(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Friday December 30, 2005 ************************************************************************* *INDEX [1] Anna Fisher Runnings [2] Ras Charles Interview with Roger Steffens and Rootsee's Kwanzaa Message [3] 'REGGAE VIBES' #504 [4] Baldread and the Raggamuffin Crew [5] Special Quinazo Show [6] PRESS RELEASE = Upcoming LIVE African Music at HIDMO - Sundays JANUARY 2006 ************************************************************************* [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Anna Fisher (R.A.W. #1224) Subject: Anna Fisher Runnings Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2005 04:58:45 -0800 (PST) From: anna fisher Happy Holiday Greetings RAW Massive! First, want to share the wonderful news that "Black Gold & Green" by Third World Band has been nominated for a Grammy for Reggae Music Album of the year! I was blessed to have been invited to perform a tribute to Joe Higgs on this album on "There's A Reward". Things are moving on my studio and it is coming along nicely. Am working on new music again with Jawge Hughes, Third World and Aboubass. Will start rehearsing my band in the next 10 days and hope to give a show here in So. Cali to start. Ran into Jerri Jheto and his lovely wife, Dora at Trader Joe's here in LA. He would like to play the show as well. Kudos to my Sister, Zema who was booked to perform this week on the Rebel Salute Showcase Jan 14 in Jamaica. See her picture on the poster for once! Third World Band plays tomorrow night at The Jungle in Negril and the 29th at King's House. They're releasing a music video of "Revolution In Her Eyes" this week also from "Black Gold & Green". RAW DJ's if you don't have this release yet, contact Shanachie Records (973) 579-7363 for your promotional copy. You do not want to miss out! Barrington Levy backed by Detour Posse will be here in LA Feb at House of Blues West Hollywood! He's performing New Year's Eve with Detour in Belize. Jawge, keyboardist George Jr.'s dad is subbing for him while he takes paternity leave to see through the birth of his first born. Wanted to wish each and everyone of you a special blessing, May Jah, Guide and protect, You and Yours, Today and throughout 2006! One Love, Jah Ways, Anna Fisher (R.A.W. #1224) MOLIN MUSIC PO Box 75883 Los Angeles, CA 90075 molinus@pacbell.net http://www.AnnaFisher.com http://www.myspace.com/oboelady [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From Anna Fisher (R.A.W. #1224) Subject: Ras Charles Interview with Roger Steffens and Rootsee's Kwanzaa Message Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2005 06:45:40 -0800 (PST) From: anna fisher R.A.W. Massive, Give thanks for Ras Charles' Interview with Roger Steffens this past week Dec 18 : http://www.radio4all.net/index.php?op=program-info&program_id=15701&nav=& I found it most edutaining and apprecilove both of your efforts to forward the Reggae Vibes Everytime! Had wanted to call in to hail up Ras Rojah but ran short on time. T'ing irie! Going crazy with my space. If you have a link, please invite me to be your friend: http://www.myspace.com/oboelady By the way, I met Luna Angel through myspace! She was excited that I'd performed with her uncle, Junior Marvin before! What lovely tracks whe has! Her music is gorgeous, as is Sahra Indio. I'm glad to see Queen Omega and Queen Ifrika on the poster for Rebel Salute alongside Zema's! I hope the people will ask for a few more women before the selecting is over. (hint - hint!) I love that two of my favorites are on the bill, Burning Spear and Third World Band not to mention every other single solitary name on this show! WHAT A SHOW!!!!! Jan 14 Much Respect Tony Rebel! Now you