****************************************************************************** In the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty Forward the Reggae Vibe...Every Time ! Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Tom "Jahson" Pearson R.A.W.#33 http://www.reggaeambassadors.org ****************************************************************************** ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 23:29:09 -0500 From: WGiR Sub-Editor To: "tap@kuentos.guam.net" Subject: Wha Gwaan in R.A.W. Friday November 14, 2003 (/`7._(/`7......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......74/)_.74/) Friday November 14, 2003 ************************************************************************* *INDEX [1] Consider RAW Merchandise for Holiday Presents... [2] UPCOMING SHOWS--GOOD VIBEZ ENTERTAINMENT [3] New RAW Web Forum Pos t-"Live Reggae in NYC! Laury Webb & Tigerbone Band, [4] Reggae Nucleus So. Calif. Reggae/Ska Calendar - November 14, 2003 [5] Roots Reggae Revival [6] PSM Update ************************************************************************* [1]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------- >From Nancy Lewis (#72) Subject: Consider RAW Merchandise for Holiday Presents... Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 07:04:31 -0500 From: Nan Lewis Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide www.reggaeambassadors.org RAW Offers Special Sale on RAW Merchandise Through December 31, 2003 RAW is offering its T-shirt and the "RAW 2000" compilation CD at discounted prices. Limited to RAW members in good standing, the sale will end on December 31, 2003. The RAW T-shirt was designed by Lawrence Hansen (RAW #158) of Mystic Lion Art & Design (www.mysticlionart.com). It features the Lion of Judah with a globe of the world and "Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide" on the front. The design is 4-color; the T-shirt is black, 100% cotton. Go here http://www.reggaeambassadors.org/RAWnews/RAWnews2.htm to view the front of the T-shirt. "RAW 2000" was produced by Phil Hopkins (RAW #995), CEO of Dogtown Productions, Inc. (www.dogtownproductions.com). The 75 minute CD was released in July 1999 on Ruff Stuff Records (RAW #1317) and features Isaac Haile Selassie (RAW #1141); Nasio Fontaine (RAW #808); Dr. Ring Ding & H.P. Setter (RAW #1137); Reggae Cowboys (RAW #977); Ras Nas (RAW # 1118); Whispering Lion (RAW # 990); Rising Lion (RAW #995); Isaac Miller & Solid Earth (RAW #789); Tonca (RAW #865); Cosmo (RAW #455); Irie Time (RAW #355); Ice Melter & Dr. Ring Ding (RAW #1137); Mystic Vibrations (RAW #610); Jerri Jheto (RAW #1100); Dub Factory (RAW #1150); Collington Daley (RAW # 734); Root Awakening (RAW #374); Fyah Wyah (RAW #18); Batta (RAW #986), and Patrick Junior (RAW #941). Sale prices, for mailing within the United States, are: T-shirt $12 + $2 S&H per shirt CD $8 + $2 S&H per CD Sale prices, for mailing outside the United States, are: T-shirt $12 + $3 S&H per shirt CD $8 + $3 S&H per CD NOTE: Priority mail is available ONLY within the US at a S&H coast of $3.85 for each 1/2 pound (for no more than 1 T-Shirt + 1 CD); there is no option for priority mailing outside the US. Checks and money orders, in US currency only, should be made payable to Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide, and mailed to: Tom Pearson (RAW #33) 911 Marine Drive Tumon Bay, Guam 96913 USA Please include the quantity of each item you are purchasing, your full postal and e-mail address, and your RAW membership number with your order. