(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Thursday September 7, 2006 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] Vote in the BBC World Music Awards [2] Flavor East coast tour canceled please share with the massive!!! [3] BAMBU STATION & IBA EUROPEAN TOUR 2006 SUCCESFUL [4] The Ark Band headlines @ the 2006 AACW Blues Fest on Friday Sept 8 2006 [5] IDC in the SF Weekly! [6] September/October tour dates for Henry Turner Jr. and flavor [7] There is still time to enter the BEYOND THE LEGEND SWEEPSTAKES [8] CONCERT DATES - 2006 U.S. NORTHWEST TOUR - BAMBU STATION [9] GOSPELREGGAE: Jah Servant & Friends/March Out/Sale/Christafari _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Haji Mike (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: Vote in the BBC World Music Awards Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2006 10:11:11 -0400 From: HAJI MIKE Dear All the summer is done (almost) and the beat goes on... and it's now time to vote in the Planet Awards! Vote for your favourite artists and you could win a trip to see them pick up a Planet Award at the 6th BBC Radio 3 Awards for World Music in London! Please take a moment say which artists, in your opinion, have produced the strongest body of work since WOMEX 2005 - including recording, touring and any other projects. * Make just one nomination in each category. * You do not have to vote in every category - and you must not vote for yourself or your own acts. * This vote is not open to employees of the BBC or WOMEX/Piranha. Please note that this year voting starts on 1st September and finishes 20st October. The artists who attract the most votes and reach the nominations shortlist will be announced on Friday 27 October at WOMEX 2006 in Sevilla. Click here to make your vote: http://www.womex.com/bbcaward.cgi?uid=hmp&pw=dulce Who's been proposed so far? http://www.womex.com/bbcaward.cgi?action=showvotes As well as the categories voted on by WOMEX delegates, there are also the Critics& #8217; Album Of The Year, organized by the magazine fRoots, and the BBC Audience Award, voted on by BBC Radio 3 and World Service listeners. For more information on the Awards for World Music, look here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio3/awards2006/ band page: http://www.soundclick.com/hajimike [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Henry Turner Jr & Flavor Reggae Ambassador Worlwide#) Subject: Flavor East coast tour canceled please share with the massive!!! Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:47:58 -0500 From: henryturner@juno.com Greetings to all the massive just a quick hello to let you know that we really did want to do the east coast dates but do to the weather and paranoia from Hurricane katrina:-) we are truly going to try and reschedule the dates as soo as we can.all is well i am in my home studio work on a new flavor record and recording a few local songwriters. may jah bless you all untill the flavor is back on tour. !!! SEE YOU SOON!!!!! Respect and oneness !!! Henry Turner Jr.(flavor) RAW# 741 www.Henryturnerjr.com www.myspace.com/henryturnerjrandflavor www.flavor.ballardsbytes.com/ PO Box 64895 Baton Rouge La.70896 225-952-0784 PS. new tour dates will be released soon!!! [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Mt Nebo Reggae (Ambassador Worlwide #) Subject: BAMBU STATION & IBA EUROPEAN TOUR 2006 SUCCESFUL Date: Tue, 5 Sep 2006 13:06:20 -0400 From: Mt. NEBO RECORDS Greetings Family, On August 27th, Bambu Station and Ras Iba recently completed their "BREAK THE SOIL AND MANY LIVES EUROPEAN TOUR 2006" which included France, Germany, Holland and Belgium. Each show was at a fever pitch and the Virgin Islands artists showcased for the adoring and sometimes unsuspecting audiences what intensity and substance the talent of the little islands have been contributing. The Tour was easily an overwhelming success. Both artists were enthusiastically received, their new albums sold out, one show sold out and both were offered great opportunities to return next year for more shows. We extend many thanks to Cultivizion Productions (www.cultivizion.com), Ja Sound Festival, Revelation Concerts, Black Star Foundation, Reggaefever.nl, Mopion Radio.com, the Klari-Mar guesthouses, Easy Squeeze Sound and the countless many helping and supporting fans of Bambu Station and Iba. If you took