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Thursday, February 25, 2010
On The Cover: Rose Codero in French Vogue
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Dangerzone issues statement on Mikey Pelpa's death
Mikey Pelpa is noted for his collaboration with Lymie Murray, Emergency on the ‘Jam Down’ rhythm, Parental Guide on the Cloud Nine rhythm, Say What U Want on the ‘Pay Back’ rhythm and his recent release Mama Don't Worry At All. He was acclaimed for his focus on family values and once revealed: "Di yute dem haffi show respect and remember seh dem parents a di real guide. Me never diss my mother yet cause a she a mi real inspiration and if the yute dem inna the society focus pon that and transfer it to dem brother then evil will cut in half".
According to The Jamaica Star, Pelpa (born Micheal Augustus Lynch) drowned while trying to escape US authorities after traveling from Bahamas to Fl coast by boat.
Why Did I Get Married Too was shot in Bahamas...see trailer
Tyler Perry speaking at press conference in Bahamas
On The Cover: Lisa Raye in Black Men Magazine
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Estelle gets "Freaky" with Kardinall Offishall
"FREAK" was produced by David Guetta and is off of Estelle's new album "All of Me", coming soon! Also the "FREAK" track, extended dance mix and "FREAK" tank will be available to buy exclusively on www.EstelleMusic.com for $19.99! Get a sneak peek of the making of the "FREAK" video above, and make sure you log on Friday for the single premiere!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
20 Questions: Freddie McGregor (Reggae Month Feature)
This is Reggae royalty talking to you here, read on and get educated:
1. Do you remember your first introduction to Reggae music?
Yes. My first introduction was in 1963 when I first went to Coxsone's Studio One (the first black-owned studio in Jamaica) on Brentford Road in Kingston 13. I had hooked up with a group called The Clarendonians, true we came from the same place in Clarendon, and Ernie and myself we went to the same primary school. So he knew of me and that’s how we hooked up. Then it was time for a recording session for them in Kingston and I accompanied them.
2. When people think of Reggae they generally think Bob Marley, peace, positive vibrations, conscious lyrics. How do YOU define Reggae and what does it mean to you?
That’s what it really means to people worldwide, I think they are being honest in saying that, because that is what grabbed the interests of people overseas. The love, the culture that we spread through our music. People became fascinated with that, hence the reason Bob Marley became so powerful among other artists. A lot of us are known for both our lover’s side and our conscious side, but that’s what we do and offer-part of who we are.
3. I personally think that Reggae is a lot about saying what you mean and meaning what you say. Do you feel any pressure from the commercialization of music to say things just to sell records?
No, because we try to beat down the system every chance we get. Every wrongdoing we see, we try express it through song. So, we are that kind of people. We fight for the oppressed.
4. Are there any trends in the industry that you welcome and/or that you would like to see go away?
Um, there are a number of them that I do admire and there are some that could go away. Of course like most things, everything is not going to be perfect and that’s why we are here, to keep fighting so we can organize ourselves as a people and a nation; through music, through whatever form. Not all things we can change, some things we can try and control--we should try and control; but I don’t think we’ll be able to change it in its entirety.
5. What would you say is your greatest contribution to Reggae music thus far?
I would hope that my contribution would be viewed as one who has contributed in many different ways to our music especially and our culture. We have put in a lot of work from 1963 to 2010. That’s many years; and we fought vigorously for the music to become what it is today and to have reached where it is right now. A lot of people wouldn’t understand that from just being out there enjoying what we do. But to understand the struggles that we’ve been through,for example, you’re in a foreign country and the promoter just run off with the money.Your ticket is booked to go back tomorrow, and if you don’t go back tomorrow that’s the end of your ticket. So you very well have to just hold a stiff face, go back to your hotel room—if you have one, and make your way to the airport tomorrow.But those are our struggles, among other things, and we’ve been through a lot of it, just for the sake of the music
6. Reggae has been blended with so many genres from opera to Rock and Roll, to Hip-Hop and even Bhangra. Is this a plus for the industry or a loss of some sort?
It has been a plus, because as a people we know we came here through slavery and so the culture, the tradition passes on and fortunately for us we can pick up pretty much from where we first started which has not been many years compared to certain countries who have thousands of years of history. Ours- we can go back to just over 400 years which is not that far away down the road. So it is easier to associate where we are with where we started the question is where we should be going.
7.Is Reggae month really necessary? What meaning does it hold for you?
