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Volume 8 Issue 41
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"RISEUP" AWARD-WINNING FILM - JAMAICA PREMIERE
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Seven years ago, Montego Bay businessman Mark Hart invited his old college friend, Luciano Blotta, an Argentinian filmmaker, to visit Jamaica and to bring his camera. With no experience of Jamaica or reggae music, Blotta was immediately struck by the Island’s color and inner beauty.
The film he would make, along with his relationship with the Island, evolved into a love affair with the sights and sounds of Jamaica. Although RiseUp is essentially a documentary spotlighting Jamaican music, the film transcends genre and niche, seamlessly weaving three distinct stories into one inspiring feature-length movie that is both dramatic and vibrantly explosive.
Upon viewing the film earlier in the year at a private screening on the Island, Chris Blackwell stated that “RiseUp is the best Jamaican film since The Harder They Come”. International audiences have echoed the sentiment saying that RiseUp is like a ‘Jamaican Hoop Dreams' and the best movie to come out of the Caribbean in many years. Both Jamaican newspapers, The Gleaner and The Observer, have praised the film, with accolades like “A New Classic.” Directed and produced by Luciano Blotta, and produced by Darrin Holender, the film features appearances and performances by both emerging and legendary artists, with music by Sizzla, Daddigon, Sly & Robbie, Richie Spice, Turbulence and many others.
Always an audience favorite, RiseUp has toured the world for 18 months as an officially selected festival and special event film, screening in over 20 countries and winning awards such as the 2009 AFI/DISCOVERY SILVERDOCS Best Music Documentary Award. Earlier this year, RiseUp was chosen by New York’s Lincoln Center Film Society to celebrate Black History Month and a one-hour version of the film was broadcasted by many television networks worldwide including the BBC. RiseUp’s performances worldwide have revealed a special connection between the film and audiences from diverse backgrounds with people dancing, laughing and crying in their seats. Core reggae audiences and music documentary fans have lauded the film for its authenticity and entertainment value, while general audiences have praised the film for its original storytelling, inspirational tone and beautiful imagery and sounds.
In an interview with Australian press, Blotta stated, "I saw how much talent there is [in Jamaica], how flamboyant, different and creative all these people were, and it really inspired me." He is excited to finally share his seven-year project with audiences in Jamaica hoping that Jamaicans will appreciate this priceless portrayal of a uniquely proud country. Entertainment industry veterans like BBC’s Nick Fraser and HBO director/producer Marty Callner, have commended Blotta's efforts as an invaluable contribution to both the Jamaican culture as well as the medium of documentary cinema. It is no surprise that Blotta has found a home on the Island, making time to shoot videos for Jamaica’s talent and business communities. He hopes that RiseUp can be a testament to Jamaica as a positive and inspirational experience for Jamaicans and non-Jamaicans alike.
The Jamaica Premiere of “Rise Up” will be held at the Carib Cinema on October 26th in Kingston and will open in theaters islandwide the following day, Wednesday October 27th.
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BROOKLYN, NEW YORK - THE COALITION TO PRESERVE REGGAE MUSIC, (CPR) PRESENTS THE 6TH ANNUAL REGGAE CULTURE SALUTE BENEFIT CONCERT
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A SALUTE TO THE FOUNDATION
The Coalition to Preserve Reggae Music, (CPR) presents the 6th Annual Reggae Culture Salute benefit concert on Saturday, October 30th, at Nazareth High School Performance Center 475 E. 57th Street (Clarendon Road & Avenue D). Doors open at 8pm, show time is at 9pm.
The family friendly celebration of the 80th anniversary of the coronation of Emperor Haile Selassie I and Empress Menen of Ethiopia will feature 1970’s trailblazing toaster Big Youth and singer, songwriter Ernie Smith. A musical tribute to Sugar Minott will feature Tony Tuff, Japanese deejay Nahki and New York based deejay Mikey “Mack Daddy” Jarrett. Mysitc Bowie, saxophonist Douglas Guthrie and Anthem Band will also perform. Master drummer, Junior Wedderburn of Lion King fame along with his group Ancient Vibrations, will perform nyahbinghi drumming and chanting. Enjoy delicious Caribbean cuisine. Admission is $35 in advance. Visit www.cprreggae.org or call 718-421-6927 for information.
About CPR:
The Coalition to Preserve Reggae Music (CPR) is a charitable organization working to raise the bar in the creation, development, promotion and presentation of reggae music. CPR conducts educational forums, presents music events and conducts research to codify, curate and disseminate information about reggae music.
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NEW JERSEY: URBAN VIBE 2010 FEATURES MACHEL - TRINIDAD/TOBAGO
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Billboard-topping reggae artist Shaggy, pop princesses Nicki Minaj and Ciara, and the king of soca, Machel Montano, are joining forces with the Urban League of Hudson County for the Urban Vibe (ULOHC) 2010 benefit concert on October 28. The charity concert will raise money and awareness for organisation’s mission of empowering residents and improving the quality of life in New Jersey’s urban communities, and will be held at the Prudential Centre in Newark.
Hosted by 107.5FM WBLS’s Caribbean Fever personality Dahved Levy, and Terrence and Rocsi of BET’s 106 & Park music video countdown, Urban Vibe 2010 is a funky blend of pop, hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca, with a power-packed line-up that also includes soca stars Farmer Nappy and Patrice Roberts.
By pulling some of the biggest names of each genre, ULOHC seeks to target Hudson County’s diverse ethnic communities in support of the league’s community development and human service programmes. “Our mission is to empower, promote self-sufficiency, and advance the cause of opportunity for our diverse constituency. “Through collaboration, outreach, information and technology, the ULOHC has developed services that help level the economic playing field,” said president and CEO of ULOHC, Elnora Watson. ULOHC was founded in 1971 with a mission of empowering residents and improving the quality of life in urban communities. The league works in partnership with community groups, Government, and corporate sponsors to provide services in the areas of education, mentorship, economic development, job placement, childcare, family counselling, and programmes for seniors. In addition ULOHC spearheaded the establishment of the Jersey City Community Charter School, which the State awarded a charter in 1997.
