News: Reliving a nightmare - Jah Cure's victim tells her story

Well, if you want to read about the other side to the story... get comfortable as this is a long read.

[ Full Story ]

--Knockz

News: Eminem Sued Over Tour Bus Accident

"Eminem was hit with a lawsuit over a July 13 accident involving his tour bus & seven other vehicles in MO. The lawsuit was filed by Breck Wyngarden & his wife Tina Wyngarden, who were both injured in the crash which sent 11 people to the hospital. Police said the tour bus was driving almost 90 mph when the driver swerved, hit a truck & flipped."

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News: Suge Knight Shot In Miami

"Marion "Suge" Knight was reportedly shot inside of a Miami night Club during a Kanye West-sponsored party for MTV's Video Music Awards. The specifics are unclear as is the Death Row founder's medical condition, but Knight was reportedly attending the Shore Club in Miami. There were approximately 600 inside of the Shore Club people at the time of the shooting. Accounts of Knight's medical condition vary & police were not available for comment as of press time."

[ Full Story ]

News: What happened to Zebra?

Well for those that want to know as well I found this article on the net. "For the first time deejay Zebra, currently serving his second sentence for rape, speaks from the St. Catherine District Prison.".

[ Full Story ]

--Knockz

News: I-Wayne - Lava Ground

"Many Reggae artistes are content to just make us dance and groove to their carefree music.

That does not apply to I Wayne. He brings Reggae back to its essential roots riddims via tranquil vocals on Lava Ground.
The Jamaican uses the album's lead single, Can't Satisfy Her to pull listeners in. Then, once he has their attention, he opens up and discusses darker subjects affecting his island, such as crime and poverty."

[ Full Story ]

Video: Tami Chynn Interview

This is an interview i found over at Kariblinktv.com with one of dnacehalls newest starts in the business.

I must admit... she's HOT!

[ Tami Chynn Interview ]

--Knockz

News: Sizzla Interview

Here is an interview that was done with Sizzla. Now that he's part of the American market a lot of people are curious if he will change his regular ways and soften up his lyrics to make himself or marketable.

We will see.

[ Full Story ]

--Knockz

News: Serius Jones Defeats Jin In AllHipHop/ Fight Klub Event

"The competition was intense, the crowd was raucous, the judges were critical, and the winner was oh so serious- Serius Jones that is.

With a $10, 000 purse on the line, the New Jersey-native defeated Jin, the previous Fight Klub Champion last night in front of a packed house at a special AllHipHop.com-sponsored edition of the bi-weekly event in New York City.

“It wasn’t as hard as I expected it to be,” Jones told AllHipHop.com. The new Monday Night Fight Klub champ, who works under the tutelage of multi-platinum producer Needlez (50 Cent’s “Piggy Bank), was repeatedly accused by Jin of using pre-written verses. "

[ Full Story ]

If anyone has the video for this I would love to see it. I'm sure this was a wicked battle.

--Knockz

Audio: Reggae Vibes Radio #487

"REGGAE VIBES is currently the only international Reggae Radio Entertainment Magazine, reaching over FIFTY MAJOR MARKETS around the World, airing over 120 times a week on over 110 radio stations all over the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. This also includes South Africa, England, Aruba, Guam and Cyprus.

This weeks top stories in reggae, dancehall & soca music featured on 'REGGAE VIBES':

1. SEAN PAUL 'THE TRINITY'
2. SIZZLA TOUR & SUMFEST
3. JAY Z NEW CARIBBEAN LABEL
4. NEW RELEASES
5. TRIVIA: WHO ADAPTED 'DON'T TEST ME' IN HIP HOP?
6. SELECTOR'S CHOICE: SINEAD O'CONNOR 'DOWNPRESSOR MAN'

Each week we compile a top ten singles chart based on sales returns from the US leading record distributors of reggae & Caribbean music.

1. LOVE IS JAH CURE DON CORELEON
2. HOW COME MORGAN HERITAGE DON CORELEON
3. BLEACHER I WAYNE LOYAL SOLDIERS
4. I STILL BELIEVE WAYNE WONDER DON CORELEON
5. GANJA FARMER MRLON ASHER CARIBBEAN UNDERGROUND
6. TEARS TOK DON CORELEON
7. WELCOME TO JAMROCK DAMIEN MARLEY GHETTO YOUTHS
8. NEVER GONNA BE SEAN PAUL DON CORELEON
9. TOUCH ME SOFTLY I WAYNE DREAM ENTERTAINMENT
10.FOOTPRINTS TOK DON CORELEON

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[ Reggae Vibes Radio ]

For more info on the show and its programmer go to http://www.kulchashok.com.

Video: Jah Cure - True Reflection Pt. 1

Earlier in a post I mentioned a new song from Jah Cure thats called True Reflection. Well here is the video for it. This song is probably going to blow up pretty fast.

[ Jah Cure - True Reflection Pt. 1 Video ]

--Knockz

Audio: Radio Dubplate, Riddim Track, On The Reggae Tip, Soca Therapy and Morning Ride Updated

All the above shows have been updated in the Archived Radio Programs section.

Check out Soca Therapy where DR Jay personally calls names at Kanye West.. hahaha

oh lawd

Enjoy!

--Knockz

News: More Kanye West in Toronto Drama

Ok, I've been hearing nuff things about Kanye's recent trip to Toronto and how he has been getting on. Well it seems like thats not the end of it. I posted early the video from his interview at FLOW and how he walked out on them, but now I get this email from Dr. Jay who is Canada's biggest soca DJ letting the world know about Kanye's recent drama at a club he was at in Toronto.

Yes Kanye really does need to humble himself, however I doubt anybody is really going to care about what he's done. Look at what R. Kelly's done and the man still sellin nuff records. In the end when the music is good enough and the US is backing him nobody cares what he did in Toronto.

Them americans probably even laughing at us. He'll probably even come back to Toronto and play a sold out show, because of who he will have with him.

I just say leave the man and let him do his thing... the more we hype up the incident the more publicity he gets.

Anyway's here's Jay's email about the incident. Search my past posts to see the video.

PS... should have picked a better word than kakahole.. :)

--Knockz


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Can you believe Kanye West?

Okay, I've read interviews with him in magazines and
seen his outbursts on TV when he didn't win an
award...but this guy gets the "kakahole of the month"
award for his behavior at the club this past Sunday
night...

to make a long story short, he was hired to be a
special guest host at METRO and he apparently gave
strict orders that he only wants to hear Hip Hop while
he's in the club...

okie dokie buddy...no scene...he doesn't get the award
for that cuz in my opinion, if the promoters are paying
him a big set of money and are caving into his demands,
then you can't blame the artist (no matter how ignorant
that it was)...but I can and will blame Kanye for the
"kakahole-ish" behavior he displayed...

Lil' Jon, Ludacris, Mos Def and Lil' Scrappy were all
inside the club enjoying themselves...this I saw with
my own two eyes...those artists and some Toronto Argos,
Mo Pete from the Toronto Raptors and a whole set of
ladies were in the VIP just chillin....

Then Kanye took the mic and said that he felt
disrespected cuz he was in the club for 45 minutes and
hadn't heard one of his songs yet...he proceeded to say
that he rules the radio and that he will never come
back to this establishment again...now mind you, I'm
standing just a few feet away from him and this guy
just had the most pompous look on his face..

He continues on how he felt disrespected and then the
DJ on the other mic tells him that its still early (I
think it was around bar closing time) and he has to
wait for the tribute...they start to rinse a set of
Kanye West tracks but the kakahole grabs his people and
exits thru a back door...

None of the other artists seemed to care about his
departure and neither did the crowd...perhaps this is
all a publicity stunt cuz his album is coming out and
any publicity is good publicity, right? For me though,
Kanye needs to humble himself and perhaps then people
will pay him the respect he feels he deserves...this
Sunday, the very first track on SOCA THERAPY will be
Maximus Dan's "Be Humble" in honour of the "kakahole of
the month".
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News: New Riddims

Here's a story about the Must Get a Beating Riddim, Bounce Riddim, Tap Dance Riddim and some more riddims released by One Love.