Reggae month is very necessary, very essential. It is something that could become really powerful for our country. If we market Reggae Month properly it will be a huge success. This is a time period in our country where we can pull loads of foreigners here for a celebration. A month-long celebration all across the island-Fiwisinting, just about all the events that we’ve done. If we are able to get proper advertising and marketing, we can pull this off. We have the artists, the talent, this is Jamaica, this is Reggae country, this is Reggae Month. We can plan our activities, we can pull all the foreigners here and they would be happy to be here to support and to come to all the events-dance, Kumina, so many different types going on within Reggae Month that it would eventually become a big tourist attraction for our country. (Of course it would benefit inside Jamaica through the people who put on the events, but the Jamaican public in general, what’s the benefit for them?) The benefit would be-a lot of the activities that we’ve done are free. I don’t know that all the activities would be. We culminate Reggae Month with a JARIA award to people who we think have contributed to Reggae over the years and presently. It wouldn’t necessarily go well with the current-day awards, as they tend to honor the people who are current today. But there are people who have done the work, some have gone ahead but they deserve to be awarded
Click HERE to read Freddie's 20 Questions Interview!
20 Questions: Daniel "Chino" McGregor (Reggae Month Feature)
1. Do you remember your first introduction to Reggae music?
Wow my first introduction to Reggae music. I don’t think there’s a first that I can recall. Reggae for me, was quite different –I literally grew up around the music and around Reggae. Yeah, I was basically born in Reggae. So I can’t really recall a first introduction.
2. When people think of Reggae they generally think Bob Marley, peace, positive vibrations, conscious lyrics. How do YOU define Reggae and what does it mean to you?
Reggae, is…not just Reggae—Jamaican music on a whole, is a narration of what takes place in Jamaica, in our country, in our culture. Reggae music is basically what’s happening at the time. If you listen to Bob Marley’s catalogue, he is basically singing and talking about what is taking place in Jamaica at the time; Dennis Brown—same ting. Fast forward our current state of Reggae, Bounty Killa, for example, is talking about what is taking place in his current time; Mavado, for example; us—so Reggae music is definitely a reflection of what is happening at the moment.
3. I personally think that Reggae is a lot about saying what you mean and meaning what you say. Do you feel any pressure from the commercialization of music to say things just to sell records?
Well me personally, I don’t, because the type of music I make is very melodic, for one—very lyrical, very catchy. Some people classify it as Reggae or Dancehall Pop. BUT, at the same time it’s not watered-down. It touches all the social issues. Everything that’s taking place, but it’s still fun, you dance to it. As I say, its catchy- the little kids can catch it, the corporate world run with it and gravitate to it so I don’t really have a problem as far as that’s concerned.
4. Are there any trends in the industry that you welcome and/or that you would like to see go away?
Any trends??? Umm, I mean I don’t think that is for me to say. Variety is the spice of life, you need everything and everything is there for a reason. You need a little bit of this, a little bit of that. That’s what full up the whole puzzle anyway. I can’t really be the one to bash anything. I mean certain things are on the positive note, certain things are on somewhat of a negative note, but you need variety. That’s why for example when you have a stage show you need a Sizzla, you need an Elephant Man, you need a Mavado, you need a Freddie McGregor, you need a John Holt.
5. What would you say is your greatest contribution to Reggae music thus far?
My greatest contribution so far is just putting out positive music on the basis where everybody can relate and gravitate to it—the streets, the hardcore fan base, the little kids. I find a lot of parents come to me and say “Woaw my little 2-year old or 3-year old son or daughter is singing every line from “From Mawnin” or “Woman Pon Your Head,” “Protected,” for example. So that within itself is something great. I’m doing something good.
6. Reggae has been blended with so many genres from opera to Rock and Roll, to Hip-Hop and even Bhangra. Is this a plus for the industry or a loss of some sort?
It’s definitely a plus. Music has no limits or boundaries and that’s what for myself and us here at Big Ship, has always been our ting. We merge and fuse different genres. So when you hear our music, you’re gonna hear elements of Jazz, elements of Rock, elements of R&B, Hip-Hop, Blues, Country, you name it… You shouldn’t be afraid to experiment and explore with the music.
7. Is Reggae month really necessary? What meaning does it hold for you?
Reggae month-yeah it’s definitely necessary. I’m happy it’s in the month of February—it’s also black history month. When you look at a globe or an atlas and you look at Jamaica, it’s just a little, small dot. BUT, our music, called Reggae coming out of this island is very powerful and it impacts so greatly on and throughout the whole world; so it’s important to have a month where we emphasize that strength and reflect on our cultural music—where it came from, where it currently is and where it should be heading.