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. [2]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- >From Good Vibes Ent (#1616) Subject: UPCOMING SHOWS--GOOD VIBEZ ENTERTAINMENT Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 13:00:30 -0800 (PST) From: Daniel Sheehan Greetings, Here is a list of Up-Coming Good VIbez Entertainment Shows Tuesday November 25th 2003 Moes Alley-Santa Cruz Mikey General Lions Of Israel Tickets available at www.ticketweb.com or at the door $13/$16 Doors open at 8:30PM Friday December 5th 2003 Santa Cruz Vets Hall Roots Reggae Revival Feat THE MEDITATIONS Root Awakening Mc Rocky Baily Tickets:$13 in advance/ available at Streetlight Records Santa Cruz or www.ticketweb.com $16 at the Door Doors Open at 8PM ALL AGES Thursday December 18th Moes Alley Santa Cruz Hebron...The Roots Of Groundation more info to follow. If you would like more info on these and other Good VIbez Show please contact Dan Sheehan at goodvibezmusic@yahoo.com Peace, Dan Sheehan RAW #1616 Mahalo, Dan Sheehan Good Vibez Entertainment 831-235-0746 [3]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- >From Louie Fleck (# Subject: New RAW Web Forum Pos t-"Live Reggae in NYC! Laury Webb & Tigerbone Band," Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 18:43:21 -0500 From: webmaster@reggaeambassadors.org A new message, "Live Reggae in NYC! Laury Webb & Tigerbone Band," was posted on the RAW Web Forum by Louie Fleck on Thursday, 13 November 2003, at 6:43 p.m. The message reads as follows: GREETINGS from NYC! This is a great opportunity to catch some great live Reggae in NYC. Laury Webb and the Tigerbone Band at Coda 34 East 34th Street Thursday, November 20, 2003 Showtime: 10 PM $10 with this flyer (print it out!) Laury's band features members of NYC REGGAE COLLECTIVE, THE MOT!VES, MEDITATIONS, THE OUTRO... Simone Gordon and Marcia Davis on BG vocals, Papa Linley (bass),Drummie Reuben (drums), Gene Clemetson & Louie Fleck (guitars) Robert Mansfield (keyboards) Thanks, Louie Fleck New CD coming soon: NYC REGGAE COLLECTIVE: alieNation www.NYC-REGGAE.com Link: NYC-REGGAE! URL: [4]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- >From Russell Gerlach (#19) & Reggae Nucleus Magazine (#676) Subject: Reggae Nucleus So. Calif. Reggae/Ska Calendar - November 14, 2003 Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 19:50:58 EST From: ReggaeRuss@aol.com Reggae Nucleus Magazine So. California Reggae/Ska Concert, Club, and Radio Listings November 14, 2003 AVAILABLE NOW - Reggae Nucleus Magazine's Fall 2003 issue with Culture cover/feature, Jackie Mittoo, Elephant Man, Wayne Marshall, Yami Bolo, Exclusive Summer Festival wrap-up/photos, Columns, Top 10s, and much more ! COMING SOON - The Reggae Nucleus Winter 2003 Issue - Book Your Advertisment Space Today ! E-Mail: Conshusvibz@yahoo.com for more info. DON'T MISS AN ISSUE - SUBSCRIBE TO REGGAE NUCLEUS MAGAZINE ! Send check or money order to: Conshus Vibz Productions 8132 Firestone Blvd. PMB 864 - Downey, CA 90241 USA 1 year - US $17 / Mexico & Canada $19 / Other $20 (US Funds Only) This Week: Fri. Nov. 14 - Everton Blender, Junior Kelly, E. Dee, and GT Intl. Sound - Hollywood Park Casino - 3883 W. Century Blvd. Inglewood - 9pm doors / 10pm showtime (sharp) - 21 and over - (323) 731-2927 / (310) 330-2800 Fri./Sat Nov. 14/15 - Barrington Levy with Detour Posse and Badfish (14th) / Local Culture (15th) - The Malibu Inn - 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu - 8pm - all ages - (310) 317-6146 - Web: http://www.malibu-inn.com Sat. Nov. 15 - Fire and Brimstone - The River Mall Amphitheater - Bob Hope Drive & Hwy. 111 Rancho Mirage - 6pm to 10 pm - Free Admission - (760) 341-2711/ F & B Hotline (323) 960-5590 **NEW** Thurs. Nov. 20 - Barrington Levy, Resination, Jah Mark and the Soulshakers - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Upcoming Concerts/Events: Sat. Nov. 22 - San Bernardino Reggae Fest w/ Elephant Man (exclusive So. Cal appearance), Inner Circle, Roundhead (Monster Shack Crew), Frankie Paul and Ed Robinson backed by Detour Posse, Reggae Rock with special guest Garth Dennis, Beyond Rhythm, MCs Junor Francis and Richie B (RJR-Jamaica), Quantegy Sound - National Orange Fairgrounds Event