(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Tuesday April 25, 2006 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] HAJI MIKE: HAJIMIKE No. 1 IN SOUND CLICK POETRY CHART [2] Reggae Runnings........New Listings [3] BAMBU STATION SPRING TOUR [4] Cinco de Mayo Press Release [5] [LOZ:] GOSPELREGGAE: Zema/Lynx/Riddim Invasion 5/'Imisi/Papa San/Charts [6] new music [7] The Ark Band/RAW 1414 @ Mickey Finn's Pub in Toledo on Friday April 28 2006 [8] RRS News [9] Dr Mooch sends you reggae1/petition.html [10] New Release from SOULMEDIC- Western Cleansing [11] Groundation May tour _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Haji Mike (R.A.W. #) Subject: HAJI MIKE: HAJIMIKE No. 1 IN SOUND CLICK POETRY CHART Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2006 02:59:41 -0400 From: HAJI MIKE BRAND NEW SONG 'THE DRUM' BY HAJI MIKE & PRODUCED BY STAND OUT SELECTOR HAS BEEN SITTING AT THE NO.1 SPOT OF THE SOUNDCLICK.COM POETRY CHART FOR THE LAST COUPLE OF DAYS. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT band page: http://www.soundclick.com/hajimike [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Ambassador David (R.A.W. #5) Subject:Reggae Runnings........New Listings Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2006 09:36:27 EDT From: Davidbauma@aol.com Ambassador David's Productions 269-271-5219 "Your Caribbean Music Connection" Reggae Music "Special Music for Special People" Rastaman Nane Ambassador David's Pick Sunday, April 30 - The Wailers @ the Intersection ^^ Indicates New Listing Intersection, 133 Grandville SW Grand Rapids, MI 616-459-0931 www.sectionlive.com Sunday, April 30 - The Wailers (Bob Marley's Legendary Band) 18+ welcome. $18 in advance. 7:00 pm doors, 7:30 pm show. May 9th - Burning Spear and the Burning Band (Grammy Awarded Winner) 18+ welcome. $18 in advance. 8:00 pm doors, 9:00 pm show. Great Jamaica Food so come hungry! www.ticketmaster.com 616-373-7000 Tortilla Flats 124 Portage St. 269-381-4958 Saturday Nights Latin Dance Party 9 PM 21 + Featuring DJs Sammy Montero & DJ Tropickz Free Dance lessons from 9:30 P - 10:30 P Party Picks VIP passes good for ladies Until 11 P Czar's 505 - http://www.czars.com 505 Pleasant St. St. Joseph 269-983-1166 - 10 PM Jamaica Me Crazy Fridays REGGAE BANDS EVERY 1ST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH May 5th - Gizzae ^^June 2nd - Universal Xpression ^^July 7th - Indika with Bunny Jackson & U-Roy Jr. ^^August 4th Roots Vibration The B.O.B. "Island Lounge" 2nd Floor 20 Monroe Ave. NW Grand Rapids Ph 616-356-2000 May 6th - Cinco De Mayo Celebration 6 PM - DJs Sammy Montero 9 PM - Oruesta Sensacional Stage Coach Barn (Behind the Black Hawk Restaurants) Corner of M-43 & M-89 Richland 269-629-9460 9 PM ^^ May 5th - Smoke Stack Lightin (Blues) May 6th - Soul Men - ALL AGE Blue Bothers Impersonators with the Kalamazoo Ave. Band May 12th & 13th -Zion Lion Boathouse 269-857-2888 10 PM 449 Water St. Saugatuck, MI. April 22nd - Out of Favor Boys (Blues) April 29th Smoke Stack Lightin (Blues) ^^ Box Factory for the Arts 1101 Broad St. St. Joseph, MI. 269-983-3688 All Age 8 PM May 20th - Zion Lion September 29th & 30th NEW DATE Kalamazoo Music Cruise 2 nights 4 venues 8 bands Francois, Tortilla Flats more venues in downtown Kalamazoo TBA $10.00 both night all venues $8.00 one night all venues 5.00 one night one venue Reggae DJ Clubs OZ - With DJ Billy the Kid Thursdays 210 South 5th St. Ann Arbor, MI Infinity Sounds & Spector Entertainment 2nd Saturdays at WIAA Hall 2015 E. 7 Mile Rd Detroit Every Thursday Passa Passa - 9 PM Café Lura-3184 N Milwaukee Ave Milwaukee & Belmont, Chicago Dancehall 101 Wednesdays - Joe's Sports Bar Weed Street, Chicago 11pm -4am Caribbean Foods Jamaican Dave's Take Out "The Real Taste Of Jamaica" 1059 Wealthy, Grand Rapids 616-458-7875 Co Co Tropical 517-485-2894 East Grand River Ave., Lansing Hot Spot 269-927-1303 Island Cuisine 76 West Wall Street, Benton Harbor Reggae Radio Dancehall/Reggae WCBN 88.3 FM - Ann Arbor Saturday 7:00p-9:00p Host: Brian Tomsic http://141.211.233.117/rss/Dancehall_Reggae/ Ghetto Vibez CJAM 91.5 FM - Windsor, On. Saturday 3:00p-5:00p Hosts: Ghetto Vibez Sound Crew The Michael Julien Show WDET 101.9 FM - Detroit Saturday 12:00p-5:00a Host: Michael Julien - http://141.211.233.117/rss/Train_To_Skaville/ Reggae Revolution WIDR 89.1 FM DJ - I.B. - Kazoo Tuesday 10 PM - Midnight Request line 269-387-6303 Natty Dreadlock Rock - Rootsmon Bird- Lansing Sundays 5pm-9pm, WLNZ, 89.7, www.wlnz.org or webradio.com WCBN, 88.3 FM Train to Skaville "Strictly Vintage Jamaican Music" 7PM-8PM Tuesday REGGAE STREET WSND 88.9 FM - South Bend The African Teacher & Jah Dave @ the Controls Saturday 10 PM - Midnight Rastaman Vibrations Monday from 9-10pm on WXOU 88.3FM - Detroit O.C. Roberts WHPR 88.1 FM - Detroit Fridays 9 PM to 2 AM Live from Gibson's Lounge 12924 Puritan, Detroit. Simulcast on TV 33 or Comcast TV 71. Larock and O.C. Roberts Sundays - 12MID-2AM 102.7 FM / Radio 1 Detroit Reggae Web Sites Caribbeanconnection2002.com (for your Live and DJ Reggae needs) Reggaeambassadors.org Islandfestkalamazoo.com ^^www.kalamazoosalsa.com Jaman Reggae DVDs www.jamanreggaedvd.com www.myccco.com (Caribbean Cultural Carnival Origination) www.kalamazoosalsa.com Detroitreggae.com Chicago_Reggae.com Niceup.com Chicagoreggae.com Strictlyrootsmusic.com South Bend Reggae www.southbendreggae.com Please Forward This Email to