(Ż`·._(Ż`·......Wha Gwaan in R.A.W......·´Ż)_.·´Ż) Friday, April 18, 2008 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ *INDEX [1] NWWRF and Earthday [2] the 'new look THE ARK BAND/raw 1414/ site [3] Kaati [4] Headlines! Brick and Lace Serenade Africa, TOK gets animated, Christopher's and Peter Live! [5] Headlines! Marley Matriarch to Zion, Morgan's Rootz Raid and Skateland Saturdays [6] Keyser Soze TONIGHT @ Great Basin Brewery in Reno/Sparks [7] Luciano Wednesday night [8] Mid Tour Announcement [9] Reggae Vibes Prods NL [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] [10] REGGAECD.COM --> 15 MORE TITLES ON SALE! [11] Renegade Productions Reggae/Ska Concert CalendarRevised 4-14-08 _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ [1] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Doug Carnie [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: NWWRF and Earthday Date: Friday, April 18, 2008 4:52 AM >From Doug Carnie Hi All Northwest World Reggae Festival 2008 is pleased to announce the addition of MIDNITE to this years lineup. >From St. Croix We welcome Midnite >From Jamaica: We welcome The Mighty Diamonds, Sister Carol, and Itawe. >From Zimbabwe: We welcome Thomas Mapfumo and the Blacks Unlimited with Luveness Wesa and White Bantuz >From California: Lion Camp Tour with Jah Sun Also from Oregon, The Don Dignitaries with Zelly Rock and RK-1 and The Escort Service Showcase with Jaga and many more! Constant works are underway for the making of the best show so far! Stay posted for many more announcements to follow soon! Check it! www.midniteband.com www.mightydiamonds.com www.sistercarol.com www.myspace.com/itawe www.myspace.com/thomasmapfumoandtheblacksunlimited www.lovenesswesa.org jahsunmusic.com www.myspace.com/zellyrock www.myspace.com/scottiequotonedropquot For NWWRF 2008 Tickets: Early Bird Special on line now Will be ending soon $80.00 for three days including camping There will be a promotional table at most of these show with tickets available. In addition, Look for NWWRF on Alberta Street (close to Thai Noon) during Last Thursdays. Please visit us on the web: www.nwworldreggae.com Shows in PDX Tonight Friday April 18th Ulotrichi Productions Presents Don Carlos w/ Adrian Xavier and DJ Short Change www.doncarlosreggae.com www.adrianxavier.com www.myspace.com/djshortchange www.berbati.com www.ulotrichi.com Berbati's Pan 10 SW 3rd Portland, Oregon 21 and over $18.00 advanced $22.00 day of show Doors at 8 PM SAturday April 19 City Repair project presents Earthday Dance of the Dinosaur! Overlook Park NE Fremont and Interstate Portland Oregon 10:45 - Alpaca 12:00 - The Wandering Minds 1:15 - Kazum 1:45 - NuBorn 3:00 - Matt Butlerıs S.E.E. 4:15 - Luminous Fog 5:30 - Off the Grid 6:45 - Three For Madness 8:00 - Subatomic 9:00 - Phidelity We will be doing sound and production at the Fire Stage. NWWRF 2008 will also have an info booth for the festival there! Come out and support these fine performers and check out great non profits from here in Portland!! Show will go rain or shine. There will be rain cover around this stage. www.cityrepair.org/wiki.php/wow www.portlandonline.com/parks/finder/index.cfm?PropertyID=497&action=ViewPark Tuesday April 22 Half Pint w/ the Yellow Wall Dub Squad featuring Itawe and Steve Culture and DJ Xacto www.halfpintmusic.com www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=2 Lola's Room 1332 West Burnside Portland, Oregon 503-225-0047 21 and over NON SMOKING $14.00 Advance $16.00 at door Doors at 8:00 PM Show at 9:00 PM Thursday April 24th Ulotrichi Productions Presents Dezarie w/ Nuborn Come and enjoy a great performer at Portland best sounding room. Buy tickets early as this one will sell out! www.dezarie.com www.nuborntribe.com www.wonderballroom.com www.ulotrichi.com Wonder Ballroom 128 NE Russell Street Portland, Oregon 503-284-8686 All ages $20 Doors at 8 PM Show at 9 PM Shows out of PDX Tonight Friday April 5th WOW HALL Eugene Oregon ALL AGES Flowstone Magazine's Benefit for Oregon Literacy With classrooms at full capacity in most schools & prisons overcrowded, one regional newspaper has decided to bring this message to the everyday people who may not even be aware of the problem or the ways they can help. Flowstone is a free monthly publication based out of Eugene, with distribution throughout Southern Oregon. Following a three-month campaign to raise awareness of this issue, on April 5th Flowstone is hosting a benefit concert for Oregon Literacy, Inc. at WOW Hall. Featuring two of Portlandıs premier reggae bands, Nuborn will be opening for Uprite Dub Orchestra. Formed in 1965, Oregon Literacy, Inc. is dedicated to helping people become more independent, self-confident and ultimately safe, through literacy. The cornerstone of many of Oregon Literacy's services remains the statewide Literacy Line. The toll-free hotline [800-322-8715] connects over a thousand adults with literacy programs every year. Since its founding by a coalition of literacy groups in the 1980's, it has helped over 20,000 people connect with literacy programs in their own communities. Answering calls for help every day, OLI ensures access to programs through partnerships with organizations as widespread as the Oregonian, OPB, employment offices, libraries, and other non-profits across the state. You can learn more by visiting- www.oregonliteracy.org. www.wowhall.org For more shows see www.pdxreggae.com [2] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Roots-ee [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #1414] Subject: the 'new look THE ARK BAND/raw 1414/ site Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 9:06 AM >From Roots-ee http://thearkband.com one love one peace roots-ee --- the ark band http://www.myspace.com/thearkbandcolumbus ***emancipate yourselves from mental slavery none but ourselves can free our minds*** [3] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: BOB MARLEYıS ORIGINAL BAND, THE WAILERS, ROCK MONT BLEU ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29 Date: Thursday, April 17, 2008 4:56 PM >From Kaati Publicity: Kaati 775-337-8344 Tuesday, April 29 THE WAILERS Also The Mark Sexton Band MontBleu Resort, Stateline, NV Doors 8/Showtime 9pm $25 adv BOB MARLEYıS ORIGINAL BAND, THE WAILERS, ROCK MONT BLEU ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29 The Wailers, are back led by Aston ³Family Man² Barrett and plan to carry on the spirit and musical dominance that was created by Bob Marley and the Wailers with shows throughout the west . The Wailers will bring down the house performing hit after hit. The show opens up at 8pm and the Mark Sexton Band from Reno will start at 9pm. Recognized throughout the world as the architect of reggae, ³Family Man² created a music genre that rose to world domination when he teamed up with Bob Marley as his bassist and musical director to form Bob Marley and the Wailers. ³Family Man² and his band, The Wailers, continue to tour the world leaving no doubt that the musical legacy he and Bob Marley created would continue. ³Family Man² has pushed the limits of The Wailers, by assembling original band members that toured with Bob Marley making this reunion an unprecedented musical event. The name Wailers first applied to groups led by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Bunny Livingston in the mid-sixties, when ska was the ruling sound in Jamaican music. By the end of the decade this triumvirate had teamed up with the Barrett brothers and begun to dominate the early reggae scene, recording untold hits for producer Lee ³Scratch² Perry. After signing to Island Records in 1971, the name Wailers referred to Bob Marleyıs band. When Peter and Bunny left the group two years later, the position of musical director was officially passed onto Aston ³Family Man² Barrett and his late brother Carlton, who died in 1987. Bob Marley and The Wailers would then go on to break musical history by selling well over 250 million records worldwide. Clearly, ³Family Man² is the sole beneficiary of The Wailersı mantle and whilst other long-standing members still record and tour with the band, it is Marleyıs former bassist and musical arranger, ³Family Man², who continues to spread his musical legacy. The lead singer is former City Heat vocalist Gary ³Nesta² Pine, who is widely regarded as The Wailersı best front man since the late, great Bob himself. In summary, The Wailers Band remains the worldıs ultimate roots rock reggae outfit. No other aggregation can match them for either the depth or quality of their hit songs, or their widespread appeal. The cap still fits, and yes, the crowd still wants more. Hard-hitting rhythms, melodic grooves and soulful vocals are key elements in what separate The Mark Sexton Band from other groups. Their latest release with ³Multiformity² in early 2008 marked the turning point for this band. Seeing albums fly at every show has more than confirmed the future for this funky all-acoustic - rock band. Singer/Guitarist/Songwriter Mark Sexton, Bassist Alex Korostinsky, Saxophonist Ryan Parrish and Drummer Dan Weiss have an absolute love for performing and making music together.. Ticket outlets: MonBleu, Mad About Music, Tahoe Hemp, Recycled Records. Jobyıs, New Moon Natural Foods; Also online at Renegadeshows.com and Ticketmaster.com For more information or credit card phone orders call Renegade Productions at 530-583-2801. Kaati RBA Publishing and Publicity P.O. Box 50635 Reno, NV 89513 775-337-8344 fax: 775-337-6499 kaati1@sbcglobal.net [4] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Headline Jamaica [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Headlines! Brick and Lace Serenade Africa, TOK gets animated, Christopher's and Peter Live! Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 5:51 AM >From Headline Jamaica April 9, 2008 In This Issue: Brick and Lace Serenades Nigeria <#nigeria> T.O.K Getsı Animated <#tok> Peter Lloyd Live at Christopher's Jazz Café <#peter> Richie Stevenıs Launches Take Me Away <#richie> Food For The Poor To Furnish Shelters <#food> Youths For National Development <#youths> Keyshia Cole brings Soul to Miss Jamaica Universe 2008 <#cole> Beres Hammond To Spark Cayman <#beres> Top Nominees For 27th IRAWMA <#irwama> Demarco Poised to Win Caribbean Urban Music Award <#demarco> Cherine Anderson ŒHITSı the Streetsr <#cherine> Guyanese reggae fans thrilled by Da'Ville <#daville> Different Page' for I-Octane <#ioctane> Ce'cile Continues To Sizzle <#cecile> AJ Brown to the EAST <#ajbrown> Ken Boothe and Winston Merritone To Be Honoured <#boothe> Lenya Wilks: Rising To Stardom <#lenya> "It's Time" for VC <#vc> Jamaica Broilers And Churches Across Jamaica To Host Free Family Festival <#broilers> Enjoy Food For All At JCDCıs Regional Food Festival <#jcdc> Bring your root to life <#root> Natasja's Big Break 2006: Webisode 3 is Here <#webisode> Cocoa Tea In Support of Barack Obama <#obama> Tour Calendar: Revised and Updated <#tour> On The Horizon: Expanded and Updated <#horizon> Thought of the Week ³Start by doing what is necessary, then whatıs possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.² (Saint Francis of Assisi) Figure It Out What do these words have in common? TOW NET THERE EVENS EON Headliner: Timeka Marshall Who would have thought that a simple jingle for a local company would be the start of a music career that seems destined for success? Well that is exactly how young Guyanese singer Timeka Marshall got her break. In 2006 a local telecommunications company staged a competition for their new jingle. Timeka entered and won. This became the springboard for recording her first R Single ³We Should Separate², which was released and quickly followed by the music video. Produced by Muzikmedia and shot on location in Jamaica both the track and the video gained popularity on the Caribbean music scene and held their own in heavy rotation on radio and television stations across the region. Yet there was much more to unearth in the way of Timekaıs talents. After performing ³We Should Separate² on the Guyanese entertainment circuit to appreciative audiences, Timeka was keen to cultivate her songwriting talents and attended the Barbados Music seminar and Showcase in February 2007. There she blew regional and international music executives away with her obvious talent and enticing sensuality. With just one performance of the gritty dancehall track ³Nothing At All², Timeka was immediately signed to a developmental deal which would see her working with some of Jamaicaıs top producers. For bookings: Call: 876.754.1526 Click: headlinejamaica.com Complete: PDF Booking Form Booking Agents For: Sean Paul Wayne Wonder T.O.K. Damian Marley Stephen Marley Cham Morgan Heritage Spragga Benz Alaine Tami Chynn Tessanne Left Side I-Octane Farenheit Lexxus The Tamlins Voice Mail Assassin Jovi Rockwell Chrisinti Richie Spice Munga Pressure Rootz Underground Ruff Kutt Crew Paula Anne Porter Denise Hunt Stone Love Copper Shot Code Red Digicel Rising Stars Caught on Camera! Sister to Sister Participants: clockwise (Cindy Breakspeare [seated], Etana, Lady G, Yendi Phillips, Pam Hall, M'ıLonie and Nadine Sutherland) all together smile for the camera recently at OPM. The Sisters to Sisters Mediathon, is a seven hour all-female fundraising event to raise $10 Million Dollars towards the building of shelters for battered women, and also for the Womenıs Centre of Jamaica Foundation, this takes place on Sunday April 13 between 1pm ­ 8pm @ CPTC. Well Done!! Iım sure were the words of Peter Bunting (MP for Central Manchester) to Loven McCook (Pan Caribbeanıs Senior Manager for Mandeville and Manchesterıs Branch) at the Men Who Cook Family Fun day held in Mandeville on April 6. Tamara Dasman of Headline Entertainment and the ever fabulous looking Nickeisha Barnes were caught recently at a Career Day Speech held at Holy Childhood High School on Thursday April 3. Surrounded by a bevy of beauties is Neville Bell, here he was seen with Sara Lawrence (Ms Jamaica World 2006), Timeka Marshall (Guyanese Artiste) and Yendi Phillips (Ms Jamaica World 2007) recently at TVJ for the host hunting of the new season of the popular Digicel Rising Stars. Charts Update! Top 20 Reggae Singles At #1 is Mi Nah Rub by Queen Ifrica, Downsound Records At #3 is Sometimes by Courtney John, Fi Wi Music At #5 is Praise God by Little Hero, Inspire At #9 is Yesterday by Daville, Fashowzy At #18 is Iım Bless by Prestige, Timeless Records At# 20 is Iım Waiting by Cecile, Danger Zone Top 20 Dancehall Singles At #1 is Pon di Edge by Busy Signal, Star Kutt At #4 is Don't Run In by Harry Toddler, Truck Back At #9 is Pick it up Drop it by Sean Paul, Birchill At #12 is Tell Dem Donıt Follow by Buju Banton, Heart of Love At #15 is Everybody Dance by RDX, Apt 19 At #20 is Touch Di Road by Mavado, Foota Hype Top 10 Albums/CD Chart At #1 is Intoxication by Shaggy, VP Records/Big Yard At #3 is Book of Life by I Wayne, VP At #7 is Sacrifice by Alaine, Don Corleon At #9 is Foreva by Wayne Wonder, VP MVP Top 10 Video Countdown on RE-TV At #1 is Run Yet by I-Octane, Shorejam, Dir: Asha At #4 is Shoot Out by Mykal Rose, John John, Dir: Rick Elgood At #6 is In My Life by Terro 3000, Dem Yute Deh, Dir: Scorpio 21 At #9 is Old School Love by Isaac Blackman, Dir: Suite 22 Films At #10 is Study People by Serani, Fire Links, Dir: Julia Braham Hype TVıs Top 20 Singles At #1 is Doh by Serani feat. Bugle, Daseca At#5 is Daddy by Queen Ifrica, No Doubt At #11 is Fallen Soldiers by Demarco, Star Kutt At #14 is Gussie Clarke by Deva Brat, Truck Back At #19 is Whoa by Spice, Truck Back RE TV Top 20 Dancehall chart At #1 is Don't Run In by Harry Toddler, Truck Back At #4 is The Mission by Damian and Stephen Marley, Baby G At #7 is Pon di Edge by Busy Signal, Star Kutt At #13 is Money Changer by Mavado, Juke Boxx At #16 is Journey by Bugle, Daseca At #20 is Trailer Load by Vybz Kartel, Chimney Records RE TV Top 20 Reggae chart At #1 is Warrior Love by Etana, Free Mind At #3 is The Plane Land by Richie Spice, No Doubt At #7 is Pull up Selector by Tarrus Riley Jimmy Riley, Taxi At #13 is Stronger by Fanton Mojah, Maximum Sound At #18 is Nothing to Smile About by Morgan Heritage, No Doubt/ VP At #20 is Bun fi Bun by Kiprich, Big Yard The South Florida top 20 Reggae singles At #1 is Praise God by Little Hero, Inspire At #6 is Warrior Love by Etana, Free Mind At #12 is Faraway by Tarrus Riley, Don Corleon At #15 is A Nuh Me Dat by Richie Spice, No Doubt At #17 is Whatıs Love by Shaggy featured Akon, Big Yard The New York Top 30 singles chart At #1 is Praise God by Little Hero, Inspire At #5 is Click My Finger by Erup, Truckback At #15 is Whatıs Love by Shaggy featured Akon, Big Yard At #15 is I Told You by Marcia Griffiths, Joe Fraser At #17 is Unknown Number by Busy Signal, Juke Boxx BBC1Xtra Dancehall chart At #1 is Shoot Out by Mykal Rose, John John At #4 is Sheıs Royal by Tarrus Riley, Cannon At #8 is Bonafide by Shaggy Feat. Rik Rok and Tony Gold, Big Yard At #10 is August Town by Duane Stephenson, Cannon Source: BBC 1Xtra Dancehall Chart Blog Spot Just Walk Away This was the profound statement from the Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, in reference to battered and abused women. Grange (or Babsy, as we call her off air), noted that many women remain in life threatening relationships for a number of reasons, including lack of alternative living arrangements and lack of money. This situation is complicated by the presence of children. In tandem with the Womenx2019;s Centre Foundation, the Minister launched the Sisters to Sisters Mediathon slated to take place this Sunday. The mediathon, which will be carried simultaneously by several radio and television stations including TVJ, has a goal to raise $10 million. All proceeds from the mediation will be used to build additional shelters for women, giving them a chance to x201C;just walk awayx201D;. Even if you donx2019;t know someone who is directly affected by domestic abuse, I urge you to help those who are. Make a pledge, by calling 876-654-9688. It was a show for events! In addition to the Mediathon, we chatted with guests about the Todayx2019;s Money Expo on Thursday in Mandeville (Orville Johnson), the Surviving the Corporate Jungle Expo at UWI this Saturday (Laura Butler, Christopher Barnes), the Evening of Jazz concert on Sunday to raise money for the Holy Trinity Cathedral (Father Ken) and Renal Week (Dr. Adedamola Soyido, Karen Moodie). I was blown away by the indomitable Dwight Pickney and the DP band. His skills with a guitar are extraordinary as demonstrated by both his original pieces and intuitive interpretations. He is as fascinating a personality as he is a musician and we had too little time to scratch the surface of his achievements. Gushing? You better believe I am, and he deserves it. Source: Carlette on Smile Mind Buster Solution They are all anagrams of numbers. Two (Tow) Ten (Net) Three (There) Seven (Evens) One (Eon) Contact Us: Jamaica 8 Haughton Avenue, Kingston 10, P.O. Box 9042 C.S.O. Jamaica WI Tel: 876.754.1526 Fax: 876.906.3634 US Mailing Address: 221 South State Road 7 MB# 4237 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33317 Tel: 305.748.4602 Headlines! is a weekly newsletter published online by Headline Entertainment for media and entertainment professionals. We make no express or implied warranties regarding the accuracy of information contained within this newsletter. Unless otherwise indicated, content provided within is in the public domain and free to redistribute. To submit information, releases, pictures and other materials for consideration, please email media@headlinejamaica.com. We welcome your feedback about the content, layout and usefulness of our newsletter. Headline Entertainment is a leading booking agency and public relations firm operating in the Caribbean. The company has successfully developed its customer base over a ten year