Just 2 Days Left till The 3rd Annual South Florida Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards!!!

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

////Coming Sunday, March 20th 2K11////

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FOR ALL DETAILS

 www.sofloawards.com & 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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3rd Annual SO FLO AWARDS SHOW

Sun, March 20th

★Voicemail

★Zj Liquid

★Kiprich

★Macka Diamond

★Alozade

★Sophia Squire

★ Ding Dong & Ravers Clavers

★Alley Kat

★Popoye Caution

★Whitey Orders

★Zeke Don

★Dilly Chris

★Nage Sherlock

★Dougie Platinum

★★Many more SURPRISE's★★

Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater

1770 Monroe Street

Hollywood, FL

★ The 3rd Annual South Florida 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.

★ Post Reception Ball - Immediately after show - At The Hollywood Art and Culture - 1650 Harrison Street - DRESS CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED!

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Log on now to http://www.sofloawards.com/ & VOTE for your favorite nominees.

I-OCTANE & MORE! 

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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.

Sincerely,

Kashshanna

Founder & CEO of Kush Kash Entertainment

CONCACAF Under 17 Matches comes to Trelawny & Montego Bay, Jamaica.

The February 14-27 2011 event will be divided between the Trewlany Multi-Purpose Stadium and the Catherine Hall Stadium in Montego Bay - the complete resort.  The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals February 22-23 with winners of groups A and B facing the runners-up from the opposite group. Likewise, the winners of groups C and D will play the runners-up from the opposite group with all four winners moving on to the semifinals February 25 and qualifying for the U-17 World Cup. The groups are as follows:

Group A
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Haiti

Trelawny Multi-purpose Stadium Stadium

Group B
United States
Panama
Cuba

Group C
Jamaica
Guatemala
Trinidad & Tobago

Group D
Honduras
Canada
Barbados

Come out with your flags waving for your favourite team...it promises to be an exciting series of matches for football fans of any age! Save the date!

Date of Event

2011-02-14 - 2011-02-27

For more Info.

Jamaica Football Federation
20 St. Lucia Crescent
Kingston

Tel: (876) 754-8693
Fax: 929-0483
E-mail: jffroseb@hotmail.com

www.concacaf.com

The 7th Annual Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) Awards

The seventh annual staging of the Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) Awards is set to take place on March 12 2011. Founder and chairman Richard 'Richie B' Burgess, notes that due to the event's growth as well as the support it has received from the local music and entertainment industry, it will be moving to the East Lawns of the historical Devon House in Kingston. Burgess, has declared that he and his team will deliver a "mind blowing experience" this year. Indeed, the EMEs have grown into a big deal, with over 90% of its awardees generally in attendance and a number of top local stars jockeying for performance slots. The red carpet entry is the most spectacular of its kind in the region, adding credence to the fact that the EMEs are often referred to as the 'Jamaican Grammys.' Last year, the event rose to new heights with coverage by North America's BET Networks. Their coverage posted at their website received thousands of hits. Multiple Grammy award-winning artiste India.Arie was in attendance both as a performer and as The International Friend of Reggae Honoree. 

This year's staging will be a night filled with glitz and glamour in addition to a lot of international attention. The 2011 International Friend of Reggae Honoree will be popular American rapper, songwriter, model and businesswoman, Trina. On her latest album, Amazin', she collaborated with Jamaica's very own Lady Saw and Trinidadian-American sensation, Nicki Minaj, on a song titled, Dang A Lang. The Icons Honorees for this year have not yet been named but veterans honoured in this category before include the likes of the late Sonia Pottinger, King Jammys, Freddie McGregor, Toots Hibbert and Denroy Morgan. Several new categories will be added to the proceedings this year, including Artiste of the Decade (2001 to 2010) for both males and females. Some local and overseas celebrities will be on duty to present premier awards and many others will be showing their support. The EMEs have previously received endorsements from bigwigs such as Akon, John Legend, Missy Elliot, Jasmin Sullivan and Estelle.

Read more: http://emeawards.com/ 

SEVERAL CATEGORIES / NOMINEES & HONOUREES

EME AWARDS 2011

1) DJ OF THE YEAR (MALE)

(For overall impact as a solo vocal performer in the eligibility year)

Beenie man

Aidonia

Bounty killer

Vybz kartel

Busy signal

Assassin

2) DJ OF THE YEAR (FEMALE)

(For overall impact as a solo vocal performer in the eligibility year)

 Tifa

Stacious

Lady Saw

Cecile

D’ángel

Timberlee

Spice

3) VOCALIST OF THE YEAR (MALE)

(For overall impact as a solo vocal performer in the eligibility)

Hezron

Stevie Face

Jah Cure

Christopher Martin

Romain Virgo

Tarrus Riley

Richie Stephens

4) VOCALIST OF THE YEAR (FEMALE)

(For overall impact as a solo vocal performer in the eligibility year)

Tami Chynn

Queen Ifrica

Etana

Alaine

Cherine Anderson

Phyllisia

5) PRODUCER/LABEL OF THE YEAR (DANCE HALL)

