(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Saturday May20, 2006 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] HAJI MIKE: HAJI MIKE ON EURONEWS TV [2] HAJI MIKE: WE DONT WANT WAR [3] LOZ:] GOSPELEGGAE: Chevelle Franklyn's New CD Available Today! [4] ANNUAL SPRING CLEARANCE SALE !!! [5] ReggaeJams Playlists (the last six programs links provided to view) [6] SOJA Oregon PR [7] Reggae4i.com update; ABIJAH; Dub Station new music, tour [8] So. Coast Volunteer Fire Dept. Benefit PSA [9] Singers & Players - Reggae Artists' Review - #1 [10] MABRAK - THE MASTERFUL REGGAE SOUNDS [11] Uncle Lloyd's passing [12] Reggae Runnings........Summer Festival Listings _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Haji Mike (R.A.W. #) Subject: HAJI MIKE: HAJI MIKE ON EURONEWS TV Date: Mon, 15 May 2006 13:34:28 -0400 From: HAJI MIKE CHECK THE EURONEWS SPECIAL ON THE FORTHCOMING CYPRUS ELECTIONS FEATURING HAJI MIKE. GO TO http://www.euronews.net AND CLICK ON EUROPEANS - CYPRUS GOES TO THE POLLS. THE FEATURE RUNS ON ROTATION AS WELL ON TV THROUGHOUT EUROPE AND THE WORLD ON SATELLITE UNTIL THURSDAY 18TH MAY! BIG UP EURONEWS!!! band page: http://www.soundclick.com/hajimike [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Haji Mike (R.A.W. #) Subject: HAJI MIKE: WE DONT WANT WAR Date: Tue, 16 May 2006 15:09:36 -0400 From: HAJI MIKE WE DONT WANT WAR FROM THE NEW HAJI MIKE CD THE STORYMAN IS CURRENTLY AT NUMBER 10 IN THE SOUNDCLICK REGGAE CHART. THE SONG FEATURES 4 MC'S, GREEKIE LION, MIKE D, CES-ONE & HAJI MIKE UNITING FROM THE 4 CORNERS OF THE EARTH AGAINST WAR. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! band page: http://www.soundclick.com/hajimike [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Lion Of Zion Ent (R.A.W. #) Subject: [LOZ:] GOSPELEGGAE: Chevelle Franklyn's New CD Available Today! Date: 17 May 2006 03:44:01 -0000 From: list_owner@lionofzion.com It's GospelReggae Tuesday once again and we have another MASSIVE new CD that you're guaranteed to love. This week's release is "His Way" by the chart topping Chevelle Franklyn. Go to GospelReggae.com and order your copy today and don't forget to pick 'Imisi's "Forward" and our other recent releases by artists like Mr. Danny and Mention. And while you're at our webstore, remember to vote for the UGI Gospel Reggae Awards. Here are the details: ARTIST: Chevelle Franklyn ALBUM: "His Way" PRICE: Only $14.95  [224_t.jpg] After a long hiatus, the reigning queen of gospel reggae returns with an exceptional follow up to her massively popular gospel debut, "Joy". Though it's been years since the release of her previous effort, "Joy" has remained a chart topper and this stunning new offering provides all the momentum necessary to propel Chevelle back into the stratosphere. While the greatest struggle with most recording careers is overcoming what many call "the sophomore slump," this is of no concern to dancehall diva Chevelle Franklyn. For though this may be her second gospel album, given her extensive secular career prior to "Joy", Chevelle is far from a novice. There are a handful of notable differences between this album and her last as Chevelle continues to strive for excellence. First of all, the lyrics have more depth and maturity this time around. Chevelle has definitely grown in her fai th and delivered an album that will minister to and convict both the parishioner and pastor alike. Unlike her previous offering, "His Way" is not limited to the contribution of one producer. While Danny Brownie did an excellent job in producing "Joy", many of the riddims of that album were boilerplate versions ridden by his whole crew of artists on "Yow 1 and 2". As such, they could not afford the movement necessary (such as bridges and key changes) to accompany such an accomplished vocalist as Franklyn. This time around we hear smart production, intuitive arrangements, clever collaborations and the astonishing vocals of an established veteran. Some may recall that in her secular days, Chevelle voiced the song "Dancehall Queen" with Beenie Man for the ever-popular movie and soundtrack of the same title. Now with Jesus firmly planted as the King of her heart, she is determined to do things "His Way." She breaks t he silence and kicks off the album with the energetic and addictive "King Jesus". If the chorus melody sounds familiar, that's because it was inspired by her Billboard charting hit "Dancehall Queen." But this time around she has flipped the lyrics and redeemed the song. Instead of singing, "Go girl", she says "Go with God", and proceeds to sing and deejay a lyrical altar call with tremendous skill over live instrumentation. Just listen to the glass shattering high note about two minutes into this cut and you will understand why she is the reigning queen of