Also is a story about a new tune by Lady G thats a counteraction to Kip Rich's, Telephone Ting.

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News: Fantan Mojah's Hurting

"Fantan Mojah hates the bad-boy image he has acquired since his performance at Western Consciousness in Westmoreland earlier this year, and says he regrets his behaviour at that show.

That image, he said, cost him a performance on Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest last month and probably a few other shows in Kingston. He is therefore determined to quickly shake loose the perception because it has strained his relationship with the fans he really cares for - those who love God and want to hear the message in his music."

[ Full Story ]

News: Music at centre of new prison rehab programme

"A new effort using music to help rehabilitate talented prisoners has been designed by the authorities, and incarcerated reggae singer Jah Cure has released the first single under the programme.

The single, True Reflection, was recorded at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre, more commonly known as the General Penitentiary. Music industry sources say the song is growing in popularity, an encouraging sign for the Rehabilitation Through Music partners - the police, correctional services and Kingston-based Down Sound Records - who now say their next goal is the recording and release of an album. That set will include four songs by Jah Cure."

[ Full Story ]

News: Tami Chynn completes recordings with Assassin and Sean Paul

"Singer Tami Chynn, who recently signed with Universal Music, has completed tracks with Assassin and Sean Paul for upcoming albums from both deejays. In an interview backstage at the studio finals of the Rising Stars show two Sunday nights ago, Chynn said that her debut album has been progressing, and tracks were being remixed to add a fresh feel to the set. "A lot has been going on for me. I am just finishing up the album. We just did a two-day photo shoot.
We are basically getting the album properly done. In addition to that, I have a lot of travelling coming up," she said.

Chynn said she enjoyed working with both Assassin and Sean Paul. "Those are two great collaborations that I enjoyed doing. The experience was good.""

News: Champions in Action

"SATURDAY NIGHT'S staging of 'Champions In Action' delivered on the promise of its posters - and more - to a huge audience at Caymanas Polo Club, in St. Catherine.

In addition to orderly performances from all the billed headline performers, including Bounty Killer, Buju Banton, Sizzla, Capleton, Beenie Man, Assassin, Spragga Benz, Elephant Man and Vybz Kartel, there were early morning surprises from Wayne Wonder and TOK. Ninja Man was a double surprise, as he not only performed briefly but also offered a handshake to Vybz Kartel, which was accepted.

"People a wonder why I am on stage with Beenie Man and Vybz Kartel, after 'Sting'. But this is 'Champions in Action' ...," Ninja Man said, just before the peace gesture. "

[ Full Story ]

Audio: Reggae Vibes Radio #486

"REGGAE VIBES is currently the only international Reggae Radio Entertainment Magazine, reaching over FIFTY MAJOR MARKETS around the World, airing over 120 times a week on over 110 radio stations all over the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. This also includes South Africa, England, Aruba, Guam and Cyprus.

This weeks top stories in reggae, dancehall & soca music featured on 'REGGAE VIBES':

1. ANTIGUA FUTURE RUNNINGS
2. SINEAD O'CONNOR
3. CROPOVER;SPICE MAS;SEAN PAUL
4. NEW RELEASES
5. TRIVIA: ENGLISH BORN DEBROAH GLASGOW HAD HER 1st ALBUM PRODUCED BY WHOM?
6. SELECTOR'S CHOICE: ALLISON 'ROLL IT'

Each week we compile a top ten singles chart based on sales returns from the US leading record distributors of reggae & Caribbean music.

1. LOVE IS JAH CURE DON CORELEON
2. WELCOME TO JAMROCK DAMIEN MARLEY GHETTO YOUTHS
3. THANKS & PRAISES FANTAN MOJA DON CORELEON
4. I STILL BELIEVE WAYNE WONDER DON CORELEON
5. HOW COME MORGAN HERITAGE DON CORELEON
6. TEARS TOK DON CORELEON
7. NEVER GONNA BE SEAN PAUL DON CORELEON
8. NOTORIOUS TURBULENCE THC MUZIC
9. TELEPHONE TING KIPRICH BIG YARD
10.BLEACHER I WAYNE LOYAL SOLDIERS

To listen to the show tune in here. (Real Player is required.)

[ Reggae Vibes Radio ]

For more info on the show and its programmer go to http://www.kulchashok.com.

News: On the Reggae Tip and World Wide Updated

This weeks recordings of On the Reggae Tip and World Wide have been posted. Enjoy.

--Knockz

News: Degree in Manchester

"FANS FROM MANCHESTER were treated to a musical feast ranging from new artistes to roots reggae and dancehall acts at this year's staging of General Degree's Manchester Fiesta on Saturday night.

Several fans turned out to see their favourite artistes perform at the show which was held at the Kirkvine Sports Club. The show which started over an hour late featured several good performances that had the crowd screaming, shouting and begging for more.

To kick-start the show, several upcoming artistes from the parish got to showcase their lyrical and performing ability when the list of about 12 acts tried to gain the crowd's support, but not all succeeded. Artistes such as Caution, Nicky Culture, Crazy T, Lick Shot and Mr. Steele seemed to be the better of the bunch as their performances earned screams for more from the audience.

Local TRN provided musical back-up for the upcoming artistes and kept the crowd rocking to the rhythms. After a brief band change, the show resumed with the band Live Wyyah behind the instruments. "

[ Full Story ]

News: Controversial Kanye Outburst in Toronto

"So you may have heard about the controversial Kanye outburst on flow yesterday when Kanye came in to the studio upset about his song being edited. The edit in question is from the song gold digger and west upset that the line where he says "when he get on he leave yo ass for a white girl". After stomping out of the studio in the middle of an interview, Kanye called back and spoke to Wayne Williams about his issue with censorship and editing and explained his position and actually calmed down enough to let wayne break it down to him about flows perspective on the situation. "

Here is a video of the interview

[ Kanye at Flow ]

News: Mariah vs Eminem

"According to The NY Post, Mariah Carey is angry and hurt that Eminem has been playing private voice-mail messages she left for him in 2001 to audiences of his "Anger Management" tour. During one scene in his show, Eminem is talking to the audience when Carey's song, "We Belong Together," comes on. Eminem berates the deejay and then Carey's messages start to play. "I heard you were getting back with your ex-wife," she says. "Why won't you see me? Why won't you call me? You're not calling me . . ." As the messages play; Eminem pretends to vomit and then launches into his song, "Puke," Friends of Carey say Eminem's anger toward the diva stems from the winter of 2001, when she asked for his help on her Charmbracelet album. Eminem was annoyed when Carey denied that they had an affair but still wrote a song about their relationship for the album. Carey's manager, Benny Medina, said that although Mariahs camp appreciates him as an artist, "Lately his work has seemed tasteless and unnecessarily mean-spirited. The public seems to agree ,just look at his declining record and concert ticket sales.""

Video: Sean Paul - We Be Burning

This video is going to be huge. The song is already getting nuff play. This video is probably going to propel the song to the level of Gimme De Light.

Enjoy.

[ Sean Paul - We Be Burnin Video ]

--Knockz

News: New Worm Hitting Microsoft Systems

I just thought I'd take a moment to remind all the visitors that they should make sure they update their computers with the latest patches and service pack's released from microsoft.

There was a worm released recently that is starting to take down a lot of Windows 2000 machines that are still out there. XP machines are also vulnerable but not as bad.

I've spent the last two days at work talking about the issues and trying to resolve them so I advise you to do this ASAP if you haven't already done so.

You can go to www.windowsupdate.com to start updating your computer.

--Knockz

News: Huge turnout for 'Unfinished Business'

"WITH THE PROMISE of four major league performers who were not on the bill for last month's Red Stripe Reggae Sumfest 2005, 'Star Jam 2K5 - Unfinished Business' pulled a bumper crowd into Pier 1, Montego Bay, on Saturday night.

