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Remember to cast your votes for the

3rd Annual South Florida Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards!!!

//Coming Sunday, March 20th 2K10//

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2ND YEAR NOMINEE RECIPIENT AS "BEST PROMOTER'

VOTE Kush Kash Entertainment as "BEST PROMOTER & SUPPORTER" @www.sofloawards.com & Check out: www.kushkashent.com

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The 3rd annual Soflo Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater located at 1770 Monroe Street Hollywood, FL. The Red Carpet Special starts at 6pm followed by the main show at 7pm. The 3rd Annual South Florida Dancehall Awards acknowledge and honor the accomplishments and contributions of entertainers and entrepreneurs of the Reggae & Dancehall arena. Created in 2008, The South Florida Dancehall Awards was a brain child of non-profit organization, Single Mothers of America, which is ran by individuals of caribbean decent. SMOA wanted to find a way to get their messages across and include the Caribbean Community, it was then the award show was established.
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DISCLAIMER:

1. Nominees will be selected based on their works from January 1 - December 31, 2010.

2. Nominees shall be selected based on their overall performances/works in South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach counties) from January 1 - December 31, 2010 and will not be chosen per county.

ONLY 1 VOTE PER DAY PER EMAIL & IP ADDRESS. Although you may be able to vote numerous times per day, only 1 vote will be RECORDED per day per email & IP address.

VOTE NOW: www.sofloawards.com 

Sincerely,

Kashshanna
Founder & CEO of Kush Kash Entertainment

ARTIST TO WATCH | NEFATARI

NEFATARI COOPER began her entertainment career as a model and has always looked at the industry from every angle. Her gifts and talents have propelled her into dancing, modeling, acting and music. She is a singer/songwriter who easily takes center stage to woo her audience. The first thing you will notice about Nefatari is her poise and confidence, followed by a congenial sense of charm that disarms the crustiest spirit. Place her in any situation and she rises to the occasion. Whether it’s playing the lead role of a mentally ill single mother in independent filmmaker Leo Schott’s, “Munchausen Montage” or singing backup for teen idol Lindsay Lohan’s promotional tour for Lindsay’s debut CD “Speak” or Emma (Baby Spice) Bunton’s “Free Me” promotional appearances; Nefatari fits the role and hits her mark. 

               A graduate of Wesleyan University in Middletown Connecticut and a longtime resident of Baldwin, Long Island, Nefatari’s diverse background prepares her for every audience. Her Jamaican roots are not forgotten, while she performs Modern, Jazz, Tap, West African and Hip Hop dance. Her songs span from Pop to Hip Hop. Her personal stamp of heartfelt expression in lyrics and melody identifies any selection she creates or performs. Take a look beyond the editorials featuring Nefatari in Vogue, WWD, Glamour and other great fashion magazines and consider the musical talent welcomed at great musical venues such as Justin’s, Soul Café, and Sweet Caroline’s, as well as the actress that will transform your very impression of who she can become. 

GET TO KNOW HER

For more information contact: 

cwhitemusic@gmail.com or J Dot. PR at jdotpr@gmail.com

http://www.myspace.com/nefatari

CLARENDON MUSIC AWARDS

MUSIC LEGEND DERRICK MORGAN TO BE HONOURED

WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Clarendon rolls out the red carpet to recognize their own

At the First Annual Clarendon Music Awards

Clarendon, Jamaica – January 21, 2011 – The Clarendon Music Awards will recognize legendary reggae artist Derrick Morgan, the first artist to have spots 1-7 on national pop charts simultaneously as the first recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 5pm. at the Quarry, Bustamante High Way May Pen, Clarendon. This historic and highly anticipated event features award presentations, live performances, a VIP reception and dinner will be a star-studded event and the largest event of its kind to recognize and honour Clarendon musicians and its entertainment industry. Derrick Morgan a true ambassador for Clarendon as well as Glen Washington, Carlene Davis, Everton Blender, The Clarendonions Fitzroy "Ernest" Wilson and many other surprise guest artists will be on hand for the event. Clarendon has produced over years countless musical talents such as world famous Clarendonions, Millie Small, Barrington Levy, Toots Hibbert, Freddie McGregor, Coco Tea, Liz Mitchell, Denroy Morgan and I Octane to name a few. Along with Mr. Morgan, some of these Individuals will be presented this year with special awards for their outstanding career achievement and for their cultural and social contribution to the parish of Clarendon. 