gospel reggae--YOU GO GIRL! Undoubtedly my favorite track on the album is the minor key roots dirge, "Weeping and Wailing." I simply can't get enough of this boomshot! Back in her B.C. days (before Christ), secular producers would often partner her with a deejay like Shabba or Beenie Man. She would sing the hook and they would toast on the verses. These produce rs sure missed out. For on dancehall tracks like the "Salvation" and "Nah Nah Nah" we hear the authoritative yet immaculate vocals of a deejay that can spit lyrical circles around her secular counterparts such as Lady Saw and Tanya Stephens. Other notable tracks include "Would You Go", featuring DJ Nicholas, "Love Can" (her passionate prayer for Jamaica), the convicting "Walk Holy" and the magnetic "Come". Whether she is singing over hard-hitting dancehall beats, effervescent roots, soothing praise and worship or even accapella, Chevelle never ceases to entertain and inspire. Her last album "Joy" is one of our top ten all-time best sellers and I am confident that the flawlessly produced "His Way" will soon follow suit. Whether you like dancehall, roots or worship, this album deserves your full support. Pick up your copy today--It will not disappoint.   Review by Mark Moh SHOP NOW==> http://www.gospelreggae.com/ [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: ReggaeCD.com (R.A.W. #) Subject: ANNUAL SPRING CLEARANCE SALE !!! Date: Wed, 17 May 2006 00:19:07 -0400 From: Ejaness.com LIMITED SUPPLIES !!!! Reggae Rags announces its annual spring clearance sale. Get elegant high quality hoodies and sweat pants at up to -> 50% OFF. Click the link below and grab yours while supplies last, first come first served basis. http://www.reggaerags.com/store/mresults.php?Specials=YES One Love... Customer Service EJANESS INTERNET STORES www.Ejaness.com www.ReggaeCD.com www.ReggaeRags.com www.ReggaeKing.com www.DVDTrail.com www.HealthyLivity.com www.HotGyal.com PO Box 100-887 Brooklyn, NY 11210 Tel: (718) 362-1711 Fax: (718) 763-6241 CustomerService@Ejaness.com "A GLOBAL LEADER IN REGGAE AND SPECIALTY MERCHANDISING" ReggaeCD.com http://www.reggaecd.com/ [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: DJ Gerg (R.A.W. #1875) Subject: ReggaeJams Playlists (the last six programs links provided to view) Date: Wed, 17 May 2006 15:00:28 -0400 From: Greg Solfanelli Hello Everyone, The playlists below are the latest since my last email to you. Please check them out if you haven’t already. MS Word versions are also available for the below playlists (just type “doc” in place of “pdf” in the URL addresses – i.e. http://www.djgerg.com/11May06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.doc). ReggaeJams Radio is taking great pride in attempting to provide the absolute best in Caribbean music to the fans of the music in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area of Pennsylvania. Over 50% of the program appears in one or more of the below charts. This is evidence that ReggaeJams Radio strives to bring the best sound and the best music to the fans in Northeastern PA! I thank you for helping us make our program what it is today and continuing to support it!!! IrieBeat Top 30 Chart (New York City) Reggae Vibes Top 10 Chart (Miami) MegaJamz Top 20 Dancehall Chart (Jamaica) MegaJamz Top 10 Reggae Chart (Jamaica) South Florida Top 20 Chart (Ft. Lauderdale) BBC 1Xtra Top 10 Chart (London) Hot 102 Top 30 Chart (Jamaica) World Party Top 20 Chart (Atlanta) REGGAEJAMS VMFM RADIO PLAYLISTS April 6, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/6Apr06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf April 13, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/13Apr06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf April 20, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/20Apr06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf April 27, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/27Apr06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf May 4, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/4May06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf May 11, 2006: http://www.djgerg.com/11May06-ReggaeJamsVMFMPlaylist.pdf Just a reminder that you can always view previous playlists through the following link: http://www.djgerg.com/reggaejamsfm.html Also, check out the UCRS, the ultimate chart rating scale in reggae/dancehall music: Combining eight charts from Jamaica to New York City to London to Atlanta to Florida. The UCRS can be accessed through: http://www.djgerg.com/top8.html If artists are interested in creating drops/IDs for ReggaeJams Radio, the information for is as follows: "You are in tuned to ReggaeJams on 91.7 VMFM, Your Alternative." "This is the official home of ReggaeJams, VMFM, Your Alternative." "Your number one