(¯`·._(¯`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´¯)_.·´¯) Thursday, December 20, 2007 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] Don't forget to vote in R.A.W's Board elections [2] Daniel Frankston endorsement & call to vote for Ras Danny as RAW's next DJ/Label Coordinator [3] [The Vibe Mailing List] Holiday Updates [4] Henry Turner jr. and flavor @ oak creek brewery in sedona Dec. 22nd [5] Lee "Scratch" Perry Grammy Nomination [6] 'Reggae Vibes' Newsletter #605 [7] WAYNE STODDART: Inspirational Roots Reggae Artiste New CD _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [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: Daniel Frankston [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #495] Subject: Daniel Frankston endorsement & call to vote for Ras Danny as RAW's next DJ/Label Coordinator Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2007 09:18:11 EST From: Greetings fellow RAW members. I am writing each of you with respect to the only contested position on this year's election ballot - the DJ/Label Coordinator. As most of you may be aware, both Ras Danny Fallon (RAW#301) and Christopher Jahmeek (RAW#1792) have been nominated for this position. I urge each and every one of you to: 1) VOTE; and 2) Vote for Ras Danny Fallon (RAW#301) as RAW's next DJ/Record Label Coordinator. Here's why: Since meeting Ras Danny backstage at the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (SNWMF) in 2000, I have become aware of his tireless efforts in helping to promote reggae music in Oregon and throughout the west coast. Ras Danny regularly communicates with me (also a reggae DJ) and others regarding new releases and interesting (though sometimes obscure) music that I might not be familiar with. Ras Danny has been to every SNWMF since - frequents the RAW booth there - and truly connects with label representatives & DJ's alike. Ras Danny's posts at the SNWMF Phorum are an excellent public record of the type of positive impact RAS Danny would have as RAW's DJ Coordinator (here's a link to them: http://www.snwmf.com/phorum/search.php?f=1&search=Ras+Danny&globalsearch=0&m atch=1&date=0&fldauthor=1 ). I believe that RAS Danny's "mission statement" (reprinted on the ballots you all received by mail) articulates some concrete contributions that he is prepared to make in order to help make RAW all it can be. His 'vision' of moving RAW forward is very much in harmony with mine. As the incoming Secretary, having a respected colleague and long-time contributor to both RAW the scene, would be an invaluable asset as we work to infuse RAW with new blood and fresh vision. Daniel (R.A.W.#495) [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Natural Vibrations [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: [The Vibe Mailing List] Holiday Updates Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:39:06 -1000 (HST) From: Natural Vibrations Reply-To: "The perfect stocking stuffer!" Natural Vibrations From The Heart 2007 Your price: $14.99 "HOLIDAY SALE" Natural Vibrations Black Rays Tee available in long-sleeve Your price: $19.99 "All-Natural style cap!' Natural Vibrations Burlap Trucker Cap Your price: $19.99 "HOLIDAY SALE" Natural Vibrations NV Logo Tan Tee available in black Your price: $11.99 Welcome back to the official newsletter of the reggae/rock/pop band NATURAL VIBRATIONS! GUITAR GIVEAWAY We wanna make you a rockstar! From now until January 15th YOU can be the winner of a brand new Danelectro ELECTRIC GUITAR signed by the band! Go to the Natural Vibrations Online Store to enter and pick up all the latest styles of NV t-shirts, hats, CDs and more. Visit our Holiday Sale section where you can find tees starting at $9.99 and up! Guitar courtesy of our sponsor COCONUT GROVE MUSIC located at 418 KuŒulei Road in Kailua, HI. Visit www.coconutgrovemusic.com for all your music needs. HOLIDAY CONCERTS 12.21.07--Breakers Bar & Grill -21 and over welcome 12.22.07- 4th ANNUAL CHRONIC X-MAS PARTY @ Pipeline Café with Natural Vibrations, Ooklah the Moc, and Iration from Santa Barbara, CA-18 and over welcome! For Pre-Sale Tickets Click HERE . 12.28.07-- Pre-New Year¹s Bash @ Boardrider¹s Bar & Grill -21 and over welcome Go to www.naturalvibrations.com for show information & updates. MELE KALIKIMAKA from NATURAL VIBRATIONS www.naturalvibrations.com www.myspace.com/naturalvibrations To unsubscribe to this newsletter, send an email to management@naturalvibrations.com [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Henry Turner Jr & Flavor [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Henry Turner jr. and flavor @ oak creek brewery in sedona Dec. 22nd Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:31:18 –0600 From: HENRY Turner henryturner@juno.com Henry Turner jr. henryturner@juno.com 225-952-0784 www.myspace.com www.henryturnerjr.com www.flavor.ballardsbytes.com www.romr.ballardsbytes.com/ [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Megawave