(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Friday, December 14, 2007 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] Don't forget to vote in R.A.W's Board elections [2] Reggae Film Festival (Kingston Jamaica - Feb. 15,16,17, [3] AL G DELIVERS TRIPLE WHAMMY [4] Reggae Vibes -*- News Bulletin (December 12, 2007) -*- [5] ReggaeCD.com --> Another UNBELIEVABLE SALE in-stock CDs & DVDs !!! [6] wadi gad and jahbandis has sent you a blog on MySpace.com! wadi gad [7] R.A.W. reminder - please send in your Board election ballot soon _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Tom "Jah Son" Pearson [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #33] Subject: Don't forget to vote in R.A.W's Board elections Date: Thursday, December 13, 2007 1:07 AM From Tom "Jah Son" Pearson (R.A.W. #33) Just a friendly reminder to all R.A.W. members to please make your voice be heard by returning the RAW Board election ballot. Although there is only one contested position, that is important enough to participate. Deadline for ballots to be received is Jan 14, 2008, and I should remind you that mail to Guam will take at least 1 week - 10 days, especially during the holiday season. Any member who did not receive a ballot, please contact me immediately so that I can send one to you. Remember to include your RAW membership number on the ballot! Forward Tom [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Alexander Bonilla Silva [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Reggae Film Festival (Kingston Jamaica - Feb. 15,16,17, 2008) Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2007 03:01:36 -0500 (COT) From: Alexander Bonilla Silva Dic. 12, 2007 Reggae Film Festival MINISTER OF CULTURE ANNOUNCES REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL Kingston, Jamaica, December 11, 2007 A REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL featuring films that have reggae music as the subject, story line or content will be held in Kingston on February 15,16,17, 2008 to focus on film as an aspect of Jamaican music culture. This was announced today by Minister of Information, Culture, Youth & Sports with responsibility for Entertainment, Hon. Olivia 'Babsy' Grange, who said that her Ministry will be assisting the Reggae Film Festival to showcase some of the many documentaries, feature films and music videos being made that incorporate or highlight Jamaica's unique reggae music. The Film Festival will be a prelude to the Reggae Academy Awards being presented at that time by Recording Industry Association of Jamaica (RIAJam) as well as a sidebar of the Global Reggae 2008 conference hosted by the UWI Institute of Caribbean Studies. The REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL is organized by film maker and film festival organizer Barbara Blake Hannah in collaboration with ReggaeFilms.co, a UK-based online community and marketplace for films, books and music highlighting Jamaica's reggae culture. Minister Grange says the REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL will give Jamaicans the opportunity to view some of the best of the hundreds of films made about and because of the world famous music of Jamaica, that not only reflect the wide interest in Jamaican music, but also bring tourists on vacation and income to members of the entertainment fraternity, as well as the nation. "Most of the films about Jamaica are made by reggae lovers in countries outside Jamaica and we here at home have never seen them. There are also some Jamaican films that equally have never had local TV or cinema exposure. The REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL will showcase the best of these. There is certainly enough material of interest continually being produced to make this an annual event," said Minister Grange. Co-ordinators Barbara Blake Hannah and Peter Gittins of Reggae Films UK, say the Reggae Film Festival will be a Red Carpet event of films in the categories of Reggae Rock-umentary, Roots – Rock - Reggae, and Give Thanks & Praise. Films include "ROOTS TIME" an amusing feature film by Peruvian film maker Silvestre Jacobi that follows two Rastas who travel around Jamaica selling records. A special Charity Premiere of the feature documentary "THE AFRICAN SAFARI" with Dub poet Benjamin Zephiniah that examines the social, economic and political progress of the African people, will be hosted by Mrs. Lorna