(¯`ˇ._(¯`ˇ......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W.......ˇ´¯)_.ˇ´¯) ************************************************************************* *INDEX [1] Give thanks for so much [2] ITALS Itinerary For Wha A Gwan [3] CLINTON FEARON & BOOGIE BROWN BAND, Friday Night, November 29 [4] What Keyboards was used Ijahman Levi album (Hello from New Zealand) [5] ENJOY THE INSPIRATIONAL ROOTS MUSIC OF THE ITALS AT SIERRA VISTA IN TAHOE CITY ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 [6] Sunday nights are back in Breckenridge [7] Roots Natty stream = Live at Monterey Bay Reggae Festival [8] Yard Grove Music Presents - Blackice "Enemies" CD Single [9] Creation Steppin' Roots Reggae Radio is a Live365 Editor's Pick! [10] Scotti B's Reggae Calendar [11] Reggae Vibes News Bulletin, November 27, 2002 [12] The Ark Band/R.A.W. 1414: Dec 4 & 7 schedule[13] [14] CLUB DREAD to open 12-6 in Santa Fe: LADIES FREE before 11pm [15] Scotti B's Reggae Calendar ************************************************************************* [1]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Jeanette Smith (#1421) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 14:34:45 -0400 From: "Smith, Jeanette" Subject: Give thanks for so much It just occurred to me that I'd like to share some of the things that I'm thankful for with all of you. I'm thankful that Lehbanchuleh and I have been healing so well from the accident and that it wasn't any worse. I'm thankful for the support that so many of you have shown. I'm thankful for the DJs, print media, fans and others that support and encourage conscious, positive music. I'm thankful that despite the setbacks from the accident, Lehbanchuleh's "Claim the Joy" and Mikey General's " Exalt Jah" are being pressed as we speak and will soon be ready for sale and distribution. I'm thankful for everyone that has made this and so many other things possible. I'm thankful for RAW and the support system that it offers us. And lastly (but still leaving out so much), I'm thankful for breath, life, inspiration, and the opportunity to even write this email. Blessings to all of you Jeanette Stone Tiger R.A.W. 1421 [2]--------------------------------------------------------------------- From: Date: Sunday, November 24, 2002 11:06 AM Subject: ITALS Itinerary For Wha A Gwan from Member #733 - VRF ITALS "Peace on Earth" Tour December, 2002 Friday, December 6 19 Broadway, Fairfax, CA Saturday, December 7 Club Fred, Fresno, CA Sunday, December 8 River City Brewery, Sacramento Wednesday, December 11 Ukiah Brewing Company, Ukiah, CA Thursday, December 12 Six Rivers, Eureka, CA Friday, December 13 TBA Saturday, December 14 Ballard Firehouse, Seattle Sunday, December 15 Wild Duck, Eugene, OR Wednesday, December 18 Casper Inn, Casper, CA Thursday, December 19 Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz, CA Friday, December 20 TBA Saturday, December 21 Sierra Vista, Tahoe City, CA Live clean and let your works be seen [3]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Clinton Fearon (#372) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 16:58:47 -0800 From: Fearon/Kennedy Subject: Friday Night, November 29 CLINTON FEARON & BOOGIE BROWN BAND dj ZAN, dj GENO and dj LOVESICK Friday, November 29 CAFE ARIZONA 2012 S. 320th (across from SeaTac Mall) Federal Way, WA 253-529-0553 Ladies free before 11pm Specials on Heineken and Red Stripe BOOGIE BROWN PRODUCTIONS (R.A.W. 372) 1412 S.W. 102nd #239 Seattle WA 98146 USA booking: 206-762-7496 or 206-349-6998 fax/hotline: 206-264-5068 email: boogie@boogiebrown.com URL: http://www.boogiebrown.com ....make a joyful noise, let's disturb the devil... [4]--------------------------------------------------------------------- From: Papa Pilgrim (#1). If you can help, please contact Roman directly...thanks, Tom #33 ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 20:53:52 +1300 From: roman pirie Subject: What Keyboards was used Ijahman Levi album (Hello from New Zealand) I am listening to an Ijahman Levi album called 'beauty and the lion' I have a studio were we record different reggae artists and produce the rhythms. Can you find out what keyboards he used on this album. I especially like the main melodic synth sound on the title track. I currently have a Korg trinity module, Nord lead 2 (virtual analogue). I have found out recently that the classic steely and clevie piano sound is from a yamaha dx100. I found your email after searching for Ijahman and beauty