Click HERE to find out what he likes do do when he's alone.... did you know he likes Valentino cologne???
Black Ryno leaves Portmore Empire
According to Jamaica Observer online:
Deejay Black Rhyno, yesterday confirmed reports that he has severed ties with the Vybz Kartel-led Portmore Empire.
"I just want to make it known that I am no longer a member of the Empire," Rhyno told the Observer during a telephone interview.
The deejay, whose real name is Romane Anderson, is most known for his track Bike Back on Russian's Strip Club Riddim, and is said to be one of the Empire's biggest money makers, outside of the self-proclaimed Gaza president, Kartel.
However, Rhyno has dismissed reports that his split with the Empire has anything to do with money.
"I know it has been said that there has been some money issues with me and the Empire, but I want to state clearly that it has absolutely nothing to do with money," the deejay said.
On Monday, the Gaza machinery, in reacting to reports that both Black Rhyno and the Empire's other rising star Jahvinci had left the crew, denied that anything was amiss.
According to a spokesman, Rhyno and Jahvinci were happy with their arrangements. "They are happy, their parents are happy and those around them are also happy, and they say the funds are rolling in as required," the spokesman said.
When contacted, Vybz Kar tel's publicist said a statement would be released soon.Source
L.A Reid visits Shyne in Belize
Video of Sean Paul live in Burkina Faso
Amber Rose Channels Grace Jones
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Dream says baby Violet will be here by Sunday!
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According to him his wife Christina Milian should give birth by this Sunday. We wish them all the best!
Read the rest of the interview with MTV News HERE.
On The Scene: Mel B, Foxy, Leona, Naomi, Garcelle, Ayeola, Jenny Jenny
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Wyclef Jean is Harvard University's artist of the year 2010!
Read about it on the Harvard Gazette website!
Tim Urban American Idol February 24 Apologize
Aaron Kelly American Idol February 24 Here Comes Goodbye
Todrick Hall American Idol February 24 Since U Been Gone
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
CARA MENGGANTI BACKGROUND FLASH DISK
Apabila sudah, langkah selanjutnya adalah sebagai berikut :
1. Double klik software tersebut, kemudian klik "Run" ( Lihat gambar ).
2. Kemudian akan muncul jendela " Customise This Folder Wizard", klik "Next"
3. Beri tanda centang apabila anda ingin modify background, lalu klik "Next"
4. Klik " Browse", kemudian ambil gambar yang ingin dijadikan penghias background. Setelah gambar masuk dalam textarea "Select a background picture from the list below", seleksi gambar tersebut, kemudian klik "next" dan klik "finish".
5. Alihkan mouse anda ke folder lain, kemudian kembalikan mouse anda ke folder atau drive dimana flasdisk anda berada yang telah anda install dengan software tersebut. Maka folder atau flashdisk anda akan mempunyai background sesuai yang anda inginkan. Jangan lupa menyertakan software dan gambar pada folder atau flasdisk kita. Untuk menghindari agar sofware dan gambar terhapus, klik kanan pada software/ image kemudian klik properties dan beri centang pada kotak "Hidden"
CARA MENGGANTI BACKGROUND FLASH DISK
Apabila sudah, langkah selanjutnya adalah sebagai berikut :
1. Double klik software tersebut, kemudian klik "Run" ( Lihat gambar ).
2. Kemudian akan muncul jendela " Customise This Folder Wizard", klik "Next"
3. Beri tanda centang apabila anda ingin modify background, lalu klik "Next"
4. Klik " Browse", kemudian ambil gambar yang ingin dijadikan penghias background. Setelah gambar masuk dalam textarea "Select a background picture from the list below", seleksi gambar tersebut, kemudian klik "next" dan klik "finish".
