important voice is needed now more than ever. Harking back to the start of Ska, during the civil rights movement era in America and Jamaican independence in the 1960s, he has sung iconic truths such as “Monkey Man” and “54-46 Was My Number,” a wry but not bitter response to his unjust incarceration for ganja.
He hipped our heads in the 1970s with the dynamic pan-Africanism of “Funky Kingston” and the early warning message of “Pressure Drop”; re-defining soul with the Toots In Memphis LP in the 80s.
Toots has constantly evolved while staying uniquely the same.
Since his wrongful 1966 imprisonment – which spawned one of his biggest global hits “54-46 Was My Number” -- Toots has gained insight into the corrupt systems that try to dominate our bravest endeavors, and it is in his new resistance music that his anger at, and sensitivity to injustice in 2020 is more clear than ever. Returning with a message, with no apology – a warning, as he repeats for emphasis on his latest single.
Listen to “Got To Be Tough” single HERE
The multiple GRAMMY® Award nominated and winning musician, vocalist, songwriter, producer and icon has made the wait worthwhile, crafting a stubborn groove, designed to inspire tenacity, while splendidly balancing joy and anger, pain and healing. Produced by Toots himself, who also plays many of the instruments on this album, alongside Zak Starkey on guitar, drums from one half of Sly and Robbie, Sly Dunbar, percussion from Cyril Neville, and a mighty horn section arranged by Toots himself.
Tough though the message is, your body has to respond to these songs, and your mind will follow. An impeccable performer himself, Toots knows that the dance itself is a primal exorcism; a greater guarantee than any that, helped by heeding this warning, we will live to "Do The Reggay" into the 21st century and beyond.
Got To Be Tough the album will be available worldwide from August 28.
Got To Be Tough track list:
1. Drop Off Head
2. Just Brutal
3. Got To Be Tough
4. Freedom Train
5. Warning Warning
6. Good Thing That You Call
7. Stand Accuse
8. Three Little Birds (ft. Ziggy Marley)
9. Having a Party
10. Struggle
Source: Riddimstream - info@riddimstream.com
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Record Label Spotlight: Issachar Musik
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Issachar Muzik was established in 1992 as a Jamaican Reggae record label founded by Jah "Lloyd" Issachar Shaw from kingston 11 Jamaica now based in Los Angeles, CA.
Issachar Productions was founded by Lloyd “Jah Lloyd” Shaw in Kingston 11, Jamaica. As a member of the Rastafarian movement, the 12 Tribes of Israel, Jah Lloyd determined he wanted to release some music that reflected the orthodox values and livity of the movement.
Jah Lloyd married American singer Wendy Shaw, and encouraged her to write music that was oriented toward cultural roots reggae. With Wendy Shaw as its first artist, they started the label Issachar Muzik, whose name originates from one of the 12 Tribes that Jah Lloyd is a part of based on his birth month.
The first single was released in 1992 entitled ”Reggae Music is the Music of the King”.
The label released cassettes, vinyl and eventually CD’s, partnering with many of Jamaica’s greatest studio musicians including those from the Firehouse Crew, the original Roots Radics band, City Heat band (Supercat’s band) & Tony Greene from Lloyd Parkes and We the People band.
Jah Lloyd
(310) 559-0448
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Be on the look out for irie new tracks from artists: General Jah Mikey, Triple Blaxxx, Empress Akua, Itimo Reynolds & more.
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From Dub Shot Records: One of The Most Refreshing Voices in Reggae Right Now Dre Island Releases Debut Album Now I Rise
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 Video for LP’s New Single “Never Run Dry” will Debut in June
Album’s Deluxe Edition Will Drop June 26 & Feature
Wyclef Jean & Dre Island’s Powerful and Timely Anthem “Justice”
Dre Island is one of Jamaica's most powerful messengers. The multi-faceted artist – who sings, songwrites, produces and plays piano – just released his debut album Now I Rise through a joint-venture partnership with DubShot Records and Kingston Hills Entertainment. The 13-track release will feature the hit single “We Pray” feat Popcaan, “My City” and the recently released “Be Okay” feat Jesse Royal, as well as 9 previously unreleased songs. Other collaborations on the album include “Days of Stone” feat Chronixx and “Run to Me” feat Alandon. Earlier this month, he unveiled the video (directed by Fernando Hevetia) for the last song on the album “Still Remain.” The next single is “Never Run Dry,” and a new visual will drop next month for the Winta James produced track.
https://www.dreislandmusic.com
https://www.instagram.com/dreislandmusic
For interview requests please contact:
(North America) Tiffany Mea / With Love PR - tiffany@withlovepr.com
(Caribbean) Sharon Burke - The Solid Agency - thesolidagency@gmail.com
876-960-9004
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Karamanti drops new video #EyesOpenUp!
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 The official video for “Eyes Open Up,” which is on Karamanti’s “Hurt People” album, is out now!
The video was shot in Kingston, Jamaica several weeks ago but was put on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic. As most countries are now slowly returning to some type of normalcy, we felt it was okay to share the visuals now.
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NO ANNUAL MAGAZINE THIS YEAR - First time in 26 years!
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We decided to suspend the Reggae Festival Guide this year because of all the cancellations and uncertainties of festivals,. We plan on coming back strong in 2021!
To read past issues, click here
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New Album release from Jumpout Production...Chyna Nicole - LEVEL OF CONCERN - Get ready for something new.
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LEVEL OF CONCERN
Chyna Nicole's 3rd solo album project is the missing ingredient in today's music.
In an uncertain and unexpected time in our lives, her music uplifts minds and souls with positive messages while being fun, innovative and energetic.
The soulful blends of gravitating harmonies will fill your musical palette!