When the show was over at 6:10 a.m. on Sunday, of the four, closing performer Bounty Killer had settled the issue of his being left off the Sumfest line-up and addressed Beenie Man sternly, Vybz Kartel had dropped a deluge of lyrics and Fantan Mojah worked an unrehearsed set with the Anger Management Band, which handled all the artiste support duties for the night.

Bounty explained the absence of the fourth at the end of his 50-minute set. "Unfortunately Buju the Gargamel got stuck in Pittsburgh. We couldn't just leave the stage like that," he said.

Movie Star and Allan Ranks were the concert's hosts.

The band took a break after the night's sole female, Lady Champagne, whose "tuck een yu tongue" reply to 'tuck een yu belly' was the solitary spark with the audience in her brief showing."

[ Full Story ]

News: Renaissance Disco Celebrates 16 Years

"THE RENAISSANCE Crew blazed up the Palisadoes Strip with musical madness last Saturday as they celebrated 16 years in style.

Renaissance was joined by hundreds of fans and well wishers as they celebrated their achievement by doing what they do best. They party all night.

Patrons waited in long lines even at minutes after one Sunday morning to get into the venue. And there was no turning back once you hit the Palisadoes Strip and felt the vibes coming from the inside on the wave of blazing music.

ENDLESS PARTYING

On the inside, the bars created another attraction to the patrons who frequented. The all night complimentary Red Stripe was enough for most who drank one cup after the other while dancing as if there were no tomorrow.

The party was swinging even before 1:35 with a number of old school rap music that featured rap moguls Snoop Dogg, BIG and Tupac when the selectors announced that they were still in the early segment and hoped to go until seven Sunday morning.

The proceedings took another turn at about 1:55 and was taken to another level with selections like Buju's Til Shiloh and Sizzla's Praise Ye Jah. The crowd seemed absorbed in the music and many used lighters to show their satisfaction."

[ Full Story ]

Audio: Radio Dubplate, Soca Therapy, Riddim Track and Morning Ride

All the above shows have been updated in the Archived Radio Programs. Tune in Now!

--Knockz

News: Rudder Brings Fans to Tears

"David Rudder brought fans to tears at the opening of the first Tobago Gourmet Jazz Festival on Friday night, despite the confusion surrounding his arrival at the venue, Plymouth Recreational Grounds.

For more than three hours, Rudder and his band were left stranded at Grafton Beach Resort, where they had been put up, as show promoters had forgotten to pick them up.

When Rudder, who was scheduled to perform fifth on the show’s line-up of 11 entertainers, arrived, he had already missed his turn.

When he approached the stage, hoping to perform, he was not allowed to do so by the stage manager. Only after the intervention of local officials was the calypso icon allowed to perform last in the line-up.

Rudder performed after international reggae artiste Shaggy.

But the show’s hosts, Adrian Don Mora and Jus Jase, failed to introduce him, and some patrons had already begun to leave the venue, since they thought the show had ended with Shaggy’s performance.

This did not stop Rudder from overwhelming the remaining patrons with his popular hits.

Friday’s show, which began more than an hour late, attracted thousands, but most of the audience were holders of free tickets.

First up was Tobago All Star Jazz Band, followed by several local acts, including Mungal Patasar and Michael Boothman.

The night’s first international act was Angie Stone, who was originally scheduled to perform on Saturday night.

Soca artiste Machel Montano, in his usual exuberant style, had patrons on their feet.

During his performance Shaggy encountered a number of technical difficulties.

Some disgruntled patrons also complained that his performance was mediocre, and that they needed a little less talking from the reggae star, who was accompanied by Rayvon.

Saturday night’s show was clearly more organised, and had an earlier start.

Internationally-renowned soul singer Natalie Cole, who was originally carded to perform last night, wowed fans and produced the first real jazz performance since the start of the festival.

Half-way during her performance, Cole kicked off her shoes and removed a pink rose which adorned her hair, as she got more comfortable with her screaming fans.

Cole, who did an impromptu performance of her hit, “Mr Melody,” surprised both back-up singers and band members who quickly rose to the challenge, delivering a near perfect jazzed up version of the song.

Another international act, Babyface, had the women in the crowd screaming for more.

His performance was very mellow as he sat on a chair, strumming his guitar as he sang his hits.

In attendance were Tourism Minister Howard Chin Lee, Education Minister Hazel Manning, Housing Minister Dr Keith Rowley and Tobago House of Assembly Chief Secretary Orville London.

Organisation of American States education ministers, who attended a conference in Tobago last week, also took in the show. "

News: Interview with the Game

"The last time AllHipHop.com caught up with The Game, "300 Bars" was just days away from dropping. I’d say at least 200 of those bars gave the streets something to talk about, and a lot of follow-up questions. It turns out that our man Semtex over in London just caught Chuck Taylor swinging through, and had a banger of an interview. For those that don’t know, Semtex is one of the premier party rockin’ hosts over there in the rainy city check him out at www.DJSemtex.com and on Friday nights on 1Xtra Radio. It is with his gracious donation, that you won’t believe your eyes"

[ Full Story ]

News: Fergie's Pee-Pee Dance

"At a recent concert earlier this month the black eyed peas were late to hit the stage and rumour had it certain members hit the stage while a bit. Well drunk. Some fans up close noticed fergie might have been a little worse off than the other members when they noticed a large wet spot. The verdict is out as to wether it's a sweat spot or... well check it for yourself... "

[ View the Pictures ]

News: Fire Fete 2 Review @ Caribana

"Toronto was artistically set ablaze on Caribana Sunday night when the heavily advertised Fire Fete 2 concert came off at the Kool Haus near Lake Ontario in the south of the city. It was a follow-up concert to an event which was totally sold out in its first staging on May 23, so anticipation was understandably high.

There was controversy in the final two weeks preceding the July 31 Fire Fete 2 when KMC and his Red, White & Black Band were dropped from the bill. That entity was replaced by Joey Ng Wai and Imij & Co.

The venue was jam-packed as it is on show night and with little room to even shift around in the Kool Haus, the queues outside were stretched out, curling around the huge entertainment complex. Those fortunate on the inside were anticipating a treat and they got precisely that. From getting off the starting blocks, the action was fiery and formidable at Fire Fete 2.

Denise Belfon was her saucy self and wowed the audience into sigh and gasps of awe as she strutted her eye-popping live act to the total enticement of everyone, particularly the men-folk.

Imij & Co had themselves a long night and productive one at that. With former frontliner Russell Cadogan back in the group, Imij & Co not only showed their musical and vocal versatility, they also provided back-up music for all the live acts. The solo acts included Iwer George, the Hitman and Antiguan Wanski. Soon enough though, the proceedings got to star-time and as the curtains were drawn, the stage erupted with the appearance of the soca industry’s most compelling and energetic entertainer, Machel Montano.

Accompanied by his group Xtatik, Machel had the place like an inferno, typical of a bona fide Fire Fete 2. The capacity turnout, frenetically brandishing national flags of every Caribbean country one can imagine, got “mad” and beside itself with merriment. They were simply ecstatic!

Part of Machel’s plan seemed to make them get “madder than that” as Xtatik’s electric exhibition grew in intensity and excitement.

Xtatik’s repertoire was varied, and the group’s fans were just completely engaging their hearts, minds and time, similar to what occurred at the May 23 Fire Fete 1.

The capacity crowd had its fill of the stellar performers of the night, who very rarely fail to deliver. They most certainly didn’t fail on this occasion.

This writer was debarred from shooting photos on stage by strict security personnel when Xtatik began its live performance. "

News: Another G-Unit Signing?