pictures or filmed any segments, please send them to us at the Mt. Nebo Records address with your contact information. We look forward to sending Bambu Station and Iba to Europe again next year so keep an ear to the screen and thank you for blessing the new albums. You may purchase additional copies of each album at http://www.mtneborecords.com/store/catalog.php. For more information on each artist, you may visit http://www.mtneborecords.com http://www.myspace.com/bambustation http://www.rasibamusic.com http://www.myspace.com/rasiba On behalf of the entire Mt. Nebo Records family, we extend heartfelt thanks from our little sunny islands. May Jah bless you with health and balance. Hector Rosario Tour Manager Mt. Nebo Records 678-887-1912 hector@mtneborecords.com [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Roots-ee (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #1414) Subject: The Ark Band headlines @ the 2006 AACW Blues Fest on Friday Sept 8 2006 Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2006 10:09:16 -0400 From: rlam The Ark Band headlines @ the 2006 AACW Blues Fest on Friday Sept 8 2006 The 2006 AACW/African American Cross-Cultural Works Bluesfest is slated to take place this year on Sept 8 and 9. http://www.aacw.org/blues.html The Ark Band is privileged to headline on Sept 8 with our set beginning at 10: 45 pm ending at midnight. The venue is at the Antioch (College ) Amphitheater on Corry Street in Yellow Springs, Ohio Hope to see you all there. Best, one love one peace roots-ee The Ark Band http://thearkband.com http://thearkband.com/gigz/index.html http://www.myspace.com/thearkbandmyspace ***no one but ourselves can free our minds*** [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Steffan Franz Reggae (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: IDC in the SF Weekly! Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2006 09:38:03 -0700 (GMT-07:00) From: Steffen Franz Greetings Folks! We just wanted to send out this quick e-mail with a link to a story in this week's SF Weekly about IDC and how we are being effected by this most recent Tower Records Bankruptcy... The story is available online at: http://www.sfweekly.com/Issues/2006-09-06/news/suckafreecity.html It is also available in the current print issue which hits the streets all over the Bay Area today! For more background on the current Tower Records story please check out: http://news.google.com/news?q=tower+records Thanks, as always, for supporting independent music... Respect and Regards- The IDC Promotions Team PS: Please feel free to visit our website if you have not been there in a while! Check out http://www.independentdistro.com Independent Distribution Collective 1693 Polk Street, Suite 202 SF, CA, 94109, USA 415.292.7007 phone 415.292.5007 fax www.independentdistro.com/ Independent Music Moving Forward!!! Wholesale Music Distribution by Independents for Independents... [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Henry Turner Jr & Flavor (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: September/October tour dates for Henry Turner Jr. and flavor Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2006 12:23:44 -0500 From: henryturner@juno.com September 15th The green Room Covington La 10pm show 16th Neptunes Alister and ave i Port aransas Tx. 9:30pm 17th Bernies Beach House 730 N trout street Port Aransas Tx,78373 21st Rum Bay 2993 North Ave. Grand Junction, Co. posted showtime: 9pm posted cover charge: $5 22nd and 23rd Reef 105 south 6th street Boise ID 83702 9:30pm posted cover charge : $5 25th Monks house of Jazz 19 east 200 south Salt Lake City Utah 11pm show with Dj Rebel $4 cover 29th Political Party with Councilman Thomas kates 1012 poplas street Bogalusa La. 70427 free party 3 pm. 30th Art and Soul festival main street Natchez Ms. time 4pm till 6pm October 6th The Lighthouse 15241 Leeward Dr. North Padre island TX. 10pm no cover 12th Slippery Pete's Florida Blvd Baton Rouge La. 9pm no cover 20th Phill Barady's Government street Baton Rouge La. 9pm $5 cover Respect and oneness !!! Henry Turner Jr.