5. Alihkan mouse anda ke folder lain, kemudian kembalikan mouse anda ke folder atau drive dimana flasdisk anda berada yang telah anda install dengan software tersebut. Maka folder atau flashdisk anda akan mempunyai background sesuai yang anda inginkan. Jangan lupa menyertakan software dan gambar pada folder atau flasdisk kita. Untuk menghindari agar sofware dan gambar terhapus, klik kanan pada software/ image kemudian klik properties dan beri centang pada kotak "Hidden"
Monday, February 22, 2010
CARA MENGINSTAL DEEPFREEZE
Deep Freeze sangat cocok untuk komputer yang biasanya fungsinya cuma untuk menjalankan software yang sifatnya rutin dan jarang terjadi perubahan, seperti:
1. Komputer yang ditaruh di tempat umum dan bisa diakses oleh beberapa orang seperti komputer di sekolah, perpustakaan, bank, dan kantor pemerintah atau layanan publik
2. Komputer yang digunakan untuk rental seperti warnet dan game center
3. Komputer kerja di kantor atau di rumah yang sering akses ke internet dan install program buat testing saja setelah itu di uninstall
4. Komputer yang sering kena virus, yang pemakainya tidak mau ambil pusing tiap kali install atau format Windows
5. Server komputer yang biasanya dipakai untuk akses online atau internet
Biasanya, yang anda pakai untuk Deep Freeze hanya partisi sistem anda saja atau partisi “master” karena partisi ini yang paling banyak diserang oleh virus atau mengalami masalah dengan OS ketika startup. Hanya saja program ini punya kelemahan setelah menginstall berarti anda tidak bisa menambahkan apapun ke dalam partisi hardisk yang telah dibekukan. Artinya ketika restart apapun yang anda buat pada partisi windows (system biasanya C:\) setelah ‘frozen’ akan hilang lenyap.Oleh karena itu disarankan sebaiknya sebelum menggunakan software ini partisi dulu hardisk anda. Untuk partisi data sebaiknya tidak perlu dipasang Deep Freeze karena anda tidak ingin ketika komputer anda restart data anda hilang atau kembali ke posisi semula sebelum terjadi perubahan. Kalau komputer anda singel partition (hanya ada “C” saja tidak ada “D”, dimana “D” bukan CD/DVD-ROM atau RW), sebaiknya anda jangan memakai software ini kecuali anda mau mengubahnya menjadi 2 partisi dengan menggunakan software seperti Partition Magic.
Cara Uninstall
Jika anda ingat password anda Uninstall progam ini dapat dilakukan dengan cara sebagai berikut: Pertama masuklah dlm mode thawed. tekan ctrl alt shift F6 bersamaan tekan atau shift + double click pada icon deepfreeze di pojok bawah taskbar. Masukkan password, lalu pilih thawed, dan restart. Selanjutnya un-install harus dilakukan dg deepfreeze installer yg dipake meng-install (Maksudnya, installer berfungsi jg sbg un-installer). Selesai….
Proses uninstalasi menjadi lebih rumit jika anda lupa password anda. Berikut ini cara yang bisa dilakukan (tapi saya nggak tanggung akibatnya jika ada kerusakan pada sistem anda) :
1. Siapkan CDROM dan CD Installer Windos XP nya
2. Atur First Boot priority nya menjadi CD-ROM
3. Restart Komputer anda dan pilih boot from CD-ROM
4. Ikuti langkah2 seperti pada saat install Windows
5. Sampai pada bagian Enter to Setup … Enterlah lalu tekan F8 untuk persetujuan dan tunggu beberapa saat
6. Lalu tekan R untuk repair (Repair Setup). Tapi sebelumnya pastikan dulu setelah tekan F8 ada pilihan “repair …” nya apa ga. Kalo ga ada, saya sarankan jangan dilanjutin dulu.
7. Selanjutnya ikuti langkah2 install windows berikutnya sampe selesai.
8. Sekarang siapkan DeepFreeze v.6 nya dan double klik.
9. Maka akan muncul jendela unInstall DeepFreeze dan lakukan proses uninstall sampai selese
10. Sekarang masalah sudah kelar…
Deep-Unfreezer juga boleh dicoba tuh kalo lupa passwordnya, tp hanya untuk deep freeze dibawah V.6. Buat download Deep-Unfreezer, coba cari di www.4shared.com, di situ ada search engine-nya, isikan aja deep unfreeze, kayaknya banyak tuh free downloadnya….
Ada juga software yang bernama XDeepFreeze dapat mengatasi hal yang sama, tapi software ini kadang-kadang dapat merusak sistem OS anda.