stop for Caribbean music is ReggaeJams - The Big Sound, right here on Your Alternative, 91.7 VMFM." Hosted by "DJ Gerg" (Pronouncer: GRR-G; like "berg" but with a hard “g” instead of the "b"). In the past though I have really appreciated the effort, I haven't been able to use many IDs/drops because the artist will say "DJ Greg" instead of "DJ Gerg," it's not a typo, it is "DJ Gerg." Thanks so much. Show name is "ReggaeJams" Show catch phrase is "The Big Sound" Show motto/tagline is "Big Sound In A Tiny Town" Official ID phrase is "91.7 VMFM, Your Alternative" Thanks so much again in advance for all your hard work and help with my program. You can send IDs to me via CD or mp3, whichever is easier. Please do not mention the day Thursday in my IDs/drops. My mailing address for IDs/promotional material is: Greg "DJ Gerg" Solfanelli RD3 Lily Lake Road Dalton, PA 18414 Welcoming Warmer Weather, DJ Gerg RAW # 1875 ReggaeJams Radio 91.7 FM, Thursdays 7-10p www.djgerg.com [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From Empress Love (R.A.W. #) Subject: SOJA Oregon PR Date: Wed, 17 May 2006 07:27:11 -0700 (PDT) From: empress love Get Wiser Tour 2006 featuring SOJA (Soldiers of Jah Army) Fri, May 26 - Domino Room - 51 NW Greenwood Ave Bend, OR Plus Everyday Prophets, MC Mystic and I-Chèle & the Circle of Light $12 advance/$15 door Doors 8:00pm/9:00pm ALL AGES For more show info call 541-420-1853 Sat, May 27 – WOW Hall - 291 W. 8th Ave Eugene, OR Plus Everyday Prophets, MC Mystic and I-Chèle & the Circle of Light $12 advance, $15 door Doors 8:00pm/Show 9:00pm ALL AGES For more show info go to www.wowhall.org Tues, May 30 – Lola’s Room - (Below Crystal Ballroom) - 1332 W. Burnside Portland, OR OneWise International and Crystal Ballroom present Plus Everyday Prophets & Kush and The Bloodfiyah Angels & XactChange Soundz $7 advance, $9 door Doors 8:00pm/Doors 9:00pm 21 and over For more show info go to www.mcmenamins.com In support of their second full-length album, “Get Wiser”, SOJA is embarking on a journey around the world. Their pure roots reggae will pulse within Hawaii, California, Oregon, Guam and all over the east coast for the next few months, spreading “equal parts (of) blazing fire and healing water, full of locked in riddims and quietly powerful vocals” (The Beat, Feb 05). Not only will you find them in your favorite local club – SOJA’s playing the big summer festivals also – check them out at Reggae on the River & the All Good Festival! Go to www.sojamusic.com for more details! Over the years, the Washington, D.C. music scene has become best known for its hardcore (Minor Threat) and go-go (Trouble Funk) alumni, but as evidenced by the great Bad Brains, reggae has been represented as well. SOJA has risen to the forefront, picking up right where the Brains left off – creating their own blend of conscious roots music entwined with the traditional rhythms of reggae, it “comes across with passion and depth.” (Washington Post ’06) That said, SOJA is not that easy to define. Although they are rooted in reggae, they are not limited to it; their fan-base reflects this with a very diverse population. The music includes and embraces all walks of life - it has no prejudice – it is for everyone. The band grew up listening to reggae, hip-hop, and rock. In their sound, reggae became the predominate influence because it is dedicated to a real message and promotes revolution. The group, which includes a pair of lead singers who also pull double duty - Jacob Hemphill (guitar) and Bob Jefferson (bass) – as well as Patrick O’Shea on keyboard, percussionist Ken Brownell, and drummer Ryan Berty, originally came together in 1997. Since 2000, the quintet has issued three full length albums and one EP – their latest, ‘Get Wiser,’ is their third for the group’s own label, Innerloop. Hemphill explains the meaning of the album’s title. “The new album is called 'Get Wiser' – that’s the idea. We as a society tend to have blinders on. We are trying to uplift peoples’ consciousness by breaking down what makes us blind. To do this, we got to bring back truth. People get wiser.” “Every song is different of course.” Hemphill continues, “I found music to be a way to express myself - through my life I’ve never been able to express myself well in conversations, but I can do it through music. It’s like my way to talk.” Ever the road warriors (SOJA averages 150 gigs per year), the group will be supporting their latest release with a healthy amount of live dates this year on the “Get Wiser Tour”. With such a list of accumulated live dates, a specific high point is hard to pin down, but O’Shea remembers a particular performance. “One of the shows that remains in the front of my mind was playing at the Tito Puente Amphitheater in Puerto Rico with Gomba Jahbari. It