(flavor) RAW# 741 www.Henryturnerjr.com www.myspace.com/henryturnerjrandflavor www.flavor.ballardsbytes.com/ PO Box 64895 Baton Rouge La.70896 225-952-0784 [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Kaati (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: There is still time to enter the BEYOND THE LEGEND SWEEPSTAKES Date: Wed, 06 Sep 2006 12:28:04 -0700 From: Kaati 180 Winners and one of them could be you! Thanks from your friends at Reggae Festival Guide. There is still time to enter the BEYOND THE LEGEND SWEEPSTAKES By logging on to www.reggaefestivalguide.com Or completing the form on page 93 of The Reggae Festival Guide magazine. (deadline 9/15) GRAND PRIZE: RAGGA MUFFINS FESTIVAL GET AWAY WEEKEND Backstage passes, roundtrip airfare & hotel for two! Long Beach, CA 1st PLACE PRIZE - 50 WINNERS BOOK: BEFORE THE LEGEND - THE RISE OF BOB MARLEY 2nd PLACE PRIZE - 30 WINNERS BEANIE CAPS BY LIVITY OUTERNATIONAL 3rd PLACE PRIZES - 100 WINNERS ASSORTED REGGAE ACCESSORIES & CLOTHING More details on Grand Prize RAGGA MUFFINS FESTIVAL GET AWAY WEEKEND Enjoy the 26th Annual Ragga Muffins Festival with VIP backstage passes for two - February 17-18, 2007 in Long Beach, CA. You'll al favorite reggae performers! Package valued at $1,700! Official Fest Site: http://www.raggamuffinsfestival.com. so receive roundtrip airfare for two with ground transportation to and from airport, plus two nights hotel at the festival host hotel. Mingle with your * Airfare for winner and guest only if airport is more than 200 miles from Long Beach Airport or LAX; otherwise ground transportation will be provided from winner residence to hotel and back. Kaati #111 [8] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Mt Nebo Records (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: CONCERT DATES - 2006 U.S. NORTHWEST TOUR - BAMBU STATION Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2006 15:45:52 -0400 From: Mt. NEBO RECORDS IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BAMBU STATION TOURS U.S. NORTHWEST By Hector Rosario (Washington, DC) - Fresh off their successful 2006 European Tour of Germany, Belgium, France and Holland, the Virgin Island's Bambu Station Roots Reggae Band commenced their Northwest US Tour at the Monterey Reggae Festival in Monterey Bay, California on September 4th. The band is showcasing songs from their 5 albums to date including "Congo Moon, Talkin' Roots - Volumes I & II, One Day" and their new release "Break The Soil." Audiences have come to expect a spirited show and have expressed a great appreciation for this band because they help us all to consider, share and move forward in the positive. We invite you to join in this celebration of art, life and prosperity. The dates are as follows: 2006 NORTHWEST U.S. TOUR - BAMBU STATION Sun, Sept. 4th - Monterey Bay, CA @ Monterey Reggae Festival Wed, Sept. 6th - Portland, OR @ Berbati's / 231 SW Ankeny St Thu, Sept. 7th - Eugene, OR @ Club Lattitude 10 / 2757 Friendly Fri, Sept. 8th - Mendocino, CA @ Caspar Inn / 14957 Caspar Rd. Sat, Sept. 9th - Bolinas, CA @ Bolinas Community Center Sun, Sept. 10th - Arcata, CA @ Arcata Community Ctr / 321 Community Park Way Tue, Sept. 12th - Grass Valley, CA @ Cooper's Saloon / 235 Commercial St. Thu, Sept. 14th - Reno, NV @ TBA Fri, Sept. 15th - Open Sat, Sept. 16th - Santa Cruz, CA @ Moe's Alley / 1535 Commercial Way Sun, Sept. 17th - Sacramento, CA @ 1910 Gallery / 1910 Q St Mon., Sept. 18th - San Francisco, CA @ Club Six / 60 6th St Request for interviews should be made at 202-321-2263. Inquiries for future bookings should be made at 678-887-1912 or hector@mtneborecords.com. [9] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Lion Of Zion Ent (Reggae Ambassador Worldwide #) Subject: GOSPELREGGAE: Jah Servant & Friends/March Out/Sale/Christafari Date: 6 Sep 2006 22:44:01 -0000 From: list_owner@lionofzion.com Greetings from GospelReggae.com As our BACK TO SCHOOL SALE continues, there is no better time to visit our webstore. This week we have added two brand new CDs available exclusively at GospelReggae.com for only $12.95 each! Jah Serv ant gives us the most ambitious roots release of the year with "Jah Servant and Friends" featuring artists like Gitta Dan, Owen Uriah, Mission Epistle, and Drae. APS calls all Christian soldiers to "March Out" with a fantastic new riddim CD. Speaking of riddim compilations, we also have "Double Trouble." And don't forget to pick up your copy of the Zion I Records Sampler courtesy of Mr. Lynx. We also have the latest update on the recording of Christafari's next album "...to the Foundation." The group needs your prayers and support in order