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REGGAEXCLUSIVE’S VIEWS

JULION VIEWS www.canadianreggaeworld.com

REGGAE APARTHEID CANADA

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he movie “The Matrix” affected so many because it is perceived as a ‘people’s rebellion’ against the establishment and seeing the world for what it is and living in reality as opposed to the horsecrap fed to us by “The Source” ~ every government on planet earth. Interesting at times how life imitates art or vice versa.

In my world of this Matrix, or as I see it clearly now as apartheid Canada = The Source, has us running on the hamster wheel, powering the system akin to batteries, paying our taxes and keeping the engine running. Yes I am blessed to be employed with an opportunity to pay my bills and live somewhat comfortably yet saying this does not make it any less of a reality or any less the truth.

Why Canadian apartheid?

Reggae musicians performing their craft in Canada are not even remotely a part of the Canadian music infrastructure! Major record labels here are responsible for selling American products to

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Canadian consumers. There are no programs set up to promote Canadian talent. No other genre gets any support either, yet reggae gets even less than those styles of music. Sure, sure, they’ll tell you about a Factor program set up to give thousands for making music ~ making albums and demos ~ yet will give hundreds for marketing, against the millions spent on major artists and no chance of getting radio airplay. So what’s the point?

Canadian Music Week has nothing for reggae music!

NXNE nada! In over fifty years of performing / producing reggae music in Canada, there is no outlet that considers reggae as “Canadian”. Even as citizens we are still considered as Jamaicans with music indigenous to our land of birth. Some like me feel very much at home here yet know that we are not “Canadian” as it pertains to our art, as we seem to be constantly reminded of our heritage in very blatant as well as very subtle ways.

Being in this country for close to forty years now, one views things even more objectively, given a vast amount of information through the media and the real “truth” surfaces eventually. I look at black owned night clubs to see how many have been around for thirty, to forty, to fifty years, successfully operating at a profit for any length of time and possibly franchising reggae like Tim Horton’s or Canadian Tire. Quick answer...there are none! All face the harassment from the police or the LCBO as

if we are supposed to accept this derogatory, degrading behavior. We do! We must accept it as there is no recourse in this apartheid Canadian regime.

Some who read this won’t buy into “apartheid Canada” because you are unaware that the form and structure for apartheid was created and developed here ~ called the Indian Act. Look it up if you don’t believe me ~ then taught to South Africa during the 1940s. Yes, The Indian Act is successful at keeping our native population/s placid, cooperative and pliable, which fortunately some are not; as they inform us of atrocities that they face and WE ALL turn a blind eye as the system of apartheid teaches us to ignore those who are non white. A painful truth that many white Canadians deny yet no less true! Just ask yourself what you know or care about our native people?

Apartheid systems are expert at ignoring those who they need to degrade.

This “system” is one where the degradation begins in a “third world” nation as our international businesses on our soil are owned and run by white and light skinned Jamaicans as well as Americans / Canadians / English interests that are also all white. Even in our own countries we black people own no banks, no hotels, no beaches, no bauxite companies, no sugar cane patches, no major corporations! We are easily made docile and compliant when we arrive in Canada, The

U.S. or England as we are already used to serving white masters. Through the abject poverty, guns are introduced to scared, hungry, illiterate, desperate people by our own very corrupt politicians on behalf of white masters we learn to murder amongst ourselves. Rastafari is not compliant! Rastafari are truth seekers!

If reggae music is to progress in this base of apartheid, we must follow what the music does. Just play it! No need to seek accolades or “respect” from our apartheid white masters. Just play it and dance to it! Fulljoying it as a group as we always have. Our constant need to blame someone else, apartheid, whitey or the system is also a part of our issue, stunting our own growth. We LOVE to make excuses for failure.

Pointing out the apartheid system that is Canada is knowledge! Education! A focus on a hurdle!

This ‘system’ is only a hurdle.

Identifying and educating oneself or the community is necessary in order to get over, through, around or under it. In the past we have identified it then come to a full stop, allowing ourselves to just shrug our shoulders and quit.

Come to a full stop, hence the music has never been elevated here in Canada. It took me close to forty years to figure this out! I have much respect for a few performers of reggae music in this country and have been encouraging a “reggae collective” of our own for those who know and love the music yet wish to do the simplest thing...Dance.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE NEWS most anticipated riddim made it to the iTunes front page.

Since the riddim was released the radios and streets were saying “Skin To Skin” and it continues to receive rotation on all the popular Jamaican stations amongst stations worldwide.

SHADROCK RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL AWARD! Heart of Empress Artiste Shadrock recently picked up an Award in Jamaica for his song ‘When Reggae Music Hits You, You Feel No Pain’ which has been getting massive airplay in places like Belgium, France, Portugal, Italy, Sweden and Europe, among other countries. The Award for ‘Top Artiste/Song of the Year” 2014 was a huge win for Shadrock who has been on the music scene for many years. Listen out for his new single ‘Rocky Road’ on the Heart of Empress Label.