Annually, ULOHC serves more than 50,000 people. For Urban Vibe 2010, Jamaican/American reggae artiste Shaggy, who hit number one on the Billboard Top 100 in 2001 with the single Angel featuring Rayvon, and scored a number one album on the Billboard 200 with Hot Shots, will be paired up with Trinidadian/American pop sensation Nicki Minaj. Minaj’s single, Your Love, peaked at number four on the Billboard’s Rap Charts, and is currently at number 17 on the Top 100 with Trey Songs on Bottom’s Up. Her highly anticipated debut album, Pink Friday, is slated for release in November. T&T’s King of Soca, Machel Montano, began his career in elementary school with the single Too Young to Soca, and has gone on to have a 25-year career dominating soca charts throughout the Caribbean and North America.
He has collaborated with a host of notable musicians, including Wyclef Jean, Doug E Fresh, Pitbull, Beenie Man, and calypso icon the Mighty Sparrow. Ciara exploded on the pop music scene with the empowering single, Goodies, which stayed at number one on the Billboard Top 100 for seven consecutive weeks—the longest run at the top for any debut artist.
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NICHOLAS Da SILVA'S GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES 'DREAD AND ALIVE' FEATURING DREW MCINTOSH: JAMAICAN SUPER HERO
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THE 41rst EPISODE OF NICHOLAS Da SILVA'S GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES 'DREAD AND ALIVE' FEATURING DREW MCINTOSH: JAMAICAN SUPER HERO
Dread & Alive....is an ongoing graphic novel series about Jamaican Super Hero Drew McIntosh. If you missed any episodes, click here to read:
Chapter Eleven
The next morning was business as usual for the Jamaican Maroons. Most of the villagers had forgotten about the near-tragic events that had occurred the night before. Instead, they were focused on completing their daily activities. For Drew, his morning began on a different note. Cudjoe, having discussed it with Maria and Philip the night before, decided it would be best if he were to take the young Islander under his wings and teach him about the Cockpit Country. Philip and Maria readily welcomed the idea. Who better than to teach their son about the rain forest than one of the oldest inhabitants of the Cockpit Country. The idea brought great comfort and relief to the McIntosh, especially to Maria whose nerves had been rattled to the point of her wanting to pick up and leave the village of Accompong.
Standing outside the entrance to their hut, Maria and Philip spent a few minutes with Drew before setting out to do some fieldwork in the forest. Cudjoe was present as well.
“I want you to keep this with you,” Philip said, reaching into his pocket. A moment later, he revealed a shiny compass. “You remember how to use it, right?”
“Uh huh,” Drew replied, nodding his head.
Placing the compass in the palm of Drew’s hand, Philip decided to give Drew a refresher course. “From map to field, the proper yield is East is least and West—,”
“West is best,” Drew said, completing the rhyme his father taught him.
“Very good, kiddo!”
Cudjoe, standing over the two and watching closely, chucked and said, “When I’m through with the boy, he won’t need anything to guide him through the rain forest. He will become one with the forest.”
Philip turned to Cudjoe and smiled. “That’s the idea.”
Maria crouched in front of Drew to talk to him face to face. “Your father and I have some work to do in the forest. We want you to stay here with Cudjoe.”
“How come I can’t come with you?” Drew asked, displaying sad puppy dog eyes.
“It’s not how come. It’s why can’t I come with you?” Maria corrected Drew. “Your father and I feel it’s best that you spend some time with Cudjoe. Get to know the forest from an expert.”
“But I want to come with you,” Drew pleaded with his mother.
“I know you do,” Maria said, caressing his face with her hand. “We don’t want anything to happen to you. You gave us such a scare yesterday. We both feel that by staying with Cudjoe, he will show you the forest.”
Wearing a frown, Drew glanced down at the ground.
“Now promise me you’ll behave,” Maria said.
“I will,” Drew reluctantly answered.
“I love you Drew,” Maria said, running her hand over his dreadlocks.
Drew looked up at his mother and smiled. “Me too, mom.”
Maria rose to her feet and quickly slipped into her backpack before joining Philip by his side.
“Come with me, Drew,” Cudjoe said, extending his hand. “We’ve got a long day ahead of us.”
To be continued …,
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BYRON BAY REGGAEFEST 2010 - AUSTRALIA
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This year reggae music will have been circulating all over the world for 50 years. By the beginning of summer it will have set up a new home at The Brewery, for Byron Bay's first Annual reggae festival.
Reggaefest is inspired by Byron Bay's ever growing appreciation for evolutionary and authentic forms of the genre. On December 4, conscious reggae and dancehall artists from all over the world and within Australia will come together for 12 hours of pure vibes, spread over 3 stages. The Reggae Lounge Cinema will be featuring new and vintage Jamaican flicks while The Restaurant will be dishing out Caribbean inspired meals plus an award winning boutique brew on tap.
Midnite (St Croix / US Virgin Islands)
Turbulence (Jamaica)
Sud Soundsystem (Italy)
Deadly Hunta (UK)
Dubwize Soundsystem (NZ)
Hikoikoi (NZ)
Kingfisha
Darky Roots
Paua
Mista Savona Band
Raz Bin Sam and Lion I Band
Fyah Walk
Matty Woods
Blaze Fire Sound Featuring Major Krazy
Saritah
Jagarizzler and Jamie Lee
Champion Sound
Basmati
Senor Rudekat
Beatdusta
The Brewery is just a short walk to some of the worlds most beautiful surf beaches and Byron Bay's CBD. A shuttle bus to town will be available for your convenience
Tickets can be purchased online
www.reggaefest.com.au
or
A Fortis Forever Records Company
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ALPHA BLONDY IS BACK!