period by offering professional services of international standard. Increasing and refining the artiste roster, creative courting of repeat customers, adding qualified team members, diversification of services offered and improving internal infrastructure is expected to facilitate the aggressive growth of the company across the region. Experienced team leaders, Jerome Hamilton and Carlette DeLeon are the driving force behind Headline Entertainment's globally recognised success. Brick and Lace Serenades the Sovereignty of Nigeria Soulful duo Brick and Lace recently stormed the African state, Nigeria, mesmerizing fans and capturing the attention of the sovereign. The Nigerian visit saw sisters Nailah and Nyanda, of Brick and Lace, performing riveting sets at a show made for a television concert and a beach party saturated with over 20,000 patrons. This is their second trip to the sovereign nation and the elegant ladies are enjoying the beauty of the country, people and culture. Whilst basking in the mass beauty of Nigeria the ladies were feted by the King of Akron and visited the very historic Badagry where they were awarded a "Badagry Pilgrim Award". Having captured the hearts of Nigerians the beauties then travelled to Tanzania where they made a special guest appearance on the Bongo Star Search as well as performed at the after party. The Bongo Star search is the Tanzanian equivalent to the television show American Idol. The Jamaican female duo Brick and Lace is currently making waves on the international music scene with hits such as Love is Wicked and Never Never. The video Love is Wicked got over 4.8 million views on YouTube in only seven months. T.O.K Getsı Animated T.O.K. is blazing the airwaves with hit singles such as Unbelievable, Hotta than a gal, Vibes, Sexy & Ready, Scream, Perfect Ten and so, much more. The singles come alive with T.O.K.ıs fresh new videos Unbelievable and Hotta than a Gal/Vibes medley, both were shot by video director Joa Kin known for his simple but impacting videos and animated designs. The videos were shot in a greenroom and feature post-production animated backgrounds, bright lights and colors, and also include a group member spray-painting the screen to begin and end each video. The single Unbelievable speaks to the seriousness and unfortunate circumstances which leads to violent killings in our society. It features the bwoy band T.O.K outfitted in full camouflage gear and in full black suits, protesting ³Itıs unbelievable how much people are dead². Each member illustrates their own individual style while the director takes viewers on a visual journey of grimness and employs the use of interchanging animated backgrounds of warfare, guns, violent acts, and armed soldiers scenes. Along with the use of red and black to illustrate the messages in the song. ³Itıs a pretty people party² with the Hotta than a gal/Vibes medley video T.O.K. incorporates the animated backgrounds as before, brighter colors and more animation and graphics compliments theme. Hotta than a gal, first on the medley video features the young, sexy ladies dancing and having a good time. The colored scenes mixed with the black and white scenes contribute to the video dynamics and makes the overall party scenes come alive. The videos unconventional style uses a lot of frames interchangeably which appeared distracting. As usual the superstars T.O.K. are all ready for the party all in fabulous jackets and dark sunglasses. ³Vibes² is the second video on the medley, ³a dancehall and we a take it too the world a just a vibes² this video uses more animation, and visual effects to illustrate different backgrounds, the bright color dynamics and graphics set this video apart, from the norm. T.O.K. brings their vibe to this video their own wardrobe style and high energy, the lively video was not without the young sexy ladies. This long anticipated video series from video vanguards T.O.K. is an explosive eclectic mix of color and animation that aptly depicts the diverse personality of TOK whilst illustrating pertinent societal concerns. Watch: Unbelievable Hotta Than a Gal/ Vibes Peter Lloyd Live at Christopher's Jazz Café Jamaica's super talent, singer, actor, songwriter, record producer, broadcaster, Peter Lloyd will bless Christopher's Jazz Café's Singers Night live on Thursday April 17. Peter Lloyd who has a reputation for his scintillating live performances will deliver his neo-classics Wake Dem Up, Gold Digga, Dancehall Queen, Ready 4 Luv as well as pay homage to reggae greats such as Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, and Beres Hammond. Lloyd has received rave reviews for his show stealing performances at calendar events such as Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, Unity Splash, Rebel Salute, Western Consciousness, Stunt Festival, New Kingston Street Jam, Juicy Patties' Food and Culture and many more. In recent years Peter Lloyd has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the dancehall sphere and has captivated the hearts and minds of the Jamaican people. Thursday, April 17 from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm patrons will be grooving, rocking and dancing to this young reggae icon in the making. Experience the ambiance of Christopher's Jazz Caféı as it provides an up close and personal experience with the charm, charisma and easy-going talent of Peter Lloyd, an emerging reggae super star. Source: Blacklight Records <#top> Richie Stevenıs Launches Take Me Away At the launch of the 2008 'Jamaica National Take Me Away' concert, slated for Sunday, April 27, at the National Indoor Sports Centre Richie Stevens highlighted the financial investment that is placed in the event and thanked the sponsors for their contributions to create a show of high quality entertainment. Representatives of some of the sponsors, among them the Jamaica Automobile Association, David McBean of CVM TV and Earl Jarrett of the title sponsors, spoke before Stephens at the Acropolis, Barbican, all emphasized the quality of the event and Stephens' commitment to charity. Stevenıs restated his commitment to charitable work, which has been expanded to the Richie Stephens Foundation. This year's charity is the Mary's Child Centre in downtown Kingston, a representative of whom spoke at the launch and explained the organization's work in assisting pregnant teenage girls. Stephens explained that Take Me Away, the song for which the concert is named, was a song "I did out of frustration". He said that the music was going one way, but when he was growing up there was much more diversity of genres. While he was not knocking dancehall, he saw a need for more variety. "I said we needed to go somewhere else, to broaden the scope," he said. The concert will feature Stephens, a reunited Bloodfire Posse, Shinehead, Mama Carmen, Ernie Smith, Pluto Shervington, Queen Ifrica, Marvia Providence, Christopher Martin, Nadje Leslie Ity and Fancy Cat and a surprise guest artiste. Before reuniting on stage on Sunday, April 27 at Take Me Away, the Bloodfire Posse gathered on stage at the Acropolis on Wednesday evening. Danny Brownie, the first of the Posse on the stage, said "it has been 17 years since we have last shared the stage. We are really excited about the opportunity. Stephens encouraged all to "come out, come early." Source: Daily Gleaner <#top> Food For The Poor To Furnish Shelters Multinational Aid Organization Food for the Poor (FFTP) has announced its intention to furnish whatever shelters are built from the funds to be raised by the upcoming Sisters to Sisters Mediathon, Sunday April 13 at the studios of the CPTC. Known for its mandate to assist impoverished people throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, FFTP has moved to take this new mediathon project under its ambit. This is in keeping with its goals to improve the health, economic, social and spiritual conditions of the citizens of the countries it serves. A seven-hour, all female fundraising concert, the Sisters to Sisters Mediathon is set to raise $10 Million Dollars towards the building of shelters for battered women and for the Womenıs Centre of Jamaica Foundation. Organized by the Ministry of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, through the Bureau of Womenıs Affairs and the giving hearts of Jamaicaıs top female entertainers, Sisters to Sisters is reaching out to women in need. The Food For the Poor organisation is also reaching out to battered women and to the cause of the mediathon, promising to equip the proposed structures. Executive Director of Food For The Poor, Bradley Finzi-Smith, explained that this initiative is part of a wider ongoing effort. ³We have been working with the Womenıs Centre for the better part of twenty years helping to furnish their premises. With this project we plan to provide bedding, furniture, appliances, books as well as computers for the library and food on a quarterly basis.² Food for the Poor has always gotten involved with the poorest of the poor, assisting women in the worst of conditions. According to Finzi-Smith the Sisters to Sisters Mediathon is an ³excellent project.² He elaborated, ³We need more projects like this. Just to see the faces of the entertainers focus on women is good. The entertainers have been so willing to come on board. A good amount of them didnıt know whatıs going on until now, and yet still, they are dedicated to help. They have gotten excited about a worthwhile cause.