Records [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Lee "Scratch" Perry Grammy Nomination Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2007 20:24:24 -0500 From: John Palmer Hi Folks: I just want to make sure you know about our Grammy nomination, for Lee "Scratch" Perry's The End of an American Dream in the Best Reggae Album category. Lee "Scratch" Perry is a living legend, and we are very pleased to have the opportunity to work with him and collaborator Steve Marshall on this project. Grammy voters, please keep us in mind. We consider each of our projects very special, but this recognition will help us in moving our Michigan-based label and production facility forward in the new year. Thanks again for all your support. All the best, John John Palmer, President MEGAWAVE Records P.O. Box 15219 Lansing, Michigan 48901-5219 voice 517-371-4444 fax 517-371-4445 cell 734-260-6950 e-mail megawave@ic.net web www.megawaverecords.com [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Lance-O [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: 'Reggae Vibes' Newsletter #605 Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:48:32 -0800 From: LANCE-O Greetings 'REGGAE VIBES' Massive & Krew First the audio link: http://www.kulchashok.com/old/mp3/reggaevibes605.mp3 This week's edition is brought to you by Kulcha Shok Muzik producers of this program as well as the new tv show 'Island Hoppers,' available on Dish Network & Direct TV. Kulcha Shok also has new t-shirts as well as a song from Tarrus Riley. For that & more kulchashok.com Now this weeks top 10 according to 'REGGAE VIBES' & it's contributing stations: 10. NO ONE(remix) ALICIA KEYS/JR REID 09. FALLEN SOLDIERS DEMARCO KOCH 08. CONSCIENCE BABY CHAM DON CORELEON 07. GHETTO PAIN DUANE STEPHENSON VP 06. NAH GO A JAIL BUSY SIGNAL JAM 2 05. GIVE IT UP BEENIE MAN & BARBEE 357 04. PICK IT UP & DROP IT SEAN PAUL ATLANTIC 03. SHE'S ROYAL TAURUS CANNONBALL 02. ROOTS ETANA FREEMINDED 01. BONAFIDE GIRL SHAGGY feat. RIK ROK & TONY GOLD BIG YARD If you missed the 50th Grammy nominations like me, the best reggae albums are Burning Spear 'The Burning Spear Experience,' Toots & the Maytals for 'Light Your Light,' while rhythm twins Sly & Robbie were nominated for Anniversary, Stephen Marley for 'Mind Control,' and Lee 'Scratch' Perry for The End Of An American Dream.' If you haven't noticed it is All veteran names....again. I think the newly formed Reggae Academy and its Reggae awards will recognize the true progressive field of the music without taking away from the Grammys as well. MTV Networks has sold Tempo, the first and only 24-hour pan-Caribbean cable television network, to a group of investors headed by founder and the newly appointed Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Frederick A. Morton, Jr. Morton founded Tempo while he was employed at MTV Networks. Terms of the deal, which closed on Thursday November 8, 2007, were not disclosed. Tempo has always elevated the music of the Caribbean in the Caribbean and I know they want to do that worldwide. The channel was launched by MTV Networks in November, 2005. Since then, the company has obtained cable distribution in 25 islands, reaching nearly 400,000 households and an estimated 1.6 million viewers. Tyrone Taylor died on Saturday December 1 from prostate cancer in Kingston. The St. Elizabeth-born Taylor, who was 50 years old, had fallen on hard times. He suffered two strokes in recent years and spoke openly of a substance abuse problem that derailed a promising career. It was this song Cottage in Negril, that made him popular. Bernard Jackson the former lead singer of the R&B group Surface has released an uptempo reggae version of Surface?s 1989 hit single Happy. Additionally, Jackson is working with reggae label Wagon Music Works to release his first reggae album next year. Lastly, it looks like Feb will be reggae month in Jamaica. In our new releases this week first from Riverstone Records & Mystic Urchin it's the debut album from Rootz Underground called 'Movement.' This group is part of a new movement of rok reggae coming out of Jamaica. The lead singer Stephen has a Marley vibe because hes original and all I can say is look out for this group. Ruff Cut Records releases Hutchy's 'My Time.' I can't quite make this one out. Zion Roots music releases 'Reggae Baje Vol 2.' This compilation offers new reggae artists a chance to shine. Music Video Distributors releases 'Giddimani 2007,' which means it has to be Perfect, the artist, thing since that is his trademark. It's a concert in Jamaica starring all good artists especially those of the newer generation & it gives you the full meaning of 'Giddimani.' Heartbeat Records releases a limited edition Studio One colored vynl record singles box to promote the Bob Marley & the Wailers cd 'Another Dance: Rarities from Studio One. Ziggy Marley re-releases his 'Love Is My Religion' cd as the first official release of the new Tuff Gong