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Ivorian reggae artiste Alpha Blondy is re-releasing seven of his albums.
The artiste, known as the Bob Marley of the Ivory Coast, is teaming up with VP Records for the project.
Alpha Blondy is the man who, by blending African perspectives with Jamaican reggae and putting that into a pop-reggae sound, created the template for what is today called world music.
The Ivorian was most prominent in the 1980s and created a succession of hit albums which are classics today.
According to a release from VP, the seven albums represent "Alpha Blondy's best work".
Those seven albums come from a prolific career which, in full, encompasses 17 albums.
The release from VP also said that while the Ivorian's music had been out of the marketplace for several years, it was still in high demand.
"Due to the high demand for these historical records, VP Records will again make them available to fans," the release read.
Release
Cocody Rock, Jerusalem and Apartheid Is Nazism are set for release this month, while Masada and The Prophets are set for a December release.
In January, 2011 Jah Glory and Revolution will be available.
Cocody Rock was first released in 1984 and was the album which launched the eclectic musician's bid for stardom.
The strong hooks of the sing-song title track established Blondy as a multi-lingual pop talent.
Jerusalem came two years later and features the original Wailers Band throughout.
On that album, Blondy switches from English, to French, to Hebrew and to his native Dioula. The idea behind switching from one language to the other was to keep with the theme of uniting Islamic, Jewish and Christian people through music.
Apartheid Is Nazism was originally released in 1985 and embraced the notion of 'world music' by addressing world issues.
Using pop music as the platform to deliver social messages to dance floors and radio audiences across the globe, Blondy was credited with paving the way for reggae music in the international marketplace.
The re-releases of the seven albums are a precursor to bigger things though, as Blondy is expected to have a new album combined with a performance tour of the United States in 2011.
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CHEF MAYRA - Crockpot Sweet and Sour Cabbage
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One of My Favorite Side Dishes and Entrees for Crockpot Cooking:
Chef Mayra VEG* Crockpot Sweet and Sour Cabbage
Wha’Cha NEED
* 1/4 cup brown sugar
* 2 Tbs unbleached flour
* 1 tsp salt
* 1/8 tsp pepper
* 1/2 cup water
* 1/4 cup vinegar
* 1 medium head red cabbage shredded
* 1 small onion finely chopped
Wha’Cha’do
In your crockpot, combine sugar, flour, salt and pepper. Stir in water and vinegar. Add cabbage and onion and stir to combine. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours. Serves 6 to 8.
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LONDON: IS REGGAE DYING A SLOW DEATH?
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The upcoming closure of north London record shop Every Bodies Music suggests that reggae music is suffering a serious decline
ONCE A popular music genre, particularly during the late 1960s and 70s when it found favour amongst the white working class, reggae music has seen a rapid decline in popularity in Britain.
The upcoming closure of record shop Every Bodies Music (formerly known as Body Music) - the famed store in Tottenham, north London, best known for its extensive collection of reggae music - has sparked concern amongst reggae enthusiasts, while the decline in the music's sales is further indication that the genre which began in Jamaica is suffering.
"Satellite television and Internet communication has had a dramatic effect on the type of music that's being made in Jamaica," says veteran reggae DJ David Rodigan. "Producers out there are hearing music from America and thinking that they can create the next Usher or Ne-Yo record. As a result, very little reggae is being made by young producers in Jamaica.
"There's also no longer any reggae industry the way there was before, in terms of CD manufacturing and 12-inch singles; all that is more or less gone. Dynamic Studios [in Jamaica] was one of the biggest reggae distributors and they closed down. I heard they even melted all the vinyl they had in their storerooms.
“Record sales are really poor and record shops are finding it hard to survive as a result. [Former west London record shop] Dub Vendor is now a café at the front and a small record store at the back.
“We’re now at the point where some artists are releasing their music for free. Tanya Stevens put her last album out on the Internet, and it was available via [German magazine] Riddim as a free supplement.”
Fitzroy Sterling, director of Every Bodies Music confirms that poor sales have contributed to the store’s forthcoming closure.
“We have seen a steady decline in sales over the last five years and it’s at rock bottom at the present moment,” he says. “With new technology, the younger kids can download the music they want and the older folks have got enough music already. As a result, people just aren’t buying music. That’s what’s led to the current situation with the store, though we won’t be closing for now.”
Reggae journalist John Masouri says that the sales figures for recent reggae releases make “grim reading.”
“The last SoundScan figures I saw were for July/August. Damian Marley and Nas [with their collaborative album Distant Relatives] were way out front with around 120,000 sales, while Busy Signal sold just 400 copies of his last CD and Gyptian sold12,000 – and that was with help from a US Billboard hit.”
Emerging British reggae artist Solomon, son of Aswad star Drummie Zeb, feels the genre needs to evolve.
“I think people feel that in order for reggae to be authentic, it needs to sound like it was made at Studio One 20 years ago,” he says. “I think that’s rubbish. Hip hop has changed, r’n’b has changed, and even dancehall has changed, but reggae, to me, is stuck in this old sound. I think that’s part of reggae’s problem – it’s not evolving.”
But while the statistics might not look promising, some feel the music is more popular than ever. Reggae star Damian Marley says: “Traditionally, reggae music isn’t a music that sells a lot of copies in terms of CDs, but live shows have been the source for most reggae artists’ revenue. And now that the music industry in general is going back to that live music element, it’s a great time for reggae because we already have a head start.”
Journalist Chris Salewicz agrees. The acclaimed author of Bob Marley: The Untold Story and last year’s Keep on Running: The Story of Island Records feels that reggae is in a good place.
“What is interesting is that although reggae shops may be closing in the UK and Europe, reggae has never been more popular. A few weeks ago I went to the Rototom reggae festival near Valencia, a phenomenal event that had over 130,000 people attend over the course of eight days. Sometimes I feel that because reggae first broke out in the UK, people here have become tired and blasé about it.