² The list of women confirmed to participate in the mediathon on Sunday April 13 include: Nadine Sutherland, Etana, Queen Ifrica, Marcia Griffiths, Macka Diamond, Mılonie, Cherry Natural, Gem Myers, Pam Hall, Claudette Pious, Cherine Anderson, Dionne Silvera, Lady G, Carol Gonzalez, Tessanne Chin, Cindy Breakspeare, Suzanne Couch, Judy Mowatt, Yashemabeth, LıAcadco Dancers, Jessica Yapp, Diana King, Chevelle Franklin, Althea, Inga Stewart, Lenya Wilks, Denise Hunt, Simone Clarke-Cooper, Dahlia Harris, Elaine Wint, Jennifer ŒJenny Jennyı Small, Dr Kathy Brown, Yendi Phillips, Alaine, among others. back to top Pioneering Engineer Errol Brown ­ Hall of Fame Inductee Legendary engineer, Errol Brown is among four persons slated to be inducted into the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) Hall of Fame at the gala ceremony on Sunday, May 4. In a career spanning more than four decades, Brown has worked with scores of notable reggae performers including The Techniques, Peter Tosh, Culture, U-Roy, Burning Spear, Mighty Diamonds, Marcia Griffiths, Judy Mowatt and John Holt just to name a few. He is widely considered to be among the best mixing engineers in Jamaica having mastered both the studio and live concert arenas. EB, as he is affectionately called, began his career even before completing his studies at Kingston Technical High School. He trained and worked at Treasure Isle studios under the tutelage of his uncle, Author x201C;Dukex201D; Reid, OD. He continued his career at Tuff Gong Studios, recording and mixing tracks for Bob Marley and the Wailers, Rita Marley, Third World and the Melody Makers. The siblings won four Grammy Awards for Best Reggae Album and Brown's touches are on each; he has also recorded with Lauryn Hill on her Grammy-winning Miseducation of Lauryn Hill album and on Kaya N'Gan Daya, a tribute set recorded by Brazilian superstar Gilberto Gil. Outside the studio, Brown has toured to every major country in the world from his days with international reggae star Bob Marley, to his stints with Shaggy and today with Bobx2019;s son Ziggy. Brown started his career in a time before computers, yet mastered emerging technology like ProTools. "It is the best thing that could happen. I am getting the sound I want. Tapes and ProTools are like night and day. Tapes just give you noise and not what you put on it," Brown said. His incredible skill and versatility has led him to achieve several accolades and honours, including an Emmy Award nomination in the Best Sound category for his work on One Love, The Bob Marley All-Star Tribute Concert. But, he may consider his greatest achievement to be his legacy of teaching. "I did a lot of training in my years gone by, with people like Tony Kelly, Dave Kelly, my son Shane Brown who is in the business now. It's good to see them now, itx2019;s like to see these young people getting in control is good, you feel good, x2018;cause some time ago I was worried about the music." Brown will be honoured among fellow Hall of Fame inductees, international singer Billy Ocean, Gospel artiste Claudelle Clarke, and UK Rock Steady crooner Winston Francis, at the prestigious 27th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), at the world famous Apollo Theatre, on Sunday, May 4. The IRAWMA Red Carpet arrival starts at 5:00pm. The VIP reception begins at 6:00pm, and the Awards ceremony starts at 7:00 pm. Youths For National Development The New Paradigm Optimist Club of Kingston (NPOCK), a chapter of Optimist International, is made up of young Jamaicans who are interested in aiding and encouraging the development of Jamaicaıs youths by assisting one community at a time. NPOCK is currently working very closely with the Best Care Lodge, which houses 49 mentally, and/or physically disabled children and adults. They are also launching a project with the North Street Primary School and plan to have an ongoing relationship with the students. Fundraisers will also be hosted and with the generosity of those who contribute to the cause the organization will be able to assist various communities through service activities. The club meets on first and third Thursdays of each month at 15 West Kings House Road Kingston 10, 6:30pm ­ 8:00pm. For more information on NPOCK visit here and for information on Optimist International visit www.optimist.org Keyshia Cole brings Soul to Miss Jamaica Universe 2008 Grammy award nominated R&B sensation Keyshia Cole will be performing live at the Miss Jamaica Universe Coronation show on Saturday April 12 at the National Indoor Sports Centre. Pageant producers have confirmed that the starlet would indeed be in the island to perform some of her chart topping hits. A striking mix of sugar, spice, sexiness and sass, Keyshia Cole burst on the music scene with a powerhouse album The Way It Is in 2005. From this album Cole belted hits such as I Just Want It To Be Over, I Changed My Mind, I Should Have Cheated and her greatest solo hit Love. To further promote the album, Cole was the star of her own six-episodereality show, Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is. In 2007, the redhead changed her signature spitfire image to sexy Œblondeı to match her next compilation titled Just Like Youı The album debuts at #2 on the Billboard chart, selling about 281,000 copies in its first week. The first single, Let It Go featuring Missy Elliott became her first #1 on Billboard's R&B chart. Keyshiaıs current release, I Remember is her second #1 on the Billboard R&B charts. It is no doubt then that her performance at the pageant is highly anticipated and the R&B star is sure to deliver. Attractive and articulate, the selected 25 scorching MJU beauties form the zenith of the islandıs beauty and charm. However, only one lucky girl will get the chance to represent Jamaica at the worldıs most celebrated beauty spectacle - Miss Universe. Set to be staged in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam, high hopes are in order that our beauty will bring the title home. Miss Jamaica Universe 2008 will drive away in style, courtesy of Stewart Motors, in a brand new, fully loaded two litre BMW 120i hatchback, receive one million ($1,000,000.00) dollars in cash, courtesy of title sponsor World Wise Partners, plus gifts and other prizes totalling approximately ten million ($10m) in value. Miss Jamaica Universe is produced by Pulse, with title sponsorship from World Wise Partners Ltd, in association with Stewart Motors, the BMW dealers in Jamaica, CVM TV, The Hilton Hotel, Gymkhana, FAME FM, Zip 103 FM and Irie FM. Tickets are General Admission - $1500 ($1300 Presold); $2500 ($2200 Presold); VIP (drinks included) - $4000 ($3500). Ticket Outlets: Pulse, Shimmer, World Wise, Mall Pharmacy and The Hilton. Source: Pulse International <#top> Beres Hammond To Spark Cayman Popular Jamaican reggae artiste Beres Hammond and his band will perform at a concert off Sparky Drive in Grand Cayman on Friday, April 25. Cable & Wireless and Music Mogul Productions are hosting the Grammy Award winning artiste at the ³Return of King Beres Hammond and the Harmony House Band² show. Mr Hammond last performed in Grand Cayman to a sold out crowd in 2001 and his fans have been longing for his return. He is well-known for his sultry voice and hypnotic lyrics, including Groovy Little Thing, What One Dance Can Do, Tempted to Touch, Putting Up Resistance, No Disturb Sign, They Gonna Talk, Rock Away, Music is Life² and others. In early February, he was pronounced the ³Reggae Role Model of The Year² at the Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards in Jamaica. The honour is a testament to the musicianıs success, and his ability to mentor upcoming performers, including Nikki Turner and Ginja and Jah Cure. Dwayne Seymour, of Music Mogul Entertainment, said the line-up would begin with local artists Impulse band and Stewart Wilson, and a special appearance by reggae artiste Inga Stewart. Source: Cayman Net News Top Nominees For 27th IRAWMA The prestigious 27 Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), produced by Martinıs International & Associates, LLC is dedicated to health awareness and returns to Harlem at the world famous Apollo Theater, located at 253 West 125th Street, New York, on Sunday, May 4. A VIP reception begins at 6:00 pm and general admission is at 7:00 pm. Leading with IRAWMAıs most nominations for 2007 is Tarrus Riley, with a mega seven (7) nods, including Best Male Vocalist and Best Song, for the female anthem Sheıs Royal. Gangster DJ Mavado has five (5) nods from IRAWMA for Best Male DJ, Best Album, Best Recording Artist(s), Songwriter of the Year, and Community Service. Beenie Man, Buju Banton, Steven Marley, Shaggy, and Sean Kingston all received four (4) nominations, while Kymani Marley, Junior Reid and Soca star Machel Montano each received three (3) nominations. Reid, competing against himself, is nominated twice in the same category -- Best Crossover -- for his hits with Alicia Keys and rapper MIMS. The official New York Press Conference was held Thursday March 27, to a packed house at club Element in Manhattan. Hosted by veteran vocalist Sheila Hylton, Ephraim Martin of Martinıs International & Associates and Andrew Rowe of American Airlines announced the nominees, performers and sponsors. International performing artists, promoters and various media organizations were in attendance at the standing-room only event. An official announcement of the nominees was made previously this month, at the Hilton Hotel in New Kingston, Jamaica. Other IRAWMA representatives at the press conference were Directors Clifton Edwards and Austin McBean. Ephraim Martin announced that the preliminary list of performers are Beenie Man, Kymani Marley, Doug E. Fresh, Sean Kingston, Tarrus Riley, Etana, Dean Fraser, Winsome Benjamin , DıAngel, Queen Ifrika, Mutabaruka, Cecile, Junior Reid and Dwight Pickney. Buju Banton will be among the presenters for the star studded event. More performers will be announced at a later date. Source: Martinıs International and Associates Demarco Poised to Win Caribbean Urban Music Award Rising dancehall phenomenon Colin Edwards a.k.a. Demarco has received a nomination in the category for Best Newcomer at the first annual Caribbean Urban Music Awards. He is joined in this category with other entertainers such as Collie Budz, Munga and Sean Kingston. "This is really an honour, it shows that I'm making my mark not only in Jamaica but in