All Your Friends Turn Them On To Jah's Music - Reggae Music To Be Added To Ambassador David's Reggae Mailing List Please Reply To Davidbauma@aol.com [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Mt Nebo Records (R.A.W. #) Subject: BAMBU STATION SPRING TOUR Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2006 12:31:00 -0400 From: Mt. NEBO RECORDS IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BAMBU STATION SPRING TOUR by Hector Rosario / 678-887-1912/hector@mtneborecords.com (Washington, D.C.) - The music of St. Croix, Virgin Islands has consistently created a full stir among reggae music lovers since the late 90's. Releases such as "Yesterday's News" by Army, "Eastbound - Various Artists," "Unpolished" and "Ras Mek Peace" by Midnite and a host of other releases introduced to the world, the conscience, value and worthiness of the music from this small island. In 2002, Bambu Station added to this stir with its compilation"Talkin' Roots - Volume I" and has since beckoned California listeners with its assortment of provocative releases and its first California performancec at the 2004 Monterey Bay Reggage Festival. Since then, Bambu Station has toured and worked profusely at getting their perspective out to the masses performing in small and big venues alike. If you have never attended a Bambu Station show, the atmosphere is almost surreal as it was at the 2005 Sierra Nevada World Music Festival! People really don't know whether to dance or listen because the band's songs are that introspective, yet their music so inviting. Songs like "Good Works" and "Only Jah Jah Know" have literally rendered musicians and audiences alike speechless. "House of the Living," "Humanity Bawlin'," and "Eyes of Men" have touched so many, that these songs can be heared everywhere. Jalani Horton, a family mediator by profession says, "We reach out to all, to support what is good and fight against what is bad. In an industry where entertainment is the goal, it ain't easy doing what we do, but we believe our people, this music, it's purpose and the legacy of the pioneers that brought it forward is worth fighting for!" By any estimation, many fans are anxiously awaiting the next album by Bambu Station which is scheduled for release on May 28, 2006. The band will showcase some of these songs on their upcoming tour which begins on Sunday, April 23rd, World Beat Center, San Diego, CA at the Earth Day Festival and lyrics from the album can be read in the POET's CORNER at http://www.mtneborecords.com/poets_corner.php. If you love roots reggae music, this one is a must. If you love superb songwriting, this one will be a classic! If you love the vibes of the sisters, Bambu Station will introduce a new St. Croix Empress on their new album. SPRING TOUR DATES: Sun., April 23 - San Diego, CA @ EARTH DAY FESTIVAL, World Beat Center Tue., April 25 - Laguna Beach, CA feat. IBA & IJAH MENELIK @ Club M Fri., April 28 - Sacramento, CA @ Sweet Fingers Sat., April 29 - Oakland, CA @ Brookins AME Church Sun., April 30 - Santa Cruz, CA @ Moe's Alley Mon., May 1 - San Francisco, CA @ Club Dread Wed., May 3 - San Juan Capistrano, CA @ Coach House Thu., May 4 - Los Angeles, CA @ Key Club Sat., May 7 - Baltimore, MD @ SONAR Interviews available upon request. For more information regarding Bambu Station or other Mt. Nebo Records artists, please visit us at www.mtneborecords.com. [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Sister Yasmin (R.A.W. #) Subject: Cinco de Mayo Press Release Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2006 16:45:29 -0700 From: Yasmin Solomon Press Release/PSA - For immediate release - April 22, 2006 Contact: Cheryl Sidrian (707) 884-3441 sisteryasmin@hotmail.com, 884-4703 CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA AT GUALALA HOTEL ON FRIDAY, MAY 5, 2006 What: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta with Special Mexican Cuisine & Dance When: Friday, May 5, 2006 Where: The Gualala Hotel, 39301 Shoreline Highway (South Highway One) Gualala, CA Time: Special Mexican Dinner starts at 5pm Dance begins at 8pm Information: (707) 884-3441 The historic Gualala Hotel at 39301 Shoreline Highway (South Highway 1) in downtown Gualala, proudly presents a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Friday, May 5th. A special Mexican cuisine featuring delicious Mexican specialties will be served beginning at 5pm. Dance to a magical mix of hot, spicey music from Mexico, Latin American, The Caribbean, The World, plus funky Old School jams, starting at 8pm; music provided by DJ Sister Yasmin's Crucial Dance Riddims. The Gualala Hotel has pool tables, a full bar and good vibes--a great place to dine, dance and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with family, friends and neighbors. More information at 707-884-3441. [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Lion Of Zion Ent (R.A.W. #) Subject: [LOZ:] GOSPELREGGAE: Zema/Lynx/Riddim Invasion 5/'Imisi/Papa San/Charts Date: 23 Apr 2006 01:24:02 -0000 From: list_owner@lionofzion.com Greetings from GospelReggae.com, Riddim Invasion 5 and Zema's latest CD "Overcome" are now available from our massive webstore. We have just drastically reduced the price of Papa San's "Real and Personal" CD to only $12.94--so pick up your copy today! Mr. Lynx's top selling "Prophetic Fire" is back in stock. We have the latest update from 'Imisi as they prepare to launch