(for overall impact as a record producer in this category in the eligibility year)

 Sankofa Records - Sankofa Crew

Equinoxx Productions - Gavin Blair

Chimney Records - Jordan Mc Lure

Big Ship - Stephen Mcgregor

Seanizzle Records - Sean Reid

Notnice Productions - Ainsley Morris

Cash Flow Records-Dj Neil, Dj X & Fada P

CR203 Records - ZJ Chrome

Head Concussion Records - Tariq Johnson  

6) PRODUCER OF THE YEAR (REGGAE)

(For overall impact as a record producer in this category in the eligibility year)

Kemar ’Dj Flava’ Mc Gregor–No Doubt Records

Donovan Bennett - Don Corleon Label

Sly & Robbie - Taxi Label

Donovan Germain - Penthouse Records

Jeremy Harding - 2hard Music

Dj Neil, Dj X & Fada P - Cash Flow

Dj Frass -  Frass Productions

7) BEST NEW ARTIST (MALE)

(Award to an artist whose overall impact during the eligibility year establishes his public identity as a recording artist)

Vybrant

Richie Loop

Popcaan

Versatile

Protoje

Dj Liquid

T’nez

8) BEST NEW ARTIST (FEMALE)

(Award to an artist whose overall impact during the eligibility year establishes her public identity)

Toya

Gaza Slim

Misteree

Ikaya

Sheba

Denyque

Dj Sunshine

Keida

Read more: http://emeawards.com/ 

BUJU BANTON WINS GRAMMY FOR BEST REGGAE ALBUM!!!

Congratulations to Buju Banton for winning the Grammy for Best Reggae Album! This was Buju's fifth Grammy nomination. In deed, the Reggae world is rejoicing from his great achievements... Since getting released on bail, he amazingly sold out the Before the Dawn Concert in Miami, Florida on Sunday January 16, 2011 that gathered fans and artists from all over the world.  Despite Buju’s current legal situation, he upholds a positive light which continues to impact Reggae music and the world! We salute Buju Banton and other Reggae icons that were recognized at this year 53rd Grammy Award Show...

Kashshanna Murphy

CEO/Founder of Kush Kash Ent.

 

Reggae crossover sensation "New Kingston" Official press release

New Kingston is a young vocalist/instrumentalist 

group, that consists of three brothers. Tahir a.k.a. SLIM, the youngest member on Keyboards/Vocals. Courtney on Drums/Vocals and Stephen a.k.a SUKI, the oldest on Guitar/Vocals. This group fuses their Reggae sound with modern Pop, Jazz and R&B music, to create their sound, which they term, "Reggae Crossover". New Kingston has been in the industry for some time now and some might call them, "young veterans"! The group is led by it's founder/manager and father Courtney LJPanton. New Kingston started off working with many artists such as,Collie Buddz, Mr.Vegas,Morgan Heritage, Sister Carol, Shabba Ranks, and many more. But, while working with all of these artists, manager Courtney LJ Panton had another vision. He had anulterior motivefor New Kingston, which was for them to rise to the top as a solo act and stand alone, capturing the love of the people. This helped to create their sound, dubbed, "Reggae Crossover". A blend of sounds, to everyones liking, while still sticking to their heritage. Reggae! Now this group is sharing the stage with many artists around the world fromEurope,to the Americas and beyond. New Kingston is currently set to release their second album, "InThe Streets". The album features two of their singles that are gaining radio recognition globally. "In The Streets", the title track of the album and "Pon Di Wall", which is on the Ting-ah-Ling riddim revamped and remade by New Kingston!
For more info: http://newkingstonmusic.com/

Nefatari Rocks the Clarendon Music Awards

U.S. born, Jamaican based singer Nefatari on Saturday night left her imprint at the inaugural staging of the Clarendon Music Awards held at the Quarry, May Pen, Clarendon.

Though relatively new to the local scene this accomplished young singer donning a stunning green Lubica ensemble delivered a commendable performance with songs such as; ‘Be Your Baby’ and ‘All The Boys’ to the approval of the hundreds in attendance.

Following the performance a gleaming Nefatari revealed that she was very happy to be a part of something so monumental.

“This is the first staging of this event, I feel so blessed and honoured to be given the opportunity to showcase my talent and perform alongside so many icons of Jamaican music.”

Nefatari added that with hard work she one day hope to be an awardee and not just be a performer. The event hosted by Temperature Entertainment is geared towards recognizing and honouring Clarendon musicians and players in its entertainment industry. Others performers included: Peter Austin and the Clarendonians, Tommy Cowan and his wife Carlene Davis, Cashew man, Merciless, Bunny General, Carlene Davis and newcomers Stephen McGregor, Chino, Silver Cat, Keith Campbell and Assailant. Reggae icons: Derrick Morgan, Barrington Levy, Cocoa Tea and Everton Blender were all honoured for their outstanding musical contributions.