"Just when you thought the G-Unit signings were over, I’m hearing there is another one on the way. At a recent show at the Tweeter Center at Mansfield, Massachusetts, 50 Cent brought Ma$e on stage and the normally slow-talking rapper spit out “G-G-G-G-UNIT!” Murda Ma$e then walked off. Later during 50's performance, I hear the G-Unit General officially announced that the minister has defected Bad Boy. Word is Mason already has a G-Unit spinner! Ma$e and MOP in the same building? CRAZY! By the way, that 50 Cent video for “Piggy Bank” is insane. The G-Unit graphics dude really bodied the comp on that one. As you can see, 50 made Jadakiss into a Mutant Ninja Turtle, Fat Joe into a boxer, Nas into a superboy, The Game into a Mr. Potatohead and other mini disses are sprinkled throughout the video. Wow."

News: Indian summer Riddim and Black Woman Ridddim

"Indian Summer Rhythm new from All Access Entertainment

The Indian Summer rhythm is all the buzz at All Access this week. It features a heavyweight cast, including Vybz Kartel, TOK, Sizzla, Spragga Benz, soca artiste Bunji Garlin and Kip Rich.

Still riding the charts with his Telephone Ting, Kip Rich offers Wine, Wine, Wine on the Indian Summer. TOK's contribution comes in the form of Get Up, Stand Up, while Spragga Benz offers Warriors.

There is the Weed remix from Vybz Kartel, and Sizzla throws in an ode to the fairer sex with 4 Da Girls (Remix)."

[ Full Story ]

News: Line-Up for summer Sizzle Announced

"THE LINE-UP announced on Wednesday night for the 'Beenie Man Summer Sizzle' concert was long in terms of sheer volume and deep in its variety and artiste quality.

The show, which doubles as a birthday celebration for deejay Beenie Man, takes place at the JAMALCO Sports Complex in Halse Hall, Clarendon, on Saturday, August 27, the RJR Communications Group, Lion Heart Stout and Bigga heading the list of sponsors.

It is the third annual staging of the concert and the first on the island's south coast, as the previous two were held at the White River Reggae Park in Ocho Rios and the James Bond Beach in Oracabessa, St. Mary, respectively.

Clyde McKenzie of Shocking Vibes Productions gave an overview of the event, including the line-up, which includes Beenie Man, Jimmy Cliff, Beres Hammond, Bonecrusher, Kevin Lyttle, calypsonian Bunji Galin, Cobra, Vybz Kartel, Bunji Galin, Assassin, Lady Saw, John Holt, Leroy Smart, Baby Cham, Admiral Bailey, Cocoa Tea, Turbulence, Fanton Mojah, Terror Fabulous, Turbulence, Macka Diamond, Captain Barkey and Wickerman, Beekie Bailey, Left Side and Esco, Voise Mail, QQ and the Shocking Vibes Crew, which includes Miss Thing."

[ Full Story ]

News: Gmail Invites

Lets see how long these last.....

I have about 50 Gmail invites sitting here and everyone I know already has a Gmail account... so if your looking for one drop me an email at knockz@djknockz.com and I'll send you an invite, if I have any left.

I could be getting myself in a little trouble.. but it makes the day go by faster.

--Knockz

PS... if you don't know what gmail is go to www.gmail.com .

PPS... feel free to click on one of the google ads on the right hand side while your visitng.. :)

Video: Jamesy P - Nookie

Wow X 2. This is a big VIDEO. Thanks to my friends over at Selectaz.com we can see the video for Jamesy P's big tune Nookie.

This is a nice video.

[ View the video here ]

--Knockz

Video: Chico - Hey Sexy Wow

Wow the quality of these videos are getting better and better. Check out Chico's new video called "Hey Sexy Wow" directed by Jay Will.

[ Watch The Video Here ]

And you can logon to his website at www.itschico.com.

--Knockz

News: Cecile leaves her label Delicious behind. And what about vegas?

"CeCILE HAS PARTED ways with her overseas Record Company Delicious Vinyl.

The saucy dancehall artiste confirmed with THE STAR recently that technically, the only thing left to completely separate her from the label is a signature from them on a contract. Apart from that, everything else has been severed.

Yes, I am definitely not with them anymore, CeCile told THE STAR.

I am basically free, it's just a matter of them signing their part of a contract to seal everything, she added."

[ Full Story ]

Note: Rumour has it that Vegas who is also on the label has also left.

--Knockz

News: Don't Mess with the Wings

"Supermodel or not, there are consequences and repercussions when you mess with the Ying Yangs chicken wings. According to the New York Post, Rachel Hunter had to be "escorted out" of a VIP room at the /Blender X-Games party in Hollywood after staffers caught her and four of her homegirls consuming the spicy chicken wings and booze reserved for the Ying Yang Twins, who were special performers. Once the "indignant" Hunter was off the premises, more wings were ordered and rushed to the venue before Ying Yang finished their set."

News: Queen Latifah hits on her sexuality.

"Queen Latifah may have given fans a hint or two regarding her sexuality after a recent performance. Latifah took the stage on Tuesday night at The Greek Amphitheatre in L.A. as part of the Sugar Water Tour line up which also includes Erykah Badu and Jill Scott. While performing her rendition of the classic "California Dreaming' she said it was the kind of song that "makes you want to walk on the beach, makes you want to just chill." She then said, "It makes you want go to your home girl's house and let her rub on your back." Latifah then reportedly then did a "zipping of the lips" motion and started to giggle.""

News: Tyra vs Superhead

"Tyra Banks almost got into a superfight with Superhead Karrine Steffans on the set of her new talk show which is set to air next month. Steffans was on the show to promote her best-selling book "Confessions of a Video Vixen," which details her various sexcapades with various famous rappers, actors and athletes. "Despite what she thinks, she and I are not that different I have even heard her being referred to as a 'Hollywood Hop' for the many men in Hollywood who have bedded her and moved on." Steffans she was so upset at tyra, "all I could think about was snatching her wig off!" Ironically, Banks' ex boyfriend, director John Singleton, is interested in making a movie out of Steffans book. In other news, Steffans' boyfriend Bill Maher has said that he isn't worried about her turning on him like his ex Coco Johnsen, who filed a $9 million palimony suit (which a judge recently threw out)."People say I'm into black women," says Maher. "Robert De Niro is into black women. I'm just into women who are real, and they happen to be black.""

News: Eminem shows how to pass gas in public.

"During his recent Anger Management Tour stop at New York's Madison Square Gardens, Eminem actually turned his back to the crowd, bent over, dropped his pants and passed gas into a microphone, according to witnesses who spoke to the New York Post. No word if the spectacle was captured by cameras there to record the show for a Showtime concert special to air later this year. "

News: Christina talks about Britney

"Christina Aguilera says Britney Spears career is over, and that she won't be able to make a chart comeback after she gives birth because she's let herself go too much to reclaim her sex symbol status. Spears is due to give birth to her first child next month. "

Audio: World Wide Updated.

This weeks episode of World Wide has been posted to the Archived Radio Programs.

--Knockz

News: www.iDancehall.com

Got this emailed to me and thought it was a great idea... I can see this as something that will eventually get big....

They should look into putting reviews on their sites of various events or for each flyer allow people to post comments. I don't know about other places but here in toronto there are just some promotors you know NOT to trust and there are some that always come through.

Another idea is to allow me to provide an add on my site pulling from their database that will feature events in the area of the visitor at the time. I'm sure something like this is possible.. but I would use it.

--Knockz

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iDancehall.com is a brand new music event listing website. It's totally free and takes about 60 seconds to submit your event. Upload your Flyers.

Already advertising? Hey, there's nothing wrong with letting more people know about your event. Post Caribbean events from anywhere in the world.

You can list events from:

Awards/Presentations
Concerts
Boat Rides
Dances
Block Parties
Festivals
Carnivals
Fetes
Clashes
Parties
Club Nights
and More

Reggae from lover's rock, roots, dub, to dancehall, and more. Ska, rock steady, & other Caribbean music events welcome from soca, calypso, Christian reggae, chutney, rapso, Latino reggae/ reggaeton, to French creole.

Don't forget to check out the test listing in Massachusetts to see how your event listing will look. Tell your colleagues, friends, and family about iDancehall.com, a new place to post and find events!
Feel free to forward this announcement, add to you email list group, or radio events report. Thank you.