was amazing to see thousands of people, many that may not speak English, singing along to the songs.” With SOJA calling their own shots, ‘Get Wiser’ proves that the band’s message and music will only continue to grow stronger with each successive release! Check www.sojamusic.com for the most up-to-date info! For press inquiries, contact Amy Shapas of So You Can at 831-479-0711 or amy@soyoucan.com [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From Reggae4i.com (R.A.W. #) Subject: Reggae4i.com update; ABIJAH; Dub Station new music, tours Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 01:56:41 -0400 From: kyle Russell Reggae4i.com update; ABIJAH; Dub Station new music, tours This Newsletter's our 2nd in 5 months - we don't spam - you'll only hear from us when it's meaningful. We're delivering the message (of Reggae music) in a positive, professional way. All we ask of YOU is to enjoy the music, click on some links, and Reply with any recommendations you might have on how we can work together (or with someone you know) to explore performance, recording, distribution, and promotional opportunities: please call (in the U.S.) 617-628-1046 or email us at ReggaePR@AOL.com. Abijah fresh tunes, PR campaign, New Management ABIJAH's back, and now's your opportunity to hear his music and see his stage show live! If you're not familiar with ABIJAH (click here) - he reached #1 in Jamaica with his insightful "Revelation" - which initiated the new semi-acoustic style now present in a lot of contemporary Reggae. His first album came out on VP Records 3 years ago. Now his (more recent) singles - several of them charting in their own right (in NY, FL, and European charts) - are available promotionally on ABIJAH's new 7-song EP.  Listen/download the songs from Reggae4i's KRucial Arts Online Store (or radio & promoters: get your copy by clicking here). We're serious about getting the word out and including you in one of the most positive musical movements around. Featured are "World of Love & Insanity;" "State of Emergency;" the "Overcome" duet (with Tevin Campbell); and the Beenie Man remix of ABIJAH's top 10 hit "Revelation" - all of which have been getting good rotation on Jamaican radio stations (including the web-broadcasting Irie FM) - and are being serviced currently to the U.S. & global airwaves. Major markets in the U.S. & Europe are being hit hard as part of ABIJAH's first truly international PR campaign, as we anticipate his forthcoming, 2nd album. Four regional tours are in the works for the U.S., and Europe is on the agenda for the fall. This is a dynamite act - that will be teaming up with various acts, including DUB STATION (info below) - all of which will promise to become increasingly valuable over time. Interested promoters, please contact us for booking and availabilities asap! Dates are filling from late April thru the summer, and including the fall. In just a quarter of a year, new management Kyle Russell has reinvented ABIJAH's bio; developed fresh and well presentable press materials; created a credible (and expandable) web presence for the Artiste; been to Jamaica to meet with key producers; pressed the new promotional CD; and orchestrated a coherent plan for ABIJAH's career development - these are all good things - now we need YOUR INVOLVEMENT to let go of slackness and bring consciousness back to the fore. Dub Station's West Coast Tour a success, 2 new albums rolled out In the past 9 months, DUB STATION has: - conceived & recorded 2 full length albums (available at the Reggae4i KRucial Arts Online Store and distributed by Ernie B's Reggae) - launched the 2 CD's official release (as of this emailing), accompanied by a Radio Station ID program and current mailings to U.S. and international Industry targets - toured the entire West Coast:11 cities; driving 4200+ miles to 4 states: CA/OR/WA/NV Showcased were SHAKA BLACK's irrepressible singjay style on "Chant Rastafari," a studio and mostly live album which captures the stage show energy of DUB STATION and SHAKA BLACK as never before. Also busting the scene is TOM O'BRIEN - an Irish-American singer-songwriter with an acoustic style - who writes primarily in the Reggae format. "Now and Then" features 3 new songs with DUB STATION, as well as previous productions, and gives a good sense of TOM O'BRIEN's broad-ranging talent. Some sample quotes from the road: Laguna Beach club manager: "so, when are you coming through again" Bouncer: "these guys are sick" Fresno promoter: "the cover we charged was too low for the quality show you guys put on" Promoter from LA (who'd driven to SD for the show): "I messed up [by not booking you on this tour], maybe I can fly you in for an additional date?" Fresno fan: "my friend heard you on the radio in Arcata [400 mi. away] and