to complete it. Christafari still needs to raise $1,500 in the next seven days! Here are the details: 1>. New CD: JAH SERVANT AND FRIENDS 2>. New CD: APS PRESENTS "MARCH OUT", VARIOUS ARTISTS 3>. OTHER RECENT GOSPEL REGGAE RELEASES 3>. CHRISTAFARI RECORDING UPDATE 1>. New CD: JAH SERVANT AND FRIENDS ARTIST: Jah Servant ALBUM: Jah Servant and Friends GENR E: Roots/Culture/Dub LABEL: Servants Records RETAIL: $15.99 OUR PRICE: $12.95 "About a month ago I eagerly received the pre-release of Jah Servant and friends and upon first listen I was blown away! A few weeks later I can honestly say that this CD has not left my CD player for even a minute. It has become the soundtrack of my life and its melodies are constantly floating through my head. It is by far the most ambitious gospel reggae release of the year and best of all; it's 100% pure roots and culture! For a reggae purist such as myself, that's a true blessing." Mark Mohr, Christafari ALBUM REVIEW: Over the past few years Jah Servant has been honing his production and instrumental skills on multiple releases, including "Good Soil", "Unity Riddim Sessions Vol. 1" and "Riddim Sessions". On his newest release, "Jah Servant and Friends", this Trinidad based producer delivers his best album to date, full of strong roots reggae arrangements and instrumentation accompanied by a wide variety of reggae vocalists and dub effects. "Comes A Time," track one on this wicked new release, is easily one of the album's biggest tunes. With a complex arrangement and thick texture, this instrumental track is sure to please every fan of roots and dub. On track two, "Live it Right," Drae compliments Jah Servant's riddim with an exceptional vocal delivery, strong melodic hooks, and a deep Christian message. Both musically and lyrically, this song inspires you to "...keep looking upward, keep movin g forward!" On "Were You There," Owen Uriah keeps the roots vibe flowing with an excellent performance over Jah Servants' tasty blues guitar licks and bubbling organs. With a running time over nine minutes, this song takes an extended trip into instrumental dub, superbly showcasing Jah Servant's production talents. For fans of classic rub-a-dub deejay style, Gitta Dan delivers with "His Words, His Love." Other stand out roots/dub songs on this CD include "Warriors" feat. Mission Epistle, "Follow No Bad Man" feat. Sons of Zion, and "Turn" feat. Tramaine. Jah Servant and Friends is an excellent addition to our webstore, chock full of technical melodies, rich instrumentation and excellent dub production. If you're looking for a great new roots/dub album to round out your gospel reggae collection, then look no further! Just listen to the sound clips and I am sure that you will order your copy today! [1156217332.jpg] SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 2>. New CD: APS PRESENTS "MARCH OUT", VARIOUS ARTISTS [246.jpg] ARTIST: Various Artists ALBUM: March Out GENRE: Dancehall LABEL: Anointed Praise Station Productions RETAIL: $15.99 OUR PRICE: $12.95 ALBUM DESCRIPTION: The first two "Gospel Fi Share" compilations introduced the world to the Anointed Praise Station (APS), Jamaica's hottest new gospel dancehall crew. With "March Out", APS keeps their momentum going with a fresh new dancehall release! Over two distinct riddims, artists such as DJ Nana, Freshstart, Soul Inspirers, Shadrock, and Revelation chat inspiring lyrics of edification and determination. On the first riddim, songs such as "Plead Di Blood," and "Jesus Party," expertly showcase the authentic hardcore dancehall style that APS is known for. With "Fighting to the End," J.W. the Evangelist brings the most hyped delivery of the project, while "Christian Soldiers," features three of APS' best artists: Kirk Patrick, Baby Blue, and Freshstart. The second riddim slows down the red-hot dancehall pac e as Shadrock shares his vision for unity on "Build a Nation." Track 14, "Praise Him," finds Freshstart and Revelation offering up heartfelt worship as they encourage all people, young and old, rich and poor to always give God praise. The Soul Inspirers are also featured on the second riddim with contributions on four songs including "Everything To Me," "Worthy/Awesome," "Send Me," and "Heaven Is My Limit." Two bonus songs round out 19 uplifting tracks! On March Out, APS has delivered yet another excellent compilation