their new album "Forward" in the first week of May. We are continuing to add more albums to our digital download service at GospelReggae.com including exclusive tracks by artists like Sherwin and Mr. Lynx that you won't find anywhere else in the world. Only GospelReggae.com offers you the largest selection of Gospel Reggae MP3s (digital downloads) for only 99 cents each! We have also included the latest gospel reggae charts including a new digital down load chart. Here are the details: 1>. RIDDIM INVASION 5 AND ZEMA'S "OVERCOME" NOW AVAILABLE 2>. PAPA SAN'S "REAL AND PERSONAL" ON SALE FOR ONLY $12.94 3>. IMISI PUSHES "FORWARD" 4>. MR. LYNX'S, "PROPHETIC FIRE" BACK IN STOCK 5>. OTHER NEW WEBSTORE RELEASES (available from www.gospelreggae.com): 6>. GOSPEL REGGAE CHARTS (Radio, Download and Sales Charts) 1>. RIDDIM INVASION 5 AND ZEMA'S "OVERCOME" NOW AVAILABLE ARTIST: Zema ALBUM: Overcome (Only $13.95) GENRE: Roots Reggae LABEL: Melchizedek Music [220_t.jpg] From Melchizedek Music comes the highly anticipated fifth release from Zema (pronounced Zay-mah). "Overcome" is strictly r oots reggae featuring all live instrumentation. Replete with ten tracks of pure one-drop delight and three sweet dubs, this album was made with the conscious roots reggae lover in mind. "Overcome" was recorded at Bob Marley's Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston, Jamaica with some of Jamaica's finest singers and players of instruments such as; Sly and Robbie, The Gladiators, Horsemouth (drums), Danny Thompson (bass), Dalton Browne (guitar & background vocals), Sticky (percussion), and Ansel Collins (keyboards). There are three vocal duets on "Overcome"; the Motown classic "Stoned Love" featuring Abijah, Son and Daughter of Jah featuring the classic voice of Al Griffiths from the Gladiators and "Don't Give Up" featuring Mark Wonder. Errol Brown, Shane Brown, Sylvan Morris and Dalton Browne mixed this album. Reggae archivist Roger Steffens described Zema's sound as "healing music for the 21st century." On &qu ot;Overcome," she once again showcases her talents as singer, songwriter, arranger and producer. As a devout Messianic Jew, she also reveals her deep Christian faith that is reflected in all 13 cuts of potent conscious roots reggae and dub. Described as one of today's most popular female roots reggae vocalists, Zema continues to "Overcome" in a primarily male-dominated genre with her strongest vocal performance to date. On her newest CD, this California roots daughter (who has recently relocated to Kingston, Jamaica) collaborates with the crme of the crop in general market reggae scene to bring us an album drenched in authenticity and soaked in spirituality. Pick up your copy today. SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com ARTIST: Various Artists ALBUM: Riddim Invasion 5 (Only $13.95) GENRE: Roots Reggae LABEL: Lion of Judah Sounds [219_t.jpg] Busting through the gates with yet another musical stampede is "Riddim Invasion 5" from Lion of Judah Sounds. On this album, producers DJ Frost (Streetlight Mixtape) and Monty G (Until Life) deliver the fifth installment of their hugely popular "Riddim Invasion" series. Unlike VP Records' famous Riddim Driven albums that feature only one hit riddim per album, Lion of Judah spares us of the monotony by giving us five phat beats on one insane album. Packed full of breakneck dancehall beats and five sweltering riddims ridden by top gospel dancehall artists such as Monty G, Mr. Lynx, Yankee, and Avalanchee, this album is all-killer and no-filler. Replete with a whopping twenty tracks courtesy of Frost and crew, "Riddim Invasion 5" is sure to sati sfy even the most diehard dancehall fan. This is 100% pure dancehall for the true enthusiast and novice alike and is sure to mash up any dancehall! To hear sound clips from these and hundreds of other gospel reggae albums, simply visit our webstore today! SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 2>. PAPA SAN'S "REAL AND PERSONAL" ON SALE FOR ONLY $12.94 Artist: Papa San Album: Real & Personal Genre: Dancehall Label: Gospo Centric Records Cost: NOW ONLY $12.94! [218_t.jpg] On this new project, Papa San continues to present faith-based themes in his fresh sonically entertaining style of digital Dancehall Reggae with production similar to Sean Paul's l atest effort. In the early-80's, Papa San was one of the pioneers of the secular dancehall movement. Now as a Gospel artist, he has already collected 12 Marlin Awards and a Stellar Award. His first album Victory entered number 5 on the Reggae Billboard Chart. Real & Personal is notable in its musical accessibility and recognizable rapid-fire lyrics along with solo highlights by special guests. The debut single, 'More Life,' is currently impacting Gospel & Urban radio as well as Reggae mix shows. As a top selling Christian artist in the gospel dancehall genre, Papa San brings his trademark sound to fans the world over. To hear sound clips from this album and pick up your copy today, simply visit our webstore today! SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 3>. IMISI PUSHES "FORWARD": [1144546425.jpg] The premier gospel reggae duo known as 'Imisi has been extremely busy lately doing last minute preparations and pre-promotions for the launch of their second album with Lion of Zion Entertainment. The guys have performed a host of shows over the last few months and people are getting hyped