Center - San Bernardino - Tickets at TicketMaster/select Roots Outlets - (909) 485-7740 Sat. Nov. 22 - Tippa Irie and special guests - Hogue Barmichaels - 3950 Campus Drive - Newport Beach - 8pm - 21 and over - (949) 261-6270 **NEW** Sun. Nov. 23 - Frankie Paul, Jah Faith - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Wed. Nov. 26 - Pre-Thanksgiving Caribbean Fete w/ Upstream, Pius from Higher Lion, Professor Einstein from Sapadilla, and DJs Chris & Blindman - Domenico's Arcadia - 251 N. Santa Anita Arcadia - 8pm doors - $8 pre-sale / $10 door - (626) 574-7433 / (949) 553-6949 Fri. Nov. 27 - T.O.K. and guests - The Atlas - 3760 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles - 9pm to 2am - $25 door - (866) 505-3761 Fri.. Nov. 28 - Wayne Wonder and special guests - House Of Blues - 8430 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood - 9pm showtime - $20 - 21 and over - (323) 848-5100 - Web: http://www.hob.com Fri. Nov. 28 - The Untouchables, Beyond Rhythm, and Stranger - The Malibu Inn - 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu - 8pm - all ages - (310) 317-6146 - Web: http://www.malibu-inn.com **NEW** Fri. Nov. 28 - Fully Loaded Sound Unity Clash w/ Tribe Of Kings, Carlos Culture, DJ Handgun, Revelation Sound, and many more - Blue Agave Night Club - 6608 Mission Gorge Rd. San Diego - 9pm - $10 door - 21 and over - (619) 521-3194 **NEW** Sun. Nov. 30 - Wayne Wonder and special guest 3LW - House Of Blues - 1530 S. Disneyland Drive Anaheim - 9pm - (714) 778-BLUE- Web: http://www.hob.com **LINE-UP UPDATE** Fri. Dec. 5 - Norris Man, Jah Mason, and Terry Ganzie - Golden Sails Hotel - 6285 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. Long Beach - 8pm - (310) 960-2990 **NEW** Fri. Dec. 5 - Eek-A-Mouse with special guests - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Sat. Dec. 6 - Sean Paul and special guests - The Grove - 2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim - 8pm - (714) 712-2700 - Web: http://www.thegroveofanaheim.com **NEW** Sat. Dec. 6 - Eek-A-Mouse, Resination, and Dub Sense - The Malibu Inn - 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu - 8pm - all ages - (310) 317-6146 - Web: http://www.malibu-inn.com **NEW** Thurs. Dec. 11 - Don Carlos with special guests - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Fri. Dec. 12 - The Untouchables with special guests - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Sat. Dec. 13 - Reggae Xplosion 2003 w/ Spragga Benz, Kymani Marley, Tanto Metro and Devonte, Merciless, Professor Nuts, Red Square Crew (feat. Greg Hines, Sugar Slick, and Briggy), Detour Posse, Rempage, Nobody Cares, Super Twitch Sound (NY), Black Gold Sound (Japan), and Drop Di Bass Sound (JA) - Hollywood Park Casino - 3883 W. Century Blvd. Inglewood - $26 advance / $36 door - 9pm - (714) 809-1785 - Web: http://www.mbigmusic.com Sat. Dec. 13 - Don Carlos with special guests - The Malibu Inn - 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu - 8pm - all ages - (310) 317-6146 - Web: http://www.malibu-inn.com **NEW** Wed. Dec. 31 - The Cannons with special guests - The Coach House - 110 Santa Barbara St. Santa Barbara - 8pm - (805) 962-4577 **NEW** Sat. Jan. 3, 2004 - English Beat's Dave Wakeling, The Specials' Neville Staples, The Toasters, Untouchables, and Skeletones - The Grove - 2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim - 8pm - $28.50 advance / $32.50 door (G.A. Standing and Reserved Seating) - (714) 712-2700 - Web: http://www.thegroveofanaheim.com Sat. / Sun. Feb. 14/15, 2004 - RaggaMuffins Productions and Moss Jacobs present the 23rd Annual RaggaMuffins Festival / Bob Marley Day Celebration - Long Beach Sports Arena - Long Beach - Hotline: (310) 515-3322 - Web: http://www.raggamuffins.org / http://www.bobmarleydayfestival.com Mon. Feb. 16, 2004 - WorldBeat Center and Moss Jacobs present the 23rd Annual Bob Marley