The First Annual Clarendon Music Awards Chairman & Founder, David Anderson of Temperature’s Entertainment Limited whose successful Trademark show, “The High School Link-Up Showcase” that links past students from all high schools in Jamaica, said “ this event will feature the biggest names in the entertainment industry as well as emerging local talent from in and around Clarendon. The Clarendon Music Awards will provide an avenue for good clean fun and create an opportunity to bring friends and family together while allowing for stress relief. This event will also create short and long term employment for community members and create new revenue for small businesses in Clarendon. The Clarendon Music awards are about socio- economic and cultural development of our community. It is important therefore, that part of the proceeds from the event be donated to the Clarendon Street People Association-CLASP and the Pediatric Ward at the May Pen Hospital, in Clarendon. ”.

The event will be hosted by Radio and TV personalities Lady D and Sasha Bling, topping off the night will be a fantastic musical concert featuring performances from Professor Nuts, Merciless, Anthony Cruz, Assailant, Silver Kat, Kashu-Man, Singer Jah and many others local artists.  

FMI contact David Anderson 

PHONE: 1-876-366-0773 

EMAIL: temperature.entertainment@yahoo.com

Thugs Killed Deejay Copper Cat for his Black Berry

 R.I.P COPPER CAT

When the disturbing news about the slaying of young deejay Copper Cat started appearing on the screens of many artistes, producers and other industry insiders black berry phones it took them awhile to believe the news until they got to the home of Copper Cat's mentor Richie Stephens where the incident took place. According to reports Copper Cat was gunned down at the gate of his stepfathers' Richie Stephens by unknown assailants who fatally shot him in the head for his black berry phone last night (20/01/2011).     

Article courtesy of: http://www.outaroad.com

  

"Another innocent soul taken for vanity."  -Kashshanna Murphy

NEW HOT SINGLE!!!

Youth View Awards Show 2011 "Young, Hot & Hype!"

The vision of the Youth View Awards, the YVA's is a people choice awards that offers a creative vehicle for Jamaican teens and young adults’ voices to be heard! The categories included favourite celebrity in entertainment, fashion, sports, and the coveted award of celebrity role model of the year!

The YVA’s and After Party is an award show and after party experience like no other offered in Jamaica. It’s Jamaica first award show that fully embraces and incorporates the views of the target demographics . The YVA’ s experience is rivaled only by that of international award shows. From the screaming fans, the lines of limos, the flashing blubs from of the paparazzi on our celebrity red carpet, the give-aways, to the performance filled high energy award show and tops off the night the with jammed packed after party experience!!!!

The 4th Annual Youth View Awards & After Party will held at National Indoor Sports Centre on Saturday February 5, 2011. 

The YVA’s ideal form of expression for the Young Hot and Hype demographics!

Simply put the Youth View Awards is “the" awards show for Jamaica teens and young adults! The Ultimate Award Show & After Party Experience !

FOR DETAILS: http://www.facebook.com/TheYouthViewAwards

https://twitter.com/#!/YouthViewAwards

Buju Banton and Friends Concert at Bayfront Park Amphitheather, January 16

Buju Banton and Friends
Featuring Buju Banton, Stephen Marley, DJ Khaled, Gramps Morgan, and More
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Bayfront Park Amphitheater, Miami
By Esther Park
Better than: Any reggae concert you've ever attended.

Last night was a movie of epic blockbuster proportions. Imagine if Avatar came out with a sequel staring Will Smith and Angelina Jolie in 4D, mix that with some Pirates of the Caribbean action and you got yourself last night. So let's repeat: Last night was a movie!

For those of you who've been living under a rock, reggae icon Buju Banton is free on bail and took over Bayfront Park with a few of his closest friends. It was a long-awaited return for this controversial artist who has been a solid, iconic figure in the reggae community for over two decades. Now, after 11 months behind bars, Buju is back and his stage show could not have been better. It was clear that Buju missed performing. And if there's any place on earth that he wishes to permanently be, it was the stage.