album. With a host of hot artists and inspiring interludes of scripture and teaching laced throughout, this hot new dancehall compilation will surely inspire you to "March Out" for Christ! [1156806740.jpg] [1156825340.jpg] SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 3>. OTHER RECENT GOSPEL REGGAE RELEASES THESE TITLES NOW AVAILABLE AT WWW.GOSPELREGGAE.COM... DOUBLE TROUBLE, VARIOUS ARTISTS (Funda & Lightning) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 Straight 'outa the Un ited Kingdom, Funda & Lightning Recordings gives us "Double Trouble", a hot new dancehall compilation featuring a wide range of artists from around the world, with 20 hot new songs over two explosive dancehall riddims! "Golden Axe," the compilation's first riddim, showcases excellent contributions from artists like Tiko, St. Matthew, Revelation and Shadroc. The "High Priest" riddim features the likes of Katalys Crew, DJ Nana, Solid R.O.C.K. Mysta Oracle, Ronnell Benjamin and Spanna. With two hot riddims and a slew of great artists, "Double Trouble," is an excellent offering from Funda & Lightning Recordings. If you're looking for a fresh, hard-hitting compilation to breathe some life into your sound system, snatch up a copy of this new release today! MR. LYNX PRESENTS: ZION I SAMPLER, VARIOUS (Zion I) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 Over the last few years, under the tutelage of his cousin Monty G and producer DJ Frost, Mr. Lynx has become one of the top selling artists in the gospel reggae arena. After much prayer, this hit-maker has decided to venture out on his own and start Zion I Records. His desire with this new label is to release strictly gospel roots reggae using live instruments and uncompromising lyrics. This fresh sampler is the fruit of his labor over the past year and introduces us to his new stable of artists, including Singaton, Timeless and Shadi. It also provides 7 brand new Lynx songs to satisfy our itching ears! Every artist presented on this important new release flexes their own unique style over bo th original and well-known roots riddims. Each vocal performance is complemented by thick roots reggae textures, complete with heavy bass, raw tenor saxophone, bubbling keyboards, & pulsing one-drop rhythms. Grab this CD today for a heavy dose of gospel roots reggae! JADEE, ALTAR CALL (Flow Masters) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 You've heard him before on Turn It Up, and Soca Baptism. Now Sherwin Gardner proudly presents the debut gospel album from Jadee! This former secular soca sensation has given his life to Christ and is currently changing the face of the music industry in Trinidad and Toba go with his debut gospel album. This is the real deal, replete with 15 exhilarating tracks of ragga soca! For those of you who are new to ragga soca, it is a blend of Jamaican dancehall and contemporary soca: a combination that is currently setting the Caribbean on fire! On Altar Call, Jadee thoroughly represents this hot new genre with authenticity and pure energy. Flow Masters Records is doing great things in the gospel music scene, and this album is a perfect example of the quality that Sherwin Gardner is capable of producing. If you want to expand your taste in top-quality Gospel music get your hands on this red-hot new release today! JERMAINE EDWARDS, ISLAND WORSHIP Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 Hailing from the island of Jamaica, Edwards has been making quite a stir with his unique blend of worship, Caribbean worship, and smooth reggae. When listening through this inspiring release, one thing stands out above all else: song after song, Jermaine delivers heartfelt, worshipful lyrics with complete sincerity. On songs such as "Fresh Anointing," "Holy of Holies," and "I Want To Stay In Your Presence," Jermaine carries his reverent lyrics with easy vocal gymnastics and a strong tenor presence. On "Most High," Jermaine shifts to straight reggae with a dense rhythm section providing the backdrop for reverent, personal lyrics. "I Come To Praise and Worship," is sure to be a favorite with a stunning verse delivered by none other than Jamaica's hottest new artist, DJ Nicholas! With fourteen tracks of pure praise and worshi p music, Jermaine Edwards' Island Worship: A Jamaican Experience is a sure-fire pleaser. If you're looking for a fresh new worship