The album features another upcoming star: Jahbar I
(son of George Miller of Firehouse Crew) with a song dedicated to Heroes.
International Chart Listings
~ International artist of the month - Ragga Lee of UK’s Chawaaa Radio
("Righteousness Reigns in Mama Africa")
~ Song of the Week ("Nyah and Binghi") - John T Morning Ride
WAVS 1170 AM/ 107.9 FM - Florida
~ Song of the Month Italy's Reggae blog - ("Let it Be for Justice")
~ UK Dj Sly Top 30 charts. (Full album)
~ Clinton Lindsay New York & Florida Top 30 - Top 10 both charts!
Executive Produced by
Gary Sutherland, CEO Jumpout Production; Producers: Mark Clarke (LET IT BE FOR JUSTICE)
Noel Alphonso (TOP PEDIGREE - ON THE GRIND); Paul Henton (NYAH and BINGHI); Melbourne George Miller & Jabari “Jahbar I” Miller; (LEVEL OF CONCERN, HERO, GOOD MAN); Lloyd Dennis
(RIGHTEOUSNESS REIGNS IN MAMMA AFRICA); David Clarke (GET TO KNOW ME)
Shola Henry (BLAZE IT HIGH And THERE IS LOVE);
Bookings: Gary Sutherland Jumpout5000@hotmail.com
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Check out new reggae song SEXY MAMA PLZ from soul singer: Brae Leni
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Hey! I'm Brae Leni! I'm a soul singer, but I've recently started experimenting with reggae. I really love the genre, check out my latest song let me know if like it!!!!!!!! I'll attach the mp3 and a streaming link!
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Billboard - Reggae Albums Chart This Week of June 20, 2020 -
It's still Bob toppin' the charts!
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Black Lives Matter began as a call to action in response to state-sanctioned violence and anti-Black racism. Our intention from the very beginning was to connect Black people from all over the world who have a shared desire for justice to act together in their communities. The impetus for that commitment was, and still is, the rampant and deliberate violence inflicted on us by the state.
The Black Lives Matter Global Network is as powerful as it is because of our membership, our partners, our supporters, our staff, and you. Our continued commitment to liberation for all Black people means we are continuing the work of our ancestors and fighting for our collective freedom because it is our duty.
Every day, we recommit to healing ourselves and each other, and to co-creating alongside comrades, allies, and family a culture where each person feels seen, heard, and supported.
We acknowledge, respect, and celebrate differences and commonalities.
We work vigorously for freedom and justice for Black people and, by extension, all people.
We intentionally build and nurture a beloved community that is bonded together through a beautiful struggle that is restorative, not depleting.
We are unapologetically Black in our positioning. In affirming that Black Lives Matter, we need not qualify our position. To love and desire freedom and justice for ourselves is a prerequisite for wanting the same for others.
We see ourselves as part of the global Black family, and we are aware of the different ways we are impacted or privileged as Black people who exist in different parts of the world.
We are guided by the fact that all Black lives matter, regardless of actual or perceived sexual identity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, ability, disability, religious beliefs or disbeliefs, immigration status, or location.
We make space for transgender brothers and sisters to participate and lead.
We are self-reflexive and do the work required to dismantle cisgender privilege and uplift Black trans folk, especially Black trans women who continue to be disproportionately impacted by trans-antagonistic violence.
We build a space that affirms Black women and is free from sexism, misogyny, and environments in which men are centered.
We practice empathy. We engage comrades with the intent to learn about and connect with their contexts.
We make our spaces family-friendly and enable parents to fully participate with their children. We dismantle the patriarchal practice that requires mothers to work “double shifts” so that they can mother in private even as they participate in public justice work.
We disrupt the Western-prescribed nuclear family structure requirement by supporting each other as extended families and “villages” that collectively care for one another, especially our children, to the degree that mothers, parents, and children are comfortable.
We foster a queer‐affirming network. When we gather, we do so with the intention of freeing ourselves from the tight grip of heteronormative thinking, or rather, the belief that all in the world are heterosexual (unless s/he or they disclose otherwise).
We cultivate an intergenerational and communal network free from ageism. We believe that all people, regardless of age, show up with the capacity to lead and learn.
We embody and practice justice, liberation, and peace in our engagements with one another.
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Richie B's Jamaican Reggae Airplay Charts
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Jamaica Music Countdown — By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
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TOP 25 Dancehall Singles, TOP 25 Reggae Singles and TOP 10 Albums/CD Chart
For the week of June 18, 2020
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This Day in Reggae - June 18
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| June 17 |
| 1970: |
Count Ossie records "I Dread Version", an instrumental version of Little Roy's "Bongo Nyah", for Lloyd Daley, The Matador. Besides it, The Ethiopians' first recorings for Dalley ware done, including "Satan Boy" and "Poor Me". They can be heard on a CD "From Matador's Arena - 1969-1970 - Volume 2" (Jamaican Gold JMC 200.233). |
| 1978: |
Bob Marley & The Wailers' Kaya'78 tour / Madison Square |
| June 18 |
| 1942: |
(James) Paul McCartney is born in Liverpool, England. |
| 1949: |
Prince Lincoln Thompson is born. |
| 1953: |
Egypt proclaimed a republic. |
| 1997: |
Devon Russell passes away (dies of brain tumor). |
| June 19 |
| 1862: |
Slavery is outlawed in U.S. territories. |
| 1865: |
Juneteenth begins when many slaves in south Texas first heard about the Emancipation Proclamation, over two years after the fact. |
| 1932: |
Ernest Ranglin is born in Manchester, Jamaica. |
| 1967: |
Andrew Tosh (eldest son of Peter Tosh) is born. |
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Note, this is the first time in 26 years that we will not be publishing an annual magazine due to cancellation of festivals and live music events because of global pandemic.
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