the Caribbean as wellI truly appreciate the nomination", says Demarco The first annual Caribbean Urban Music Awards will be held at Reggae Beach in St. Ann on Saturday April 26. Demarco recently returned from Barbados where he was well received and will leave the island again this weekend for performances in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Source: Juke Boxx Productions Cherine Anderson ŒHITSı the Streets Dancehall Soul artiste, Cherine Anderson is taking her fans on a 36 minute musical journey with offers of new recordings and previously released hits as well as several unreleased songs through a FREE download on www.cherineanderson.com as she takes her fans further into her state of mind. Hosted brilliantly by Rory of Stone Love, Street Anthems also features appearances by other artistes including: Wyclef Jean, David Rodigan, Britney Spears, Sly & Robbie, Peter Gayle, Chuck Fender, Desdamona and Carnage. Street Anthems is the first of its kind by a Jamaican vocalist. When asked about the inspiration behind Street Anthems, Cherine responded, ³Street Anthems is really my gift to the streets; the ghetto, the people who really can't afford to purchase cds. I make my music for all people and want them all to share in the experience." The Street Anthems mix tape also serves as an introduction to the summer 2008 release of Cherine's highly anticipated debut album. In only two years Cherine Anderson has ignited our flames with Good Love, turned up the heat with Coming Over Tonight, and set ablaze speaker boxes with the lyrically potent and heartfelt Kingston State of Mind. Cherine has also written and collaborated with some of the best in the business and performed on world renowned stages. Source: Zlink Entertainment Guyanese reggae fans thrilled by Da'Ville Singer Da'Ville was at it again over the Easter holidays. The artiste along with other top Jamaican artistes knocked Guyanese reggae fans off their feet at a Pre-Easter Splash held at the National Park in Guyana on Saturday March 22. From the moment Da'ville took to the stage, he had the patrons screaming and singing along with him as he took them on a musical high with In Heaven, Fling It Up, Turn Me On' and All My Life which he performed along with backup singer Stephanie Wallace. DaıVille continued to wet their musical appetites with some of his other popular hits before leaving them begging for more, as he vacated the stage for the other acts. Da'Ville's career has been on an all-time high locally and internationally. He continues to churn out quality songs, music videos and give high standard performances at home and abroad. Among the other Jamaican artistes who performed at the event were Busy Signal, Tony Curtis and Demarco with Kaution as the backing band. Source: Khool Booking Different Page' for I-Octane Conscious chanter I-Octane is busy in the studio working on a project which he describes as "a great album in the making." The "Stab Vampire" singer is not giving away too much detail on the album but he says it will be something worth listening. The central theme will be the same, uplifting materials and songs that will have you thinking and of course the ladies will not be left out of the mix. The album is not the only thing that is occupying his time the singer is gearing up to shoot a new video and it's for the single Different Page. Since its pre-release the song has been receiving some crazy rotation on air and it is expected that the video will skyrocket the hype around it. Recorded on the rub-a-dub rhythm for Rated R Records label Different Page is yet another social commentary from the Clarendon born I-Octane. Another single set to be released by the artiste is None A Dem Nuh Frighten We and according to I-Octane he is pleased with the response this song has been garnering since it has started to permeate the airwaves. Currently the singer has two new videos in rotation on the local cable and television stations. Run Yet is sitting pretty in the number one position on RETV Music Video charts with Poverty in the number two position on CVM video chart and #10 on Hype TV's top 20 singles chart. Over Easter weekend I-Octane was in action at Fantan Mojah's Splash, Invasion and Aries Jam. Where music is concerned, it's all good as I-Octane says, "Selassie child is on the rise." Source : Khool Booking Ce'cile Continues To Sizzle With the release of the Bad Gyal album in Europe and the United States around the corner, Ce'Cile continues to blaze a trail, setting new trends and maintaining her title as the ³Bad Gyal² of dancehall. Ce'Cile has just returned to Jamaica after her performance at the Geity Night Club in St Lucia on Saturday, March 22 where she shared the stage with Lady Saw and reports are that the show was one to remember. Ce'Cile will continue her slate of performances with her European tour which begins at the end of June. The tour will see Ce'Cile performing at several high profile reggae and dancehall events including: Reggae Summer Jam in Germany (July 4), Rototom Sunsplash in Udine, Italy (July 7) and Splash Festival in Leipzig Germany (July 12). Ce'Cile will make several other stops in Europe in an effort to promote the European release of her Bad Gyal album, including France, Belgium, Switzerland, Poland and Spain. The album boasts a double-release: the European release under the Danger Zone/Kingstone/Groove Attack imprints to coincide with Ce'Cile's European tour, and the U.S. release under the Danger Zone/SOBE Entertainment imprints, which will feature a two-disc set: one featuring Ce'Cile's reggae tunes and the other featuring dancehall tracks. The U.S. release of the Bad Gyal album comes out of the continued alliance between the Danger Zone Music Group and SOBE Entertainment. The album features the remix of Waiting featuring Shaggy and Dancehall's Side featuring Beenie Man, produced by Scott Storch. "People will get to understand more about Ce'Cile and how I think from this album. I have been signed to SOBE Entertainment for a year and half and this alliance has proven fruitful² Ce'Cile commented. Ce'Cile has recently joined other Jamaican female artistes to form the charity: Sisters to Sisters which will be hosting a media-thon on Sunday, April 13 in aid of the Bureau of Women's Affairs Shelter for Battered Women and the Women's Centre Foundation of Jamaica's (WCFJ) programme for adolescent mothers. Source: ALYKHA PR back to top AJ Brown to the EAST The Ministry of Tourism has invited singer / songwriter AJ Brown, on a two-week mission to China and Japan, headed by Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, commencing on Friday, April 11. ³The president of the board² as heıs referred to, amongst his peers, Brown is the only Jamaican performer to be invited on the mission. He will appear at major events at the China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market (China World Trade Centre, Beijing); and the Ritz Carlton, Beijing. He will also perform in Tokyo, after Beijing, both for the first time. Brown who is featured in the April issue of the prestigious Time Out Beijing , (Time Out Magazine ) will bring to his Chinese and Japanese audiences his own brand of rockers reggae, originals lyrics and cuts from his newest CD ­ Voice of Love. On the strength of his versatility and new album, Brown was also invited to perform last February by the City of Toronto (Canada) in a concert that ended Black History Month. A number of truly unique and outstanding Canadian musicians are featured in the 10 cover songs of Voice of Love. Lance Anderson, well known arranger and producer worked his magic in strings and orchestral arrangements and added another dimension with playing piano and synthesizer. J.K. Gulley - acoustic guitar; Russ Boswell ­ bass; Gary Craig­ drums; Ron Korb - penny whistle, flute, bass flute; Tony Carlucci ­ trumpet; Jef Ten Kortenaar - strings concertmaster; Bethany Bergman, Drew Jurecka, Nancy Kershaw, Csaba Koczo; Lance Quellette and Stephen Sitarski ­ violins; Orly Bitov ­ cello; and Engineer - Inaam Haq. Voice of Love was produced at the world famous Cherry Beach Sound Studio in Toronto. Ken Boothe and Winston Merritone To Be Honoured International singer/songwriter Ken Boothe and musicologist Winston 'Merritone' Blake are to be presented with 'Lifetime Achievement Awards' at Boothe's 60th birthday bash, that is being planned by Winner's Circle & WB Radio on Saturday, April 12 at Mangoville in Queens, New York. "Ken has contributed significantly to the popularity of reggae and rocksteady music over the years. He demands respect for taking Jamaican/Caribbean culture to musical heights" said event promoter Conroy Allison of Winner's Circle Radio. Regarding Winton Blake, Allison said, "many people may not even be aware that the Merritone Amateur Talent contest was where acts like Beres Hammond, The Mighty Diamonds, Cynthia Schloss, Sugar Minott and even Jacob 'Killer' Miller got their break in the reggae industry." In a musical career that spans over 40th years, Boothe made his mark during the golden doo-wop / Rocksteady era. He garnered international notoriety, with hit songs When I Fall In Love, Every Thing I Own, Artibella and Movin Away. He re-ignited his career when he teamed with Shaggy on a remake of his popular single The Train Is Coming. The song garnered mainstream airplay and was featured on the soundtrack of the movie The Money Train starring Wesley Snipes. The legendary Winston Blake has for more than fifty years made an impact on the Jamaican music industry as sound system operator, club owner and organizer of the popular Merritone Amateur Talent contest. Ten years ago he was given The Order of Distinction, Officer Class for his contribution to Jamaica's entertainment industry. Among Boothe friends who will fly in specifically for the occasion are John Holt, Leroy Sibbles, Winston 'Merritone' Blake, Tony Brevitte of the Melodians and Ed Robinson. All the artists will take turns at