Nefatari shares a light moment with Jamaica’s Transport & Works Minister 
- Mike Henry

JAMAICA'S FINEST "THE NITE TRAXX MOBILE SOUND SYSTEM"

NITE TRAXX MOBILE SOUND SYSTEM

The brainchild of Dennis Campbell, was built and mobilized in 1994. Nite Traxx sound started as a competition sound system in the car stereo arena and went on to win over 60 trophies island-wide. We have won at all the Islands major competitions including National Arena, Ranny Williams Entertainment Center and Market Place. Nite Traxx can be credited with introduction and distribution of products from major brands such as JL Audio, Hifonics and Cascade Power Source to Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean.

After being in these car stereo competitions for many many years Mr. Campbell decided to move on to bigger things and make this into a more profitable business. In 1999 Nite Traxx Sound system was transformed into a masterpiece, when Mr. Campbell purchased a 1999 Ford F350 V10 Triton Truck, modified it with camper and all and acquired the services of Arthur Fearon (Junior) out of Miami, Florida to rebuild a massive sound system that  was the envy of everyone who came in contact  with it. (Mr. Fearon was the original technician who built the first system in 1994 in a 1989 Ford F350 truck.)

With the sound system also came the Nite Traxx Sky Lighting on December 31, 1999. This became a major phenomenon and many people thought it was the end of the world. At night  the 64 beams can be seen from more than 10 miles away.  This made Nite Traxx a cut above the rest because you were able to easily identify where the Nite traxx Party was located. In 2007,  Mr. Campbell decided to take a break and that was when  the system went out of operation.  In December 2010, after eight long months of carefully drafting and brainstorming, Mr. Campbell and Mr. Fearon rebuilt Nite Traxx and made it into something even more unimaginable than before.  At present,  Nite Traxx is the World’s Largest and the World’s most wanted mobile sound system,  at its peak playing on approximately 30,000 watts. We are available for any major events including Brand Promotion Campaign, Carnivals, Festivals, Parties, Dances, Family Fun Days etc.

Nite Traxx is Managed and Operated by Crowne Wholesale LTD and can be contacted at the following information:

Contact:

Jacqueline Campbell

Address:

41 Manchester Ave

Shops 5, 6, 7

May Pen, Clarendon

Jamaica, W.I.

Phone:

876-986-9188 - Office

876-407-3314 - Cell

876-464-7591 - Cell

Unite States

954-446-5428

954-235-5735

954-235-5744                                            

Email - nitetraxxsound@gmail.com

STAY CONNECTED WITH THEM!

IN HONOR OF ROBERT NESTA MARLEY, CELEBRATION OF LIFE & MUSIC!



Bob Marley was a hero figure, in the classic mythological sense. His departure from this planet came at a point when his vision of One World, One Love -- inspired by his belief in Rastafari -- was beginning to be heard and felt. The last Bob Marley and the Wailers tour in 1980 attracted the largest audiences at that time for any musical act in Europe.

Bob's story is that of an archetype, which is why it continues to have such a powerful and ever-growing resonance: it embodies political repression, metaphysical and artistic insights, gangland warfare and various periods of mystical wilderness. And his audience continues to widen: to westerners Bob's apocalyptic truths prove inspirational and life-changing; in the Third World his impact goes much further. Not just among Jamaicans, but also the Hopi Indians of New Mexico and the Maoris of New Zealand, in Indonesia and India, and especially in those parts of West Africa from which slaves were plucked and taken to the New World, Bob is seen as a redeemer figure returning to lead this.



In the clear Jamaican sunlight you can pick out the component parts of which the myth of Bob Marley is comprised: the sadness, the love, the understanding, the Godgiven talent. Those are facts. And although it is sometimes said that there are no facts in Jamaica, there is one more thing of which we can be certain: Bob Marley never wrote a bad song. He left behind the most remarkable body of recorded work. "The reservoir of music he has left behind is like an encyclopedia," says Judy Mowatt of the I-Threes. "When you need to refer to a certain situation or crisis, there will always be a Bob Marley song that will relate to it. Bob was a musical prophet."




The tiny Third World country of Jamaica has produced an artist who has transcended all categories, classes, and creeds through a combination of innate modesty and profound wisdom. Bob Marley, the Natural Mystic, may yet prove to be the most significant musical artist of the twentieth century.Bob Marley gave the world brilliant and evocative music; his work stretched across nearly two decades and yet still remains timeless and universal. Bob Marley & the Wailers worked their way into the very fabric of our lives."He's taken his place alongside James Brown and Sly Stone as a pervasive influence on R & B", says the American critic Timothy White, author of the acclaimed Bob Marley biography CATCH A FIRE: THE LIFE OF BOB MARLEY. "His music was pure rock, in the sense that it was a public expression of a private truth. "It is important to consider the roots of this legend: the first superstar from the Third World, Bob Marley was one of the most charismatic and challenging performers of our time and his music could have been created from only one source: the street culture of Jamaica.

Article courtesy of: http://www.bobmarley.com/life_and_legacy.php