put Zema with Third World, it's looking like I'll have to come down there! It may be expensive to go, but what would be the price of not going? http://www.tonyrebel.com/rebelsalute/06home.htm Would love suggestions (EZ links) :-) on places to stay close to the venue. My sister, Tasha Balsom of Lexington, MA was featured yesterday in the Boston Globe regarding her family's practice to celebrate three holidays. Our mother is Charlotte Fish of Gloucester, MA formerly of St. John, USVI. http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2005/12/26/so_much_to_celebrate?p1=email_to_a_friend Thanks for checking it! XOXOXOX, One Love, Jah Ways, Anna Fisher(R.A.W. #1224) MOLIN MUSIC PO Box 75883 Los Angeles, CA 90075 molinus@pacbell.net http://www.annafisher.com http://www.myspace.com/oboelady ps. Reggae Russ, please tell us how the South Florida Family Reggae Festival went earlier this month, would love to read a review of some kind. Richard Daley of Third World said it was beautiful! Give thanks! [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Lance-O (R.A.W. #904) Subject: 'REGGAE VIBES' #504 Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2005 21:01:19 -0500 From: lanceo@kulchashok.com Greetings Reggae, Soca & Caribbean music fans, 'REGGAE VIBES' has returned to it's original state with a few changes. First to hear this week's edition or to download click here: http://kulchashok.com/mp3/REGGAEVIBES504.MP3 THIS WEEKS EDITION is brought to you by ELVIS WHITE & their single 'I Promise You'. If you need their music let me know. For more http://www.elviswhite.com 'REGGAE VIBES' is produced each by KULCHA SHOK MUZIK. A production company that specializes in reggae, soca & Caribbean music. KULCHA SHOK produces radio programming, radio spots, music, voiceovers, music videos & shows. Kulcha Shok also does promotions, marketing, bookings, parties, special events, bookings, tours, djing, MCing, hosting & consulting. Each week 'REGGAE VIBES' provides a top ten based on the sales returns of singles sold in the USA of reggae & soca. 10.TUCK IN YU BELLY LEFT SIDE & ESCO STEELY & CLEAVIE 9. MARIJUANA TOK PURPLE SKUNK 8. BENG BENG GYPTAIN VP 7. MAMA DON'T CRY GYPTAIN NO DOUBT 6. EARTH A RUN RED(remix) RICHIE SPICE 5th ELEMENT 5. GHETTO STORY BABY CHAM MADHOUSE 4. TAXI FARE MR VEGAS & LEXXUS BRICH 3. THE LETTER KIP RICH BIG YARD 2. GANJA FARMER MARLON ASHER CARIBBEAN UNDERGROUND 1. REFLECTIONS JAH CURE DOWNSOUND This weeks story headings: 1. EEK A MOUSE 2. ARTS OLYMPICS 3. SOUNDBITES 4. NEW RELEASES 5. TRIVIA 6. SELECTOR'S CHOICE: ANTHONY MALVO & CAPLETON 'BAD MIND' Love & Respect, LANCE-O KULCHA SHOK MUZIK 1218 Drexel Av ste# 203 Miami, Fl 33139 http://www.kulchashok.com 305.534.6110 [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Baldread and the Raggamuffin Crew (R.A.W. #) Subject: Baldread and the Raggamuffin Crew Date: Wed, 28 Dec 2005 19:31:12 EST From: DFRNTVIEW@aol.com Greetings and Happy Holidays! Baldread and the Raggamuffin Crew, closing out 2005, in a positive style and fashion! 12/30/2005 Friday night @ Uncle Roy’s 22648 Mission blvd. Hayward, Ca. 10 PM Start Time _Bars in East Bay, CA on East Bay Citysearch Restaurants & Bars_ (http://aolsearch.aol.com/aol/redir?src=websearch&requestId=c320cf5bc8df6fe8&clickedItemRa nk=2&userQuery=uncle+roy+hayward&clickedItemURN=http://eastbay.citysearch.com/ yellowpages/results/East_Bay_CA/page1.html?pseudo_constrain=sec&topic_id=1214& context=restaurants_bars&sorted=alpha&alpha=U&title=Bars+in+East+Bay,+CA+on+Ea st+Bay+Citysearch+Restaurants+&+Bars) 12/31/2005 New Years Eve. Saturday night @ First Night Monterey “Night of a Thousand Stars”. _http://firstnightmonterey.org/_ (http://firstnightmonterey.org/) see performers