“However, reggae rhythms and dub effects are omnipresent in other artists' tunes, and in TV and radio ads. I think reggae has become so much of the mainstream in the UK that we hardly notice its existence.”
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RASTAEMPIRE.COM IS AN ONLINE RETAILER THAT SPECIALIZES IN THE REGGAE AND RASTAFARIAN LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS
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RastaEmpire.com is an online retailer that specializes in the Reggae and Rastafarian lifestyle products. Since opening in 2006, RastaEmpire.com has been dedicated to supplying the freshest Rasta clothing, accessories, music and books worldwide.
The Empire has the largest assortment of Bob Marley gear, Rasta wear and Reggae fashion at the lowest prices. RastaEmpire carries a wide variety of Rasta and Reggae jewelry, bags, footwear, headwear, and décor. If it’s available they have it.
Not only does RastaEmpire.com have the most complete selection of Bob Marley apparel on the internet, they have the most secure store. RastaEmpire takes every step possible to ensure the safety of customer’s personal information. They host their own servers and there are absolutely no third parties.
Customer satisfaction is a high priority to RastaEmpire.com. The Empire focuses on providing excellent and dependable customer service. There are RastaEmpire representatives available Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST to answer any questions about products, ordering and shipping. Visit RastaEmpire.com to learn more about the Empire and check out their Rasta merchandise.
Join the RastaEmpire facebook to receive updates on new products and coupons at www.facebook.com/rastaempire .
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TORONTO: ODEL'S CD RELEASE CONCERT - DON'T MISS IT!
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NEW DATE !!!
THIRD WORLD AT GARBERVILLE THEATRE - NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
EVENT: Third World in Southern Humboldt
DATE: Friday evening, December 3rd, 2010/
NEW DATE !!!
TIME: Doors at 8:30pm with DJ Selecta Prime
VENUE: Garberville Theatre
INFORMATION: 707-923-4599..www.peopleproductions.net
Third World, one of the world’s most beloved Reggae Bands will be performing an intimate concert at the Garberville Theatre on Friday evening, December 3rd.
This Concert was originally scheduled to be on November 12th, but the band rerouted their tour to the early part of December.
People Productions is pleased to present this up close and personal performance at the historic Garberville Theatre. Third World is a Southern Humboldt favorite, having performed many times in this neighborhood..
People Productions looks forward to this concert presentation in Southern Humboldt.
Doors will open at 8:30pm with Dj Selecta Prime and High Grade Sounds.
The concert will be a partial benefit for Feet First.
Advance tickets are on sale now for $35.00 and can be purchased in Redway at Redway Liquors: in Garberville at Blue Moon: and in Eureka and Arcata at the Works.
For more information call the People at 707-923-4599
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NEW YORK CITY: MAYA AZUCENA: DUETS WITH SPECIAL GUESTS OCTOBER 22
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"...storytelling lyrics and soulful, soaring vocals."
—Billboard Magazine
Brooklyn's soulful singer/songwriter Maya Azucena believes that music is a tool for healing and activism and supports humanitarian causes with her voice. Recently a Grammy winner for her duet on Stephen Marley's "Reggae Album of the Year" Mind Control, Azucena has shared bills with an impressive list of new and legendary artists such as Roberta Flack, Roy Ayers, Vernon Reid, Joss Stone, Big Daddy Kane, The Isley Brothers, Gladys Knight and John Legend among others. For this special CMJ show at 92YTribeca, she brings together a host of special guests to perform a night of duets, including:
Chris Rob / Big Brooklyn Red / Honey LaRochelle / Jahstix / Hasan Salaam / Mark Shine
She will also be joined on stage by bandmates Chris Rob - keyboards, Christian Ver Halen - guitar, Solomon Dorsey - bass, Ivan Katz - drums.
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UB40 PERFORMS LABOUR OF LOVE IV @ HOLLYWOOD HOUSE OF BLUES
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Review of show & photo by Gary Greene
Sept 29th, on a balmy evening in Hollywood, grueling, lingering, long US 30 year celebration world tour, for UB40, still is making their mark. One thing I can say, they have fully developed their own unique style, and any time I hear them play anything, I simply know it's them. I never tire, and that's amazing. They are so tight, polished, and articulate well worth an evening out. I felt quite treated, certainly not cheated. The band members, headed by Brian Travers, sax, and lead singer, now Duncan (Robin) Cambell, Ali's brother, who probably would have been the better fit from the beginning, had he not been pursuing other avenues back in the days. Things just work out for the best, don't they. The rest of the originals were there in full presence all doing their magic,
Astro, James,Earl,Norman,Michael,Patrick..
They all seem to blend in melodic , harmonic sensuous rhythmic waves, taking the audience by the hips swaying as ONE...or shall I say ONE LOVE.. The band went through their old songs, some of the, "What Are we fighting For?" CD hits, 2 years back. Then did a flurry from the new LABOUR OF LOVE SERIES, number IV (4)... The songs really moved me, some ballad love songs, and a few catchy upbeat reeeeeleeee KETCHY.
NOW a bit about the new CD:
LABOUR OF LOVE IV:
Someone once claimed UB40 are to reggae what the Beatles and Rolling Stones were to American rhythm and blues and as they release the latest installment of their best-selling Labour Of Love series, the truth of this statement is undeniable. Literally millions of people from across the globe have developed a love for Jamaican music after hearing UB40, and the band’s commitment to their early influences is as strong as ever.
The Labour of Love series began in 1983, with a number one album and number one single (‘Red, Red Wine)’. This was followed in 1989 by LOL II, which spawned a no.4 single (‘Kingston Town’) and two US Billboard Top 10s. Another Top 10 album, LOL III, and single (‘Come Back, Darling’) was released in 1998.