album, make sure to add this to your collection today! MONTY G, NO STOPPIN' MIXTAPE (LOJ Sounds) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 It's been over two years since gospel reggae fans have had a full-length release from Monty G to blaze their speakers... Finally the wait is over! With a full seventeen songs, Monty flows effortlessly through several different genres: from dancehall to hip-hop to roots and everything in between. Songs such as "No Stoppin'" and "Christian Soldiers" (feat. St. Matthew) are bangin' combinations of hip-hop and dancehall, chock full of rumbling bass and sharp snare hits. For straight-up dancehall fans, "Who Dem Wan Dis?" featuring Yankee is a sure-fire favorite. Lovers of Monty G's rootsy sing-jay style will enjoy "Who Shall Lead" and "We Shall Overcome". Both songs showcase Monty's raspy-yet-smooth signature flow over melodic roots riddims. This mixtape is an excellent combination of everything we've come to expect from Lion of Judah's premiere artist/producer. Order your copy today !*Buy the full-length songs for only 99¢ each from the download section of GospelReggae.com* TROY ANTHONY, RISE UP (LOJ Sounds) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 You heard him first as the stand out new voice on the Streetlight Mixtape 2. Now with his debut LP, Rise Up, Troy Anthony fills a void in the Gospel Reggae genre by presenting a powerful, soulful voice that meets and even exceeds the quality of contemporary reggae singers such as Luciano and Bushman. Every single song on this album is a demonstration of his beautifully rich vocal style. His voice, however, isn't his only tool: Troy Anthony's lyrics are equally powerful and could easily stand alone as a conscious, uplifting collection of urban poetry and relevant sermon messages. Not one song on this exceptional debut is merely filler. Overall, Troy Anthony's Rise Up album is a perfect blend of roots riddims, incredible vocal prowess and relevant Gospel messages. This is one CD that definitely belongs in the collection of every single Gospel Reggae fan! If you only buy one roots album this season, make sure this is it! AVALANCHEE, HARD 2 THE CORE (Creative Soul) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 For years now, the duo known as Avalanchee has been blazing up top gospel reggae compilations such as the Riddim Invasion series, Trinity Mix 2.0 and both volumes of the bestselling Street Light Mixtape. After much anticipation, fans of these brothers' hard-hitting baritone deejay style finally have a full-length release to sink their teeth into. Brought to you by Monty G, &qu ot;Hard 2 The Core" is a top quality mix of mostly dancehall with traces of hip-hop and a consistent hardcore reggae delivery. Producer DJ Frost provides a wide array of beats, helping Avalanchee stay true to authentic dancehall on tracks such as "Ballin' Skeem", "Buggin", "Nah Fraid" (feat. Mr. Lynx & Fire) and "Da Word" (with Monty G). These siblings raise the bar in gospel dancehall. Everything about this release showcases the innovation and creativity that accompany a sincere dedication to the Lord. True to its title, this CD is HARD TO THE CORE! Snatch up your copy today! [236_t.jpg] KATSJAM ROOTS GOSPEL VOL. 2, Various Artists (KatsJam) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 Roots Gospel 2 is a sweltering hot compilation with a few passionate roots tracks and a heavy dose of driving dancehall anthems sure to liven up any Christian Bashment. This album is the perfect soundtrack for your Christian party; youth group event, summer camp or simply cruising the strand. It's fun upbeat reggae that can lighten up even the darkest of moods. This top-notch compilation is graced by 14 Jamaican artists that are truly sold out for Jesus Christ. Where else can you find artist such as DJ Nicholas, Katalys Crew, St. Matthew, Ryan Mark, Goddy Goddy, TNJ, and a spirited return from Ziggy Soul all on the same disc? I am confident that it will both edify and entertain you. Buy this clever collaboration today! [238_t.jpg] RETURN OF THE OVERCOMERS, Various (CS) Retail: $15.99 OUR PRICE $12.95 The Return of the Overcomers Soundtrack is a bold and diverse project that is perfect for fans of dancehall, hip-hop and reggae alike. For lovers of straight, hard-hitting dancehall, Mr. Lynx fully delivers with "Gonna Overcome" while Dane-Jah-Rus