in anticipation for the release of "Forward". In early April, David and Jubilee joined Mark Mohr, Avion Blackman and the Lion of Zion staff for Gospel Music week in Nashville, Tennessee. It was a very successful trip. More than 3,000 gather each April in Nashville, for this premiere annual gospel music convention. The event attracts a diverse group of industry segments including artists, radio, retail, managers, agents, promoters, and media. Everyday the LOZ crew paraded around GMA with bright red, gold and green GOSPELREGGAE.COM T-shirts passing out the latest issue of the Ultimate Gospel Reggae Guide al ong with promo T-shirts, Lion of Zion radio samplers and pre-releases of 'Imisi's "Forward" album. The response was very positive and the Gospel Reggae genre was all the buzz around GMA. No GMA is complete without an artist showcase. 'Imisi and Avion Blackman performed two showcases in Nashville and one show in Alabama. At the Nashville Publicity Group showcase, the guys shared the stage with Bryan Duncan, Kevin Max (dcTalk), Michael Sweet (Stryper) and members of Petra. 'Imisi closed their set with a stellar performance of their title track "Forward", alongside Christafari's Mark Mohr. Papa San was also in attendance at GMA this year sporting a bright yellow GospelReggae.com T-shirt! Don't worry; the shirts will be available soon! He gave an energetic performance of songs from his new album "Real and Personal" at the Monday night urban showcase. 'Imisi and the Lion of Zion crew were there waving their rags and dancing up front in su pport of this legendary artist. In addition to the performances, 'Imisi and Avion did their fair share of Media interviews for major radio and television shows. They will also join Christafari next week for a trip to North Carolina for the taping of the Steel Roots Show (for the Inspirational Television Network) and a live performance of their debut single. 'Imisi's Forward releases the first week of May. You will be able to pre-order the album very soon from GospelReggae.com. In promotion of the release, the group is hosting a CD Launch Party on Friday the 5th of May. Here are the details: Date: Friday, May 5, 2006 Artist: 'Imisi and Avion Blackman Location: Riverside, CA, US Venue: 'Imisi "Forward" CD Release party at the Christian Life Center Address: 9085 California Avenue, Riverside, CA. 92503 Admission: Free!!! Contact: 951.966.1241 E-mail: ye_vita@yahoo.com imisi@lionofzion.com Description : Avion Blackman will also be performing that night along with a special guest appearance by Mark Mohr of Christafari. Come and be the first to pick up a copy of the 'Imisi's highly anticipated "Forward" CD. The event begins at 7pm sharp. For more information on 'Imisi visit: www.imisi.com 4>. MR. LYNX'S, "PROPHETIC FIRE" BACK IN STOCK: [187_t.jpg] This album has been burning up the gospel reggae charts with a fury over the last year. Regrettably his label has had troubles keeping the best selling recording in stock. Many of you have called requesting the critically acclaimed project. We thank you for your patience. After a long wait and a whole lot of persistence, we managed to get a large shipment of his latest CD sent to our GospelReggae.com warehouse. So what are you waiting for? Order "Prophetic Fire" today! SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 5>. OTHER NEW WEBSTORE RELEASES (available from www.gospelreggae.com): THESE TITLES ALSO AVAILABLE AT WWW.GOSPELREGGAE.COM... Various Artists, Reggaeton Baptism (Lion of Zion) $14.95 Reggaeton (pronounced "ray-gay-tone") is a gritty hybrid of hip-hop and dancehall reggae set to primarily Spanish lyrics. Born in the barrios of Panama and Puerto Rico in the early 90's, Reggaeton is now the fastest growing genre of music in the Americas. The 'fuego' is red hot in this sizzling release and you'd swear these gospel artists are better than their secular counterparts. The various performers on "Reggaeton Baptism" command the listener to draw near to the Lord over infectious bangara and Latin beats. Drawing from almost a dozen various producers, this album represents the whole spectrum of Reggaeton and guides the listener to the future of this musical style--diversity. Reggaeton has been described as dancehall reggae (or slow soca) adorned with Spanish rap. However, this album is not just for Latinos. This style has proven contagious for both Latinos and non-Latinos alike and there is enough English and Spanglish on "Reggaeton Baptism" to appease any gringo. On Reggaeton Baptism, the artists demonstrate their ceaseless passion for the Lord over addictive cuts such as "Bien Safao / Magnetic" by Ivan y Ab, "Bedeng Bedeng Wiyo" by Christafari, & "Nada Mas" by Joel Upperground. The biggest hits by the top Christian artists and the hottest new genre slam together on one album creating music that truly baptizes Reggaeton for Jesus Christ! Pick up your copy today! GITTA DA N, REGGAEMATIC WORSHIP (GospelReggae.com) $14.95 You may already know Denton Peschier (AKA Gitta Dan) as one-half of the premier gospel reggae dancehall duo "Tiko and Gitta". Now with his first solo debut Reggaematic Worship, Gitta delivers a powerfully engaging album. On this project, Gitta has found a unique way to add a little dancehall flavor to hardcore roots and culture, while maintaining an organic (and even sometimes acoustic) flavor to the often-digitized domain of dancehall. He is a man of many