‘Labour Of Love IV’ continues what has become a passion for the band; to share their love of reggae classics, some well-known, some not so, with the public-at-large. Recorded at the band’s Reflex Studios in Birmingham in the Spring 2009, the album comprises 14 tracks. Covers such as Delroy Wilson (‘Close To Me’), John Holt songs (‘I Don’t Want To See You Cry’ and ‘Man Next Door’) and Rocksteady vocal groups the Melodians (‘Get Along Without You Now’) and The Paragons (‘Holiday’) bestow this new album with such an infectious sense of joy, it’s hard to believe it’s the fourth in the series and not the first. UB40, just like other dedicated reggae fans, fervently want such artists – including Theo Beckford (‘Easy Snappin”), Errol Dunkley (‘You’re Gonna Need Me’), Ken Parker (‘True True True’) and Hopeton Lewis (‘Boom Shaka Lacka’), who also contribute songs to Labour Of Love IV – to receive more recognition, and there’s now every chance of that happening with these mesmerizing new versions.
American soul stars Smokey Robinson (‘Tracks Of My Tears’), Sam Cooke (‘Bring It On Home To Me’) and Johnny Nash need no introduction here, except these songs were hugely popular within Caribbean communities, and had a lasting impact upon UB40 themselves. Johnny Nash was the first overseas’ act to cover a Bob Marley song and his ‘Cream Puff’ is a little-known gem from the very early seventies, when the Texan singer was being billed as “the King Of Reggae” in En gland. Robin Campbell saw him perform back then and says the band have wanted to cover Cream Puff for years.
Labour Of Love IV is the first to feature another talented Campbell brother, Duncan, on lead vocals. Duncan would have been one of UB40′s vocalists right from the start had he not turned them down to pursue adventures around the world. Usually, when a world-famous band changes their lead singer, the transition isn’t exactly seamless.
Duncan was a natural choice however – not only because he’s family but also because he sings with such feeling, like a man who’s come to claim his rightful legacy. Robin, Astro, Norman and Earl also sing lead vocals on various tracks on the album, and such versatility – twinned with UB40′s remarkable consistency – make it another wonderful addition to the series.
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READ THE REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE MAGAZINE ONLINE IN DIGITAL FORMAT FOR FREE!
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The 2010 REGGAE FESTIVAL GUIDE MAGAZINE is available to read onine in digital format, page-by-page:
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TOSH 1 - PERFORMING ON THE PETER TOSH CELEBRATION IN BERKELEY, CA
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Calendar listing:
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Peter Tosh Birthday Celebration Concert with
Tosh 1 and Sister I-Live, Nyabinghi Drummers
Ashkenaz, Berkeley, CA
$15 advance/$20 at door
kids free
Doors open 8pm/Music 9pm
All ages
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PETER TOSH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION THURSDAY OCTOBER 14TH AT ASKHENAZ IN BERKELY FEATURES TOSH 1 –PETER’S SON, AND MORE!
Out of Many One Productions presents the annual Peter Tosh Birthday Celebration Concert on Thursday, October 14 at the all-ages Ashkenaz venue in Berkeley. The doors open at 8 and the music starts at 9pm with Nyabinghi Drummers and then opening act, Sister I-Live. The headliner, Tosh 1 rounds out the evening’s festivities in celebration of the late, great Peter Tosh.
$15 advance tickets can be purchased at Ashkenaz. At the door, the tickets are $20; kids under 12 are free with paid adult, and students with student I.D. card are also $15 at the door. The Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community is located at 1317 San Pablo Ave
In Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 525-5054.
Tosh 1, the youngest son of the late great Reggae icon Winston Hubert McIntosh, aka Peter Tosh, was born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1980. He moved to Boston in 1985. He is currently an economics major at Northwestern University. After a great summer of festival performances, promoters are already asking the young Tosh back for more shows shortly after therafter.
“In Boston, Tosh 1 was introduced to rap and "That was when music was real,” says Tosh 1, who started mixing the sounds of reggae with loops and samples of hip-hop in high school. Tosh has a love-hate relationship with the hip-hop genre, and believes many of its artists have gone astray, seduced by major record deals, fast cars and expensive clothes.
"The same revolutionary spirit that once inspired me has been transformed into everything it once detested"; says Tosh 1.
In 2000, Tosh 1 decided to record a couple of tracks in the studio, creating a hybrid sound that blended urban sounds, but still stayed true to the tenets of reggae and its messages of social change, activism and spirituality. "It was like second nature, like magic"; says Tosh 1. "People just fell in love with it."
Tosh 1 is a revolutionary artist with an impetus to right wrongs. "I give people food for thought" explains Tosh 1, "about waking people up. I am going to expose the system for what it is. We have to be more conscious of our life here on earth and stop complaining."
Tosh 1's debut album Babylon Burning is slated for release in spring 2011. He is currently back and forth to the studio, working on his new single "Wicked a Go Bun".
This summer 2010, Tosh 1 was very busy on the US festival circuit. He headlined the Maple Ridge Carribean Festival at the Memorial Peace Park in Vancouver, BC. Canada. He also performed on the Mid-West Reggaefest and the South Bend Reggaefest, and in Minnesota he performed on the Bayfront Reggae Festival, and in upstate New York, he performed on The Gig in the Sky Festival.
He was also booked this summer on the Montreal Reggaefest in eastern Canada. Tosh 1 traveled to Jamaica four times this summer for festivals there - The Life Fest, put on by Spragga Benz as a tribute to his son who was murdered, The Western Consciousness show, Bunny Wailer's show and The Negril Escape Summer Concert Series. Tosh 1 was embraced and very warmly received in Jamaica, the land of his birth. This October western U S tour will be a special treat for all those Peter Tosh fans who have been waiting for Peter's next release, and for the younger generations who never got to see Peter Tosh perform live in the flesh. Peter's youngest son, Tosh 1 has now taken the torch and moved ahead with youthful strength and vigor to carry on the work of his father.