International label. It's a nice revisit to the album, which has all the original tracks plus 3 bonus live cuts that are not new. It has opened my ears to 'Into The Groove.' Lastly, VP Records releases their biggest compilation next to Reggae Gold, Strictly The Best 37 & 38. The biggest artists doing the biggest songs it all here reggae & dancehall wise & this year is no exception. Each week we ask a trivia question first last week we asked, 'Hello Carol' was originally called 'Hello My Love.' It happened to be released just before the holiday season, so why the name change? Well many thought it was a Xmas song but they felt a name change was better so they capitalized on that by putting Carol This week we ask, The Gladiators signed with which major label? In case you don't know. we will have all that & more on next weeks edition... It can also be heard on KTUH H 90.3 WHCJ Savannah, Ga 90.3 w/ Ras Hanif WESU Middleton, Ct 88.1 w/ Donovan Longmore WSND South Bend, In 88.9 w/ Jah Dave & African Teacher Selector's Choice Rootz Underground 'Hammer' LANCE-O 305.534.6110 KULCHA SHOK MUZIK, Inc. www.kulchashok.com myspace.com/kulchashok myspace.com/islandhopperstv [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Wayne Stoddart [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: WAYNE STODDART: Inspirational Roots Reggae Artiste New CD Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 18:47:02 –0500 From: Wayne Stoddart JAMI (Jamaica Music Awards) nominee for Best Gospel Band of 1996, Best New Reggae Gospel album Nominee for the New York Caribbean Gospel Awards (NYCGA) 2002, Awarded 2003 most Distinguished Male Vocal (NYCGA) and Nominated best New Reggae Gospel Album by the Merlin Gospel Awards 2004- Wayne Stoddart is back with an innovative independent roots gospel album entitled Love Convictions. His solo debut album, "Committed," was self-produced. The title track Committed exploded the Jamaican air waves and spent 8 weeks at number one on the Love 101 FM's top 10 chart. LOVE CONVICTION is the kind of deep introspective album that most artists aspire to make. "It addresses the issue of misplaced priorities that plagues humanity," Stoddart said. "I pray this album makes a difference in the lives of all who come within earshot." Stoddart went on to explain that he was inspired to write many of the songs from the album from his closer than ever relationship with God and the revelation of The Word revealed to him by the Holy Spirit. From the militant expressive Move On, to the easy-listening Live Love and Learn to the Foot stumping Reggae Rock the album mirrors the greatest commandments ­ Love God and Love each other. LOVE CONVICTIONS is an accompanying tool for overcoming adversity. Move On is an encouraging theme full of allegory of a Christian's fight to keep focused on the Promised Land in the face of opposition. Lives in Smoke takes a serious look at the dangers of drug abuse to both the physical and spiritual man. Love in any Language addresses the issue of disunity on a global scale and speaks to the need for ethnic, religious and social harmony among all nations. Immediately after the appeal for peace you are led into an atmosphere of worship with the powerful ­ Highest Praise which showcases the talent of Platinum Producer Dale "Dr. Dizzle" Virgo on a modern lovers rock reggae riddim. Background vocals were done by the well acclaimed TNJ and the talented band and production cast included names like Clifton "Johnny" Clarke, Leighton "Floyd" Henry, Craig McDonald, Benjy Myaz, Hugh Palmer, Sly Dunbar, Rohan Dwyer, Damond Stoddart, Zamar, Dalton Brownie, St. Matthew and members of the Code Red Band. Jamaican born Stoddart entered the gospel music scene in the mid 90's touring with the Grace Thrillers and has shared stage with the likes of Shirley Caesar, FC Barnes, Morgan Heritage, Sherene Anderson and Judy Mowat (Former member of Bob Marley's )I-Threes to name a few. In essence Stoddart is a dynamic reggae gospel artist both on stage and off; he is a dedicated Christian and a top-class musician. This album is a must have for all reggae music lovers and gospel music lover alike. It's a steal if you fall in both categories! Love Conviction is available online at www.waynestoddart.com , www.myspace.com/waynestoddart , www.CDBaby.com/cd/waynestoddart , www.gospelreggae.com , Amazon.com , the iTunes Music Store and other download stores on the web. Contact: Denver Sutherland Company: Undiluted Muzik Tel: 1-954-917-7983 / 954-655-6211 info@waynestoddart.com or undilutedmuzik@gmail.com *********************************************************************** In the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty Forward the Reggae Vibe...Every Time ! Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Tom Pearson R.A.W.#33 http://www.reggaeambassadors.org ************************************************************************* < R.A.W. 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."