But before Buju's triumphant return on stage, we cannot forget the slew of musician friends who came out to support. And besides the artists, let's not forget the fans. Supporters from New York, Toronto, Kingston, London, and even as far away as Australia came to see Buju in the flesh.

And those who weren't able to cough up a few hundred bucks for plane tickets were able to see the concert virtually for only $25 bucks! LIME Mobile, a new cellular phone company in the Caribbean and proud sponsor of the show, was streaming live to all mobile devices in Jamaica and beyond. Promoters are saying that hundreds of thousands of reggae fans were tuning in live from across the globe to see this concert online. An exact number is still being determined. But we're certain that many reggae artists who wished to be present at the concert but could not receive their Visas to travel were indeed tuning in from home.  

Back to the show ... The park was jammed packed by 6 p.m. as up-and-comer Richie Loop took the stage, singing his latest radio hit, "My Cup", followed by roots reggae crooner Everton Blender who brought in his classic soul with "Ghetto People Song" and "Lift Up Your Head." After the legendary Mr. Blender, there was former teen sensation and longtime Buju collaborator Nadine Sutherland, who dropped the kind of original island gyal swagger that Rihanna can only dream about.

Up next, another reggae icon, Freddie McGregor and his "Big Ship," took over. By now, the park was overflowing with reggae diehards and it was barely sundown. A huge roar ripped through the crowd as surprise guest Gyptian hit the stage and sang his crossover hit "Hold You." Then enter Wayne Wonder who got the ladies dancing to his hit "No Letting Go."

Soon after, Black Uhuru legend Mykal Rose brought that old-school roots rock before Morgan Heritage's own Gramps Morgan did his bit. And keeping with the laid-back, lover's rock vibe came Tarrus Riley, singing strictly for the ladies.

As you can tell by now, with the laundry list of reggae artists who hit the stage, this concert was like the Reggae Grammy's. And as if it couldn't get any better, Mr. Dutty Rock, Sean Paul, showed up, delivering a speedy, chart-topping set accompanied by none other than Spragga Benz. The follow-up: Shaggy, who surprisingly did a solid 30-minute set with a full band before introducing DJ Khaled and Busta Rhymes. Within minutes, the 10,000-plus audience was going crazy for the tag team's remix of "All I Do Is Win."

Phew! Are we tired yet or what? But finally at 10 p.m. sharp, the lights went dim and the crowd bursted into cheers and tears as Buju Banton walked on stage, donning a classic white dress shirt and black pants, his dreads pinned up neatly, his leather boots glistening. The entrance was serene as he sang an acapella version of "Close One Yesterday." His voice was better than ever, clearer, stronger, more refined.

After his introduction song, he thanked his fans and supporters, something that he has so eagerly wanted to do since his arrest. But this was a joyous occasion, a celebration, a cathartic musical explosion. And without wasting any time, he went straight into his classic song library with heavy tunes, such as "Not an Easy Road," "Untold Stories," and "Wanna Be Loved."

Midway into the set, Buju took to the mic and said: "This woman I met when I was 18 years old. She said to me, 'Be careful what you say in your music because it takes a life of its own.'" In walked reggae legend Marcia Griffith, and the pair sang their classic duet "Closer" as well as "Live On." After that unbelievable performance, Buju told the crowd that his mentor, Beres Hammond, was also supposed to put in a cameo but was unable to make the trek. But no worries, Buju quickly went into the sweet classic Hammond classic "Who Say" as the audience sang along, word for word.

By 11:35 p.m., strict park curfew was about to come down. And Buju needed to move the show along if he wanted to bring in more of his friends. Out walked longtime friend and advocate Stephen Marley, launching into his popular hit "The Traffic Jam." As expected, Stephen introduced baby brother Damian Marley to finish up the song. And another major moment as Buju and the Marley brothers played their collabo song "Jah Army" as the crowd threw their lighters and flags high in the air.

Reaching the peak, Buju brought back his protege Wayne Wonder for their biggest hit, "I Don't Know Why," followed by "Forever Young." Next, "Champion" and "Driver A" got the crowd more hyped than usual. And finally, Buju took us all to church! He welcomed Gramps Morgan again for a gut-wrenching version of "23 Psalms," a plea to the Lord for his mercy.