For more information, contact Out Of Many One 917/834-0330 or the Ashkenaz
(510) 525-5054.
FOR BOOKING TOSH 1 IN YOUR AREA, CONTACT KINGS MUSIC INTERNATIONAL
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SPARTICUS : : TRUST
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AUGUST 2, 2010
GENRE; REGGAE
The song Trust is a beautiful medley that the Jamaican Reggae artist Sparticus and Adjoa who is also featured on the song. The duet proves to be the perfect blend for this lovers rock. This song has been on rotation on Mello FM in Jamaica. This tune is hot under Music Life Entertainment.
Artist website:
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HOT NEW REGGAE ARTISTE ELJAI DOWNLOAD HIS LATEST TRACKS : :
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Contact now for Eljai interviews, bookings, and dubplates
JAH MIX ENTERTAINMENT
Phone: (562) 948-3008 / (323) 979-4528
E-Mail: eljai.ranks@hotmail.com / Web: www.EljaiMusic.com / www.myspace.com/TheOriginalEljai
ELJAI -THE LEADERS OFFICIAL VIDEO LINK:
ELJAI FEAT.CAPLETON- BLESSED OFFICIAL VIDEO LINK:
ELJAI- EMPRESS LINK TO LISTEN:
STAMPEDE'S STREETS CHARTS/ROOTICAL RECORDS
KINGSTON,JAMAICA
TEL:1-876-427-7033 OR 1-876-882-6924
http://www.myspace.com/firestarmusic
http://www.myspace.com/stampedecharts
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Macka Diamond : : Name of Riddim: Few year old
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Here is a brand new track by Macka Diamond titled “Love” on the ‘Few year old’ riddim produced by Dretegs productions. The song “Love” is a very smooth song which emphasizes on ways of love.
Click on the link below to download the track:
Song Title:Love
Label: Dretegs Productions
STAMPEDE'S STREETS CHARTS/ROOTICAL RECORDS
KINGSTON,JAMAICA
TEL:1-876-427-7033 OR 1-876-882-6924
http://www.myspace.com/firestarmusic
http://www.myspace.com/stampedecharts
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LOOK WHO'S ON TOUR!
 MYSTIC ROOTS
Upcoming Florida shows in celebration of CALI-HI:
October 8 - Hooligans, Boca Raton, Florida
October 9 - The Social, Orlando, Florida
October 14-Filthy McNasty's, Vero Beach, Florida
October 21-Purdy Lounge, Miami, Florida
October 22-Beach Bar, Clearwater, Florida
October 24-Hurricanes, Delray Beach, Florida
The Melodians & Frankie Paul w/ The Yellow Wall Dub Squad
Fri Oct 8: Club Envy 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. Carson City NV
Sat Oct 9: Wave House San Diego 3125 Ocean Front Walk San Diego, CA
Sun Oct 10: The White House - 340 S. Coast Highway - Laguna Beach, CA
Wed Oct 13: Last Day Saloon.120 Fifth Street.Santa Rosa, CA
Thurs Oct 14: Ukiah Brewing Co-102 S. State St Ukiah, CA
Fri Oct 15: Red Fox Tavern. 415 5th St Eureka, Ca
Sun Oct 17: Nectar Lounge 412 N. 36th St. Seattle, WA.
Tue Oct 19:The Top Hat. 134 West Front St. Missoula, MT
Wed Oct 20: Bar Deluxe 668 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT
Thurs Oct 21:Ashkenaz 1317 San Pablo Avenue. Berkley, Ca
Fri Oct 22: Rhythm Lounge 245 Pine Avenue. Long Beach, CA
Sat Oct 23: SOHO 1221 State ST. Santa Barbara, CA
Sun Oct 24: Nakisaki 276 Fulton Ave Hempstead NY 11550
EASY STAR ALL-STARS DUBBER SIDE OF THE MOON TOUR
With special guest CAS HALEY
Oct 12, 2010 Rockwood Music Hall New York, NY (Cas Haley solo show)
Oct 14, 2010 Hare and Hounds King's Heath, Birmingham UK
Oct 15, 2010 Brewery Arts Centre Kendal, Cumbria UK
Oct 16, 2010 Electric Palace Bridport, Dorest UK
Oct 17, 2010 Subscription Rooms Stroud UK
Oct 19, 2010 Scala King's Cross, London UK
Oct 20, 2010 Academy 3 Manchester UK
Oct 21, 2010 Roisin Dubh Galway IRELAND
Oct 22, 2010 Cyprus Avenue Cork IRELAND
Oct 23, 2010 The Academy Dublin IRELAND
Oct 24, 2010 The Stiff Kitten Belfast UK
Oct 26, 2010 The Wedgewood Rooms Southsea, Portsmouth UK
Oct 27, 2010 Student Union Leeds UK
Oct 28, 2010 Sub 89 Reading UNITED KINGDOM
Oct 29, 2010 Cheese & Grain Frome, Somerset UK
Oct 30, 2010 Phoenix Exeter UK
Oct 31, 2010 Waterfront Norwich UK
KY-MANI MARLEY
http://www.myspace.com/kymanimarley
http://www.facebook.com/kymanimarley
Saturday, October 16
“Dear Dad” book signing @ New Karibbean City
Oakland, California
Sunday, October 31
The Beat Breast Cancer Music Festival @ King George Park V
Port of Spain, Trinidad
Saturday, November 20
Rotary Club Benefit Concert @ Truman Annex Waterfront
Key West, Florida
Tuesday, November 23
Acoustic set & book signing @ The Negril Escape Hotel
Negril, Jamaica
CLINTON FEARON AND HIS BOOGIE BROWN BAND
After the release of Mi Deh Yah in France this summer, Clinton Fearon and his Boogie Brown band are coming in Europe to present the new album live on stage. Enjoy!