voices. He is a prolific songwriter with a knack for impersonations including dead-on imitations of the likes of Sizzla, Yami Bolo, Nicodemus and Buju Banton to name a few. Gitta Dan is unquestionably the most versatile singer/deejay in the entire genre of reggae, including the secular arena. Reggaematic Worship is full of clever lyrics, catchy melodies and oozes of authenticity. It's a must-have for both roots and dancehall fans alike. This album contin ues to be a top seller at GospelReggae.com in both CD and download sales. KOEN DUNCAN, BRING DOWN (Flow Masters Records) $13.95 Formerly of the Broadway Boyz International, Koen Duncan's debut album is one of our recent top-sellers and his title track Bring Down is one of the most downloaded songs on the new digital download service at GospelReggae.com. Koen is one of those rare vocalists that is just as inspiring singing alone with a guitar in hand as he is riding the best produced riddims from God's House of Flows. With a voice larger than life, Koen's distinctly organic growl is perfectly controlled, resulting in a remarkably smooth vocal delivery. This album was produced by Sherwin Gardner and perfectly incorporates the music of Trinidad and Tobago. Koen combines dancehall, ragga soca, soca, roots and jamoo to deliver an upbeat production sure to satisfy even the most critical ear. This is a powerful debut! HOWIE HUTCHINSON, JOURNEYMAN (G ospelReggae.com) $13.95 Originally from Jamaica, but now hailing from the United Kingdom, Howie Hutchinson is one of the most gifted and talented vocalists that we have ever featured on Gospelreggae.com. Howie's silky smooth vocals and distinctive roots incantations are very much in the tradition of such reggae heavyweights as Luciano and Franky Paul. While this may only be his first album, he already sounds like a veteran rootsman and many of the songs on this album such as "He Changed My World" and "Rose of Sharon", will surely become gospel reggae classics. A great album is able to withstand the test of time and Journeyman has all the makings of a timeless recording. Howie is on track to take the gospel reggae genre to the next level -- and this is likely to be the first step in that direction. D.J. FROST: STREET LIGHT MIXTAPE, VARIOUS ARTISTS (LION OF JUDAH SOUNDS) $13.95 DJ Frost brings us the first gospel reggae mix tape, yet another hot release from the Lion Of Judah Sounds! This was the #1 top selling CD for 6 months straight on GospelReggae.com. It contains 33 massive tracks with a variety of styles ranging from dancehall to roots. Featured riddims include the Dropleaf Riddim, Hard Times Riddim, Old Times Riddim, Military Riddim, and even a set of various hip-hop riddims (under the Hip Hop movement section). In classic mixtape style, various DJ's and vocalists take their turns flowing over popular riddims with a healthy dose of chaotic sound effects supplied by producer DJ Frost. The artist lineup features such big names as Sherwin Gardner, Monty G, and Mr. Lynx as well as other well-known microphone verb slingers as Yankee, Avalanchee, and a host of others. Overall, this should be a welcomed addition to your musical arsenal. There is enough crowd-pleasing ammunition on these 33 tracks to keep this CD in heavy rotation for a long time. VARIOUS ARTISTS, REGGAE FOR CHRIST V OLUME I (OFMB Records) $9.99 Reggae For Christ, Vol. 1, is a spirited collection of reggae praise and worship tracks from OFMB Records. Featuring such talented artists as Judy Mowatt (formerly of Bob Marley and the Wailers), The Katalys Crew, Andrew Lawrence (Change) and Mikey Spice, this is a well-produced release with great artwork, extensive liner notes, and an enhanced interactive CD (which includes over 60 minutes of photos, music, interviews, & music videos). The overall style of the CD is roots reggae with a healthy dose of Caribbean gospel & praise and worship. This is a great addition to your gospel reggae collection & includes the top ten hit "Ease & Settle" by the Katalys Crew. SHERWIN GARDNER PRESENTS: TURN IT UP, VOL. I, (Flow Masters) $14.95 Sherwin Gardner, one of the top producers in the gospel reggae/dancehall/soca arena, brings us this GospelReggae.com best seller. Turn It Up, Vol. I is a various ar tist compilation showcasing some of Trinidad's best talent with artists like; Tiko Angelos, Shiselon, Sherwin Gardner, K.O.T.I.J., Jadee, Mr. Danny, Christlike, Koen Duncan and Alter Call. Noteworthy tracks include the top selling downloads on GospelReggae.com, "Divine" and "Dust Them Away by Mr. Danny and "Nah Go Better," Tiko's first single since his "Royal Priesthood" album with Gitta Dan. This slammin' 15 track album also contains "Do Right", "Bashment" and "Heat" by the best-selling Sherwin Gardner, new soca from former secular mainstay, Jadee and some hip hop vibes courtesy of Shiselon. LYNETTE WHITE, I WILL LIFT MY VOICE (GospelReggae.com) $8.99 Lynette White's debut CD I Will Lift My Voice blends Reggae, dancehall and R&B sultriness with inspirational lyrics to create a distinctive and altogether fresh sound in gospel reggae. Top Tracks include "The Lord's Prayer", & quot;Blessed Assurance", "My Tribute" and "Prime Time." These songs have memorable, melodic hooks, and hearken musically back to White's days contributing vocals to the soundtrack of The Lion King, "Hakuna Matata", Bob Marley's Soul Almighty, Universal Pictures' "One Love" Sound track, and her