said we had to come see you. I gotta tell you, the show caught me totally off guard - it was much better than I even expected" Ventura promoter: "the band is unique, it's raw, it's real" Portland promoter: "as with all the really great bands - Dub Station sounded even better live than it does on record!"Fans: "rad, awesome; this is more the type of show I'd expect to see at a Festival" Caspar club owner: "next time, we'll have to have you for 2 nights"Shaka Black to Kyle Russell (tour organizer & bassist with Dub Station): "keep doing what you're doing - NOBODY a do what you do"  What's next? After backing ABIJAH for 4 years in a row, DUB STATION's preparing for more touring with ABIJAH and other artists, just contact the band at DubStation@aol.com or call 617-628-1046 for more info, booking and availabilities.   www.Reggae4i.com clocked 468,227 Hits last month (vs. 277,713 last July). Page Views are up to 192,894 (for March '06). This is one happening web node! It's a great vehicle for the artists we represent, but others should get on board: bands, brands, and fans. We're offering sponsorships & advertising opportunities for interested parties wishing to share in the exceptional exposure Reggae4i offers. Then there's the amazing reach of this Newsletter - which went to 6,000 recipients in November of 2005; but has grown to over 7,000 with this Issue (of April, '06). The biggest enhancements to Reggae4i have been the Home Page redesign, which more clearly presents what it is we're offering: NEW MUSIC (our expanding library of Flash audio samples & downloadable individual songs) & info on ABIJAH, DUB STATION, other artists, and pertinent performance details, as well as MUSICIAN SERVICES.  CONTACT INFO Phone: toll-free at 1-877-2REGGAE or via 617-628-1046 Email: ReggaePR@aol.com Service to the Community We're often approached by Artists seeking a record label, management, or booking agent. We're all looking to "get signed" and be whisked away by that big limousine to collect those millions we so richly deserve. Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way. Well, it seems to have for Matisyahu, but who God bless, let no man curse (I only wish more Reggae artists lived by this creed!). You still gotta know: some dollars went into his success. In fact, whether you're in Jamaica or anywhere - in the music business - money makes the world go 'round (surprise), so start saving and get ready to spend! The Music Business is a lot like every other business. Only what makes it different - particularly Reggae - is the magic, the spirit. We do this not for the money, there are many more efficient ways of making money (the "day job" being the most ubiquitous). We do this because we're compelled by our faith and our love of this music which brought us the spirit, if not of The Most High G*d (Jah Rastafari), then the philosophy of One Love, and its unifying, forgiving, and loving energy. Our best advice to all who love Reggae is: get in touch with that spirit, don't just let just the pioneers inspire you, seek a renewed experience of the music with all new artists' creations. Mind your personal affairs with vigilance and caring for those around you. And seek out new partners to help you fulfill the works. How about beginning with us... CONTACT INFO Phone: toll-free at 1-877-2REGGAE or via 617-628-1046 Email: ReggaePR@aol.com #contact_info# Reggae4i.com · PO Box 440334 · Somerville · MA · 02144 [8] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Sister Yasmin (R.A.W. #) Subject: So. Coast Volunteer Fire Dept. Benefit PSA Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 12:48:59 -0700 From: Yasmin Solomon PSA/PRESS RELEASE For immediate release - May 19, 2006 Contact: Barbara Sharp (707) 882-2742; bjsharp@sbcglobal.net REDWOOD COAST VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESENTS MEMORIAL WEEKEND DANCE SATURDAY, MAY 27, 2006 AT VFW HALL, POINT ARENA, CA WITH SWITCHVILLE What: DANCE to benefit the Redwood Coast Volunteer Fire Department When: Saturday, May 27, 2006 Where: VFW HALL, Highway One, Point Arena Time: 8PM Entertainment: SWITCHVILLE and DJ SISTER YASMIN Tickets: $10.00 What else: All ages welcome; No-host bar for 21 and over and soft drinks Information: (707)882-2742 Join your friends and neighbors on Saturday night, May 27th at the VFW Hall in Point Arena for a night of dancing to local heroes SWITCHVILLE who play good-time, foot-stompin' Country Rhythm and Blues. They will be joined by DJ Sister Yasmin and her Crucial Dance Riddims, playing all kinds of great music for dancing, all styles for all ages. The party starts at 8pm and all ages are welcome. There will be a no-host bar for 21 and over and juice and soft drinks available. The Redwood Coast Volunteer Fire Department is there when we