Songwriters Pay Tribute To Bob Andy Tonight

Since the iconic Songbook was released in 1972, Bob Andy has written and recorded nine albums, and has continued to pen original songs for other artistes, including most recently, Luciano and Marcia Griffiths. While prior to 1972, Andy had already catapulted his way to stardom courtesy of his exceptional songwriting and singing abilities. It is therefore not surprising that over the years, in excess of 60 Jamaican and international artistes have covered Andy's work.

"I have never stopped writing," says Bob. "Vintage is a category I reject. Music is the soundtrack of life and that's where I live. I am always writing.”
The many Andy originals written over the last 50 years will be celebrated and explored by over 30 current and legendary artistes across the genres of jazz, acoustic and reggae orchestra in a first-time event - Bob Andy Unplugged: Tribute to the Songwriter tonight, October 28 at the Karl Hendrickson Auditorium, Jamaica College, Hope Road.

Even tracks which received a warm reception abroad – such as the UK hit singleHoney and the new classic Zion, will be heard by many in the audience for the very first time.

The performers will include, Myrna Hague, Kathy Brown, Cezar, Mutabaruka, Della Manley, Georgia Henry, Soul 4 Soul, Freddie McGregor, Ken Boothe, Big Youth, Duane Stephenson, John Holt, Luciano, Marcia Griffiths, Mystic Revelation of Rastafari, Nadine Sutherland, Pam Hall, Protoje, Sean Michael Harris, Sharon Tucker, Suzanne Couch, Tony Rebel and more. While the other musical arrangers will be: Ibo Cooper, Desi Jones, Peter Ashbourne and Sean Michael Harris.

The concert which is slated to begin at 9 p.m. will also be streamed live online at Andy’s official Facebook fanpage, www.facebook.com/BobAndyMusic.
In addition, following the concert, a Merritone party which is included in the concert admission price will be held on site.

Tickets for Bob Andy Unplugged can be purchased at: Suzie's Bakery (Southdale Plaza), Music Mart (Twin Gates Plaza), Copy Cat (Loshusan Plaza, Barbican), JC Old Boys Association Office (Jamaica College, Old Hope Road).

The tribute concert is the collaborative effort of the Friends of Bob Andy – artistes, companies and other individuals. The Bob Andy Song Foundation has been established to handle Bob’s current and future medical expenses as well as other charitable endeavours. All proceeds from the Bob Andy Unplugged concert benefit Bob Andy’s medical care and recovery and the Foundation’s work to nurture and inspire young songwriters.

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Spice’s Canadian Tour A Hit‏

Dancehall artiste, Spice, has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. After a year packed with new releases: Fun featuring international multi-platinum selling artiste, Missy Elliott, Hot Patty Wine, My Boyfriend, Dick and the upcoming,Take Him Outalongside international singer, Mya, she is still on the go.

The deejay left the island last week for a one month Canadian tour and thus far both her and her fans have been having nothing short of a ball. A few nights ago she performed at Club Sagittarius in Brantford and says, “It was great. Firstly, it was a packed house and some of the fans got involved. I called the men up for a ‘daggering’ segment, to prove who could do it the best and some of the females did a Slim vs. Fluffy competition and the winner was actually a fluffy fan. It was so much fun.”

Spice says while on tour, one of the chief songs she will be promoting is her latest single, My Boyfriend, Dick. “The song is about a ‘boyfriend’ called Dick and it’s just a fun play on words; something fans can listen to and laugh about. That’s the song that I will be pushing for now, prior to a number of upcoming international releases, like the one with Mya and a few other artistes,” she says.

Chino For Big Ship Concert on Sunday

This Sunday, singjay Chino will be making his way to Portland to perform at the Ship Docks In Portland fun day and concert, which is scheduled to take place at Somerset Falls in Hope Bay, in the parish.

The event which will feature activities including: horseback riding, rafting, mini boat rides, the trampoleaper, and bounce-a-bouts, begins at 9 a.m. After which, the fun day’s musical explosion will take place at 2 p.m. and will be provided by the Captain of the Ship himself, Freddie McGregor, Chino McGregor, Stephen Di Genius, Laden, Bramma, Fambo, Frisco Kid, Louis Culture, George Nooks and more.

Chino who is known for his hits, From Mawning, Pon Yuh Head, Protected, Seal Di Link, the recent Driving Me Insane featuring Denyque and others, says, “There will be a lot to look forward to, so there’s definitely going to be something for everyone to do. The artistes scheduled to perform are extremely strong performers so people will be in for a great night of performances.” Ship Docks In Portland offers an affordable admission price of $1000, while children under 12 will enter for free.

Badgyal Ce’cile Shoots International Medley Video

The streets of kingston were abuzz this past week, as ‘Dancehall Badgyal’ again plans to increase international attention with her latest project, once again she teams up with director Dexter Pottinger, the project was managed and produced by Lyndsey McDonnough.

The Lime ambassador is very excited to reveal the finished product, which will be edited by RD Studios, under the helm of Ruption D’Boss. The shoot which features four tracks, two of which are being heavily promoted and is a stable in social playlist, one new track form her recently released album Jamaicanization (for Europe) a very upbeat track called ‘Upon The DanceFloor’.