Day Festival - San Diego Sports Arena - San Diego - Hotline: (619) 230-1190 - Web: http://www.worldbeatcenter.org / http://www.bobmarleydaysandiego.com Sun. Sept. 5, 2004 - 6th Annual California Reggae Fest - The Green - Signal Hill/ Long Beach - NY Looks (310) 397-4493 - Web: http://www.smurfproductions.com Next Update - November 21, 2003 Check with the venues/clubs for last minute info/updates/cancellations Calendar produced by Russell Gerlach for Reggae Nucleus Magazine Reggae Nucleus Hotline (310) 226-7126 / E-mail - reggaeruss@aol.com Calendar available FREE weekly by direct e-mail, rec.music.reggae Internet newsgroup, and http://www.NiceUp.com Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide members # 19 and # 676 [5]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- >From Root Awakening (#374) Subject: Roots Reggae Revival Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 20:13:58 -0800 From: Root Awakening PRESS RELEASE-For Immediate Release - November 2003 CONTACT: Good Vibez Productions/Daniel Sheehan at goodvibezmusic@yahoo.com DEAR RADIO AND PRESS: Thanks for helping us spread the word about this show. If you need a PHOTO, please contact Daniel Sheehan at goodvibezmusic@yahoo.com WHAT: ROOTS REGGAE REVIVAL WHO: THE MEDITATIONS live and direct from Jamaica, with special guests ROOT AWAKENING featuring Vince Black WHEN: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2003 WHERE: SANTA CRUZ VETERANS MEMORIAL BUILDING, 846 Front St., downtown Santa Cruz TIME: 8PM PRICE: $13 Advance/$16 at the door TICKETS: Streetlight Records or www.ticketweb.com WHAT ELSE: This is an all-ages venue, good acoustics, large hardwood dance floor, good vibes and friendly folks. BIOS: THE MEDITATIONS' clear sweet harmonies and strong spiritual message first rang out in their homeland of Jamaica in the early 70's. On the strength of their first two albums, as well as touring the US and working in the studio with Bob Marley who considered them his favorite singing group, they gained world recognition and attention. Throughout the 1980's they continued to release classic albums and build a rich catalogue of songs. Their lyrical themes always expound insightful, relevant and eloquent social commentary. Of all the groups that came out of the fertile Jamaican Reggae scene of the 1970's, the Meditations set the standard for sheer vocal virtuosity. Each member is a capable lead singer who has performed as soloist or with groups throughout the decades since the 60's. Highlighted by ANSEL CRIDLAND's powerful and soul-wrenching lead, DANNY CLARKE's sweet complex harmonies and WINSTON WATSON's falsetto magic, their classic contributions to the genre are compiled on the must-have "Deeper Roots: The Best Of The Meditations". The Meditations own a cherished position in Reggae history and have made a superlative contribution to Jamaica's rich musical heritage. The Meditations today still feature Ansel Cridland's powerhouse lead vocals and the signature harmonies of Danny Clarke and Winston Watson. Their live performances are a model of roots brilliance and they inspire their audiences with heavenly harmonies, in songs which range from romantic and humorous to racial anthems which address the struggles of our world. This dynamic trio continues to reveal the very soul of Jamaica through their distinctive and uplifting music. The scorching rhythms and sweet harmonies of ROOT AWAKENING, one of the premiere American roots music makers, have been reaping continual raves from lovers of reggae worldwide for the past seven years. From their right-on renderings of Studio One and Treasure Isle classics to their conscious original tunes, this energetic five-piece ensemble is totally committed to their art. Among the talented and seasoned musicians are multi-instrumentalist HERB DALY, founding member and lead guitarist of the seminal roots band, the Rastafarians, and