To end the night, Buju brought out his attorney David Markus as the crowd gave an overwhelming cheer. This was Buju's homecoming. And without faith, love, and the support of friends, family, and fans, this concert would never have happened. 

SFDRMA Official Press Release

                                                                                                                                                   

The 3^rd Annual South Florida Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards

Announces the 2011 Music & Entertainment Categories

Nominees to be selected by the public and a Voters Advisory Board

Vote online for your favorite nominees at www.Sofloawards.com

Hollywood, FL- One of the most anticipated moments of the South Florida Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards has begun today.  Nominees will be determined by the public and the newly added, Industry Categories, will incorporate the Voter's Advisory Board that's made up of creditable members of the Dancehall and Reggae Music Industry, as well as the Public. Nominees will be chosen based on their performances from January 1 - December 31, 2010.  From each category the five highest ranked nominees will be announced in February 2011 during the nomination press party (T/B/A).

This year the SoFlo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards invited numerous industry professional to sit on the Voters Advisory Board, and place their nomination for the Industry Categories. Their knowledge will help determine who was actually the best and appealed to the masses in 2010. Each individual on the Board has or is currently shaping the music industry in their own respected field, and their experience and insight will assist with determining what artists in the industry are on top of their game.

Current Board Members:

• Lanceo, Kulcha Shok (Music Disc Jockey)
• Johann Dawes, Managing Director (Hype TV- Jamaica)
• Jon FX, Super Music Producer
• Johnny Wonder, Executive Vice President of 21st-Hapilos Digital Distribution & Hapilos INTl 
• Don Corleonie, Super Music Producer 
• Colin Forbes, Class Act Productions
• Murray Elias, Reggae Industry A&R 

           ***More to be added soon.

 When asked about the event, So Flo Awards Founder, Ann Marsh said, “The Music Awards will recognize some of Dancehall & Reggae’s most talented artist, performers and entrepreneurs from the mainstream industry down to the local acts." Marsh, who created the award show in 2008, said her mission is to bring positivity to Dancehall & Reggae Music by recognizing such artists who are often overlooked. Last year, an estimate of 14,000 votes were casted and the awards show’s administrative board is expecting that number to triple.

Beginning today until February 4, 2011, fans will be able to vote in 46 categories including:

            -Best Collaboration

-Best Culture Artist

-Best R&B Reggae Song

-Album of the Year

-Best Producer of the Year

-Best International Artist of the Year

For a complete list of categories and to nominate, visit: http://www.sofloawards.com/

The 3rd annual Soflo Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater located at 1770 Monroe Street Hollywood, FL. The Red Carpet Special starts at 6pm followed by the main show at 7pm.

Members of the press MUST request Press/Media credentials no later than March 4, 2011. Pick-up details will be emailed upon approval.       

Please Apply Here for your Press Credentials 

or

Visit:http://www.sofloawards.com

About the SoFlo Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards

Now in its 3rd year, the South Florida (Soflo) Dancehall and Reggae Music Awards acknowledges and honors the accomplishments and contributions of entertainers and entrepreneurs of the Reggae and Dancehall industry. Created in 2008, the Soflo Music Awards was a brain child of a non-profit organization, Single Mothers of America, which is administered by individuals of Caribbean decent.  SMOA wanted to find a way to get their messages across and include the Caribbean community, it was then the award show was established. Visit http://www.sofloawards.com

About Single Mothers of America

Single Mothers of America is a crisis 501©3 non profit organization implemented to financially aid households lead by single mothers. The organizations are aware and hear the cry, not the complaints of fathers absent in millions of American households. Awareness of the shortage of limited allocated funds from local government agencies allows an avenue for an organization that cares to provide an optional avenue of financial assistance to single mothers. Due to the enormous and continuous growth of families without fathers an optional crisis outlet was created to help aid this particular group of women. Financial assistance will be provided for some of life essentials such as:

-Housing (Rental & Mortgage)

-Childcare

-Utilities

-Clothing

-Transportation

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