the mic in what should be a very lively and entertaining birthday celebration. Backing band for all the acts will be New York based Ruff Stuff Band. Lenya Wilks: Rising To Stardom With twenty-two (22) gold medals from Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) competitions, being placed fourth in the 2007 Digicel Rising Star Television Series, performing at various prestigious events and almost all corporate functions in 2007, eighteen year old , Lenya Wilks is living her dream of becoming one of Jamaicaıs star vocalists. A graduate of the Charlemont High School, she is focussed on continuing her education as she realizes that having a good formal education is pertinent to having a successful career in any path oneıs life takes. Therefore she has applied to both UTECH and the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts. However she is still focussed on completing her debut album and has had the pleasure of working with Jamaican musical legend, Beres Hammond. Her first single Fly produced by Shane Brownis currently getting good rotation on various local radio stations as she continues to compose songs with her sister Aisha and Mr. Hammond. Lenyaıs dream is for her talent to be recognized internationally and for her vocals to symbolize a sound that is unmatched in versatility. But until then she will be working assiduously in studio and on stage to perfect her craft. "It's Time" for VC The highly anticipated video for VC's enthralling It's Time on Renaissance Disco's Legal Rhythm will be hitting TV waves very soon. The video is being shot by 13th Tribe Productions, one of the hottest new video production houses on the video scene, under the direction of David Rodgers. The video is being shot this weekend and will cover various locations in Kingston including Liguanea and Sandy Park and promises to be one of the breakthrough videos of 2008. 13th Tribe is the mastermind behind monster videos such as Xinyu's Man and Natural Black's soon to be released Nine to Five among others as well as a number of noteworthy commercials. No doubt, 13th Tribe will add its creative edge to the already potent lyrics of It's Time. His lyrical trademark being that of conscious lyrics, VC's It's Time is a social commentary on the ills of society with the dominant message being change, and ultimately that, "It's time we take control." The Legal Rhythm is a product of music veteran, Renaissance Disco, and is the sound systems first one-drop rhythm. Videos on the Legal Rhythm currently in rotation include Cezar's Will You Be and Kris Kelli's Sweet Intro. Also featured on the rhythm are artistes such as Anthony B, Tami Chynn, Sean Paul, Morgan Heritage, Gentleman, Daville and Voicemail. Source: Big Tings Music back to top Jamaica Broilers And Churches Across Jamaica To Host Free Family Festival As Jamaica Broilers Group prepares to celebrate its milestone 50th Anniversary, the company and churches across Jamaica have announced a partnership which will see them mounting a family-oriented festival, Best Dressed 50Fest, in the nationıs three counties ­ with the event taking place over two days in each location. The event will be staged in Mandeville from April 26 ­ 27, followed by another in Montego Bay from Friday May 2- Saturday May 3, before culminating in Kingston on Saturday May 3 and Sunday May 4. Dubbed Best Dressed 50Fest, the event will be offered free of charge to the public and is designed as ³a wholesome, family event which will serve as a visible demonstration of our gratitude for Godıs blessing on the operations of Jamaica Broilers Group, while acting, ultimately, as a tool for national transformation,² said Jamaica Broilers Group President and CEO Robert Levy. Rev. Karl Johnson, Co-Chair or the Festivalıs Oversight Committee for Kingston, added that the churchesı decision to be an integral part of the Festival ³underscores not only the ecumenical nature of the initiative but, in a country in which people are often so divisive, our prayer is that it will also serve as an excellent example of what can be achieved when people identify their similarities and commonalities and work in a unified manner toward a common good.² It was revealed at the Friday April 4 media conference at the Terra Nova Hotel that Best Dressed 50Fest will use an innovative mix of the preached word, contemporary music, extreme sports and engaging childrenıs activities to spread a message of hope and to encourage a process of national transformation that will help reduce instances of negative behaviour. The six umbrella church groups ­ representing approximately 96% of the churches that exist in Jamaica ­ which have come together to plan and co-implement the initiative comprise the Church of God in Jamaica, the Jamaica Association of Evangelicals, the Jamaica Association of Full Gospel Churches, the Jamaica Council of Churches, the Jamaica Pentecostal Union (Apostolic), and the West Indies Union of Seventh Day Adventist. Also playing a critical role in the planning and implementation of the Festival is the Luis Palau Association ­ one of the globeıs most experienced and organizationally-capable Christian and Family festival organizers. Enjoy Food For All At JCDCıs Regional Food Festival The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission is once again hosting the annual Regional "Festival of Foods" starting on Friday, April 11. The activities will commence in the northern region of the island at Gray's Inn in St. Mary. The Festivals will feature food displays of original recipes from amateur chefs in a number of categories including entrée's, desserts and beverages. Also included are live cooking demonstrations, Celebrity Cook Offs, Napkin Folding & Table Setting Competitions and other activities. Look out for the delectable dishes of chefs all over Jamaica in Kingston on Friday, April 18 at the Chinese Benevolent Association, in Clarendon on Friday, April 25 at Juici Patties Clarendon Park and Westmoreland at the Sean Lavery Faith Hall on Friday May 2. Source: Jamaica Cultural Development Commission Bring your root to life Jus Natural Hair Studio is pleased to announce the relocation of its shop from the Bob Marley Museum at 56 Hope Road to the Pulse Complex at Shop 45, 38A Trafalgar Road, Kingston. On Friday, February 29, despite the early afternoon showers and a short power cut, Jus Natural opened its doors to clients and friends for the official opening. Models with well-groomed dreadlocks as well as natural hair styled and coloured, wearing shirts from the Bwoy Beatazz clothing line strutted the red carpet to candlelight that truly added to the ambiance of the evening. When power was restored, the enthusiastic audience called for the models to do a repeat performance on the red carpet as the cameras flashed and L.A. Lewis shouted ³Jus Natural to the World.² Jus Natural provides services to all ages, including lock start-up, maintenance, extensions, repair, styling and colouring, cornrows, rope twist, straw set, flat ironing, braids, and treatments. Students from UWI and UTECH will receive a discount upon the presentation of proper identification and of course conditions apply. Jus Natural Hair Studio has two additional locations: Shop 40, Portmore Town Centre, St. Catherine and Shop 25, Centre Point Plaza, Montego Bay. Source: www.jusnatural.com Natasja's Big Break 2006: Webisode 3 is Here With the series already generating a buzz among fans and music aficionados alike, Natasja's Big Break 2006: Webisode 3, is now available for viewing at the Big Tings Music website on www.myspace.com/bigtingsmusic. This webisode marks the third in the series of exclusive "Webisodes" being released weekly by Big Tings Music. Fans can experience the most memorable moments of beloved reggae sensation, Natasja's, journey to stardom in the Red Stripe Irie FM Big Break Competition 2006. As the announcement of the Big Break winner draws near and anticipation is on therise, remember you can add Natasja's latest single, One Night to your music collection by purchasing it at the Apple iTunes Music Store. Source: Big Tings Music Cocoa Tea In Support of Barack Obama ³Its not class, race or creed but what the people need² are the words of the reggae veteran, Cocoa Tea, in his song titled Barack Obama in support of the Illinois Senatorıs vision to make a change in the United States via the presidential portfolio. ³Obama has been able to get people from all walks of lifeyoung and old and beyond racial boundaries to participate in the US electoral process and with Jah guidance I was inspired to add a voice to the movement² was Coco Teaıs response to what inspired him to pen the words of the song. He commented that his inspiration from ³the most high² allowed him to conceptualize the song in a short period of time without actually writing down the lyrics. Cocoa Tea further states that the support that ³Obama is receiving from the younger generation is noticeable because usually when young people cry out for changeit comes.² He is now in the process of planning the video shoot in New York for the song Barack Obama later this month. Cocoa Tea is also busy promoting his new double disc album Anthology which was released by VP Records on Tuesday March 11. In a very jovial mode he commented that the album is the ³brainchild of Christopher Chin from VP Records in celebration of reggae music throughout the years.