Mi Deh Yah French Tour
October, 8th @ Festival Eklekzik, Luc (12)
October, 9th @ Tapis Rouge, Colombes (92)
October, 14th @ CC Paul Bailliart, Massy (91)
October, 16th @ Ferme de Gwernandour, Brasparts (29)
October, 22nd @ Usine a Chapeau, Rambouillet (78)
October, 23rd @ Festival Roots, Kingersheim (68)
October, 26th @ New Morning, Paris (75)
October, 28th @ Le Hublot, Nancy (54)
October, 29th @La Grange a Musique, Creil (60)
October, 30th @ Du Rock et des Vaches Festival, Andard (49)
Clinton Fearon in solo acoustic performances
November, 2nd@ Vooruit, Gent (BE)
November, 9th@ Grenoble (38) details to come
November, 12th @ Ebullition, Bulle (CH)
Check our channel for live videos
Capleton/Romain Virgo/Munga U.S. Tour Dates:
10/06/10 Raleigh, NC, Lincoln Theater
10/07/10 Covington, KY, Madison Theater
10/08/10 Columbus, OH, Alrosa Villa
10/09/10 Chicago, IL, Kenetic Playground
10/10/10 St. Louis, MO, The Mansion
10/12/10 Denver, CO, Cervantis
10/14/10 Albuquerque, NM, Sunshine Theater
10/15/10 Dallas, TX, Preet Pavilion
10/16/10 Houston, TX, Fitzgeralds
10/17/10 Austin, TX , Flamingo Cantina
10/19/10 Nashville, TN, Bentley House of Soul
10/22/10 Stone Mountain, GA, Club Intrigue
PATO BANTON ON TOUR
Sat Oct 02 10 08:00 PM
The Galaxy Theater in Santa Ana, CA - Irieside opening for reggae legend Pato Banton and the Now Generation Band!!!
Fri Oct 22 10 08:00 PM
The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, CA - TIMES: 6PM - Doors, 7:30 PM - Local A, 8:15PM - Local B, 9PM - COMMON SENSE, 10:30PM - PATO BANTON
Sat Oct 23 10 12:00 PM
Long Beach City College, Pacific Coast Campus in Long Beach, CA -
www.patobanton.com
www.myspace.com/patobanton
Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars
1-04-2011, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Jamcruise 9,
SOJA returns to South America!!!
November 12 Fortaleza, Brazil Biruta
November 13 São Luis, Brazil Lagoa da Jansen
November 14 Belém, Brazil Cidade Folia
November 16 Buenos Aires, Argentina Teatro Gran Rex
November 18 Porto Alegre, Brazil Opinião
November 19 Recife, Brazil Clube Português
November 20 Salvador, Brazil República do Reggae
November 21 Brasília, Brazil UNB
December 2 Lima, Peru EMBARCADERO 41 Bambu Station
December 8 Vitória, Brazil Ilhacústico
December 9 Juiz de Fora, Brazil Cultural Bar
December 10 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Fundição Progresso Groundation
December 11 São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil Estância Alto da Serra Groundation
December 12 Belo Horizonte, Brazil Mix Garden
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ON THIS DAY IN REGGAE
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Josey Wales (Joseph Sterling) is born in Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1804: |
Haiti independent |
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Algeria is admitted as 109th member of the United Nations. |
| 1980: |
Bob Marley collapses in New York while preparing for a tour of the U.S. with Stevie Wonder.
He was diagnosed as having cancer and dies on May 11, 1981.
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SAYING NO TO OTHERS IS OFTEN SAYING YES TO YOURSELF
"None of us is built to run nonstop. That's why, when you don't give yourself the time and care you need, your body rebels in the form of sickness and exhaustion. Taking care of yourself so you can better care for others is an idea many women I talk to still can't embrace. But think of it in terms of the oxygen-mask theory: If you don't put on your mask first, you won't be able to save anyone else."
— Oprah
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RICHIE B'S ROOTS REGGAE AIRPLAY CHARTS - STRAIGHT FROM YARD!
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richie B, host – “HOT MIX” on Hot 102FM
TAKE A LOOK & LISTEN TO RICHIE B!!