Golding, wife of the Prime Minister, and her son Stephen to raise funds for the UK-African charity S.E.E.D. On the final night Awards will be presented to the Best Feature, Best Documentary and Best Music Video. Among the screenings will be a film archive segment featuring the documentary "Red X: Stepping Razor" by Wayne Jobson and the feature film "Countryman" by Dickie Jobson, both of whom will be special guests of the Reggae Film Festival. An announcement will be made nearer the event date of a major star guest from the US film industry. The music video entries include the sensational claymation videos by "Duppy Arts'' featuring animated figures of stars such as Yellow Man, Twins of Twins, Ninja Man, Bounti Killa and Capelton performing their greatest hits. The Reggae Film Festival is intended to be the foundation of a Jamaica Film Academy that will archive films for research, screening and education. Entries are invited of films of any length by professionals as well as amateurs. All submissions must be on DVD and there is no entry fee. ABOUT REGGAE FILMS.CO 'Reggae Films UK promotes Jamaican related films and helps to keep the public and members of the industry informed about all the latest Jamaican film productions and releases throughout the world. This is done online via a regularly updated film list on the website www.reggaefilms.co.uk The aim of Reggae Films.co is to promote and preserve Jamaican culture through the use of film. The company is very passionate about Jamaican culture and especially films which help to capture the essence of Jamaican life. Reggae Music plays a big part of Jamaican culture and many films have been made on the subject over the years yet most of these films have never been aired in Jamaica or ever released on the island, so the Jamaican people are really missing out on some beautiful films which have helped to attract people to Jamaica over the years and that have built an image in peoples minds of what Jamaica is all about. The Jamaica Film Academy aims to preserve all moving images relating to Jamaica and it's musical past. Reggae is a worldwide phenomenon which has brought the One Love message to us all. A lot of the originators of reggae music are no longer with us and some of these legends were never captured on film, but some were. It's our goal to make sure that all Jamaican related films are collected, catalogued and preserved for the future generations. Jamaican culture has had such a big effect worldwide yet there is no real accessible archive which collects these types of films, these films are so important to the history of Jamaica as well as for the education of the rest of the world and need to be preserved. Reggae Films.co has been cataloging and collecting films single handedly for several years now and recently had the opportunity to team up with Jamaica Media Productions who also have the same goals and enthusiasm to help make our goals a reality and to help preserve these special films.' Application forms for Entries in the REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL can be requested from Jamaica Media Productions Ltd., P.O. Box 727, Kingston 6 or downloaded from myspace.com/jamaicamediaproductions. Further Info: Barbara Blake Hannah http://www.myspace.com/barbaramakeda ... Best Regards and RASpect !!!! Respectfully, Alexander Bonilla Silva RAW # 1222 Reggae Promoter / DJ (Radio & Club) abonilla@reggaecolombia.com http://www.reggaecolombia.com/ http://www.reggaeambassadors.org/ http://www.myspace.com/reggaecolombia http://reggaecolombia.wordpress.com/ Postal Mail: Alexander Bonilla Silva Barrio Los Caracoles Manzana 21 Lote 7 (2ª Etapa) Cartagena De Indias, Bolivar, Colombia Tel: 00(575) 6670788 Mob:00(57) 311 689 16 30 [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Alfred Gumbs [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: AL G DELIVERS TRIPLE WHAMMY Date: 12th December 2007 Greetings Please find the attached news release on the launch of Alfred Gumbs' CD package in Anguilla. You are reminded of your invitation to the Press Conference at the Anguilla Tourist Board's Conference room at 10.00 a.m. on Friday 14th December 2007. Please let me know if you plan to be there. Thank you Ijahnya Christian Executive Director Athlyi Rogers Study Centre Triple Crown Culture Yard P. O. Box 109, The Valley Anguilla AI-2640 Tel. (264) 497 2878 Cel. (264) 729 9596 Fax (264) 729 7999 