This track she hopes will be a favorite here too, “Their were many dancers on set with us, they and myself had fun when shooting this track if this a true indication of how Jamaica will respond, then I am eager to see it takes its place here.” The medley will also feature a new track, which was only released this week, one she is sure her fans will like as well.

“I am also very excited about the project, as it will also showcase my new stylings...... which will be crazy and I know my fans will love it, my stylist Alessandra Gold from Miami really pulled all the stops for this video, I am enjoying this new funky, unique and very fun Cecile she has envisioned and is bringing to life.”

The video was shot in Kingston, at Oniels Place on Hagley Park Road, a very seclusive and beautiful spot, “I didn’t know that such a beautiful location existed, but I saw the pics Dexter sent my assistant and we never looked back, the staff were wonderful on
set and everyone had a blast, for they will see me one of this nights. Also I need to thank all the entertainment family, fans and dancers who came out, I felt the love and appreciate deeply the support, so now I’m more eager than ever to let the world see this video.”

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DJ KARYZMA presents ‘PEDAL TO THE METAL’-The MixTape

Dj Karyzma is hoping to further extend the heat this summer, with is recently released mix tape, titled ‘PEDAL TO THE METAL’ a catch phrase in a popular track by hip hop new flame Wiz Khalifa, and appropriately so, as this mix tape is certified 'Hot', by all who has given it a listening ear thus far.

Dj Karyzma now a household name and a promoters choice Disc Jock, after much fan anticipation has lived up to the high expectations upon release of the volume of his mix. How so? Pedal to the Metal lives well within the expectation of quality mix, solid track selections, varied genres even though a predominant Hip Hop and R&B, as well as interesting sampler choices.

The support of the industry is also reflected in the ‘confirmation’ by celebrities highlighted on the mix, and this will no doubt help to catapult his career to higher heights.

Pedal to the Metal which is geared towards the crossed genre listenership, both locally and more so internationally, can relax and party to 1hour and 30mins of smooth and exciting hits after hits.

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Raine Seville Releases Hot New Tracks

Singer Raine Seville is making her presence felt with the release of three new music videos. The singer last week shot the video for her song Listen produced by ZJ Chrome on his Cardiac Bass Riddim.

The video was directed by newcomer Roli and shot in Cherry Hill and Downtown. Although the song was released last year, Raine believes the song is still popular with her fans all over the world. She said, “The song shows the more conscious side of Raine Seville.

The video itself is a simple yet very effective concept, which plays on the lyrics of the song. In the video a girl who sleeps around and ends up with AIDS and a boy who idles and takes up gun dealing ends up in jail. So the video is also conscious.”

Second video out soon is Showdown for Payday Music, which has been getting all the buzz in the streets. “Showdown has a buzz around it especially with the fact that I'm deejaying in it, so again it shows a different side of Raine. My lyrics are very powerful in the song so that will be brought across in the video,” she said. Roli will also direct the video this Friday. Last but not least is the Bedroom Medley video from Payday Music. She added, “Bedroom Medley I can’t say much about the entire concept but my scene will show my appeal, confidence, high fashion, attitude as stated in my song on the riddim See Dem A Look".

Raine hasn’t released a music video since her popular Slippery When Wet and is excited to be back on the scene and in the faces of fans. According to the singer music videos are a good way to market an artiste and she is looking forward to their release.

Outside of that, Raine has been busy in studio and also as the new face of Euphoria Spa. Raine alongside Stacious is the brand ambassadors for the spa, which is located on Red Hills Road.

Precision Productions Presents The Antilles Riddim‏

Precision Productions officially signals the start of the Carnival 2012 Soca season with their unprecedented, and highly anticipated Antilles Riddim. The riddim has been destroying the underground airwaves, and provoking all who have heard it to jumpstart their Carnival 2012 preparations.

Described as the ultimate musical mix of experience, youth, and versatility, the Precision team adventures where no other production house has gone before. For the first time ever in Soca riddim history an all string ensemble, Alternative Quartet debuts as a featured artiste. This musically innovative step is cemented through the inclusion of a sensuously strong women’s anthem by the people’s diva Nadia Batson.

In addition, Erphaan Alves, a young but hardworking singer/song writer in the Soca game, gives us a sample of how many intriguing things he has planned for our waistlines.

Precision’s deliciously innovative sound, also features the double crowned king of Soca, Machel Montano, sharing infectious vibes his faithful followers will never get enough of. Also flexing his seductively smooth style on the riddim, is Kerwin Du Bois, whose contribution invites listeners to enjoy this truly enticing bacchanal that is just the beginning of all that Precision Productions has in store for Soca in 2012.

Vibes Cyah Done - Machel Montano
Written by Full Blown Entertainment, Machel Montano & Kasey Phillips
Performed by Machel Montano

In Your Eyes - Erphaan Alves
Written By Erphaan Alves & Kasey Phillips
Performed by Erphaan Alves

Shiver - Nadia Batson
Written By Nadia Batson & Kasey Phillips
Performed by Nadia Batson

Bacchanalist - Kerwin Du Bois
Written By Kerwin Du Bois & Kasey Phillips
Performed by Kerwin Du Bois

One Family - Alternative Quartet
Written & Composed By Andre Donawa & Kasey Phillips
Performed by Alternative Quartet

Produced & Mixed By Precision Productions
Mastered By Sterling Sound, New York

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