OCTOBER 8, 2010
TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 2 14 My Heart – Wayne Marshall feat. Mavado – Yard Vybz/Off Limits (1wk@#1) U-1
02 3 11 Drinking Rum & Red Bull – Beenie Man feat. Fambo –Seanizzle Records U-1
03 5 11 Jeans & Fitted – Vybz Kartel feat. Russian – Head Concussion Records U-2
04 1 18 One Man – Vybz Kartel & Gaza Slim – Adidjaheim/Notnice (2wks@#1) D-3
05 7 8 Nah Sell Out – Khago – Seanizzle U-2
06 4 24 Boss Lady – Toya – Downsound (pp#4) D-2
07 9 10 Dem a Pree – Mr. Lexx – Ward 21 U-2
08 11 8 For Your Eyez Only – Shaggy feat. Alaine – K-Licious Music U-3
09 10 15 Rightful Place - Edee – Unseen Lab U-1
10 6 13 House Top - Mavado – Rose Gold Entertainment (1wk@#1) D-4
11 12 8 Life – Shawn Storm – Adidjaheim/Notnice U-1
12 15 7 I’m Ok – Beenie Man – Seanizzle U-3
13 8 21 Gal A Mad Over – Mavado – Di Genius (2wks@#1) D-5
14 16 7 Irie – Andrew & Wada Blood – Deewaan U-2
15` 17 5 Messiah – Mavado – Chimney Records U-2
16 18 6 Look At All These Girls - Nando – Heart to Art Music U-2
17 19 4 Touch a Button – Vybz Kartel – TJ Records U-2
18 13 9 Di General – Timberlee – Ward 21 (pp#13) D-5
19 21 4 Girls Night Out – David M – BGM Entertainment U-2
20 22 3 Wifey Walk Out – DJ Liquid – Seanizzle Records U-2
21 23 3 Not Scared Enough – Bounti Killer feat Angel Doolas – SANKOFA U-2
22 24 2 Stulla – Mavado – CR203 U-2
23 25 2 Jim Screechie – Spice – Equinoxx Production U-2
24 14 21 Clarks Pt 2 (Clarks Again) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion (3wks@#1) D-10
25 20 16 Summer Break – Bugle/Chevaughn/Razz & Biggy – Notice Production (pp#4) D-5
TOP 25 REGGAE SINGLES
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 18 This is for Real – Ras Charmer – House of Hits (2wks@#1) NM
02 2 19 Wanna Give You Love – Warrior King – Rootz Warrior Production NM
03 3 17 Torn – Tony Anthony – Phylani Music NM
04 4 16 We Shall Find A Way – Hezron – Hard Shield Records/Tads Int’l Records NM
05 6 18 Down in Jamaica – Kabbalist – Bamboo Music U-1
06 8 12 My Life – I-Octane – DJ Frass U-2
07 7 15 John Prophecy (aka Di Yutes) – Strugglas – Roaring Tone Productions
NM
08 11 11 Wild Fire (Protect The People) – Tarrus Riley – Don Corleon U-3
09 5 23 The Leaders – ELJAI – Jah Mix Entertainment/No Doubt Records (2wks@#1) D-4
10 10 12 Life Caan Done – Princess Thundah – 619 Entertainment Group NM
11 12 10 Just as I Am – Misteree – Capsicum Records U-1
12 9 22 Free – Etana – No Doubt Records (2wks@#1) D-3
13 14 10 Still Got the Blues – Oneil Peart – Red Nile Music U-1
14 15 9 Fight Without a Reason – KI – NTS Records U-1
15 16 8 Tears – Kurt Warmington – Infidelity Records U-1
16 17 7 Good Man in ur Life (Real Man) – Chuck Fender – Penthouse U-1
17 18 6 Fed up with the System – Capleton – Powermack Promotions U-1
18 13 17 Tomorrow – G Whizz – TJ Records (pp#8) D-5
19 20 5 Comfort Zone – Busy Signal – Penthouse Records U-1
20 21 5 Who Give Di Order – Cerassie Tea – 2000 Plus Production U-1
21 22 4 Love How You Touch Me – Elvis D – Listen Up Records U-1
22 23 3 Summer Love – Denyque – Cashflow U-1
23 24 3 A Nuh Suh Mi Want Live – Nesbeth – Jan Bigs Production U-1
24 25 2 Justice – Ras Bogle – Global Life/Corner Street Records U-1
25 - New Dark Skin Girl – Romain Virgo – Penthouse
TOP TEN ALBUMS/CD CHARTS
TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL
01 1 8 Hold You – Gyptian – VP Records (2wks@#1) NM
02 2 11 Reggae Gold – Various Artistes – VP Records NM
03 4 10 Million Chance – Tony Anthony – Phylani Music U-1
04 5 8 I-ternal Fire – Capleton – VP Records U-1
05 6 7 D.O.B. – Busy Signal – VP Records U-1
06 7 5 Never Lost my Way – Ginjah – No Doubt/Flava Records U-1
07 3 13 The Hit List Vol. 2 – Various Artistes – Tads International Records (3wks@#1) D-4
08 8 5 Herbalist – Chezidek – Tads Int’l Records NM
09 9 3 Trodding – Natty King –Tads International Records NM
10 - New Before the Dawn – Buju Banton – Gargamel Music
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Numbers in bracket indicate the number of weeks at the No. 1 Spot.
Key: U – Upward, D – Down, NM – Non-Mover
TW – This Week, LW – Last Week, WC Weeks on Chart, PP in bracket – Peak Position
Sources: Sound Systems, Record Shops, Night Clubs & Radio Play
ALL SOUND SYSTEMS, SELECTORS, RECORD SHOPS, NIGHT CLUBS & RADIO DJS WHO WISH TO ASSIST US AS WE COMPILE OUR WEEKLY CHARTS, PLEASE FURNISH US WITH ONLY CURRENT TELEPHONE NUMBERS.
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1st Annual Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Sunday, October 10th 2010
NASHVILLE TENNESSEE
United States
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Caribbean Music Festival 2010
Saturday-Sunday, October 16th-17th 2010
Bonita Springs Florida
United States
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Arroyo Seco Reggae Daze @ Miller's Lodge
Friday-Sunday, October 22nd-24th 2010
Greenfield Ca
United States
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1st Annual Reggae-Zona Roots Festival
Saturday-Sunday, October 30th-31st 2010
Buckeye,AZ Arizona
United States
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Reggae Culture Salute
Saturday, October 30th 2010
Brooklyn New York
United States
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Ocean Breeze Music Festival & Conference
Friday-Sunday, November 12th-14th 2010
St. John's
St. John's Antigua
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Bayside Rocks Festival
Saturday, November 20th 2010
Miami Florida
United States
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Reggae Marathon
Thursday-Saturday, December 2nd-4th 2010
Negril
Jamaica
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Byron Bay Reggaefest
Saturday, December 4th 2010
Byron Bay New South Wales
Australia
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The Guatemalan/Mayan Gathering of the Peacemakers
Friday-Thursday, December 17th-23rd 2010
Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
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~Tribal Fusion Faire VII~
Friday-Monday, December 17th-20th 2010
San Luis Obispo California
United States
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Reggae in the Rift Valley
Thursday, December 23rd 2010 - Sunday, January 2nd 2011
Shashamene/Adama Shoa
Ethiopia
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GreenFest
Friday, December 31st 2010 - Sunday, January 2nd 2011
Nairobi Nairobi Ke
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