fi line-up Baldread and the Raggamuffin Crew Custom House Plaza Main Stage—9:00-9:45; 10:00-10:45 One of the Bay Area’s best—reggae, world-beat, positive dance music for the whole family’s enjoyment. Come out and move your dancing feet! Ragga Ryan [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Big Mountain Int'l (R.A.W. #) Subject: Special Quinazo Show Date: Thu, 29 Dec 2005 01:43:36 EST From: BigMtnIntl@aol.com Start your new year off right by coming out to a really special show at the Belly Up Tavern. The show on Saturday, January 7th will be taped for the upcoming Quinazo Live Cd. Also on the bill that night will be Elijah Emanuel and the Revelations. For everyone that travels to shows from LA/Orange County, we are meeting you halfway!! If you have never been to the Belly Up, come check out this show! One of the best live venues around!! This is the first headlining show at the Belly Up for the band, so again, help us pack the place!!! Saturday, January 7 Belly Up Tavern 143 S. Cedros Ave Solana Beach, CA Time and cover: 9:00 p.m. start; $8 cover in advance & $10 day of show. Donna Vader Big Mountain / Quinazo www.myspace.com/quinazo www.myspace.com/bigmountainreggae [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Rob Pastorok (R.A.W. #) Subject: PRESS RELEASE = Upcoming LIVE African Music at HIDMO - Sundays JANUARY 2006 Date: Thu, 29 Dec 2005 13:13:04 -0800 From: Rob Pastorok African Music Night on Sunday nights (8-10 pm) at HIDMO East African Restaurant in Seattle (Detailed schedule below) LOCATION: HIDMO East African Restaurant 2000 S. Jackson St Seattle, WA (206) 329-1534 Free Admission (donations welcome) Nonsmoking venue Live African music and east African cuisine SCHEDULE Jan 1 = Soyaya Music of West Africa, featuring Mohammed Shaibu (Ghana) on vocals, guitar, and talking drum, Edward Souarez (Guinea) on vocals, calabash, and other percussion, Caxambu (USA) on percussion , and Jimmy Free (USA) on bass . Bringing in the New Year with one of HIDMO's favorite bands. Jan 8 = Maya Soleil Traditions Pan-African music & dance featuring Lora Chiorah- Dye from Zimbabwe, Kofi Anang from Ghana, Karim Koumbassa from Guinea, Lora's son Tendai Maraire, and more . This is the debut of a new lineup for Maya Soleil Traditions, and the dress rehearsal for their tour of southern California. The second half of the show will be an open jam, featuring some of your favorites, including Guillaume Mpacko from Cameroon. www.mayasoleil.com Jan 15 = Ibrahima Camara & Safal Music of Senegal with master drummer Ibrahima Camara and his group Safal. Original pop music compositions with traditional West African roots, spiced with the sounds of Reggae, Latin and Soukous. Join us for HIDMO's celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday. http://www.ibrahima.homestead.com/ Jan 22 = Leif Totusek & Friends Spirited high-life and other Afro-pop from guitar master Leif Totusek. Don't miss this show. Leif has toured with some of the best African musicians in the world because he has a true feel for African guitar styles. www.leiftotusek.com Jan 29 = Mahonyera Mbira Ensemble Traditional mbira music of Zimbabwe. Mahonyera consists of: Claire Jones/mbira, Sheree Seretse/mbira, Kevin Ugarte/mbira and Sooja Kelsey/hosho (shakers) There is nothing sweeter than the traditional music of Zimbabwe, so don't miss this night of beautiful music. Come join the fun in a "house-party" atmosphere where the performers let Rob Pastorok Maya Soleil Woodinville, WA mayasoleil@mindspring.com www.mayasoleil.com *********************************************************************** 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. 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