touring days with the Wailing Souls. I Will Lift My Voice has been described as "an anointed fusion of reggae, neo-soul, R&B, and just plain ol' gospel music." Lynette strongly believes in her desire to create music that appeals to multi-cultural people such as herself that want to hear Zion's praises sang with a world-beat rhythm and a soulful melody. Order these top-selling CDs today at www.GospelReggae.com. Whether you want to buy an entire CD or just download some of your favorite songs, GospelReggae.com is your destination for Strictly Positive Music. COMING SOON: Spring seems to be the season for new gospel reggae releases! Keep your eye out for hot new albums from the following artists in the near future: 'Imisi Mr. Danny Mr. Mention Gospel Fi Share 2 March Out Kunta Kente Avalanchee Monty G Trinity Mix Stitchie Reggae Redemption Songs 2 To hear sound clips from these albums and hundreds of other quality Gospel Reggae releases simply visit our webstore today! SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 6>. GOSPEL REGGAE CHARTS (Radio, Download and Sales Charts): GOSPEL REGGAE RADIO CHARTS (LIVE 365): These are the highest rated songs over the last 30 days according to the listeners (as of 4/18/05). Vote for your favorite songs today on our 24-hour free online radio station! Simply go to the following link and click on the Radio icon!: http://www.gospelreggae.com 1. K.O.T.I.J., "My Help", Turn It Up, Vol. 1 2. Sherwin Gardner, "Closer To You", Closer To You 3. Golden Judah, "Warring Man Song", Hot Bread 4. The Love Circle, "Always Remember", Home Grown 5. Sherwin Gardner, "To The King", To The King 6. Kujo Oti, Jesus, "You're My King", Africa Anointed 7. Christafari, "Dreadlocked Samson", Reggae Sunday School 8. Sherwin Gardner, "Heat", Turn It Up, Vol. 1 9. Papa San, "Tell Me Why", Real & Personal 10. Papa San, "Oh Zion", Real & Personal 11. Papa San, "For You Lord", Real & Personal 12. Mr. Lynx, "Good Day", Street Light Mixtape 13. Monty G, "Hey! Christian Party", Revolution 14. Jah Servant, "Love You More", Unity Riddim Sessions 15. Dane -Jah-Rus, "Jesus", Riddim Invasion 5 16. Christafari, "My Sustenance", Gravity 17. Yankee, "Anything", Riddim Invasion 5 18. Sherwin Gardner, "Shower", Closer To You 19. Papa San, "Hail Him Up", Victory 20. Junior C, "Rocky Road", DB II 21. Christafari, Limit X, Stitchie, "Africa Anointed", Africa Anointed 22. Christafari, "Hidden DUB", Gravitational Dub 23. Yankee, "All My Days", Riddim Invasion 5 24. Various Artists, "We Coming", Soca Baptism 25. Sherwin Gardner, "He Died For Me", Closer To You GospelReggae.com Digital Download charts: Top Song Downloads 1. Koen Duncan, "Bring Down", Bring Down 2. Gitta Dan, "Deeper", Reggaematic Worship 3. Sherwin Gardner, "Do Right", Turn It Up 4. Mr. Lynx ( feat Dane-Jah-rus), "Good Day" Street Light Mix Tape 5. Mr. Danny, "Divine", Turn It Up 6. Gitta Dan, "Wise Vibes", Reggaematic Worship 7. Koen Duncan, "Sin No More", Bring Down 8. Mr. Danny, "Dust Them Away", Turn It Up 9. Gitta Dan, "Catch it on Jah". Reggaematic Worship 10. Koen Duncan, "Count It All Joy", Bring Down GospelReggae.com webstore charts: Top Sellers--LAST 30 DAYS 1. Various Artists, Reggae For Christ 2. Gitta Dan, Reggaematic Worship 3. Various Artists, Riddim Invasion 5 4. Papa San, Real & Personal 5. Various Artists, Turn It Up 6. Various Artists, D.J. Frost-Street Light Mixtape 7. Koen Duncan, Bring Down 8. Mr. Lynx, Living Furnace 9. Various Artists, Reggaeton Baptism 10. Mr. Lynx, Prophetic Fire Top Sellers--LAST 6 MONTHS 1. Various Artists, D.J. Frost-Street Light Mixtape 2. Gitta Dan, Reggaematic Worship 3. Koen Duncan, Bring Down 4. Various Artists, Turn It Up, Vol. 1 5. Various Artists, Reggae For Christ 6. Various Artists, Reggaeton Baptism 7. Christafari, Reggae Sunday School 8. Papa San, Real & Personal 9. Howie Hutchinson, Journeyman 10. Avion Blackman, Onyinye Top Sellers--ALL TIME 1. Christafari, WordSound Power 2. Christafari, Reggae Worship 3. Christafari, DUBSound&Power 4. Christafari, Gravity 5. Christafari and Friends, Dancehall Baptism 1 6. Sherwin Gardner, Closer 7. Various Artists, Reggae Redemption Songs 8. Sherwin Gardner, Leaning 9. Chevelle Franklyn, Joy 10. Various Artists, Raggamuffin Hip Hop 1 For more chart information, to hear samples from these CDs and to listen to Gospel Reggae Radio please visit: Blessings in Christ, The staff of GospelReggae.com www.gospelreggae.com www.lionofzion.com www.christafari.com www.avionblackman.com www.imisi.com www.reggaesundayschool.com [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Eyasu Brosgart (R.A.W. #) Subject: new music Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2006 19:39:59 -0700 (PDT) From: eyasu brosgart Greetings R.A.W. massive , This is Eyasu Earth Brother ( Rights Records ) Blessings to all the reggae people round the world , I have music in a new spot on mypace called : myspace.com/eyasuearthbrother . Make sure to listen to it , it is 4 pre-released tracks off of my new album soon to be out : Nature . It is all 100% self produced from scratch , I sing and play every thing live exept guitar by : Joel ( fast runner ) Gildersleeve and harmonies by : Tatiana ( roots ) Mcallistar . I also am with producing other artists as well as distributing so , for d.j's wanting to recieve c.d's , also there is , a c.d. I released in 2003 ( equal rights street ) that was recieving rotation . Keeping the