stellar guitarist VINCE BLACK, whose tours and sessions include steady work with Black Uhuru, Wailing Souls and Dub Syndicate. The powerful rhythm and sweet vocal harmony of ROOT AWAKENING has also been the backing music of choice for concerts by international reggae artists such as Ken Boothe, the Congos, Tippa Irie and Daweh Congo. DON'T MISS IT! THIS IS SURE TO BE A NIGHT OF MUSICAL BRILLIANCE, DEEP DEEP ROOTS AND IRIE COOL! [6]------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------- >From PSM (#194) Subject: PSM Update Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 22:27:26 -0800 From: Steffen Franz Greetings All- Welcome to PSM's "News on the Net" for November 2003. There has been so much going on we have made our "News on the Net" e-mail a monthly web newsletter. Here are the topics covered in this month's edition: 1) Poetz4Peace "A Pair of Olive Leaves" CD gets International Exposure and Press 2) "Remix for Peace" contest deadline extended until December 1st, 2003 3) Rocker-T drops new "Retrospeck" 12" Single plus SF and European Dates 4) PSM Holidaze Schedule 2003 Poetz4Peace "A Pair of Olive Leaves" Press and Promotion- First off thanks to all of the people who have supported the Poetz4Peace project. There have been so many folks who have called and e-mailed wishing PSM, OTM and Poetz nuff respect and love on this, it's debut album, frankly we are overwhelmed. Sales have been strong in our first month of release, with distributors now in place in the US, England, and in Cyprus. We are also in the process of securing deals in Greece, Turkey, and Europe as a whole. The album is available online through PSM's website with our usual "One-Click" ordering process. http://www.psmrecordings.com/olive.html There is a ton of web-based press that has come out in the past few weeks. Please check out the following links to some nice reviews and interviews. Click on any of the links below to view some of the current "Poetz" press including an interview that was posted in many languages on the Associated Press wire service: http://www.reggae-vibes.com/rev_sin/apairofo.htm (Review from Reggae Vibes, Netherlands) http://www.ptd.net/webnews/wed/by/Qcyprus-poets.RUnq_DOR.html (English version of AP interview/article) http://www.davisenterprise.com/articles/2003/11/03/spotlight/cds/082cd.txt (Review in The Davis Enterprise, Davis, California) http://www.cyprusive.com/default.asp?CID=364 (Welcome to Cyprus Guide) There are also a handful of new reviews and interviews due out in the next few weeks. Check out http://www.olivetreemusic.com for up to the minute press and promotions around this amazing project. Again, much respect to all of the folks who made last months promotional blitz in Cyprus a huge success. If you are a DJ or writer who is interested in getting a promotional copy of this CD for review or for airplay, please contact PSM or Olive Tree Music in the US or Europe respectively. To check out online music samples or "Poetz" bio info please check out: http://www.peaceremix.com/ *Cyber Remix For Peace Contest Deadline Extended- As many of you already know, PSM and Olive Tree Music are sponsoring a contest called the "Cyber Remix for Peace." This contest is open to everyone, and we have had a response bigger then any of us could have imagined. With over 600 visitors to the website in the past 3 weeks, and a ton of people downloading the samples, we can't wait to hear the tracks and remixes that people have been submitting... If you would like to find out more about this project, or even better if you want to be a part of it, please visit: http://www.peaceremix.com When we announced this contest, we figured that we could give people a month to submit. It is very clear, after a ton of e-mails from people asking for a little more time, that we should extend the deadline of the contest until December 1st, 2003. So for all of