Respect!

iDancehall.com Team
http://www.idancehall.com

News: Explosion in Trinidad once Again

"A bomb exploded on a busy street in Trinidad's capital Wednesday, sending bystanders fleeing, police and a witness said. There were no reported injuries.

Desmond Callandar, a witness, said the blast seemed to come from a large pile of garbage bags on the side of the shop-lined street in downtown Port-of-Spain. People screamed and ran, he said.

The blast just before noon sent garbage flying but caused no damages to the street or surrounding buildings in downtown Port-of-Spain. Police evacuated the street, and a bomb squad was sent to investigate.

Police at the scene confirmed there had been an explosion but declined to provide more details.

The explosion came a month after a bomb exploded inside a trash bin in Port-of-Spain, injuring 14 people, including a woman who lost her leg. No one has been arrested in the blast last month.

The two explosions occurred just three streets apart, blocks away from Parliament. "

News: Assassin's New Album

Here's the track listing from Assassin's new album that should be out soon...

01. As A Man
02. Idiot Thing
03. Don’t Like You
04. In Da Club
05. I’m A Hustla
06. We Dem Want
07. Free At Last
08. Let Me Know (ft Syleena Johnson)
09. Girls Gone Wild
10. Step Pon Dem
11. Gangsta City
12. Dem
13. Hot
14. Wandering Mind
15. Youths Well Cold (ft Freddie McGregor)
16. Big Mix (ft Red Square)
17. Respect Due

For more info on the album read the story below...

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News: Capleton and Beenie Man on One Stage

"AS THE SUN rose to light up the Gray's Inn Sports Complex in St Mary on Sunday morning, deejays Capleton and Beenie Man placed the lid on an extremely long, yet entertaining, A St Mary Mi Come From stage show.

The annual event, organised by Capleton, was a roller coaster of action and suspense for the thousands of fans who showed up to celebrate with him. Four years ago seeing the two deejays on the same stage was near impossible, but together they rocked Gray's Inn like a deadly pair of dreadlocked twins.

The show had things going for it, but a few glitches threatened to run it right into the ground."

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News: Woman drops assault suit against Snoop Dogg

"LOS ANGELES - A makeup artist dropped a lawsuit alleging she was drugged and raped by rapper Snoop Dogg and several of his associates after a taping of ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live” two years ago.

The woman's attorney filed a request last Wednesday to dismiss the suit with prejudice, meaning it cannot be refiled. No criminal charges were ever brought.

Snoop Dogg's attorney also asked that a suit he filed against the accuser be dismissed, said the rapper's publicist, Meredith O'Sullivan."

[ Full Story ]

Audio: Reggae Vibes Radio #485

"REGGAE VIBES is currently the only international Reggae Radio Entertainment Magazine, reaching over FIFTY MAJOR MARKETS around the World, airing over 120 times a week on over 110 radio stations all over the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. This also includes South Africa, England, Aruba, Guam and Cyprus.

This weeks top stories in reggae, dancehall & soca music featured on 'REGGAE VIBES':

1. ANTIGUA EDITION
2. CARNIVAL RESULTS
3. NYCHA KID;CLAUDETTE PETERS
4. NEW RELEASES
5. TRIVIA: MUSIC WORKS HAD A NEW APPROACH TO DANCEHALL MUSIC, WHAT WAS IT?
6. SELECTOR'S CHOICE: BLADE & EL-A-KRU 'MARIA'

Each week we compile a top ten singles chart based on sales returns from the US leading record distributors of reggae & Caribbean music.

1. HOW COME MORGAN HERITAGE DON CORELEON
2. LOVE IS JAH CURE DON CORELEON
3. NEVER GONNA BE SEAN PAUL DON CORELEON
4. TEARS TOK DON CORELEON
5. FOOTPRINTS TOK DON CORELEON
6. I STILL BELIEVE WAYNE WONDER DON CORELEON
7. TELEPHONE TING KIPRICH BIG YARD
8. FATHER ELEPHANT ELEPHANT MAN BLACK CHINEY
9. BANGARANG FREDDIE MCGREGOR VP
10.WELCOME TO JAMROCK DAMIEN MARLEY GHETTO YOUTHS

To listen to the show tune in here. (Real Player is required.)

[ Reggae Vibes Radio ]

For more info on the show and its programmer go to http://www.kulchashok.com.

News: DMX Facing Jail Time For Violating Terms Of Plea Deal

"According to authorities in Queens, DMX broke the terms of a plea deal struck after a December 2004 arrest. On Monday, the rapper was formally
charged and now faces up to a year in jail.

The rapper reportedly posted $500 bail and must appear in court again on October. 11.

In December the rapper was arrested for impersonating an FBI agent and driving his vehicle through a parking lot gate at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens. The rapper confessed to being high on Valium at the time."

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News: Lloyd Banks, Young Buck Arrested After Anger Management Tour Stop In New York

"Lloyd Banks and Young Buck were arrested after police allegedly found weapons in a van carrying the rappers and 11 other people as they were leaving the Anger Management 3 tour in New York yesterday (August 8).

Reports stated that police pulled the van over for running a red light on 41st and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan.

Police reportedly found two firearms in the vehicle and subsequently arrested eleven passengers. Police allege they found a loaded .40 caliber and a .357 handgun on one of the passengers. Everyone in the vehicle was charged with weapons offenses. "

[ Full Story ]

Audio: On the Reggae Tip and Morning Ride Updated.

This weeks episodeds of On the Reggae Tip and Morning Ride have been posted to the Archived Radio Programs section. Enjoy.

--Knockz

News: 'MOJAH CHAOS' at Fantans Earth Strong

"AN UNLIKELY MIXTURE of fresh and established acts nearly caused chaos at Fantan Mojah Earth Strong - Hail the King, staged at the Burnt Savannah Sports Complex, St. Elizabeth last Friday.

The format of the show, which saw young acts appearing on stage in between performances by acts such as Anthony B and Bling Dawg was not a welcoming mix and served to drag out the show, which began just after 2 am.

The late start caused an uproar from the crowd who had waited through numerous sound systems playing long sets and a barrage of fresh acts, most of whom were short-changed, untalented bombs rushing the microphone.

The crowd began getting boisterous when, at 2 o clock, it was announced that two more sound systems were scheduled to play."

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News: Breathtaking performaces at 'Arrow meets Sparrow'

"THE EVENT was billed as Arrow meets Sparrow, but it was the Calypso Rose among the thorns who really bloomed and pricked soca sensibilities at the Morgan's Harbour Hotel, Port Royal, on Sunday night.

In the beginning, Fab Five turned to soca after circling the island with Jamaican Woman.

"This song is a slow wine," a band member introduced Good Buddy. They followed with the plea for a piece of "sweet Julie mango", Feeling Horny and their first soca hit, Yu Safe. Ringroad Jam and All Night Party brought up 8:00 p.m. - and the night's MC, Bob Clarke.

There were cheers for Leroy Sibbles, who informed musically "we're having a party tonight" and took the ladies on a "sea of love". He started a run of what he called "freedom songs" with I Shall Be Released and included To The Top before pausing to say good evening. Book of Rules was delivered to strong applause, as was the rocksteady style Only Sixteen."

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News: 50 Hosts Pool Party

"Yesterday, 50 Cent held a party at his Farmington, Connecticut mansion playing host to a few hundred revelers, including G-Unit, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., boxing champion Winky Wright, actress Nia Long, Lil’ Jon, Lil’ Scrappy and a host of other celebrities.

The pool party, equipped with a harem of models, doubled as a celebration for the rapper’s upcoming book, The Massacre re-issue, movie and the looming releases of Tony Yayo and singer Olivia.

“You know I wanted to do something for the people, you know. I wanted to throw a party, party,” 50 Cent told AllHipHop.com. The rapper explained that this event also acted as a makeshift birthday party as well. "

[ Full Story ]

News: DJ Scratch Launches The School of the Turntable Arts

"DJ Scratch, longtime DJ for EPMD and general turntable wizard, has launched a turntable school to help up and coming DJ's with the art of scratching.