² The Anthology is a compilation of two 18 song discs of Cocoa Teaıs favorite and popular hits and is dubbed a must have to any who want to preserve the unique sound and feel of inspirational reggae music. Calvin "Cocoa Tea" Scott is a veteran artist of over twenty years and one of the most beloved singers in reggae. His recording career started back in the mid 1970s with great influence from Bob Marley and the Wailers. He is known to many as the most consistent hit maker of his generation. Hits from this reggae legend includes: Under Mi Sleng Ting, Israelıs King, Love Me and Rikerıs Island. Evidence of Cocoa Teaıs ability to appeal to all generations even after being in the business for so long is in the song Barack Obama. Tour Calendar Artiste Date Location Leftside Sat. April 12 Sting Night, Trinidad Demarco Sat. April 12 Club Atrium, Stone Mountain, Atlanta Munga Sat. April 19 Palatzo, Toronto, Canada Macka Diamond Sat. April 19 MX3 Lawn, Negril Wayne Wonder Sat. April 19 National Park, Georgetown, Guyana Cham Sun. April 20 Drill Hall Beach, Barbados Tessanne T.O.K Wayne Wonder Demarco Tues. April 22 Carnival Village, St. Maarten Jackie Brown Fri. April 25 Sir Garfield Sobers Gymnasium, ChristChurch, Barbados Lloyd Lovindeer Keith Lyn Alaine Sat. April 26 Kool Haus, Toronto, Canada Demarco Tanya Stephens Sun, April 27 Farley Hill National Park, Barbados Pressure Capleton Cocoa Tea Tanya Stephens On The Horizon Sunday, April 13: Sister to Sister Mediathon, Kingston, Jamaica Saturday, April 19: Kings and Queens of the Dancehall Finale, Weekendz, Kingston, Jamaica Saturday, April 26: Western Consciousness Sunday, April 27: Take Me Away, Kingston, Jamaica Sunday, April 27: Reggae on the Hill, Farley Hill, Barbados Saturday May 3: Full Clip, Club Amazura, Queens New York Saturday, May 31: Good Times, Mas Camp June 26 - 28: St. Kitts Music Festival July 17 - 19: Reggae Sumfest, Montego Bay, Jamaica Saturday August 30: Good Times, Mas Camp Friday October 10: Good Times, Margaritaville [5] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Headline Jamaica [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Headlines! Marley Matriarch to Zion, Morgan's Rootz Raid and Skateland Saturdays Date: Thursday, April 17, 2008 4:50 PM >From Headline Jamaica April 16, 2008 In This Issue: Marley Matriarchı's Memorial To Zion <#marley> Digicel Rising Star Turns Five ­ New Host, New Locations, Same Great Talent <#digicel> Alaine Rises to International Stardom <#alaine> Pressure Brings Love and Affection To The World <#pressure> Roots Underground Heads For Miami <#rootz> Morganıs Raid Rootz Dance <#morgan> Top Producers and Directors to work with Magnum winners <#magnum> Nine Million Pledged At Sisters to Sisters Mediathon <#sis2sis> Ten Finalists in the JCDC Jamaica Gospel Song Competition Decided <#jcdc> Keyshia Cole Crowd Favourite at MJU <#mju> Richie Spice Shoots Video for New Album <#spice> Anthony Cruz Fights With All Your Might <#cruz> History Made <#history> Youths Dared To Xpress Themselves <#jyan> 1692 Earthquake Rocks Local Film Industry <#flashpoint> Tour Calendar: Revised and Updated <#tour> On The Horizon: Expanded and Updated <#horizon> Thought of the Week ³Work hard at several projects. That way no matter what is going wrong, something will be going right.² (Donna Hanover) Figure It Out Complete the following words. All are found in the kitchen. 1. * O * K * R 2. * A * T 3. * R * A * 4. * U * T * R * 5. * E * P * R 6. * H * E * E Headliner: Javaughn As a child prodigy in his early teens, Javaughn has mastered three instruments (keyboards, drums and bass guitar), with years of stage experience (both locally and internationally) under his belt. Thus his resounding vocals and sound confidence has landed him a record deal with the Marleyıs Tuff Gong/ Ghetto Youths Label. Born in Portland, Jamaica in 1992, at age two, Javaughn started playing around with the keyboard, and three years later started playing the drums and bass guitar. He describes the situation as; ³It was never hard for me because talent runs in the family, it was just natural.² He started performing in local shows in Port Antonio at age four and by the time he was seven he was performing at Sting in 1999, East Fest in 2003, Stars R Us, Welcome To Jamrock, and consecutive years at the Bob Marley Tribute Concert in St Ann. He has even traveled overseas to perform at UNIFEST in Miami in 2004, and at other shows in New York. Javaughnıs many performances led to a meeting with the Marley family which resulted in a relationship being formed with the Ghetto Youths production entity, developing more range in his vocals, and learning the rudiments of recording. The studio and stage work has been steady since joining the unit. He has completed a 10 track album entitled, Superstar that was released in November 2007 under the Tuff Gong/ Ghetto Youths Banner. In five years, he sees himself walking to a podium, and collecting his own Grammy award, then entering production. He has used his own words as a guide in life: ³You can make it as long as you have talent. You will have producers looking out for them, so just try.² For bookings: Call: 876.754.1526 Click: headlinejamaica.com Complete: PDF Booking Form Booking Agents For: Sean Paul Wayne Wonder T.O.K. Damian Marley Stephen Marley Cham Morgan Heritage Spragga Benz Alaine Tami Chynn Tessanne Left Side I-Octane Farenheit Lexxus The Tamlins Voice Mail Assassin Jovi Rockwell Richie Spice Munga Pressure Rootz Underground Ruff Kutt Crew Paula Anne Porter Stone Love Copper Shot Code Red Digicel Rising Stars Caught on Camera! TVJı's Smile Jamaica host Neville Bell and Kiki of TVJ'ıs Intense at the recently held Sister to Sister Mediathon at CPTC. Guyanese songstress Timeka participates at the recent Sister to Sister Mediathon. The Mediathon was put on by The Ministry of Information, Culture, Youth, and Sports through the Bureau of Womenıs Affairs, in collaboration with Women of the Jamaica Entertainment Fraternity and other supporting personnel and organisations. Macka Diamond and Timeka took the time out to pose for the Camera at Campion College BBQ held on Friday, April 11 on the school grounds. Dancehallıs bad boy dancehall group TOK are here seen with Guyanese artiste Timeka right before their performance at Campion College BBQ held on Friday, April 11. Charts Update! Richie Bıs Hot Mix Dancehall Charts Highlights At #1 is Shoot Out by Mykal Rose At #3 is Doh by Serani/Bugle At #5 is Pon Di Edge by Busy Signal At #9 is Bembe by Voicemail At #18 is The Mission by Damian and Steven Marley At# 20 is Nah Guh a Jail by Busy Signal Richie Bıs Top 10 Album/CD Charts Highlights At #1 is Book of Life by I-Wayne, VP Records At #4 is Love and Affection by Pressure, Don Corleon Records At #5 is Intoxication by Shaggy, VP Records/Big Yard At #9 is Sacrifice by Alaine, Don Corleon Records At #15 is From August Town by Duane Stephenson, VP Records MVP Top 10 Video Countdown on RE-TV At #1 is Run Yet by I-Octane, Shorejam, Dir: Asha At #4 is Shoot Out by Mykal Rose, John John, Dir: Rick Elgood At #6 is In My Life by Terro 3000, Dem Yute Deh, Dir: Scorpio 21 At #9 is Old School Love by Isaac Blackman, Dir: Suite 22 Films At #10 is Study People by Serani, Fire Links, Dir: Julia Braham Hype TVıs Top 20 Singles At #1 is Doh by Serani feat. Bugle, Daseca At#5 is Daddy by Queen Ifrica, No Doubt At #11 is Fallen Soldiers by Demarco, Star Kutt At #14 is Gussie Clarke by Deva Brat, Truck Back At #19 is Whoa by Spice, Truck Back RE TV Top 20 Dancehall chart At #1 is Don't Run In by Harry Toddler, Truck Back At #4 is The Mission by Damian and Stephen Marley, Baby G At #7 is Pon di Edge by Busy Signal, Star Kutt At #13 is Money Changer by Mavado, Juke Boxx At #16 is Journey by Bugle, Daseca At #20 is Trailer Load by Vybz Kartel, Chimney Records RE TV Top 20 Reggae chart At #1 is Warrior Love by Etana, Free Mind At #3 is The Plane Land by Richie Spice, No Doubt At #7 is Pull up Selector by Tarrus Riley Jimmy Riley, Taxi At #13 is Stronger by Fanton Mojah, Maximum Sound At #18 is Nothing to Smile About by Morgan Heritage, No Doubt/ VP At #20 is Bun fi Bun by Kiprich, Big Yard Blog Spot Our Own Talents Applauded Wow. What a great show?! Every turn, every guest - a local talent, or using local resources to enrich their lives. We were blessed with a number of a couple of talented artistes, among them Cecil Cooper and Peter Peart. Both artistes will be exhibiting their works in Kingston during the upcoming week; and we were impressed with the work of sculptor Headley Frazer and his beautiful ceramic pieces. Neville chatted with Oliver Thompson, while I participated in a demonstration with Garfield Russell, both of Hi-Pro Farm Supplies; we learned how to grow our own fruits and vegetables in our backyards. If your agricultural tastes extend to livestock, consider pig rearing. Keith Amiel and Audrey McNabb made it seem so simple, practical and cost effective. Our local resources at work! Knowing how to exploit local resources is just as important as having local resources; All Island Secretary of the Year and All Island Boss of the Year, Leonie Bailey and Annette Redway respectively certainly know how to manage limited resources. The morning was capped off with fabulous entertainment by the Carifolk Singers. Singing since 1973, the group formed to participate in the annual JCDC Performing Arts Competition and have been together ever since. With a membership of more than 30 persons and repertoire of over 400 songs, the ensemble has travelled the world promoting our indigenous culture locally and around the world. I am telling you all of this now, because sadly, we didnx2019;t have an opportunity to talk with them on air. Maybe next time. Herex2019;s something else to look forward to next time, Smile Smarties. If you think you know more than Neville (who thinks he knows everything), watch on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for your chance to win a new TV. Source: Carlette on Smile Mind Buster Solution 1. Cooker 2. Salt 3. Bread 4. Mustard (Custard) 5. Pepper 6. Cheese YouTube JFF Factory of Hope Part 1 JFF Factory of Hope Part 2 Contact Us: Jamaica 8 Haughton Avenue, Kingston 10, P.O. Box 9042 C.S.O. Jamaica WI Tel: 876.754.1526 Fax: 876.906.3634 US Mailing Address: 221 South State Road 7 MB# 4237 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33317 Tel: 305.748.4602 Headlines! is a weekly newsletter published online by Headline Entertainment for media and entertainment