the artists, producers, remixers, and DJs out there... Please check the link above, and consider being a part of this great contest. We hope to have over 100 submissions to choose from, play the top 50 for the UN/UNOPS people, and make a compilation CD of the best 20, to be released by Olive Tree Music late next year... If you have experienced "Division" in your life, and you want to get your voice heard, please check out the contest, and submit your own track or your own remix of ours. Please forward this information to anyone you know who might be into this type of project. *Rocker-T new 12" single "Retrospeck" and Upcoming Shows- PSM and Conquering Lion Sounds have teamed up to release "Retrospeck", a 12" EP of Rocker's hits, some of which have never before been offered on Vinyl. This EP features War Pan Pause and Tru Freedom Fighters (both with Jamalski) and the original mix of Tru Ganjaman from "Time's Up", PSM's 1997 compilation release. The EP also features "Jah the Only One" from "More Luv" and a brand new dancehall track titled "Sensi in da Club", which has never been available before. All of these tracks have been digitally remastered and they sound so phat. This EP is a must have for all of the DJs who have asked us about re-releasing these tracks for years. The EP is pressed on super heavy vinyl, and has a dope cover, designed by world - renown fine artist Owen Maigret, who is also the Co-Executive Producer. This EP will be available from PSM directly in about 2 weeks, and through Ernie B's Reggae and other wholesalers in late November. We will send out an e-mail when this EP completes and when we are shipping copies... Rocker-T will be playing his last San Francisco show of 2003 on November 14th, 2003 at Milk - 1840 Haight Street at Stanyan. Doors are at 9 pm and it's $5.00 with a flyer and $10 otherwise. Rocker will be backed by Jah Yzer, and both will play DJ sets as well. Also on the bill is Miss Anne and Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist. Check out http://www.true-skool.org for more info. Rocker-T will also be performing in Oslo, Norway on November 20th and 21st. He is also performing at this year's Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam. This is Rocker's 8th straight Cup and it looks to be the greatest one yet. Look for DJ shows and a few live sets between the 23rd and the 28th of this month. We will post the shows on our website as soon as we have confirmed them. *PSM Office Closed for the Holidaze- Positive Sound Massive Recordings office will be closed from November 24th until December 1st 2003, for the Thanksgiving Week. Our office will also be closed from the 19th of December until the 12th of January, 2004, for the Winter Holidaze and New Years. Although no one will be in the office, we will still be checking our messages and e-mails during that time. We will send out one more "News on the Net" update before the holidaze... in early December. Until then please take care of each other and Nuff Respect!!! The Promotions Team- RAW #142 and #194-- Positive Sound Massive Recordings 2261 Market Street, PMB 487 San Francisco, CA, 94114 (415) 835-4799 office/voicemail (415) 751-0947 fax ***(Please note our new phone and fax numbers)*** http://www.psmrecordings.com/ 100% pure conscious dancehall plus a whole lot more!!! *********************************************************************** 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 ************************************************************************* < R.A.W. Disclaimer > "Any and all statements, views, and opinions expressed in the 'Wha' Gwaan in R.A.W?' newsletter are those of individual members of Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide, Inc. (R.A.W.). R.A.W. is not responsible for the veracity, or for the content, of any R.A.W. member's statement, views, and/or opinions included in this newsletter."