Download Deep Freeze version 6 Fullversion (passwod: ali)
http://www.ziddu.com/download/2007823/Faronics.rar.html
Deep Freeze Standard v5.70.020.1372 (2.37 MB) bisa didownload di:
http://rapidshare.de/files/19192789/DeepFreeze.Std.v5.70.220.1372.rar
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=1HGERKTI
CARA MENGINSTAL DEEPFREEZE
Deep Freeze sangat cocok untuk komputer yang biasanya fungsinya cuma untuk menjalankan software yang sifatnya rutin dan jarang terjadi perubahan, seperti:
1. Komputer yang ditaruh di tempat umum dan bisa diakses oleh beberapa orang seperti komputer di sekolah, perpustakaan, bank, dan kantor pemerintah atau layanan publik
2. Komputer yang digunakan untuk rental seperti warnet dan game center
3. Komputer kerja di kantor atau di rumah yang sering akses ke internet dan install program buat testing saja setelah itu di uninstall
4. Komputer yang sering kena virus, yang pemakainya tidak mau ambil pusing tiap kali install atau format Windows
5. Server komputer yang biasanya dipakai untuk akses online atau internet
Biasanya, yang anda pakai untuk Deep Freeze hanya partisi sistem anda saja atau partisi “master” karena partisi ini yang paling banyak diserang oleh virus atau mengalami masalah dengan OS ketika startup. Hanya saja program ini punya kelemahan setelah menginstall berarti anda tidak bisa menambahkan apapun ke dalam partisi hardisk yang telah dibekukan. Artinya ketika restart apapun yang anda buat pada partisi windows (system biasanya C:\) setelah ‘frozen’ akan hilang lenyap.Oleh karena itu disarankan sebaiknya sebelum menggunakan software ini partisi dulu hardisk anda. Untuk partisi data sebaiknya tidak perlu dipasang Deep Freeze karena anda tidak ingin ketika komputer anda restart data anda hilang atau kembali ke posisi semula sebelum terjadi perubahan. Kalau komputer anda singel partition (hanya ada “C” saja tidak ada “D”, dimana “D” bukan CD/DVD-ROM atau RW), sebaiknya anda jangan memakai software ini kecuali anda mau mengubahnya menjadi 2 partisi dengan menggunakan software seperti Partition Magic.
Cara Uninstall
Jika anda ingat password anda Uninstall progam ini dapat dilakukan dengan cara sebagai berikut: Pertama masuklah dlm mode thawed. tekan ctrl alt shift F6 bersamaan tekan atau shift + double click pada icon deepfreeze di pojok bawah taskbar. Masukkan password, lalu pilih thawed, dan restart. Selanjutnya un-install harus dilakukan dg deepfreeze installer yg dipake meng-install (Maksudnya, installer berfungsi jg sbg un-installer). Selesai….
Proses uninstalasi menjadi lebih rumit jika anda lupa password anda. Berikut ini cara yang bisa dilakukan (tapi saya nggak tanggung akibatnya jika ada kerusakan pada sistem anda) :
1. Siapkan CDROM dan CD Installer Windos XP nya
2. Atur First Boot priority nya menjadi CD-ROM
3. Restart Komputer anda dan pilih boot from CD-ROM
4. Ikuti langkah2 seperti pada saat install Windows
5. Sampai pada bagian Enter to Setup … Enterlah lalu tekan F8 untuk persetujuan dan tunggu beberapa saat
6. Lalu tekan R untuk repair (Repair Setup). Tapi sebelumnya pastikan dulu setelah tekan F8 ada pilihan “repair …” nya apa ga. Kalo ga ada, saya sarankan jangan dilanjutin dulu.
7. Selanjutnya ikuti langkah2 install windows berikutnya sampe selesai.
8. Sekarang siapkan DeepFreeze v.6 nya dan double klik.
9. Maka akan muncul jendela unInstall DeepFreeze dan lakukan proses uninstall sampai selese
10. Sekarang masalah sudah kelar…
Deep-Unfreezer juga boleh dicoba tuh kalo lupa passwordnya, tp hanya untuk deep freeze dibawah V.6. Buat download Deep-Unfreezer, coba cari di www.4shared.com, di situ ada search engine-nya, isikan aja deep unfreeze, kayaknya banyak tuh free downloadnya….
Ada juga software yang bernama XDeepFreeze dapat mengatasi hal yang sama, tapi software ini kadang-kadang dapat merusak sistem OS anda.
Download Deep Freeze version 6 Fullversion (passwod: ali)
http://www.ziddu.com/download/2007823/Faronics.rar.html
Deep Freeze Standard v5.70.020.1372 (2.37 MB) bisa didownload di:
http://rapidshare.de/files/19192789/DeepFreeze.Std.v5.70.220.1372.rar
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=1HGERKTI
New Music: Stephen "Di Genius" McGregor and various artists "Bad People Riddim"
Oh yeah and Mavado, Aidonia, chino, Cham, Beenie Man Busy Signal and more are on it click HERE to listen!
As you can see a set of man....I would have liked to hear Denyque on this track...some food for thought guys!