The School of the Turntable Arts (SOTA) officially opened its doors earlier this year, to teach new DJ's the art of mixing and scratching.

"I started this school because I noticed that a lot of DJ’s don't know how to DJ," DJ Scratch told AllHipHop.com. “I am actually teaching the class. I will be teaching legendary skills that so many veteran DJ’s use to this day, but I also am giving credit where credit is due and teaching them history as well. Everyone needs to know who the pioneers are that perfected this art [turntabling].""

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News: The Business of Management

"FOR ANY YOUNG entertainer stepping into the music industry, good management is the key to a successful career. In this month's 'Bussin Time' feature, a few managers and artistes will elaborate on what to look for in a good manager.

According to Audley Bready Allen, road manager for dancehall sensation Kiprich, good management stems from a good relationship with managers and artistes.

"When you find a new talent you have to go the extra mile, not only to make money off the artiste ... the manager have to have a relationship like a father and son, bredda and bredda. Relationship is key, yuh haffi look out for that artiste. Remember dem is human being and they have problems and at the end of the day yuh haffi take care of them. He or she have to be the main focus," he added. "

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News: Jay-Z/Beyonce Sex Tape *RUMOUR*

"According the homeys at V103 in HOTlanta, there might be a 2-minute Jay-Z and Beyonce sex tape. The word is, some dude set them up at a hotel. The rumor says this guy set up his illegal shop in the couple’s hotel room and collected the tape once they left. Word is, Beyonce and Jay-Z have already taken steps to block this person and might be considering legal action. “Why is the tape only 2minutes?”"

News: Eddie Murphy's wife wants out

"LOS ANGELES, USA (AFP) - The wife of US movie star and comic Eddie Murphy on Friday filed for divorce from her famous husband, his publicist said.

Nicole Murphy filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking to dissolve her 12-year-old marriage to the star of such films as Beverly Hills Cop, The Nutty Professor and Doctor Doolittle."

News: P. Diddy being Sued

"Music mogul P. Diddy has been selling his style for as long as he has reigned over the hip-hop industry.

But the slogan--"It's Not Just a Label, It's a Lifestyle"--that he uses for his Sean John clothing line has drawn a lawsuit filed in federal court in Chicago.

Gregory Hilderbrand, an Illinois resident, contends he has been using "It's a Lifestyle" to sell shirts, jerseys, caps and other clothing in retail stores nationwide since 2000, while Diddy's slogan first appeared in 2003.

According to Hilderbrand's complaint, he sold $325,000 worth of clothing from February 2001 to February 2002. The Sean John line, he contends, rakes in more than $450 million each year."

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News: The Long Life of the 'Cat"

"THEY SAY THAT a cat has nine lives, meaning that it survives many a close encounter of the deadly kind. Whether or not deejay Supercat has the proverbial nine lives remains to be seen, but his long-lasting musical life is a phenomenon in Jamaica.

In a country where deejays come and go with unfailing yet still amazing regularity and those who are not on the latest hot rhythm are often deemed to be on the verge of extinction, it is amazing that Supercat retains this hold on the musical consciousness. And this is even among persons who were not yet of dance going age when the Cat was really ruling the roost with Boops and Mud Up.

Supercat has not had a hit in Jamaica for many years, but two years ago he was the big draw at the now defunct Sashi show in St. Mary. To invoke his name amongst the reggae faithful is to brink a sparkle to the eyes."

[ Full Story ]

Audio: Riddim Track Updated

This weeks audio for the Riddim Track has been posted to the Archived Radio Programs section. Enjoy.

--Knockz

Pictures: Pictures of Free from 106 and Park in the Sept '05 Issue of King Mag

I got these in my Inbox this morning with the header "Free at Last". I had to post them in the photo gallery ASAP.

All I can say is DAMNNNNNNN!!!!

[ View the Pictures here ]

--Knockz

News: Suge Knight Fined, Charges Dropped

"Marion “Suge" Knight was fined $691 Friday (August 5) and cleared of a marijuana possession charge after pleading no contest to making an illegal U turn and driving without insurance in Barstow, California.

Knight was arrested and incarcerated for more than a week after police said they found marijuana in his Ford pickup truck during a traffic stop on February 5."

[ Full Story ]

Audio: Radio Dubplate and Soca Therapy Updated

This weeks recordings of Radio Dubplate and Soca Therapy are now up in the Archived Radio Programs section.

--Knockz

News: Foxy Rejects Plea.

Foxy Brown rejected a second plea deal Friday (August 5) that would have prevented her from going to jail on assault charges.

According to prosecutors, the deal, offered by the Manhattan district attorney's office, called for Brown to serve 10 days of community service for attempted assault and harassment of two nail technicians last August.

The Brooklyn rapper is accused of kicking and punching the two employees after an argument over payment for a manicure.

[ Full Story ]

News: UB40 in Trinidad

Premier Concerts is expecting to attract a crowd of 10,000 on Sunday at Queen’s Park Savannah, Port-of-Spain, for their first mega concert featuring British reggae band UB40.

The eight-member band will be performing for the first time in Trinidad as part of their world tour to promote their 23rd album, Who You Fighting For.

Members of the media had an opportunity to interface with the promoters and six of the band members at a press conference at the Marriott hotel, Mucurapo yesterday.

Premier Concerts’ public relations officer Melissa Jogie said, “Ticket sales were moving along gradually, but we are anticipating a crowd of 10,000 people.”

The multi-ethnic band, which has sold 15 million records over the last 25 years, has had 50 top 40 singles in the UK, including Red Red Wine, Kingston Town, Here I Am, The Way You Do The Things You Do, and Homely Girl.

Vocalist and guitarist Ali Campbell said UB40 has had staying power over the years because of the friendships among band members

“Most newly formed bands don’t know each other. But we could not re-invent ourselves when we got together, cause we were all friends and knew each other for who we are.”

Their new album which was released on June 13, is political in tone and focuses on the war in Iraq.

“Most of our albums have been political. We have been saying the same thing all these years. We are just more upfront with the lyrics this time,” Campbell said.

In their Very Best of UB40 album, eight of the 18 tracks were remakes of love and reggae songs which appeal to all audiences.

Commenting on the band’s passion for reggae, Campbell said, “back in those days, it was either rock or reggae and we have never been into glam rock.”

“I think that is why we have survived, because we have no real image,” he joked.

The band is expected to perform for one hour and 45 minutes.

News: Red Rat in Trinidad

"It was a night few would forget as thousands of partygoers flocked to the Platinum nightclub over the weekend to hear dancehall heartthrob Wallace Wilson, also known as Red Rat, in concert.

The event was dubbed Battle of the Low Riders. Organised by Bachelor Entertainment, it also featured New York-based DJ Culture Blend, Naya George and soca band Invazion as well as local reggae singer Prophet Benjamin.

First on stage, around 1 am, was Invazion, whose renditions of Carnival 2K5 hits as well as popular dancehall and reggae tunes hyped up the large crowd.

Next up was Prophet Benjamin, whose popularity in the Southland was evident as he belted out tunes from his arsenal, including Pretty Boy, Coming From Moruga and Ganja Shop.

Dressed simply in a white shirt and blue jeans and his head tied with a jersey, Red Rat, who had been out of the limelight for the past two years, created quite a stir when he made his onstage appearance.

The female members of the crowd surged to the front to get a close look at the young singer whose high-pitched voice and slangs of “Oh no!” rocked the dancehall arena for years.

His hour-long stage performance was energetic and had patrons screaming and jumping as he performed a variety of hits, including Tight Up Skirt, Shelly Ann, Bad Mind, and Shake dat Booty Girl.

After the event show promoter Niron Joefield, who was responsible for the first onstage appearance of reggae artiste Marlon Asher, said the event was a success.

“The show was successful. We are about bringing quality entertainment to South and as a new name coming to the scene, I am glad that it had a large crowd turn out.”"

