Shaggy Set For Reggae in The Park-This Sunday

Shaggy and Neyo 'You Girl' Video Shoot

Diamond selling international recording artiste Shaggy is ready to electrify Philadelphia this Sunday, August 4 at The Mann Center. Just returning from Jamaica, where Shaggy shot the video for his second single titled 'You Girl' off his upcoming album Out of Many, One Music featuring Neyo, it is evident that the sky is the limit for Shaggy.

With a slew of hits like 'Oh Carolina', 'Boombastic', 'It Wasn't Me' 'Strength of A Woman', 'Hey Sexy Lady' and most recently 'Fight this Feeling' feat. Beres Hammond, on Sunday August 4th it is definitely going to be a dancing park. With so many hits under his belt the patrons are guaranteed to be on their feet and enjoying the great music and performance Shaggy is known for.

"During Shaggy's performance a few weeks ago at Grace Jamaican Jerk Fest in Roy Wilkins Park, I could not help but tell all my co-workers how great Shaggy's performance was. I have not danced so much in my old age and scream so loud, I had a blast. As these young folks would say 'Shaggy shell the park'. So we are all headed to see him again in Philly on Sunday" says Mabel Harris.

The charisma, energy and joy that Shaggy is known for bringing to his stage performances ignite any age group and any culture as long as you love music. The Mann Center on Sunday will be in a frenzy as Shaggy promises to give a memorable performance and leave his fans and new fans saying "Shaggy shell the park".

L3 Magazine’s August Issue ft. Alaine and more!

L3 Magazine’s August issue is finally here and features one of Reggae’s most loved singers, Alaine Loughton, one of the Sound Clash arena’s most respected (and feared) sounds, King Addies and one of Jamaica’s fastest rising stars, Ajrenaline. Speaking exclusively to Tricia ‘ZJ Sparks’ Spence, Alaine opens up to the L3 audience about maintaining her stunning physique, how prayer helps to influence her music and similarities between her and Alicia Keys. Alaine also shares a touching experience during an interview in Jambi, Kenya who was “calling about cows and goats in exchange for marriage!” When it comes to the Sound arena, one of the most respected sounds is King Addies. 

Now being managed by Irish and Chin, Natasha Von Castle sat down with King Pin to talk about the expectations that Sound Clash fans have of King Addies, and the Sounds upcoming performance at World Clash in their home town of New York. The two also talk about the Biltmore era and how that helps the Sound in Clash today and the fact that “you want to win and lock off the other sound; that’s your goal.” 

Ajrenaline is one of Jamaica’s fastest rising sensations, and he speaks to Tricia ‘ZJ Sparks’ Spence about music and where he is within the industry right now. How does his future look and what moves will he be making soon? All this and more are revealed! Artists in focus include Bryan Art and Sustane who will each be performing at the Montreal International Reggae Festival later this month, as well as Yung Image and one of Toronto’s promising vocalists, Kash who is ‘kalling all Soldiers home.’

Making their debut from New York is Ahkee and Sojournah who represent the Roots Reggae culture! Also making an appearance is DJ Naz Gurl Power who is our DJ feature of the month! Additional sections of interest are L3’s Top Digital Downloads and Rico Vibes Video Charts. Music review of Chezidek, Red Fox and Bushwood are included as s the latest music releases of albums, riddims and mixtapes. The model of the month / centerfold is shot through the lens of Jerome Dupont who make the color yellow, combined with a multi-color sequins pop for the camera. 

Jimmy Tambou offers delicious vegan recipes and Heike Dempster walks us through Free Art Fridays in Miami, and in California, we get familiar with Subliminal Projects and their feature of BDX-LAX ‘Far Away so Close.’ New York’s own Rick Long, choreographer to the stars makes an appearance as does a review for Groovin in the Park. All of this and more are available in the July issue of L3 Magazine which can be read exclusively at www.L3Magazine.com!

Leftside to Di Worl'

As a child, Craig ‘Leftside’ Parks accompanied his father, famous bass player, Lloyd Parks to his ‘We the People’ band rehearsals. There he witnessed firsthand musical productions from some of Jamaica’s greatest musical icons including Dennis Brown, Yellow Man, and Ninja Man. So, it came as no surprise that Leftside later became involved in music.

As a young drummer and member of his father’s band, he travelled to the United States, Brazil, and the Caribbean. Around the same time, he was a disc jockey stirring up mixes on the turntables at parties for local sound system, Syndicate.

Soon after, the deejay/drummer upped his resume when he decided to pursue musical production. Some of the popular record labels he has worked with are: Kings of Kings, Don Corleon, and King Jammy’s. He was instrumental in the production of a number of albums for popular reggae icon, Sizzla, and Elephant Man’s 2003 popular hit “Pon Di River”, which climbed its way to BET’s 106 & Park Countdown.

Given all that he had done before, it seemed inevitable that Leftside would start making music of his own. He started out by writing his own songs. Then he became a member of the popular duo Leftside and Esco, their first hit being “Tuck in yuh belly”. Prompted by his innate ingenuity, Leftside devised the alter ego, Dr. Evil, which released hits like “My Name is Dr. Evil”, “More Punany”, “No STD”, and “Shake It”. 

Presently, his record label, Keep Left Records is among his many accomplishments. Leftside prides himself on nurturing young talents and urges fans to look for his new protégé, Kev, who will be releasing his first single very soon. He has also worked with the likes of Sanjay, Shaggy, Konshens, and Sean Paul. Having toured extensively for the past year, Leftside is now delighting in his success. He has travelled to and performed in Germany, Belgium, Holland, Austria, Portugal, France, Belize, Suriname and French Guiana. 

Leftside attributes this new elevation in his career to his single, ‘Supermodel Chick’, which was number 10 on the MTV Black Charts in Germany. It is not his first time on the charts however, prior to this, the “Want Yuh Body” remix featuring Sean Paul, had made the number 4 spot on the MTV Black Charts, and number 5 on the Club Charts. Emphasizing the ease with which Europeans accept Jamaican music and the way they have embraced his work he said, “The commercial side of Europe is really important because when I put any song out it starts playing in the club in less than one week. 

Right now the song that just pick up over there is Clap Dat. The song features Konshens and happens to be one of the best songs in my show set.” Leftside’s new productions include the riddim entitled “Run Wid It” which features Tappa-T, Sanjay, I-Octane and Assassin just to name a few; his new song “Monkey Biznizz” which is getting massive radio play in Jamaica and worldwide; and his anticipated mixtape, “Rebirth”, of which he said, “This will have a lot of singing and it is strictly for the ladies.” At present, Leftside is doing what he does best, taking music ‘to di worl’ by kicking off his European tour today, August 2nd through the17th. After which, he will be heading to Australia and Japan.