and lion on Google. If you can't find out, no problem. Roman. [5]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Kaati (#111) Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 11:26:38 -0800 From: Kaati Subject: ENJOY THE INSPIRATIONAL ROOTS MUSIC OF THE ITALS AT SIERRA VISTA IN TAHOE CITY ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 Kaati Renegade Productions P.O. Box 50635, Reno, NV 89513 phone: 775/337-8344 fax: 775/337-6499 Contact: Kaati for interviews, color photos or media passes Saturday, December 21 THE ITALS Sierra Vista, Tahoe City, CA Doors 9/Showtime 10 p.m. $12 advance/$15 at the door 21 and over For Immediate Release ENJOY THE INSPIRATIONAL ROOTS MUSIC OF THE ITALS AT SIERRA VISTA IN TAHOE CITY ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 Renegade Productions presents The Itals performing authentic roots reggae music from Jamaica at Sierra Vista Lakefront on Saturday, December 21 at 10 p.m. The Itals, featuring Keith Porter, David Isaacs and Ronnie Davis are Jamaicašs sweetest harmony trio. In the patois of Jamaica's Rastafarians, the word "ital" means pure and healthy, unpolluted. These adjectives suitably describe the sound and message of The Itals, one of Reggae's premier vocal groups, who hail from the beautiful countryside of Jamaica's Westmoreland Parish. Lead singer Keith Porter explains, "Well, we really not like the environment of the city. We like to live inna country and come into the city and do our work and then go back. You get more better food fe eat out there, you know? More fresher food and fresher air and t'ing like that." ..Original members, Keith Porter and David Isaacs, deliver rock-solid and crystal-clear roots harmony sounds. The Itals first broke in Jamaica with the release of "Ina Dis A Time" which went to number one on Jamaican charts. The song was extremely popular in Jamaican communities abroad and was released in New York City. In 1981 and 1982, The Itals were finalists in the Jamaica Festival Song Competition. Their 1982 song "Jamaica Style" earned them a spot on Jamaica's Reggae Sunsplash that year. Their exceptional performance was described as "show stopping" by Randall Grass in the book Reggae International. The Itals' first album BRUTAL OUT DEH released in 1982 was "a stunner" according to New York Times' music critic Robert Palmer, who said The Itals' "blend is one of the sweetest, most melodious sounds in all of popular music." GIVE ME POWER was released in 1984 to critical acclaim and took the number one position on CMJ's Reggae Route chart. Their third LP, RASTA PHILOSOPHY won a Grammy nomination for the best Reggae album of 1987. Their 1989 release COOL AND DREAD proved once again "that The Itals remain at the heights others are still trying to reach" (Pulse Magazine critic Doug Wendt). The Itals 1991 release EASY TO CATCH entered the music charts dramatically and ranked number one on the CMJ charts and moved up to number twelve on Billboard's World Music Charts. Their remake of Bob Marley's "Could You Be Loved" became a hit with its combination of modern instrumentation and the solid roots reggae sound of their signature harmonies. Critics agree that The Itals' live performances match the excellence and excitement found in their recorded music. While reggae has developed many styles over the years, The Itals' music retains the spirituality that has been the core of reggae's success in America. Their live performances have been consistantly praised since their first international tour to the US in 1983. The group has toured the US and Europe ever since, including performances at such hotspots as New York's Apollo Theater, The Fillmore in San Francisco and a smash performance at the Montreal Jazz Festival. In addition to other US performances, they have completed successful tours in over 15 countries and have performed on several MTV specials broadcasted from Jamaica. With or without a "current" release, The ITALS actively continue to spread the message of harmony and unity throughout the world with a sound that is both classic and new. Advanced tickets are available at: North Lake Tahoe/Truckee: Sierra Vista, Joby's, New Moon Natural Foods, Squaw Valley Community Market; South Lake Tahoe: Mad About Music, Tahoe Records & Tapes,Tahoe Hemp Company; Reno: Soundwave CD's and Recycled Records; Carson: Java Joe's; Online at ticketweb.com, tickets.com, musictoday.com, jambase.com; and at all Tickets.com (formerly BASS) ticket outlets. Credit card phone orders: 