need them, serving our community with great dedication. Enjoy great music and dancing to support our local volunteers as they continue to enhance our quality of life here on the South Coast. Proceeds will benefit the South Coast Fire Department. [9] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: KRucial Reggae (R.A.W. #) Subject: Singers & Players - Reggae Artists' Review - #1 Date: Thu, 18 May 2006 16:54:42 EDT From: ReggaePR@aol.com In a message dated 5/5/2006 1:57:04 PM Eastern Standard Time, ReggaePR writes: Greetings all Artists, industry, and enthusiasts - This online newsletter is perhaps the first of its kind (let it be copyrighted today, May 5, 2006): called Singers & Players, it's a new concept from me, Kyle Russell, whom you all know from out of the New England scene (what with the Dub Station band having been around for about 15 years and Bill's Bar Sunday Night Reggae going now for what's coming up on 11 years). Here's the idea. I've separated out just Singers & Players' emails that I've collected over the years. Some of you are regional, others international in reach. I'm thinking: there's got to be a way for us to have dialog that's not just about you promoting your shows and my promoting mine. I've noticed a lot of bands won't go out to see other bands, we're all holding our corners. On that note, I haven't seen many of you down at Bill's Bar unless you're on stage. I know if I'm not gigging, I don't much like to go out. But yet we, as artists, actually have a whole lot more in common than we have separating us, and we need to start recognizing that. Fight the "crab in a barrel" mentality. We say "who God bless, let no man curse," but how many of us live by that? Maybe if we led the way as examples, more people (and fans) would follow us. Reggae music's gotten a bad name to a lot of people. And it's not just because many of us believe Haile Selassie is God. Hypocrisy is big; entitlement is big; badmindedness is big - who wants to deal with Artists that are like that? Remember what somebody told me: if a rock band bashes in the band room wall, they don't get invited back; if a Reggae band breaks some minor rule of the house, they don't invite ANY Reggae band back. We need to clean up our act, come more professional, and that's part of the inspiration for this Newsletter. So I'm putting myself out there - not to promote my services or any specific dates, but to get us talking, thinking, living up. Please write back with your feedback and any ideas (or text) for future consideration in the generation of future issues, this should become like a Reggae blog. PS. please pass this along to band mates, friends and associates, or forward me their email addresses, so we can broaden the reasoning session. Peace & Respect, Kyle Russell KRucial Reggae _http://www.Reggae4i.com/_ (http://www.reggae4i.com/) [10] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Mabrak (R.A.W. #) Subject: MABRAK - THE MASTERFUL REGGAE SOUNDS Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 03:44:26 EDT From: MABRAK7@aol.com (http://www.ebay.com/) _home_ (http://www.ebay.com/) | _pay_ (http://my.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MyeBay&CurrentPage=MyeBayWon&SubmitAction.ChangeF ilter=x&View=Won&NewFilter=WaitPayment#Won) | _register_ (http://cgi1.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?RegisterShow&ru=http://cgi.ebay.com/Mabrak-Drum-Talk-f rom-UK-Different-GETA101-LP_W0QQitemZ4881972805QQcategoryZ20826QQssPageNameZWD VWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) | _register_ (http://cgi1.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?RegisterShow) | _sign in_ (http://signin.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?SignIn&ssPageName=h:h:sin:US&ru=http://cgi.ebay.com/Mabrak-Drum-Talk-from-UK-Differen t-GETA101-LP_W0QQitemZ4881972805QQcateg oryZ20826QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) | _sign in/out_ (http://signin.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?SignIn) | _site map_ (http://pages.ebay.com/sitemap.html) (http://hub.ebay.com/buy) (http://sell.ebay.com/sell) (http://my.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MyeBay) (http://hub.ebay.com/community) (http://pages.ebay.com/help/buy/index.html) _Advanced Search_ (http://search.ebay.com/ws/search/AdvSearch?sofindtype=13&ssPageName=h:h:advsearch:US) (http://sun.ebay.com/odcs/custom.htm?template=popup) (http://search.ebay.com/drum-talk_W0QQfnuZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ3QQxpufuZx) _Back to list of items_ (http://search.ebay.com/drum-talk_W0QQfnuZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ3QQxpufuZx) Listed in category: Music > Cassettes > Reggae/ Ska Mabrak Drum Talk from UK Different GETA101 LP Item number: 4881972805 Seller of this item? _Sign in_ (http://signin.