Mr. Vegas banned from performing in Grenada
The popular entertainer was scheduled to perform in Grenada for the first time in just under two years at the popular Karma night club in St. Georges Grenada, on Sat Feb 27th 2010.
According to the promoter of the event Steve Duncan, this one came as a shock. No specific reasons were given by the Ministry of Labour for the refusal of the work permits.
Inside sources has hinted that the refusal may have been as a result of one particular song from the Artists which contains derogatory remarks about women that behave in a negative manner.
Mr. Vegas has recorded over four popular dancehall/reggae Albums to date.
Duncan also stated that over $30,000.00 was already invested in bookings and promotions for the event, and that no indication of a problem was hinted when the application for the work permit was made some four weeks ago.
When asked about how this development was going to impact on his business in these difficult times, his response was simply “devastating”. “If this Government is placing a ban on a particular number of Caribbean Artists, then that should be public knowledge and should be brought to the attention of the promoters when the application for the work permit is made, says Duncan, one of Grenada’s most popular event promoters and owner of the Islands largest nightclub, Karma. “I sought to get an explanation from the Minister of Labour, Honorable Carl Hood, and to explain my plight, only to have the phone hung up on me. This is not the first time that this has happened”.
Just recently a similar complaint was given by manager of a local night club in the south of the island.
MINISTER OF LABOUR'S TAKE ON ISSUE
Minister for Labour, Hon Karl Hood says the Government of Grenada has not banned any regional artiste from performing in Grenada.
Minister Hood said his ministry has no difficulties with regional performers displaying their expertise and talents in Grenada. However, he says, his ministry has attempted to ensure that proper procedures are followed by promoters wanting work permits for artistes booked to hold concerts in Grenada.
“The issue has nothing to do with Mr. Vegas as an artiste. Our Ministry met with the promoters and agreed to the procedures for performers to receive work permits. These procedures are designed to give the Ministry the requisite time to vet the requests and allow the promoter time to advertise his event,” Minister Hood said.
He noted that some promoters have not adhered to the rules and have continued with last minute requests for work permits, even though they signed contracts with the artistes and have been advertising their events for months.
He said the procedures call for promoters to contact the Ministry of Labour for work permits once they agree to a contract with an artiste to perform in Grenada.
Read the rest HERE.LISTEN TO VEGAS'S INTERVIEW WITH MIKEY HUTCHINSON ABOUT THE MATTER (below)
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Jam 2 Productions injects Reggae with "Love Potion" Riddim & Pressure Buss Pipe
This one is fresh from the pipes, creatively composed by two masterminds in production. Jam 2 & Camar are more known for their previous chart topping hit with "Nah Go A Jail" by Busy Signal. Now, they are back and from all indications from this single, "All Is Well" indeed. Pressure fuses his seductive vocals with Jam 2 Productions' "Love Potion" to create a love ballad that speaks to a relationship between a man & a woman that is not perfect, but "All Is Well".
Jam 2 & Flava have been busy the past couple of months in Florida at the famed Hit Factory studio where they were in studio with the likes of T-Pain, Lil Wayne working on his Carter 4 album and had previously released a single "Trust Me" by Brooke Hogan. Now they are back to their 'home base' at the legendary King Jammy's studio, in Waterhouse, Jamaica where they are working on stellar productions which are expected to hit the market this first quarter of 2010.
Jam 2 Productions are increasing the pressure and are about to buss the music production barriers with productions that are fused with all genres and cultures in one. With the release of this single, "All Is Well" coming from the camp it is expected that this production will rise to the top of the charts.
On The Scene: Macka Diamond's Book Launch
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On The Scene: Lala, Denyque, Beyonce, Joey Stevens, Michelle H, Sessilee, Melanie F
See who else was there enjoying the sights and sounds. Click HERE
Nicki Minaj to host BET's Rip The Runway
Joining co-host Pooch Hall, known widely for his stint as "Derwin Davis" on 'The Game," Minaj will highlight "fierce fashion" and "hot performances" according to organizers. An annual fashion event, 'Rip The Runway' highlights the best in fashion from designers Tracey Reese, Tennille White, Miva, Gavin Douglass, and Protege. Given the theme "Music Moving Fashion Forward," this year's 'Rip The Runway' will feature performances from Janelle Monae, Estelle, Ludacris, Roscoe Dash, Soulja Boy and Grand Hustle's B.o.B.
Of course, yes she's going to perform. I mean come on. She's growing on me....hope she rocks the mike....