510/601-TWEB or 530/583-2801. For more info contact the Renegade: 530/583-2801 or 775/337-8344. Or call Sierra Vista at 700 North Lake Blvd in the Tahoe City Marina; 530/583-0233. [6]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Justin Barnett (#1335) Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 18:33:05 -0700 From: Justin Barnett Subject: Sunday nights are back in Breckenridge Just wanted to let everybody know that Sunday nights are back in Breckenridge, Colorado. Every Sunday night is reggae night, either a band, dee-jay, or myself spinning, at the largest venue in Breckenridge. For all reggae bands and deejays interested, please contact me at jahstone@hotmail.com Also, I have venue connections in Aspen, Boulder, Denver, Vail, Steamboat Springs, Durango, and Grand Junction, all in Colorado. So, a mini tour of Colorado is possible to all who are interested. Also, my radio show, "Eggs over Irie", is 2 years old now, and going strong. It is the only live "reggae radio show" on a commercial radio station in the Rocky Mountains as of now!!! Much respect to all, DJ Jahstone (R.A.W #1335) [7]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Daniel Frankston (#495) Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 15:41:58 -0800 From: Daniel Frankston Subject: Roots Natty stream = Live at Monterey Bay Reggae Festival For a Real Audio stream of ROOTS NATTY's excellent performance at the 8th Annual Monterey Bay Reggae Festival, go to: ==> http://www.ireggae.com/sounds/rootsnattylive.ram <== Songs List: 1.. Intro 2.. Confusion 3.. Zion, Zion, Zion 4.. Global Warming 5.. Reggae Is a Music 6.. Rastafari Greetings 7.. Nyahbinghi Chant 8.. Jah Rastafari 9.. Unemployment 10.. Mental Dread 11.. People Coming On 12.. Rasta Resiste This stream may also be accessed from our Sound Station along with over 300 hours of reggae streams inna real audio at: http://www.ireggae.com/soundz.htm Daniel (R.A.W.#495) http://www.ireggae.com Forward Ever!!! [8]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From CanJa Sounds (#1318) Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 10:47:24 -0800 (PST) From: CanJa Sounds Subject: Yard Grove Music Presents - Blackice "Enemies" CD Single Yard Groove Music Presents the Release of the Frist Single From Blackice's Deliver Me Album ENEMIES * NOW AVAILABLE ON CD * ENEMIES f. Rootsman Track Listing: 1 - Album Version (from the forthcoming album, Deliver Me) 2 - Instrumental 3 - Acappella Produced by DJ Alywad for Yard Groove Music Distributed by The Orchard We present, out of the Yard Groove, Alywad & Massives, our roots, reggae and dancehall's newest flavour, Blackice, "ENEMIES". Fourteen minutes of lyrical voices with impressive mixes playing with an assortment of Afrikan drums blended with yard beats, luring a variety of listeners. The rhythm, built by Alywad, E. Mack and G. Palmer, is sort of an entertainment package. Mixed in such a way that recording artists are inspired with relative situation lyrics, buzzing phrases and slangs. While the rhythm itself makes it hard to keep still, encouraging the inventing of new dance moves. Popular disc jockeys have fun while working with this one as they climb a ladder of enthusiasm. "ENEMIES" unique flavour is saddled by Jamaica's new potential mega star striding as the single secure slots on popular radio stations. "The beats are hard-hitting and the lyrics positive". They are delivered with voices that will have both roots and dancehall fans meeting on common ground. The single "ENEMIES" is bound to be a favorite if you can relate to the scenarios. Please don't be late to catch on to this new act in music. Marketing and promotional efforts will focus on core reggae/dancehall radio and press outlets. For promotional information please contact CanJa Sounds Coming Soon on Yard Groove Records Executive Producer: Gary Palmer for Yard Groove Records For more info go to http://www.canjasounds.com CanJa Sounds Music Production & Recording http://www.canjasounds.com/ [9]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From John Reichle (#1681) Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 18:42:09 -0600 From: John Reichle Subject: Creation Steppin' Roots Reggae Radio is a Live365 Editor's Pick! Creation Steppin' Roots Reggae Radio on Live365 has been honored as an "Editor's Station Pick" this week, something that has been a goal since we started, and something that at least short term will significantly increase the number of listeners to