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?SignIn&ru=http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4881972805) for your status _Watch this item_ (http://cgi1.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MakeTrack&item=4881972805) in My eBay | _Email to a friend_ (http://contact.ebay.com/ws1/eBayISAPI.dll?ShowEmailAuctionToFriend&item=4881972805) (http://cgi.ebay.com/Mabrak-Drum-Talk-from-UK-Different-GETA101-LP_W0QQitemZ4881972805QQcategoryZ20826QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohostin g) _View larger picture_ (http://cgi.ebay.com/Mabrak-Drum-Talk-from-UK-Different-GETA101-LP_W0QQitemZ4881972805QQcategoryZ20826QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZVi ewItem#ebayphotohosting) Starting bid: GBP 4.99 (Approxi US $9.39) End time: May-23-06 11:05:31 PDT (4 days 10 hours) Ships to: Worldwide Item location: Bedford, United Kingdom History: _0 bids_ (http://offer.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewBids&item=4881972805) You can also: _Watch this item_ (http://cgi1.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MakeTrack&item=4881972805) (http://pages.ebay.com/help/tp/paypal-protection.html?ssPageName:BPM:PPPBP) Description Item Specifics - Music: Cassettes Genre: Reggae, Ska Compilation: View Item Specifics in original language._ (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4881972805&translate=no&ssPageName=LanguageTog gle) DRUM TALK by MABRAK on CD Taken from UK Different Label Vinyl LP GETA101. This is a copy on CD for the first time to my knowledge, with authentic artwork as in pictures.This LP is very scarce and over the years I have only seen 3 copies sold on E-Bay. The cheapest went for £172, and the most recent went for £255. I sold my copy for £185 to Japan, but sadly the buyer used a stolen credit card and I lost everything.Good job I made a copy then!!This is a chance to own your own copy of this classic music mixed by King Tubby in Jamaica. Read the info by searching on Google under Drum Talk.This is a very important piece of Reggae history and a classic. I do not know why this has never been made available on CD. This is a very limited offer. However this is sold as a back up copy only and you should own the original LP yourself. Tracks:Locks talk,ital talk,liquid talk,macka talk,serenade talk,fat talk,drum talk,roots talk,late late talk,the reverend talking. Buyer pays postage at £2 UK,£3 Europe and £4 for rest of world. Paypal preferred most other forms of payment accepted, contact seller first please. [11] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From Irie Nation (R.A.W. #) Subject: Uncle Lloyd's passing Date: Fri, 19 May 2006 23:26:21 -0700 (PDT) From: irienation@accessbee.com Dear Rasta Tom, A brief notice form Nine Mile, JA. You may be familiar with Uncle Lloyd, the Original Man of Nine Mile. Lloyd Malcom is the brother of Cedella Booker, Bob Marley's sweet mom. Lloyd lived his entire life in Nine Mile and nurtured all the youth supporting their needs and lifestyle. He passed this morning on his way to the nearest hospital in Alesander.Lloyd influenced me enough to know that my career has been destined to serve seniors as well as bring clinic services to Nine Mile. In fact there are still big devlopments continuing as I write.Go to the goldern sands website I once sent you. For those of us who have been to Nine Mile, my hunch would be most of us passed by Uncle Lloyd's welcome gate. Now he will be welcomed by Bob at Jah's gate. Just wanted to pass this on. I look forward to seeing you at the SNWMF at the new Booneville site. One Love ONe Heart and One with Uncle Lloyd. Gayla R. [12] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Ambassador David (R.A.W. #5) Subject: Reggae Runnings........Summer Festival Listings Date: Sat, 20 May 2006 11:02:48 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 Summer Festival Events Listed Below. Start Making Your Plans! ^^ Indicates New Listing Tortilla Flats 124 Portage St. 269-381-4958 Saturday Nights Latin Dance Party 9:30 PM 21 + Featuring DJs Sammy Montero & DJ Tropickz & DJ G. Two dance floors three DJs Free Dance lessons from 9:30 P - 10:30 P VIP room with the DJ G. at the controls. Party Picks VIP passes good for ladies Until 10 P Francois' 116 Portage St. Kalamazoo, 269-381-4958 Saturdays - Top 40 - 80s / 90s with DJ Paulie C. 9:30 PM 21+ Box Factory for the Arts 1101 Broad St. St. Joseph, MI. 269-983-3688 All Age 8 PM May 20th - Zion Lion 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 June 2nd - Universal Xpression July 7th - Indika with Bunny Jackson & U-Roy Jr. Aug 4th - Gizzae ^^ September 1st - Hydro Reggae Band Stage Coach Barn (Behind the Black Hawk Restaurants) Corner of M-43 & M-89 Richland 269-629-9460 9 