Attorneys Goes On The Record For Adidja Palmer

On the 18th day of September 2013 in a news release by the Jamaica Constabulary Force Constabulary Communication Network entitled “contraband found in Kartel’s gaol cell” (copy enclosed) stated inter alia that following a search of the jail cell occupied by Adidja Palmer on Sunday the 15th of September 2013 and Monday the 16th day of September 2013 a number of items of contraband were seized from his cell.

These include:
1. A DVD player and an Apple Ipod;
2. Two (2) cellular phones; and
3. “A piece of paper containing instructions purportedly written by a popular entertainer”. These items the police release reported were seized in connection to a murder inquiry being conducted following the shooting death of Patrick Samuels otherwise called “Roach”.

Following upon our investigations and instructions we are in a position to state: - a. The DVD and Apple Ipod taken from the cell of Adidja Palmer were being held by him with the full permission and knowledge of the authorities and the Superintendent of the prison (enclosed for your information is document entitled “Horizon Adult Remand Centre Legal Approval by Superintendent”)

b. With respect to the (two) 2 telephones reportedly taken from our client’s cell, all our investigations reveal that these phones were taken from an adjoining cell. The occupier of that cell has already indicated to the authorities that the phones belong to him; and c. The piece of paper mentioned above is, in fact, instructions written by Palmer to a financial institution. This news release was obviously calculated to prejudice the pending bail application and trial of Mr. Palmer set in the Home Circuit Court for the 18th of November 2013. 

It contains the obvious implication that by possessing these items of “contraband” Mr. Palmer was in some way connected to the murder of Samuels. We wish to remind that in February 2013 during the process of a bail application for palmer, a Senior Superintendent of Police submitted a statement to the effect that “three (3) phones were found in his cell. 

This allegation was used in opposition to the bail application and it transpired to have been a fabrication and outright lie. We had written to the Director of Public Prosecutions on the 1st day of July 2013 asking that office to investigate this matter; however, to date we have had no response to this request. 

I have written to the Commissioner of Police, Commissioner of Corrections, INDECOM requesting an immediate investigation into this matter and to the Director of Public Prosecutions to determine whether or not the news release calculated as it was to prejudice his pending bail hearing and trial presently before the Home Circuit Court amounts to a contempt of court which ought to be prosecuted.

Lloyd Brown Joins Zion High Productions

Zion High Productions, a premiere US-based conscious roots reggae imprint, reaches across the ocean for a genuinely Rootical album release from the veteran Reggae vocalist, Lloyd Brown.

This, Brown's 17th album to hit the world stage, is a defining moment in his storied career over three decades.

Drawing directly from UK lovers reggae, the timelessly popular Virgin Islands roots and foundation Jamaican dub rockers vibes, Rootical can rightly claim legitimate roots in each of these genres.

Rootical will be released October 1st on iTunes, October 8th on CD and all digital vendors.

Joining the truly versatile venerable, multi award winning, talented, and repeat #1 charting singer Mr Brown, are an amazing list of international guest vocalists who bring even more credentials to the record: Pressure (from the Virgin Islands), Jahdan Blakkamoore (Guyana) and Trini born and bred, Queen Omega as well as UK-based chanter Yisrael Immanuel. 

Backed by the Zion I Kings production team (Laurent ‘Tippy’ Alfred, Andrew ‘Moon’ Bain and Jah David), each of the 13 tracks are rooted in ZHP’s signature recording, mixing and mastering values as heard on critically acclaimed projects earlier this year from Cornel Campbell and General Jah Mikey. While the root of the album is conscious reggae, Lloyd Brown finds fertile ground within a world of music to nurture an organic and dynamic listening experience. Rootical is distributed by A-Train Entertainment. 

A marvelous mix of rhythm and vocals, Rootical provides an inspirational getaway for the reggae faithful and world music fans. Opening with ‘Live in Love’, Lloyd Brown reminds us that complacency is not an option. With the senses thus awakened, Brown invites 2-time iTunes Reggae Album of the Year award winner, Jahdan Blakkamoore, to join him for beautifully composed duet. 

From the very first note, ‘Keep On Keeping On’ delivers an honest message of hope and resilience – the power to keep on is inside each and every one of us, '_love up yourself_’ -- to those struggling to find the energy and inspiration. Keeping it ‘Rootical’ on the title track, Brown, takes us back to old school reggae vibes with a groovy mix of dub and heavy drum and bass before Pressure makes a seamless connection between foundation roots reggae and the deejay trade. 

‘What You Sow’, the album’s first single, elaborates on the dub one drop while Brown cleverly emphasizes the dub delay with lyrics just a step behind the beat. Featuring subtle elements such as the melodica on ‘Not From Me’ and almost retro, 90s style synths on ‘Winds of Change’, Lloyd Brown shows a considerable respect for the music’s legacy, one made all the more powerful as Lloyd Brown channels the lyrical vibes of his personal inspiration, the late great Dennis Brown. Perhaps recognizing the trials and tribulations of the late ‘Crown Prince’, Rootical is keenly focused on perseverance and positivity. 

'Have I Got Through To You', starts off with a Nyabinghi-style drum pattern which sets a steady pace for Brown’s plaintive and bluesy vocals that ask listeners to bear witness to which Brown responds, “_can’t hear yah, can’t hear yah_”. ‘Na Na Na’ picks up the pace with a one-drop riddim and chunky guitar riffs while turning the tables on the blues (here he shows his listeners they don’t have to be blue over heartbreak, just sing and rock 'Na Na Na'). Elaborating even further on ‘I Dont Think You Heard Me’, Brown slows things down to show every action has a reaction. 

Speaking of action and reaction, the final two collabs on the album offer innovative approaches to the traditional call and response. First, Yisrael Immanuel co-signs on 'How Could I', a contemplative singer’s narrative punctuated by Immanuel, the deejay, who drives the tune forward for a change of speed. Next up, Queen Omega joins Brown for the duet 'Together', connecting the root with its organic completion. 

‘Just One Time’—a soothing one drop lover’s reggae approach to roots reggae reality lyrics—and ‘Can’t Lose Sight’—which closes one chapter and opens another on a Nyabinghi beat—offer a lover’s redemption in reggae format. Lloyd Brown’s new album Rootical captures three decades of musical achievement with a fresh presentation courtesy of Zion High Productions’ classic modern sound. 

Input from bright young voices and the world music vision of ZHP’s production partners, the Zion I Kings, takes Brown’s musical essence and from the root to the branches of dub, lovers rock and steppers roots reggae. Get to the root of the music--October 1st on iTunes, October 8th on CD and all digital vendors.