brings a strong message, declaring that no matter who comes against us, as Christians we will surely "Overcome!" Of course, reggae/culture tunes are represented by the likes of the veteran Monty G who showcases his exceptional sing-jay style and inspired lyrics over a superb modern roots riddim. Fire Kid also comes correct with "Know Who You Are," ; an energetic one-drop tune with driving bass and liquid smooth keyboard melodies. With 20 tracks and a wide variety of styles and artists, this CD is certain to inspire you to overcome all obstacles with fearless faith. Pick up a copy today & let this outstanding release be the soundtrack to your life as you hold firm to God and become an Overcomer! Order these top-selling CDs today at www.GospelReggae.com. And while you are on our website, don't forget to try out our brand new digital download service. We have almost a thousand gospel reggae songs available for only 99 cents each! And we are continually adding new Exclusive tracks that you won't find anywhere else from the top artists in the industry. 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. SHOP NOW --> http://www.gospelreggae.com 3>. CHRISTAFARI RECORDING UPDATE: (A Personal Message from Mark Mohr) Dear friends, in our previous update we requested donations to help cover the recording expenses of Christafari's next album, "to the Foundation." The response has been positive so far and we have already raised $635 in donations towards Christafari's next CD! We would like thank the Curran, Trott, Maldonado, Gayle, Bright, Scott, Janicki and Mohr families for their generous suppor t. To show our appreciation, you will be the first to get a pre-release of our next album! We have already finished the tracking of drums and bass and are currently recording keys, guitar and percussion. However, we cannot finish this recording without your prayers and continued support. Please pray for our finances, as we need to raise $1,500 by next week in order to cover the flights, food and costs of the trumpet, sax and trombone players. Ask that God will continue to provide for us as we do His work. Given our present financial situation, instead of digging ourselves into greater debt to cover the costs of these three horn players, guest vocalists, mastering, manufacturing and promoting this new album, we humbly ask the rest of you to lend a helping hand. If you have ever been blessed by the ministry of Christafari, and enriched by our recordings, please consider blessing us with a monetary love-gift of any size. Your generous donation will be gre atly appreciated and enable the ministry of Christafari to press on. Our need is real and immediate. Simply make your check out to "Christafari" and please make sure your name and address are written clearly on your check. Then mail it to: Christafari 1942 259th Place Lomita, CA 90717 USA For your donation, you will get the assurance that you are blessing a ministry that is making a difference in this dark world. You will also get a huge thanks from Christafari and we will make sure that you receive a special advanced copy of this album long before anyone else has heard it! Thanks for your generosity. May you be showered with all the spiritual blessings from above! Swimming in His Grace, Mark Mohr Christafari www.christafari.com Blessings in Christ, The staff of GOSPELREGGAE .COM [webstore_graphic.gif] www.gospelreggae.com www.lionofzion.com www.christafari.com www.avionblackman.com www.imisi.com www.reggaesundayschool.com A Division of Lion of Zion Entertainment Inc. E-mail: customer_service@lionofzion.com 26022 Cayuga Avenue, Lomita CA 90717 (310) 356-6047 Toll Free: (877) 271-7606 (US and Canada only) *********************************************************************** In the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty Forward the Reggae Vibe...Every Time ! Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Tom Pearson REGGAE AMBASSADOR WORLDWIDE#33 http://www.reggaeambassadors.org ************************************************************************* < REGGAE AMBASSADOR WORLDWIDE 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. (REGGAE AMBASSADOR WORLDWIDE). REGGAE AMBASSADOR WORLDWIDE is not responsible for the veracity, or for the content, of any REGGAE AMBASSADOR WORLDWIDE member's statement, views, and/or opinions included in this newsletter."