Athlyi Rogers Study Centre athlyirogersstudycentre@yahoo.com Triple Crown Culture Yard, P. O. Box 109, The Valley, Anguilla AI-2640 Tel. (264) 497-2878 www.athlyirogersstudycentre.blogspot.com NEWS RELEASE 12th December 2007 AL G DELIVERS TRIPLE WHAMMY Music lovers in Anguilla are in for a treat this Thursday night when the Dune Preserve offers a sneak preview of Alfred Wycliffe Gumbs’ CD trio ROOTS, LOVERS ROCK and PRAISE HIM slated for release on Friday 14th. Alfred, popularly known as Al G whose perennial Just a Christmas Card is an all time favourite with listeners worldwide, is pleased to announce the simultaneous release of three music albums in a compilation of gospel roots reggae from the 1960s to the 21st Century. All the cuts on the albums are written and performed by this veteran musician who made his calypso debut in Anguilla as the Mighty Condor before building a formidable reputation in the reggae genre. This CD package represents his 10th album in 22 years. Al-G started his own label AWG Music over ten years ago with a press release in the leading trade publication, Billboard magazine, then distributed in 163 countries world wide. His roots-oriented reggae music has had sales globally and increased sales are expected with these new releases. This is based on a special distribution and marketing deal with Ernie B’s record label, a leading reggae distributor and wholesaler operating out of California. AWG’s Agent in Anguilla is Ijahnya Christian of Triple Crown Culture Yard who is responsible for distribution island-wide. Al-G is proud of his role as one of the pioneers in the production and recording of reggae music in the USVI and welcomes the development of the Virgin Islands as one of the hotbeds of this art form. Many music critics have rated Al-G’s recordings as Five Stars, a standard he intends to maintain. This latest CD package is a result of Al-G’s collaboration with the famous reggae producer and studio engineer Karl Pitterson, who is known for award winning recordings with reggae greats Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer, Jimmy Cliff, Burning Spear and Steel Pulse, to name a few. In 1977, it was Pitterson who mixed the Bob Marley and The Wailers Exodus album, voted by Time Magazine as “The Best Album of the 20th Century”. Pitterson’s most memorable show as a live sound engineer was the legendary One Love Peace Concert in Jamaica in 1978. He was also the force behind Steel Pulse’s Handsworth Revolution in 1978, Tribute to the Martyrs in 1979 and True Democracy in 1982. Pitterson’s engineering wizardry combined with Gumbs’ mastery of his music is highly evident in this rich offering of African ROOTS, LOVE solid as the rock that gave birth to the man and continual PRAISE to the Almighty God for a bountiful life and successful career. Alfred Gumbs is the son of the late Judge Gumbs and Mrs. Elma Gumbs who now resides in St. Thomas USVI. His strong faith is evident in his music, as is his obvious love for reggae. “The Psalms were written in reggae music,” he says. Ijahnya Christian, Director [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Reggae Vibes Prods NL [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Reggae Vibes -*- News Bulletin (December 12, 2007) -*- Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 22:48:06 +0100 From: Reggae Vibes Productions NL -*- http://www.reggae-vibes.com -*- -*- News Bulletin (December 12, 2007) -*- **** THIS WEEK'S UPDATES AT http://www.reggae-vibes.com **** # "Volumes 37 and 38" have been released in VP Records' successful "Strictly The Best" series. # Zareb's "Authentic Love" is a very fine second one artist album for Ingo Rheinbay and his Pow Pow Movement. # Tony Roots' "Vision Tomorrow" is a solid album, which shouldn't be overlook by any modern roots fan. # The DVD "Reggae All Stars" features an excellent vintage show with Pat Kely, Mighty Diamonds and Leroy Sibbles. # "Essential Reggae" is a nice dvd featuring the legendary Gregory Isaacs, Trinity, Ruddy Thomas and Paul Elliot. # New Birth Music releases cuts from Lenn Hammond, Lutan Fyah, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Blessed, Oba Simba and Prophecy on the "Three Wise Mice" (aka "Three Blind Mice") riddim. # Brand new double A-sided 7" single from Suga Roy & Conrad Crystal features tunes across the "Ska" and "Gunman" riddims. # The "Ghetto Ride" riddim from Austria's Bassrunner camp