faith Eyasu Earth Brother [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Roots-ee (R.A.W. #) Subject:The Ark Band/RAW 1414 @ Mickey Finn's Pub in Toledo on Friday April 28 2006 Date: Sun, 23 Apr 2006 21:28:44 -0400 From: rlam Greetings all compadres, The Ark ( reggae ) Band invites you and all of your friends to our reggae get together party at Mickey Finn's Pub on Friday April 28. Mickey Finn's is a well known Toledo establishment for music especially Irish and now they venture out to diversify and to add Caribbean music for the very first time. Friday April 28 9: 30 pm Mickey Finn's Pub 602 Lagrange @ Huron ( close to area of where WTOL TV is by the Martin Luther King Jr bridge and the 40 storied glass building on Summit street ) 419.246.3466 http://www.mickeyfinnspub.com secure parking As many of you know, ( taken from our website http://thearkband.com ) the operating principle of The Ark Band encompasses the following - THE ARK BAND believes that reggae music is a powerful force that will unite people of all ages, races, abilities and walks of life- and we play with that goal in mind For all of you among the 300 hundred or so who were at the BGSU's Caribbean Association's April 6 2006 third annual CaribFest i wish to share with you the special message sent by Errol Samuel a former Caribbean Association President writing from Antigua that was read at the Fest - Greetings to all at this BGSU Caribbean Association CARIBFEST 2006 from Antigua and the Caribbean. Many thanks and great appreciation to President Irma and her team for carrying on the tradition that started 2 years ago. Keep the message of Reggae and Caribbean music alive at BGSU...a message of LOVE, UNITY, PEACE and ONENESS among all the world's people. Wishing all good and "irie" evening of clean fun and enjoyment. Hail to the Brothers of the ARK Band. Keep doing the excellent job in spreading the great sounds of Reggae music. Thought I am miles apart (in the sunshine), I am with you in mind and spirit. PEACE, LOVE and TOGETHERNESS. Errol Samuel Past President, BGSU Caribbean Association. All due respescx to all. Please share this with any/all of your friends and come out to enjoy yourselves in unity and solidarity and to 'dance as if nobody is looking.' Together all of us will express as one to be a strong entity. Blessings, Errol for The Ark Band one love one peace roots-ee --- the ark band http://thearkband.com ( reggae ) http://thearkband.blogspot.com [8] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Roots Rock Society (R.A.W. #) Subject: RRS News Date: Sun, 23 Apr 2006 19:28:31 -0700 (PDT) From: StannChampion Roots Rock Society Heads to Inner Circle's Circle House Studio in North Miami Beach International recording artists and award winning ensemble Roots Rock Society heads to south Florida to tweak some tracks for their next CD release, "TimeBless" at Inner Circle's Circle House state of the art, recording studio in North Miami Beach this May. Run by Ian and Rodger Lewis (Fox Televisions "Cops", "Bad Boys" fame). All one has to do is turn on major radio to hear artists that have recorded at Circle House. RRS will represent Chicago with their one of a kind sound of tropical soul and will join the likes of Mariah Carey, Damian Marley, 50 Cent, Will Smith, Lenny Kravitz, NAZ and Ricky Martin. RRS founder and guitarist, Stann Champion met Rodger in Jamaica while there recording at Bob Marley's Tuff Gong studios and performing at the Zinc Fence Theater back in 1980. Stann acquired tips and info from Rodger as well as Wailer guitarist Junior Marvin during his stay. "I will never forget Rodger inviting us into his home in Kingston and sharing his knowledge and hospitality...even back then, I realized that it was a special moment and I am glad to have this opportunity to work the RRS project at their studio," says Champion. Stann and crew will be spending 4 days at Circle House, arranged by Lee O. Thomas of Dread City Music, who has worked with Inner Circle, Hugh Masekela, Pablo Moses and Otis Clay. Also recruited for the project is engineer James Wisner, who has recently worked with Jamie Fox, R. Kelly and Elephant Man. Special thanks to project coordinator Leni Birondo, also Lourdes Hersh and Donetta Thomas. Stann Champion uses Elixir Strings exclusively. RRS is sponsored by Sam Ash Music. Visit: rootsrocksociety.com Please Post [9] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Dr Mooch (R.A.W. #) Subject: Dr Mooch sends you reggae1/petition.html Reply-To: muchanza@comcast.net Dr Mooch, muchanza@comcast.net, sends you the enclosed page from PetitionOnline.com: http://www.PetitionOnline.com/reggae1/petition.html ** ** ** Personal comments from "muchanza@comcast.net": Greetings Tom, just saw and signed this from Arcanovi management group. Thought I should pass the word unto Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide massive and support the cause.Whaa Gwaan! Thank and blessed love, Doc. [10] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Soulmedic (R.A.W. #) Subject: New Release from SOULMEDIC- Western Cleansing Date: Mon, 24 Apr 2006 17:34:51 -0700 (PDT) From: soul medic !! NEW RELEASE FROM ARTIST SOULMEDIC !! Soulmedic's new album- Western Cleansing is heating up the Reggae and Dancehall market with earth-shaking new tracks from the lyrical healer. Blazing tunes of higher inspariation and Rastafari conciousness- Soulmedic gives the people vocal