The compilation itself fuses an inspiring and sexy sound while bringing originality to the Dancehall market. Songs on the riddim include: Hitmaker’s own “Body Calling”, Gage - “Bun Fi Bun”, Jah Vinci - “Give It To Me”, Kalado - “Stimulate”, Masicka - “Come Over”, Natel “Naah Tell”, RDX - “Wurla Glue”, Rutine “Body Party”, Stylish & Ishawna “Secret Lovers”, Stylo G “Come Inna Mi Room”, and Tiana - “So Sexy”.

The multifaceted producer and artist is still completing his radio tours, each week featured on a different radio show to promote the riddim and his single “Body Calling”. Hitmaker prides in his success, with Seduction riddim still on rotation from last year, amongst his other productions Paypa Chasa Riddim where Hitmaker has collaboration with Dancehall superstar,

Konshens.

HITMAKER’S SKIN TO SKIN RIDDIM CONTINUES MAKING ITS IMPACT ON THE DANCEHALL SCENE By: Reeva Proctor

As “Skin To Skin” hit the ITunes stores in July, the summers

DEMONTEVIN LODGE Built in 1881, DeMontevin Lodge (aka DeMontevins Lodge) is an eclectic mix of the Victorian architecturial style, with gingerbread details. As was the practice of the day, the

date of construction is inscribed in the fretwork located above windows and doors throughout the structure. The building’s decorative ironwork was designed and casted in Scotland.

Inside, lavishly carved mouldings surround the doorways and tray ceilings draw the eyes upwards.

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The house was built by the Hon. David Gideon, who became Custos of Portland in 1923. Many distinguished individuals have visited DeMontevin Lodge. In 1923, Queen Elizabeth I stayed at DeMontevin and in 1953 and 1966, Queen Elizabeth II visited. Since 1953, the room where both Queens stayed has been named The Queen’s Room. Some of Jamaica’s distinguished Statesmen including national heroes Sir Alexander Bustamante and Norman Manley, as well as other celebrities have also spent time at the house.

DeMontevin Lodge, a project of the Jamaica National Heritage Trust and the Digicel Foundation. Check out the DeMontevin Lodge whenever you are in Portland, Jamaica.

STAR SEARCH Star Search is a competition for local artists who want to take their career to the next level. 1st prize is a recording opportunity on Stove Love’s Label. We are looking for “radio friendly” music and are judging on lyrics, stage

appearance and presence. For more info call Samantha Nash at: 416-803-1258 or 416-6184448.

YOU & I PRODUCTIONS CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY Mr. Cool will be celebrating 30 years as an International recording and performing artist in the music industry. His music reflects the challenges that people are faced with every day and he wants his music to inspire his audience.

“Blast from the Past” Mr. Cool’s latest album, was released earlier this year and includes cover songs from some of reggae’s greatest legends. This album is currently available on iTunes and CD Baby. Mr. Cool will be performing at Ace of Hearts on Saturday, October 4th, 2014 at 4000 Steeles Avenue, Toronto.

Joining him on stage will be Isax, J Harmony, Django Pan Fyah, June Smith and Vokal Legand.

The MC for the evening is Delroy G. DJs are Massey Sound and Volume One. Show Time 11:00pm.

Ticket price is $15.00 advance and $20.00 at the door. For more information call the infoline: 416 723 1057

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE HEALTH WATCH

A ROOT CAUSE OF DIS-EASE: POOR DIGESTION By: Trisha Smith – Registered Nutritionist, Certified Herbalist www.aderoherbals.com 647 702 6620

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o it’s your first date and you have waited so long to go out with this special person.

You take your seats at the restaurant, sitting her first of course and as you sit down, you pass gas! Embarrassed, you hold your head down praying the smell doesn’t reach her and hoping she didn’t hear anything. There’s nothing you can do to take back the moment and you pray it doesn’t happen again for the rest of the night. Haven’t we all experienced this in one way or the other? Occasional gas,

bloating, belching, stomach pain, food allergies, constipation and gurgling (noisy stomach) may feel normal because everybody does it, right? Wrong. There are presently 110 million people in North America suffering from these symptoms and are not being informed that poor digestion is the root cause of many common inflammatory and systemic diseases.

Your digestive system is made up of the mouth, stomach, small and large intestine along with the liver and pancreas.

The digestive tract is the place where food and liquid are broken down and absorbed to be utilized as energy by the body. Did you know the digestive system is more important than the immune system? How is that you ask?

Because in order for the immune system to function at its best, your digestive system has to be able to absorb all the nutrients through your small intestine so your immune system can operate appropriately.