News: Patrons Choose their Queen

"THE JUDGES' DECISION was not final in the case of the 2005 staging of Red Label International Dancehall Queen Competition at Pier One, Montego Bay on Saturday night.

A large number of the 6000 persons, predominantly residents of Montego Bay, revoked the judges' ruling and chose the girl they wanted to wear the crown of International Dancehall Queen.

The judges were overruled when emcee, Jackie Norman, began announcing the top five places at approximately 5 a.m. Some patrons got angry when the western city's finalist was given fourth place. Protests escalated from jeering to a short bottle-throwing stint as the patrons vented their dissatisfaction with the results.

Promoters quickly took control of the situation after pleading with the crowd. When asked if they wanted to hear the rest of the results, there was a resounding "No".

Then came the question, "Do you want to choose the winner from the top five girls?"

The response was a resounding "Yes"."

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News: Ky-enie, Assassin's new album and Anthony Cruz

"Big Yard label's latest discovery is singer Ky-enie and they are confident he's all geared up for the big times, thanks to a handful of recordings that he has been dishing out of late.

The New York-based Jamaican-born singer is featured on the My Baby rhythm (his song is called Don't Wanna Be Alone) and the Big Street rhythm (Time Rough). Both rhythm projects are among the latest from the Robert Livingston-helmed label which has, over the years, generated hits for the likes of Shaggy, Merciless and Bounty Killer.

Ky-enie says he has been working on promotions outside of Jamaica to build a vibe before concentrating on the local market. "Things have been going wonderful so far, just working in the studios and doing promotions on the songs that I have out there," he tells Splash. "The songs have been getting some good spins.""

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News: New Riddims

"The follow-up to the commercially successful Drop Leaf rhythm from Don Corleon Records is the hot Seasons rhythm. Produced by Donovan 'Vendetta' Bennett, the Seasons rhythm, which has been rocking the airwaves for weeks now, is quite a juicy little jam. It features stellar performances such as Fantan Mojah, Alaine (with No Ordinary Love), Jah Cure (with Love Is), Morgan Heritage (How Come), TOK (Tears), and Wayne Wonder (I Still Believe).

Already there has been a rush on the seven-inch vinyl as distributor In the Streetz has been having a hard time keeping up with the demand. Among the top sellers so far are Tears and Love Is."

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News: The Rock in Hollywood

"Touchstone Pictures has pre-emptively picked up "Blowback," a buddy action comedy with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Ryan Reynolds attached to star.

Sheldon Turner will write the script, which will be produced by Tapestry Films' Andrew Panay, Peter Abrams and Robert Levy, who are coming off the success of "Wedding Crashers."

Dark Trick Films, run by Jonathon Komack Martin and Reynolds, also will produce the film, and Reynolds will act as an executive producer.

Details on "Blowback" are being kept under wraps, but the high-concept project is being described as a modern-day "Lethal Weapon." The two main characters are San Francisco cops. "

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News: 50 Respons to The Game

"50 Cent has finally responded to Game's 15-minute-plus dis track, but not with the wrath most would expect. 50 says he doesnt have a problem with Game and he actually wishes him the best in his future career endeavors. 50 initially felt so burned by Game, who also attacked him at in New York Summer Jam, that he stopped pursuing artists for G-Unit Records. He eventually got over it and decided to, "keep going forward [as a mentor]."He has signed Mobb Deep as well as M.O.P. to the label. 50s The Massacre will be re-released on September 6th. 50 Cent has shot videos for all 21 songs on the re-release of The Massacre, each of which will accompany the album on a DVD."

News: Rolands New Sampler

This news is more or less for the DJ's/Producers out there.

Roland recently announced their new sampler the SP-404 which is the new model to the SP-303.

Me, I still have the SP-202 which I was thinking of upgrading to the SP-303. However after seeing this video I might just run out and get the new SP-404.

Watch the video and start saving.

Some of the features quickly,

- More sound banks
- Can hold up to 6 hours of sound with a flash card
- Can run off batters (the 202 does this but the 303 doesn't)
- much more

[ Watch the video ]

--Knockz

News: Madden 2006 Soundtrack

"The soundtrack to Madden 2006 was recently announced by EA Sports. This years game features tracks by Rev Run & Memphis Bleek, as well as upcoming rappers Sam Scarfo, Papoose, Bump J & others. "The new Madden is the s**t," Bump told AllHipHop.com. "It's a little harder than last year but I'm the s**t on it already!" Madden 2006 hits stores next week."

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News: Caribana Results

Now that Caribana is over I hope everyone had a good time. Here are the results of the bands for this year.

Band of The Year
1. Curtis Eustace - Carnival Nationz
2. Marlon Singh - Callaloo
3. Louis Saldenah - Mas-K Club
4. Errol Achue - Mas Toronto
5. Jessie Matthews - Calabash Company
6. Nip Davis - Nip Davis & Associates
7. Kenny Coombs - Toronto Caribbean Connection
8. Frank Ramsaroop - Burrokeet
9. Courtney Doldron - Mas Players Int'l
10. Arnold Hughes - Arnold Hughes & Associates
11. Whitfield Balasco - Pleasure Players
12. Dr Cecil & Ross Roach - Bazodee Connection
13. Ken DeFrietas - Ken DeFrietas & Associates
14. Alvin Adore - Scarborough Caribbean Sports Club
15. Jerry Jerome - Jerry Jerome & Associates
16. Julien Baptiste - Julien Baptiste & Buddies

King & Queen Extravaganza

~ King of the Bands ~
1st - Dexter Seusahai - 'The Scorpion King' - Callaloo
2nd - Frank Ramsaroop Burrokeet
3rd - Ronnie Devignes - 'Smaug' - Mas Toronto

~ Queen of the Bands ~
1st - Laverne Moore - 'Shaira: Persian Goddess of the Sun' - Callaloo
2nd - Susan Ishmael - 'The Bird of Euphoria' - Carnival Nationz
3rd - Alicia Achue - 'Reflections of Mystic Jewels' - Mas Toronto

~ Male Individual of the Year ~
1st - Clint Francis - 'Culture Shock' - Burrokeet
2nd - Shane Mungal - 'Atar: Keeper of the Flame' - Callaloo (tie)
2nd - Mika Ackal - 'Hematite: The stone of the Mind' - Mas Toronto (tie)

~ Female Individual of the Year ~
1st - Hasosa - 'The Desparate Awakening' - Nip Davis & Associates
2nd - Carlene O'Brian - 'That Wicked Woman Known as Matilda' - Jesie Matthews
3rd - Sharida Ali - 'Arianna: The Great Persian Goddess' - Callaloo
CLICK PICS TO ENLARGE


King of the Bands - Dexter Seusahai


Queen of the Bands - Laverne Moore


Toronto Kiddies Carnival Results

~ Band of the Year ~
1st - Marlon Singh's Callaloo (Of Persian Glory)
2nd - Carnival Nationz (Dis Is Paradise)
3rd - Errol Achue (Mystic Jewels)

~ Jr King of the Bands ~
1st - Victor (Mas Players Int'l)
2nd - Jamaal Antoine (Ken Defreitas)
3rd - Kadeem Tyson (Alvin Adore)

~ Jr Queen of the Bands ~
1st - Shana Joseph (Alvin Adore)
2nd - Lastisa Forde (Borokeete Canada)
3rd - Clair Hudson (Mas Players Int'l)

~ Jr Male Individual of the Year ~
1st - Kishi King (Arnold Hughes)
2nd - David (Borokeete Canada)
3rd - Joseph (Mas Players Int'l)

~ Jr Female Individual of the Year ~
1st - Keera Best (Borokeete Canada)
2nd - Individual from Whitfield Belasco
3rd - Raquel Stevenson (Mas Players Int'l)

For pictures of the various bands you can go to www.toronto-lime.com and see the pictures.