versatility and furthers lyrical skill in dancehall music. Western Cleansing features combination tracks with General Smiley (of original Michigan & Smiley), Jahworks the Revolutionary, Biblical, Warrior, Ishence, Sista Kat and more. Western Cleansing is the second release from the Jah Kebra Music label, with tracks produced by Batch of Sound V.I. Zion Records, Nick Fantastic of the Hard Times Riddem, Rudi Boptail of Ras Redemption Records ( feat. vetrans Fully Fullwood, Santa Davis, Tony Chin, and Gawge), and many tunes produced by Medic himself. The album also features bonus tracks by Warrior, Biblical, and Jahworks the Revolutionary. Western Cleansing is distributed by IDC (independentdistro.com), Earnie B's (ebreggae.com) and is available 2 listen and buy on the web at CDbaby.com, Towerecords.com and itunes.com. Stay posted for upcoming show dates. Sean Mitchell ceo Jah Kebra Music po box 570 Nevada City CA 95959 fadamedic@yahoo.com Jahkebra.com 530 559 4062 [11] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >For: Groundation (R.A.W. #) Subject: Groundation May tour. Date: Mon, 24 Apr 2006 17:44:10 -0700 From: Bob Slayton GROUNDATION MAY 2006 Thursday, May 11 The Mystic Theatre - Petaluma $15 / 18+ / 9pm Friday, May 12 Slim's - San Francisco $15 adv $17 door / ALL AGES / 9pm Saturday, May 13 The Catalyst - Santa Cruz $14 adv. $16 door / 16+ / 9pm Wednesday, May 17 SoHo's - Santa Barbara $13 adv $15 door / 21+ / 9pm Thursday, May 18 The Coach House - San Juan Capistrano $15 / All Ages / 9pm Friday, May 19 Tangiers - Los Feliz $15 adv $20 door / 21+ / 9pm Saturday, May 20 Joshua Tree Music Festival - Joshua Tree $28 / $75 / All Ages / Afternoon Sunday, May 21 The Belly Up - Solano Beach $15 adv $17 door / 21+ / 9pm ATTENTION: ALL GROUNDATION FANS Groundation is coming your way for their last appearance before leaving for their fourth tour of Europe in three years. They will be gone from May 27 thru August 14 performing at some of Europe's, and the worlds, largest and best known Festivals. This European tour will take Groundation across the seas spreading their music to new parts of the world including Casablanca (Africa), Greece, and Sweeden. Groundation's latest release on Young Tree Records, "Dub Wars" in February, was charted on CMJ (College Media Journal) for 8 weeks in their Top 20... Groundation also just had a write up in the latest "Rolling Stone" magazine giving "Dub Wars" a 3 1/2 Star rating. They have been busy since their Annual Bob Marley Tribute tour in February. Besides working in the studio on their next release "Upon the Bridge", they have appeared at two very special shows. A "12 Hours of Music Against Racism Benefit" in Montreal Quebec, Canada on March 17th. And at another special appearance in San Juan Puerto Rico April 1.. these were our first performances in Puerto Rico and Montreal. And we are still getting letters from fans who were at these shows expressing their gratitude for Groundation, and their works, and looking forward to the bands next visit. Harrison has just returned from the FNAC world music conference in Paris france where he preformed an acoustic set to promote the new release... The word is spreading. Groundation is a powerful force in Reggae music that can not be denied. And we would not be where we are today, without the support of all our fans... Thank you all so much... and Much Respect for all your continued support.... I know that you will all be excited to know, that along with performing some of your favorite Groundation songs on this next tour, the band will be previewing music from their upcoming release "Upon the Bridge" on this tour. Release date for "Upon The Bridge" will be October 06... You can find tour dates, band discography, and many other facts on their web site www.groundation.com or on their record label web site www.youngtreerecords.com Here is a brief history of the band for those of you who are not familiar... The band Groundation was founded in the fall of 1998 when three long time musicians Marcus Urani (keyboards), Ryan Newman (bass), and Harrison Stafford (vocals/guitar) came together to form the core of the band after meeting at Sonoma State University . They were later joined in 2000 by San Francisco based Jazz trumpeter David Chachere and the North Bay's Kelsey Howard on trombone. . Drummer Paul Spina who played with Les Claypool & Will Bernard's band Mother Bug, has been with the group since December 2001. They have added a pair of female singer's from Jamaica to the band just this year... the first is Ikesha Johnson, who the band met last summer while touring Europe when she was with the "Black Uhuru Re-Union" tour of 2005 taking the place of the late Puma Jones. She is joined by Kerry-Ann Morgan from Kingston, Jamaica. The evolution of Groundation continues... from their beginnings and their love of jazz music and the freedom of self expression, they have blended this with the cultural conscious lyrics of reggae music and heavily influences of dub to create a sound that is uniquely their own. Thanks Tom I hope all is well and look forward to seeing you soon June correct... you have a open invite 1 hr from SNWMF Jah Guide & Protect Bob Slayton http://www.onelovereggae.com www.groundation.com www.youngtreerecords.com www.krcb.org www.kmud.org *********************************************************************** 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."