PM June 9th & 10th - Zion Lion ^^July 28th & 29th - Yoroka ^^August 25th & 26th - Zion Lion Spirit Rhythms Coffee House 7 PM 56050 Buckhorn Rd. Three Rivers, MI 269-278-7245 June 24th Zion Lion (Trio) ^^July 29th Los Bandits (Duo) Lone Eagle Landing 9 PM 64641 M-66 Sturgis, MI. 49091 June 3rd DJ Tropickz June 17th Kalamazoo Avenue Band "Blues Bother Tribute" July1st DJ Tropickz August 5th DJ Tropickz Top 40 & Hip Hop Till Midnight 9:30 PM 171 East 24th Holland, Michigan 616.392.6883 June 9th Third Coast Steel Band July 14th Out of Favor Boys Kirby Grill 2 Washington St. Grand Haven, MI. 616-846-3299 10 PM June 24th - Gypsi Fari ^^Founders Brewing www.foundersbrewing.com 648 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-776-1195 9:45 PM August 19th - Gypsi Fari Kingfish Restaurant and Tiki Room. 1019 North Water Street. , Bay City, MI Starting 06/01/2006 05:00 PM Every Other Thursday David Asher DJs Reggae. 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 Summer Events Greek Festival Downtown Detroit June 2nd Universal Xpression 5 PM June 3rd Gypsi Fari 11 AM June 4th Roots Vibration noon June 17th Holland Juneteen Festival 3 PM Koluien Park Jewell and the Future R & B - Funk June 23 & 24 Kazoo Island Festival Friday Zion Lion, Hullabaloo, Messenger and the Souldiers Crew, Universal Xpression, Barro, Saturday Third Coast Steel Band, Ifficial, Rum Runners, Kokolo Afrobeat, Dub Station & from Jamaican hot off his #1 hit "Revelation" AbiJah www.islandfestkalamazoo.com Ann Arbor Summer Fest. June 22nd Orquesta La Inspiracion Time TBA July 1st - Roots Rock Society 8 PM June 24th Lake Shore Wine Festival 4 PM to 10 PM Weko Beach , Bridgman 4 PM Indika Reggae Band Dowagiac Concert Series Downtown June 8th Keith Scott Trio (Blues) June 15th Fonmor (Irish) Farmington Hills 7:30 PM Heritage Park June 29th Roots Vibration June 30th 6:30 PM Holland Concert Series Centennial Park Roots Rock Society June 30th Detroit Women 8 PM Rockin' On The River Front Renaissance Center - Detroit Plymouth Art In The Park July 7th Nite Flight Noon July 8th Universal Xpression Noon July 14th Root Rock Society 5 PM Potawatumi Zoo, South Bend July 16th St. Joseph Reggae SunSplash Amtrak Train Station 480 Vine St. at Silver Beach Park Noon - 10 PM Bands TBA Caribbean craft vendors www.caribbeanconnection2002.com July 22nd Orquesta Sensacional Time TBA Taste Of Kalamazoo Albion Summer Concert Series Victory Park 7 PM July 23rd Kuungana African Dance and Drum August 13th - Zion Lion August 20th - Stakked (Top 40 & Country) Saugatuck Music in the Park - Wicks Park July 26th Zion Lion Trio 7 PM Dowagiac Fun Fest. July 27th - Gypsi Fari Noon July27th - Stan Champion (Kids Workshop) Noon July 28th - Deep Fried Pickle Project (Kids Workshop) Noon July 28th Kuungan African Dance and Drums 5 PM August 3rd Detroit Women Owosso Concert Series 7:30 PM August 5th "Night in the Caribbean" 5 PM - 11 PM Portage - Celery Flats Come sail into the evening where the cool breezes blow and the music is hot. Be prepared to dance the night away with Grammy Award-winning Trinidad Tripoli Steel Drum Band, Orquesta Sensacional-Latin set and to close out the evening comes the 4-time Grammy Award-winning Reggae music of Gizzae. In between performances, learn some of the hottest dance steps taught by top Latin dance instructors as DJ Sammy Montero plays your favorite Latin music. If that isn't enough, dine on Caribbean style fare and shop at the arts and crafts vendors from the islands. Alcohol sales available. www.portagemi.gov August 8th - Nite Flight Huntington Woods City Pool Party August 9th Kalamazoo Mixer on the Mall - Ifficial Reggae Band Mattawan Festival August 10th -Mario 50s & 60s Review 7 PM August 11th - Kalamazoo Avenue Band "Blues Brother Tribute" 8 PM Ypsilanti Heritage Festival August 18th - Detroit Women 7:30 PM August 20th Bridgeman Concert Series Gypsi Fari 7 PM August 26th South Bend Reggae Festival South Bend Regional Airport Festival Site Messenger - Indika - Hydro Afro Reggae Band - Universal Xpression 3 PM - Midnight Caribbean food / craft vendors www.southbendreggae.com Taste of Saugatuck Noon August 27th - Mudbugz September 16th "Day in the Caribbean" Floyd Park Downtown Albion, MI. Noon - 8 PM Kuungana African Drum & Dance Troupe Zion Lion Roots Rock Society Orquesta Sensacional www.festivaloftheforks.org Victory Park -Albion September 16th 7 PM Detroit Women Rieger Park - Albion September 16th - 4 PM Kalamazoo Avenue Band Hispanic Festival - South Haven 1 PM - Orquesta Sensacional 2 PM - DJ Sammy Montero and Latin Dance Lessons September 29th & 30th 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 www.kalamazoomusiccruise.com < < 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.). 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