'Rip The Runway' will air on BET this Spring.
Jamaican Skier Errol Kerr places ninth in 2010 Vancouver Olympics
Read his reaction to the news on The Gleaner site by clicking HERE!
Former Miss Dominica Leandra Lander eyes Miss UWI (Mona) Crown!
Though the number is not yet available, she wants the public to know of the event and be ready to vote for her as soon as it is. Currently, Leandra who represents Mary Seacole Hall is eighth out of ten contestants.
No stranger to pageants, Leandra has won Miss Dominica 2007, Miss Caribbean Culture (St. Kitts and Nevis), Miss Carival (St. Vincent) and Miss Jaycees Queen (Antigua) pageants all in the same year. She is not over-confident though as she states that "It is still a learning process and she is approaching it seriouly and without complacence."
Coronation night is March 7th 2010. Miss UWI Mona is open to full and part-time students of the campus. Leandra is seeking a Bachelor of Education in Geography.
Remember: “Contestant number 8: going to make it fabulous and great.”
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Events: Judah Tribe to perform at NY premier of Rise Up
Click HERE for ticket and more info!
Quad was on and popping on Saturday!
Big up to the DJs who kept the hits coming on both floors: Coppershot, DJ Shine, DJ Charm, DJ Charisma. Big ups also to house DJ-DJ Kevin.
I will definitely be back. Gotta say thanks Barbi!
Dominica's 'lady of song' Ophelia Marie wins copyright infringement lawsuit
Ya and I got this pic off her FB page...that's her performing at her 30th Anniversary celebration at Krazy Koconuts.
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These charges arose due to specific acts of infringement committed in the making and posting of videos to the defendants’ website as well as video hosting sites YOUTUBE and METACAFE:
Read the full article HERE.
Is it your time to be the new face of Benetton???
According to the OFFICIAL CONTEST SITE:
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IT’S MY TIME is a Global Casting Competition
It's not about catwalk cliches and model attitude.
We’re looking for natural beauty and fresh faces.
Build your profile and vote for the finalists.
The 100 highest voted entries get featured in our new book on global style and win 200 euro to spend in Benetton.
From these, 20 will be selected and flown to New York to be in the Benetton 2010 Fall/Winter campaign.
We don't care where you're from, only where you can go.
Now IT'S MY TIME
Jean Paul Jean-Paul Jean-Paul....you seemed sooo bashful that day you passed by my flat on Rex....I guess us girls put you under the spotlight...But we had good reason huh???? Look at these pics ladies, can you blame us?????
Click HERE to vote for him:-)
Make a Film In 24 Hours - Competiton begins Monday, Feb 22
The competition will be moderated by film and TV director Rick Elgood, ('Me an Mi Krew'). Entries will be shown during the REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL 2010 and prizes will be awarded.
All production in the 24 Hours Film Competition must take place in 24 hours only. To ensure that no pre-filming takes place before the competition begins, entrants will be informed one hour before the competition starts of a Theme and/or Element that must be incorporated in their film.
Films must be 5 minutes long, submitted in mini-DV, DVD or DATA-mpeg and contain no explicit sexual, violent or illegal images. Ten films will be selected for final awards using a judging criteria of 25% for Story, 40% for Directing, Editing and Cinematography, 20% for Production Values and 15% for Acting/Presenter.
Films will be shown at the Reggae Film Festival on each night's programme and become part of the travelling showcase 'The Best of the Reggae Film Festival' to be presented in Montego Bay, Miami and California. Winning film makers will receive 50% of net proceeds of any sales for internet streaming, pay-per-view broadcast or as part of a DVD collection put on sale by the Jamaica Film Academy.
"Listen to the Call" Haiti relief song to premier at 4:53PM on Feb. 23rd...find out why
It took a catastrophe to remind us of our Haitian neighbors and the voices of the Haitian people must now be heard.
The Jamaican Music Fraternity has heard their call, and has come together through the combined efforts of Producer Handel Tucker (Jamaican Groove Society), songwriter Raymond Azan (For Jamaica Inc.) and brand specialist Andrea Davis (International Reggae Day) to sing a song which asks each one of us, world citizens, to listen! By dedicating the profits from the sale of this song to Haiti’s recovery and rehabilitation, the goal is to provide a way for all of us to help, not just today, but for years to come.
Listen! is a call to action. Listen... and hear the voices of the hurt, the starving, the lost, the old; those in need of medicine, food, education and hope. Listen 2 the Call! And act.