our station and ultimately result in greater exposure for R.A.W. artists, and reggae musicians in general. You can check out our listing on the Live365 home page at www.live365.com. We are currently featuring in rotation approximately 50 RAW artists in addition to classic and other modern roots. We'd also like to give big props to several artists who have recently helped us professionalize the station with some station ID spots. Katt, Daddy Roots and Tony Chin were all gracious enough to donate their time and vocal talents, and their efforts are much appreciated. Finally, our likkle website is also up, finally! It's mainly a vehicle to draw radio listeners but I am also going to do an album review section geared towards albums that are under a lot of people's radar. We've started off that page with reviews of Roots Natty, Katt, Ooklah the Moc and Daddy Roots, and more soon come. Check it out at www.creation-steppin.com Finally, thanks to everyone at RAW who has helped us get this stream up and running. We've made lots of new friends, and we plan to forward the reggae vibe for the long haul. Bless- John Reichle (Bahilman) R.A.W. #1681 [10]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Scotti B (#596) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 21:51:03 -0600 From: Scotti B Subject: Scotti B's Reggae Calendar Live Music We 11/27/2002 Blue Riddim Band Grand Emporium 3832 Main, Kansas City, Mo 816-531-1504 We 11/27/2002 Mighty Mighty Bosstones (Ska) Beaumont Club 4050 Pennsylvania, Kansas City, Mo 816/561-2560 Fr 11/29/2002 Dawn Penn G's Jamaican Cuisine 7940 Troost, Kansas City, Mo 816-333-9566 We 12/4/2002 Ark Band Club Viva 408 N. Euclid, St. Louis, Mo 314-361-0322 Fr 12/13/2002 Common Ground Jazzhaus 926-1/2 Massachusetts, Lawrence, Kansas 785-749-3320 Fr 12/20/2002 Ark Band Juanitas Cantina Little Rock, Arkansas On TV Mo 12/2/2002 Shaggy Late Show With Craig Kilborn, CBS We 12/4 Tracy Chapman Last Call With Carson Daly, NBC [11]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Reggae Vibes Prods NL (#1050) Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 20:42:32 +0100 From: Reggae Vibes Productions NL Subject: Reggae Vibes News Bulletin, November 27, 2002 -*- http://www.reggae-vibes.com -*- -*- News Bulletin (November 27, 2002) -*- Playlist for Thursday, November 28, 2002. Check out "Reggae Vibes News" for Announcements, New & Upcoming Releases, Tour Dates and more. Never a dull moment with Elephant Man's brand new album "Higher Level" - the follow up to last year's "Log On" set. Disco meets reggae....Kingston, London, New York..Hustle! The Harry Mudie produced "Reggae Jazz And More ~ Cool And Spicy" is a tasty collection of 16 enjoyable instrumentals. Beenie Man's "Gold" gathers some of the artist's most successful tunes from the mid-nineties. "Dancehall Baptism 2"....baptizing the dancehall for Jesus Christ once again! Check out Steven Sunday's debut album "Lord Knows". Veteran singer Leroy Gibbons is in real good shape on a wicked new single entitled "Chant Down Babylon". New photos added to our Picture Gallery: Owen Grey, Derrick Morgan, Winston Reedy and Dennis Brown. Check out Iggy T's 'Burning Ten', his personal Top 10 of the latest 7", 10" & 12" singles. **** Last week's updates at http://www.reggae-vibes.com **** Sizzla and Capleton deliver nuff good tunes to make their "Toe 2 Toe" set well worth checking. Tony Curtis' "Stronger" collects some of the best tunes he recorded over the years. "I Found Love" by Gregory Isaacs sees the Cool Ruler in topform! Jo Jo Bennett's "Groovy Joe" album treats us to wonderful moments and sweet memories from way back. The Culture DVD "Live In Africa" shows that Joseph Hill has lost nothing of his energy when he delivers the tunes that made him famous. Reggae band Irie Time has delivered an enjoyable "live" album. Article : Prezident Brown.. Roots In The Music. Warrior King has been added to our profiles section. THIS AND MUCH MORE AT : http://www.reggae-vibes.com _____________________________________________ (c) 2002 Reggae Vibes Productions _____________________________________________ Respect & one love.... Teacher & Mr. T (RAW #1050) Reggae Vibes Productions NL Reggae Vibes Website : http://www.reggae-vibes.com email addresses : info@reggae-vibes.com teacher@reggae-vibes.com mr.t@reggae-vibes.com snail mail : Reggae Vibes Productions NL Pieter Brueghelstraat 5 6181 DJ Elsloo The Netherlands phone : +31 46 4373228 (Teacher aka Jo) phone : +31 43 3615318 (Mr.T aka