is a very strong backdrop featuring cuts from artists such as Busy Signal, Ward 21, Da'Ville, Million Stylez and Ill Inspecta. # Almost 30 years after its original release 17 North Parade reissues Joe Gibbs Family Of Artists' "Reggae Christmas". # Jacob Miller & Ray I's classic Xmas album "Natty Christmas" is re-released with two tracks featuring contemporary artists Turbulence and Red Rat. # Tassa Records' sampler "Reggae Christmas" features artists such as White Mice, Dean Fraser, Tony Tuff, Junior Delgado and The Heptones. # 'Videoclip Of The Week' features Assassin's "Boring Gal". # Playlist for Reggae Vibes Radio Show ~ Thursday, December 13, 2007. **** AND DON'T FORGET... **** # PEOPLE'S CHOICE! 2007... You can cast your vote in the Reggae Vibes 2007 Polls for Best Producer, Best Male Dancehall Artist, Best Roots Artist, Best Male Vocalist, Best Newcomer Dancehall, etc. And... we also want YOUR nominations for the hottest riddims, the most exciting 45s and best albums of 2007. So don't hesitate any longer! Complete the forms and send us your entries now! We have ten cd's for give away. Winners will be randomly selected. # Submit your personal top 5 tunes! Every month we'll pick a winner and post his/her top 5 complete with full length soundclips on the Reggae Vibes website. # 'Reggae Vibes SoundStation' brings you the sounds of yesterday, today & tomorrow. Push the PLAY button of the player on top of the homepage to get it started! And... you're even able to request a tune! New tunes are added twice a week (Tuesday and Saturday). # "The Official UK Dancehall Top 10" and "Jamaica's Weekly Top 20 (Singles) Hit List" - both with full length soundclips - are featured on our site. Also check Teacher & Mr. T's "Hot'n'Fresh Top 15", where you can vote for your favourite tune. THIS AND MUCH MORE AT : http://www.reggae-vibes.com (c) 2007 Reggae Vibes Productions [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: ReggaeCD.com [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: ReggaeCD.com --> Another UNBELIEVABLE SALE in-stock CDs & DVDs !!! Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:11:19 –0500 From: "Ejaness.com" OK...so you think it couldn't get better...well it has !!! For now until December 24th order 12 of our "on sale - Specials" CDs and DVDs and we will NOT charge you for the 4 lowest priced items...that is like buying 8 and getting 4 free. Mixed orders which include regular priced items will not qualify for this discount...you must order only from the CDs and DVDs listed as "SPECIALS" by clicking on the following link: Click here --> http://www.reggaecd.com/store/mresults.php?Specials=YES OVER 350 TITLES ON SPECIAL!!! 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This is a message from wadi gad and jahbandis: CHECK OUT spacecoast fm.com BEST ROOTS ONLINE 24/7 SEVEN DAYS KEEP IT LOCKS wadi gad and jahbandis thought you might enjoy checking out this blog on MySpace.com! You don't have to join MySpace.com to view the blog. Just use the link below. http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog&friendID=45735754 [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= From: "Tom Pearson" [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #33] Subject: R.A.W. reminder - please send in your Board election ballot soon Date: Thursday, December 13, 2007 5:23 PM Greetings! I would like to remind you to take part in the current RAW Board election, and send in your ballot as soon as possible. Although most positions are uncontested, there is one seat that IS being contested by two qualified candidates, and it is important that we get as many responses from RAW members as possible. Ballots must be received by Jan 14, 2008, and mail to Guam will take 7-10 days, possibly longer during the busy holiday season. Why not take a moment now and mark your ballot, and then send it in? If you did not receive a ballot, it is most likely due to my not having an updated address for you in the database. Please send me your most recent mailing address, and I will send another ballot asap. Give thanks to all those who have already sent in their votes. Ever Forward Tom "jahs Son" Pearson R.A.W. #33 *********************************************************************** In the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty Forward the Reggae Vibe...Every Time ! Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Tom Pearson R.A.W.#33