Listen 2 the Call - 4:53” is a special mix of the song, which runs for four minutes and fifty three seconds.
This version will premiere globally on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 4:53pm to commemorate the killer 7.0 quake that devastated the Haitian capital, and offer encouragement and support to the people of Haiti.
The vision for the February 23rd launch of this song is for the Global Village to broadcast, in resounding stereo, one sentiment: "YES, WE HEAR YOU! Yes! We will help! You are not alone!":A message of love, hope and solidarity to the people of Haiti and all over the world who need help.
“The creation of the song was based on my own challenges and dilemma. When you are confronted with a decision to help others, it is so easy to walk away. But its not for someone else to deal with the issue – I need to deal with the issue,” says Raymond Azan, songwriter/composer of “Listen 2 the Call”, a song he wrote in March 2009. “The majority of people in this world have an honest sense of good and just need to see a pathway to get onboard.” The idea is that in this digital age, this song project can provide a vehicle to raise money to assist the victims of the quake, not just now, but during the coming years as they rebuild their nation.
“When you sing a song to strengthen someone, it’s not just for today, it is for generations to come. [This] music will live with them for the rest of their lives,” says Luciano, one of the first voices on the song. This sentiment is echoed by dub poet Mutabaruka who agrees that there is also a great sense of fulfillment derived from participating “in the musical journey to see what the music can do… not only to give a kind of strength but also ‘upliftment’ to those who listen.”
“Listen 2 the Call” is a special musical gift from Jamaica to Haiti with Love, and is being made possible through the kind contribution of more than 30 of Jamaica’s top artistes and musicians collaborating on one song.
For a brief overview of the creative direction of the project, please visit our YouTube channel at: http://www.youtube.com/listen2thecall
To participate in the Global Simulcast Premiere on Tuesday, February 23rd, please visit www.listen2thecall.com to register to download the song.
Click on the clocks to synchronize with Haiti for Broadcast - Downloads of the Song and Video will be available from 12:00 noon, Haiti Time on Tuesday, February 23, 2010.
20 Questions: Denyque Interview (Reggae Month Feature)
1. Do you remember your first introduction to Reggae music?
I was a toddler bobbing my head to Bob Marley tunes. Haha. My mom would listen to them most times & I grew to love them.
2. When people think of Reggae they generally think Bob Marley, peace, positive vibrations, conscious lyrics. How do YOU define Reggae and what does it mean to you?
For me, Reggae is definitely a means of emotional expression. Recent reggae/culture songs have a lot of depth & emotion and I think that's what I love so much about it. Eg. I-Octane's song Lose A Friend.. Amazing song.
3. I personally think that Reggae is a lot about saying what you mean and meaning what you say. Do you feel any pressure from the commercialization of music to say things just to sell records?
I think a lot of records do just that but reggae is just more straight forward. I feel no pressure whatsoever right now because music is a medium of expression.
4. Are there any trends in the industry that you welcome and/or that you would like to see go away?
I definitely welcome the trends that make sense.
5. What would you say is your greatest contribution to Reggae music thus far?
I would say the connection people have with my music. I love how I have grown & continue to grow in the industry. Always giving thanks!
6. Reggae has been blended with so many genres from opera to Rock and Roll, to Hip-Hop and even Bangra. Is this a plus for the industry or a loss of some sort?
It's always a plus in my eyes because we as a people, especially musically, love when we can vibe certain things & break new ground.
7. Is Reggae month really necessary? What meaning does it hold for you?
It does have it's place. For me Reggae Month means going back to your roots & it's my birth month soo I'm not complaining :)
Click HERE to read Denyque's bio, listen to her music and see what she responds to our 20 Questions!
Alicia Keys concert ticket giveaway
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Subscribers to Alicia's mailing list will be among the first to be notified when new ticketing opportunities arise, so make sure you're signed up.
The first giveaway is for the March 3rd Chicago, IL show at the Allstate Arena. To enter, simply comment on this news post. Winners will be selected at random at least 72 hours prior to the show.
Click HERE for all the legal mumbo jumbo....
Tanya Mullings up for three RMAA's
The show will be held in Toronto on June 12th at the Jamaican Canadian Association, 995 Arrow Road.
She is nominated in the categories for Artist Of The Year, Best Female Vocalist, and Best Reggae Single “Breaking Up” a single she recorded in tribute to the late great Alton Ellis.
You can vote for Tanya HERE!
For show info visit www.reggaemusicachievementawards.com
myspace.com/tanyamullings
Check out her tribute to Alton Ellis called "Breaking Up"