Theo) fax : +31 46 4376427 [12]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Roots-ee (#214) Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 12:39:31 -0500 From: Rlam Subject: The Ark Band/R.A.W. 1414: Dec 4 & 7 schedule wed dec 4 @ club viva, st louis, MO sat dec 7 @ nate & wally's, bowling green, ohio *give thanks* one, peace, roots-ee http://reggae.thearkband.com http://radio.thearkband.com/radio_lo.asx ( windows media player ) http://radio.thearkband.com/radio_hi.asx ( windows media player ) [13]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Lance-O (#904) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 17:22:14 -0700 From: LANCE-O Subject: REGGAE VIBES #344 GREETINGS MASSIVE!!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ONE & ALL!!!!! This week's "REGGAE VIBES" is courtesy of KULCHA SHOK MUZIK's two new releases NATTY REMO "BABYLON FALL" & WOOKIE J "BIG UP THE CHILDREN." For more see www.KULCHASHOK.com and click on to muziklibrary. This week's top ten, as in every week, is compiled from sales from the leading distributors in the US of 7" singles. It is alos apart of the weekly, syndicted radio report of the same name. It is now heard on over 100 radio stations. To submit music or info for the program, send it to 1218 Drexel Av #203 Miami, Fl 33139 USA or call 305 534 6110. 1. RAGING STORM BOUNTY KILLER 40/40 2. GIVE IT TO HER GOOD ELEPHANT MAN 40/40 3. HIGHER LEVEL ELEPHANT MAN Q45 4. LIFT UP HER DRESS CAPLETON JOHN DAWG 5. 10 OUT OF 10 BEENIE MAN 40/40 6. SORROW TO THE WORLD ELEPHANT Q45 7. YOU NUH HEAR CAPLETON GHETTO YOUTHS 8. BUMPER ELEPHANT MAN ANNEX 9. MUCH CLEARER BERES CHARM 10.CREE TOK BRICH Much Love & Respect, LANCE-O [14]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Don Martin (#1478) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 14:47:57 -0700 From: Don Martin Subject: CLUB DREAD to open 12-6 in Santa Fe: LADIES FREE before 11pm Greetings! From Don Martin R.A.W. #1478). Please include this update in the next Wha Gwaan calendar: After a month-long break, Reggae will be back in full effect in Santa Fe for the month of December. The brand-new CLUB DREAD will be in swing at Cat's on Friday nights, featuring a new lighting system, new backdrops, as well as a fatter, more powerful sound. Two mid-range speakers have been added to our reg. sound and two more sub-woofers will be added soon. Weekly advertisements will be run in the media to get this event 'pon top again, yet it is mainly up to YOU to be there in order to make it a success. BROTHERHOOD SOUND will be resident selectors featuring the whole spectrum of reggae: from roots to dancehall and even a little hip-hop flava at times. LADIES will be admitted FREE before 11 pm. Cover charge is still just $5. First show is DON MARTIN'S BIRTHDAY BASH on Friday December 6th. Let's make it BIG people. We have plenty of offers from Jamaican artists wanting to play Santa Fe. If we can make REGGAE happen again on a local level, we will be able to bring internationally renowned STARS to the City Differente, so letz get together at CLUB DREAD on Friday Nights and make it work. More info @ 505-983-3883. Blessings, Don Martin. P.S. New Mexico radio dj's please announce this event on your shows before then. If you'd like to give away free tickets, contact me (505-989-9871). [15]--------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Scotti B (#596) Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 21:51:03 -0600 From: Scotti B Subject: Scotti B's Reggae Calendar Live Music We 11/27/2002 Blue Riddim Band Grand Emporium 3832 Main, Kansas City, Mo 816-531-1504 We 11/27/2002 Mighty Mighty Bosstones (Ska) Beaumont Club 4050 Pennsylvania, Kansas City, Mo 816/561-2560 Fr 11/29/2002 Dawn Penn G's Jamaican Cuisine 7940 Troost, Kansas City, Mo 816-333-9566 We 12/4/2002 Ark Band Club Viva 408 N. Euclid, St. Louis, Mo 314-361-0322 Fr 12/13/2002 Common Ground Jazzhaus 926-1/2 Massachusetts, Lawrence, Kansas 785-749-3320 Fr 12/20/2002 Ark Band Juanitas Cantina Little Rock, Arkansas On TV Mo 12/2/2002 Shaggy Late Show With Craig Kilborn, CBS We 12/4 Tracy Chapman Last Call With Carson Daly, NBC *********************************************************************** In the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty Forward the Reggae Vibe...Every Time ! Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Tom Pearson R.A.W.#33 http://www.reggaeambassadors.org *************************************************************************