--Knockz

News: Mike Tyson turns Porn star

"Mike Tyson is reportedly set to star in a porn film - with Jenna Jameson. The former boxing World Heavyweight Champion claims he is desperate for cash, after being hit with a tax bill for several million dollars, and a porn career is a tempting offer.

The disgraced pugilist, who retired from boxing last month, was approached by Jenna's representatives to star as her partner in the X-rated movie.

He is quoted by Britain's Zoo magazine as saying: "I just talked to a gentleman called Jimmy who's involved with Jenna Jameson. They said they were interested in getting me involved in the adult film industry
.
"I need the money up front."

Meanwhile, American boxing journalist Pedro Fernandez believes Tyson, who was jailed for six years in 1992 on rape charges, would triumph in the sex industry - with his alleged 14-inch manhood. (*See Link Below for Naked Picture of Mike Tyson)

He explained: "According to court documentation from Tyson's rape trial, his member is at least 14 inches long."

[ Full Story ]

Audio: World Wide and On The Reggae Tip Updated!

The World Wide with Court Jester and Chief and On the Reggae Tip with Massive B shows have been updated in the archived radio programs section.

--Knockz

News: The Wendy Williams Story

"Wendy Williams has forged her own path in radio show entertainment by dishing the latest dirt on celebrities, including herself. From battling a weight issue to a drug addiction, she has seen and been through it all. Since her first appearance on the radio nearly 20 years ago, Wendy’s main focus is to bring her favorite thing to listeners everywhere: the talk.

During her afternoon drive-time show, The Wendy Williams Experience on New York City’s WBLS-FM, she’s on the loose. In a rapid-fire voice that’s all brass and sass, she bounces from gossip to advice, to in-your-face commentary, to interviews. Sometimes she even spins a song or two. No matter what the topic, you can bet it will be blunt and entertaining. "

[ Full Story ]

News: Chappelle Show is Over!

This has now been confirmed by Charlie Murphey who was one of the key actors on the show.

Read the full interview here.

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News: Jennifer, Brad and Angelina

"Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston was devastated by therecent 60 page magazine spread featuring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie playing house as husband and wife ,and has hit out at his callousness. Pitt and Jolie have vehemently denied they are in a relationship, but they happily posed as a married couple for the W Magazine photo shoot which was published last month. And according to the publication's creative director, the concept for the range of shots was entirely Pitt's idea. Aniston tells Vanity Fair, "There's a sensitivity chip that's missing (in him).""I can imagine Brad having absolutely no clue why people would be appalled by it.""

News: Hilton vs Richie

"Looks like the reason for Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton's breakup may finally be out. According to pagesix.com the two have been mortal enemies since Richie played a prank at a viewing party for the Simple Life in front of friends. Instead of playing a tape of the show Richie slipped in a tape of Hilton's porno session with Rick Salomon. Hilton has refused to talk to Richie since."

News: O.J. in the News

"O.J. Simpson was heckled mercilessly before he was escorted out of the National Sports Collectors Convention in Illinois, last Saturday. "People were yelling, 'Killer!' and 'Guilty!' " Simpson, who was asked to leave because he hadn't gotten prior approval from organizers to sign autographs, was hawking 8- by 10-inch photos of himself for 100 dollars a pop - cash only. Rivera said Simpson was traveling with several "good-looking blond women.""

News: Winds of dissent at Summer Breezes

"THE ABSENCE OF several of the major acts, Beenie Man, Turbulence and Twins of Twins, at Summer Breezes: the Barefoot Beach Party on Friday, angered several of the patrons who had forked out $1,500 to enter the Negril, Westmoreland staged event.

So disappointed were some of the patrons that at least one woman threatened to sue the promoters of the event.

"This is the first time mi a stay up past 9 p.m.," said one female patron who did not want to give her name. "I wanted to see Beenie. I gwey sue him (the promoter). Mi no want just refund, mi want my hourly fee for every hour him keep me up."

Her sentiments where mirrored by another woman, a female British national. She threatened to report the event to the embassy when she returned home.

The much touted show which was expected to be hosted by 'The Doctor' Beenie Man turned out to be a 'glorified' beach session with only a few of the advertised acts performing and the patrons left to the mercy of the selectors."

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News: Keeping company with the greats

"The 2005 staging of Tribute to the Greats awards show/dance at Curphey Place, Swallowfield Road on Saturday was once again a pleasant and enjoyable reunion fete well attended by a wide cross section of "old-school" music fans.

From the reaction of the audience, inclusive of previous honourees Prince Buster, Grammy winner Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Finance Minister Omar Davies and member of parliament for central St Catherine Olivia 'Babsy' Grange, the King Omar Promotions lived up to the standard it has established over the past eight years."

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News: Ford says Eminem lyrics too shady

"Ford Motor Co. marketers were thrilled two months ago after being approached by representatives of Detroit superstar Eminem. For his next music video, the rapper wanted a hot vehicle not yet on the market, Ford says. The automaker offered its upcoming Ford Fusion midsize sedan and Eminem's people agreed. Boom! Instant street cred for a key new vehicle. But Ford marketers cringed when they saw the title of Eminem's new single: "Ass Like That." And when they read the lyrics -- essentially middle school locker humor that rhymes -- the fledgling alliance with Slim Shady crumbled. "It wasn't any problem with Eminem," said Ford spokesman Jon Harmon. "It was just that the song was over the top. It just wasn't Ford." An Emimen spokesman said he wasn't aware of any dealings with Ford."

News: Shaq gets $100 million over 5 Years.

"Shaquille O'Neal likely left millions on the bargaining table. What he wants more than money is another championship.

O'Neal signed a $100 million, 5-year contract with the Miami Heat on Tuesday, a deal that gives the 12-time All-Star center added financial security while allowing his team salary flexibility to pursue other players.

He'll make $20 million in each of the next five seasons in an agreement believed to include incentives. He was to have earned $30.6 million this coming season, but opted out of that deal for a longer-term pact with less money annually."

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Should any athlete be allowed to get this much money?

--Knockz

News: The Game in The U.K.

"The Game is scheduled to visit Buckingham Palace in London. Game reportedly wanted to visit the palace because he's a fan of the Queen of England's jewelry. Apparently, Game requested a personal invite to tour the palace. The Compton emcee was granted permission after Prince Harry, who is a fan of Game's music, made a personal request to authorize the visit. Game is presently in the midst of a series of U.K. concerts. A recent date at the Manchester Apollo turned ugly when a fan shouted "50 Cent" and "G-Unit" while Game was onstage. Game reportedly stepped to the fan and spit in his face. The fan then tried to climb up the stage to retaliate, but was grabbed by security and thrown out."

News: Jah Cure's Website

It was launched recently. Go over and check it out...

www.jahcure.com

--Knockz

Audio: New Radio Shows

Two new archived radio shows have been added to the "Archived Radio Programs" section.

Morning Ride with King Turbo
Riddim Ride with Spex

This weeks shows have been posted.

--Knockz

News: New Barabados Party Monarch Is Female

"The results are in. There's a new Barbados party monarch champion. And this time, it's a woman. Natahlee Burke in her patriotic stance, dethroned last year's champion Edwin Yearwood.

Natahlee was a crowd favourite and was gladly welcomed by the small crowd with her song 'Colours (Blue Yellow Blue)'. In her song she declares that she's proud to be a Bajan. This year Edwin was forced to settle with 2nd with his song 'Yardie Graduate'.

Here are the top 3 results:

1. Natahlee Burke - Colours
2. Edwin Yearwood - Yardie Graduate
3. Mr. Dale - One Hand

This year's party monarch competition was a little different than past years. And hence the turn out by patrons was signifactly less - roughly a quarter less than normal. This year, the police reported estimates of 6,000 patrons vs previous years of 30,000.

Here's what happened... "

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Audio: Soca Therapy Updated

Soca Therapy with Dr. Jay has been updated in the Archived Radio Programs section.

--Knockz

Audio: Radio Dubplate Updated

The Radio Dubplate show has been updated in the archived radio shows section.

--Knockz