professionals. [6] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: The Postmon [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Keyser Soze TONIGHT @ Great Basin Brewery in Reno/Sparks Date: Friday, April 18, 2008 4:56 AM >From The Postmon Friday, April 18th KEYSER SOZE ska, roots, reggae, dub Great Basin Brewery 846 Victorian Square 10pm , $5, 21 & Over Looking for somehting to do this Friday night? Come on out and move your dancing feet to the sounds of Keyser Soze! Itıs been a little while since the last Keyser show, and KS is ready to rock the house with some olı fave tracks, plus some of the newer drops too, keeping things fresh, upbeat and lively. Come early for dinner and dance the night awayŠ [7] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Scotti B [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Luciano Wednesday night Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 9:07 AM >From Scotti B Just a reminder that Luciano will perform at the Beaumont Club this Wednesday night. He is joined by Jah Messenger Band and Mikey General. Opening will be Kansas Cityıs own Seedlove and 77 Jefferson along with Jah Roots from Springfield. This show is brought to you by Gıs who will have Jamaican Cuisine available at the show. For more details and other great shows coming up, as always check the calendar at www.KCReggae.org http://www.kcreggae.org/ [8] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Natural Vibrations [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Mid Tour Announcement Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 5:52 AM >From Natural Vibrations Can't see images? Click HERE to view as a web page 1st Album In Stock! ³Balls Rolling² (1996) Your Price: $14.99 Best Reggae Album Winner! ³From the Heart² (2007) Your Price: $14.99 NEW! Natural Vibrations ³Island Style² T-Shirt Your Price: $19.99 NEW! ³Rasta Flowers² Tote Bag Your Price: $19.99 Limited Inventory! ³Rasta Flowers² Long-Fitted Tee Your Price: $24.99 (On Re-Order) ³I love Natural Vibes² White Toddler Tee Your Price: $11.99 (also in pink) '07 Sale! NV Logo Tan T-Shirt (also in BLACK) List Price: 19.99 Sale Price: 11.99 NV TOUR!! (IN PROGRESS) ALOHA PARTY PEOPLE! The island sounds of Natural Vibrations are sweeping up and down the West Coast for the past two weeks. The Vibes have been playing to packed crowds all the way from Caneıs in San Diego to Slimıs in San Francisco. Click here to hear a short message from Peni on the road. Now the boys are on the mission to Oregon and Washington this weekend to represent the 808 state and give loyal Northwestern fans their long-awaited fix. The Vibes want to say ³MAHALO!² to everybody who came out to the shows so far and made um rage!! Visit the NV Tour ı08 album on their official Myspace page to see some shots of the tour. Check out the rest of the tour dates & info on where theyıll be next. Spread the word!! APRIL 16th 9:00pm HUMBOLDT STATE UNIVERSITY All Ages!! Arcata, CA. 17th 9:00pm BOMBS AWAY CAFE w/ Badfish. Corvallis, OR. 18th 9:00pm THE CITY SPORTS BAR & GRILL w/ Kalakoa. Portland, OR. 19th 2008 8:00pm JACKıS PUB & GRILL w/Po'okela Street Band. Renton, WA. 23rd 11:00am MESA STATE COLLEGE w/Pineapple Crackers. Grand Junction, CO. 23rd 9:00pm SPOTLIGHT LOUNGE w/Pineapple Crackers. Grand Junction, CO. 24th 9:00pm HUKA BAR & GRILL w/ Strive Roots Salt Lake City, UT. 26th 8:00pm UNIVERSITY OF NORTH COLORADO Greeley, CO. Buy Tickets! MAY 1st 9:00pm CANEıS BAR & GRILL w/ Stone Senses San Diego, CA. 2nd 9:00pm MALIBU INN Malibu, CA. *More Shows TBA!! BEST TOUR PIC CONTEST You think you caught the best shot of the Vibes on tour? Prove it by sending your pictures to management@naturalvibrations.com. Be sure to include your name, email, and mailing address. Weıll decide which one is the coolest and the winner will get hooked up with a pack of our new 2008 merchandise including a signed copy of the ³Balls Rolling² CD and vintage poster!! 1st ALBUM IS BACK! After 10 years, ³BALLS ROLLING² has been re-mastered & re-released!! The album that started it all is now IN STOCK at the Natural Vibrations Online Store . Be one of the first to get your copy of the most in-demand CDs that features hit tracks like ³Nice Day,² ³Luv Me Now,² and the party anthem ³Balls Rolling²! WEBSTORE NEWS THANKS to all the customers who have been supporting our independent web-store! By making a purchase at the Natural Vibrations Online Store , you are directly helping the band continue to live out their dream of connecting with more and more NV fans around the world. The new 2008 merchandise has been selling out fast on tour and weıre rushing to get more stock back on our online store. The new womenıs ³Rasta Flowers² Long-Fitted Tee sold out in 1 week and itıs on re-order if you canıt get your size. Going to see the Vibes on their West Coast Tour? Our merchandise booth will be at ALL the shows so go visit Braddah Ikaika and heıll hook you up with the latest threads. CONTACT US We would love to hear from you! If you have any suggestions about our new merchandise or what you hope we will make in the future, drop Amanda an email at merchandise@naturalvibrations.com. Wanna blast your business on our website? Contact management@naturalvibrations.com for info on how you can sponsor Natural Vibrations. For booking and all other contact info, go to www.naturalvibrations.com. SHOUT-OUTS To get selected Natural Vibrations merchandise in stores, stop by BUTIGROOVE CLOTHING in Honolulu. You can get the latest NV styles in big & tall sizes on the windward side of OŒahu @ TSUNAMI SURFWEAR in Kailua. Support our favorite local shops! BIG UP to our friends at CALIFORNIA GROWN and GOOD VIBEZ ENTERTAINMENT!! SPECIAL MAHALO to Uncle Mike!! SEE YOU AT THE NEXT SHOW! A HUI HOU- NATURAL VIBES www.naturalvibrations.com www.myspace.com/naturalvibrations To unsubscribe to this newsletter, send an email to management@naturalvibrations.com Copyright (C) 2008 Natural Vibrations LLC. All rights reserved. Forward to a friend [9] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Reggae Vibes Prods NL [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Reggae Vibes News Bulletin (April 16, 2008) Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 5:14 PM >From Reggae Vibes Prods NL -*- http://www.reggae-vibes.com -*- -*- Reggae Vibes News Bulletin (April 16, 2008) -*- **** THIS WEEK'S UPDATES AT http://www.reggae-vibes.com **** Win a free copy of Dispatch's "Zimbabwe Live at Madison Square" DVD/CD, compliments of Special Ops Media. We're giving away three sets. Contest ends Wednesday 30th April. Morgan Heritage's 10th album "Mission In Progress" is an only half-satisfying effort. "Riddim Driven ~ Rub-A-Dub" features another scorcher riddim from producer Kemar 'DJ Flava' McGregor. "Hi Grade Anthems Vol. 2" compiles some of reggae and dancehall's best known tunes about ganja, marijuana, collie, weed, sess, sensimillia and whatever other name used for the herbs. Da'Ville's "Do You Love Me" is an absolutely brilliant EP. Supersonic Sound's first production is a riddim selection called "Devil's Angel". Interview with Morgan Heritage... by Rastafaria. 'Videoclip Of The Week' features Elephant Man & Demarco's "Our World". Playlist for Reggae Vibes Radio Show ~ Thursday, April 17, 2008. **** AND DON'T FORGET... **** 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. Which records were featured in the reggae chart exactly 30 years ago? You'll find the answer in our monthly "Revive Top 10". THIS AND MUCH MORE AT : http://www.reggae-vibes.com (c) 2008 Reggae Vibes Productions [10] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Ejaness.com [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide ] Subject: REGGAECD.COM --> 15 MORE TITLES ON SALE! Date: Sunday, April 13, 2008 3:32 AM >From Ejaness.com Greetings Reggae Fans, We have just added 15 more front-line CD and DVD titles to our on-going BLOW-OUT SALE!!! Click to view the entire list of about 200 titles: http://reggaecd.com/store/mresults.php?Class_1=CDs&Specials=YES Limited supplies so order now!! For clothing and other merchandise on sale at up to 70% off click: http://reggaecd.com/store/mresults.php?Class_1=Merchandise&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 229-19 Merrick Blvd., Suite # 237 Laurelton, NY 11413 Tel: (718) 362-1711 Fax: (563) 405-8641 CustomerService@Ejaness.com "A GLOBAL LEADER IN REGGAE AND SPECIALTY MERCHANDISING" ReggaeCD.com http://www.reggaecd.com/ [11] *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= *=*=*=*=*=*=*= >From: Kaati [Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide #] Subject: Renegade Productions Reggae/Ska Concert CalendarRevised 4-14-08 Date: Monday, April 14, 2008 4:22 PM >From Kaati Renegade Productions Reggae/Ska Concert Calendar Revised 4-14-08 Mark your Calendars! Friday, April 18 THE ENGLISH BEAT & Frankie Hernandez Band Ashland Armory, Ashland, OR 8:30 pm (Doors Open at 7:30 pm) $25.00 advance All Ages Saturday, April 19 THE ENGLISH BEAT Miners Foundry, Nevada City, CA 8:30 pm Doors Open at 7:30 pm) $25.00 advance All Ages Wednesday, April 23 DEZARIE Also Second Nature Ashland Armory, Ashland, OR 9:00 pm (Doors Open at 8:00 pm) $20.00 advance All Ages Sat, April 26 MARK SEXTON BAND Tahoe Biltmore, Crystal Bay, NV 9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm) FREE 21 & over Tuesday, April 29 THE WAILERS Also The Mark Sexton Band MontBleu Resort, Stateline, NV Doors 8/Showtime 9pm $25 adv Friday, May 2 THE WAILERS Vibes Main 1, Medford, OR Doors 7:30/Showtime 8:30pm $25 adv All ages Saturday, May 10 THE ENGLISH BEAT Tahoe Biltmore, Crystal Bay, NV 9:30 pm (Doors Open at 8:30 pm) 21 & over $20/@25 day of show Thursday, June 19 TOSH MEETS MARLEY Fully Fullwood from Peter Tosh, Junior Marvin from Bob Marley's Wailers River Ranch Lodge, Tahoe City, CA $20.00 advance 21 & over www.Renegadeshows.com 530-583-2801 *********************************************************************** 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."