The gastrointestinal tract (digestive system or G.I tract) is made up of 100 trillion live bacteria that line our gut, there job is to

protect the system by allowing nutrients to permeate the small intestine while keeping toxins out. Whenever you experience one of the symptoms above, it is a sign that your gut flora (good bacteria) is imbalanced and digestion is poor. Causes of poor digestion include feeding babies solid food at an early age, regularly consuming refined sugar products, acidic foods like coffee, alcohol and very spicy food. Decreased fibre intake and an overuse or consistent uses of pharmaceutical drugs (including birth control) are all culprits to the digestive tract.

Lack of exercise, overeating and poor food combining can also inhibit proper G.I function.

How well our body, digests, absorbs and assimilates food will determine one’s digestive soundness and ultimately, overall health. So what can we do to reverse the onset of disease and start building a healthy body from the root up?

Stay away from chlorinated water (tap water) as it kills good bacteria in the gut. Use a filtration system or drink natural spring water. Water should always be Alkaline.

Probiotic complex (should be refrigerated), these

supplements will help you produce enzymes to digest your food and replenish your gut with good bacteria. It will also help with constipation and flatulence. Food Combing When certain foods are eaten together, it is broken down and absorbed more easily by the body. This eases the toxic load improves digestion and greatly; Fermented Foods – Kefir, sourdough, yogurt and much more. These foods contain B vitamins and Folic acid, which are necessary for intestinal health. These foods also increase absorption of nutrients through intestines and supports intestinal mucosa.

Avoid External Stressors – If you suspect that you are allergic to a certain food (i.e. every time you eat chocolate, you itch), cut it out of the diet completely, as your body cannot handle it, hence the reaction. Love yourself – It is a proven scientific fact that affirmations can help shift ones process of thinking from negative to positive, which results in a different and healthier body chemistry.

Affirmation for health, “Every cell in my body is healthy and pain free. My body is full of life and energy”. Say this every morning upon rising.

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MS REEVA’S CORNER / VIEWS Hop. It’s not that Hip-Hop artists are not aware of the Jamaican industry or that labels aren’t aware of the talent, but the product being presented isn’t something for the global masses. Within Hip-Hop music, dancehall is present, but it’s older dancehall; we see the Hip-Hop artists utilizing old rhythms and putting it in their songs.

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quarterly column written by Reeva Ann Proctor of Montreal, Canada; “Let’s Talk Music Business” is an article directed to those interested in the reasoning of a young entrepreneur in the Jamaican Pop-Culture industry.

Where does Dancehall music think its going?

Do you ever sit and wonder where Dancehall music is going? Can you think of the last Dancehall hit that makes everybody, young and old, stand up and call out “pull up!”? Is dancehall a dying breed? We have seen the changes over the years; the rhythms have become 100% electronic, the elements of a classic dancehall beat, gone, and lyrics becoming even more vulgar. Artists have even started to take on fashion sensibilities of the American Industry, with that, slowly; we see that dancehall music is becoming more and more like the Hip-Hop industry. The saddest thing about this change is, Hip-Hop was born from the Dancehall scene. A Jamaican utilized the sound system techniques and created the beginning of Hip-

I sit here, on the outside of Jamaica. I would do anything to take some of our top Dancehall artists and bring them here for more than a week. I would like to take them and venture outside the Island communities here in Montreal or in Toronto, let them hear what is playing in our clubs, on our radios and what music videos are playing on T.V. Their songs just aren’t hitting our markets. What they would hear when they come into these clubs is remixes of classic dancehall riddims such as “Sleng Teng” or “Applause” and they would hear songs by top dancehall artists from the late 90’s and early 2000’s, songs like Beenie Man’s “Who am I”, Mr. Vegas’s “Heads High”, and Buju Banton’s “Action”. I can’t forget that yes, some of Dancehall’s newer music would play and I could tell you what would play.

We would probably hear a 1 or 2 songs by Vybz Kartel, maybe “Only Man She Want” from Popcaan, Konshen’s “Gal a bubble”, definitely one of Gyptian’s songs and throw in “Watch out for This” by Busy Signal, but face it more popularly known because of Major

Lazer.

When is the last time we heard of a “new-age” Dancehall artist headlining and selling out their own show of 10,000, even 5000 people in U.K, Europe, Canada, or the U.S? Half of the artists don’t come nearly enough to build themselves in our markets because they all want $10,000 after one hit (that usually didn’t even hit billboard), don’t forget that they also want the manager, road manager, publicist, friend, and of course the girlfriend who needs a plane ticket as well. Oh, and they all need separate hotel rooms. I could talk hours about the demands our so called “International” artists want. Meanwhile they haven’t even sold 50 copies of their single, yet alone album. I’ve seen Artists come out here while on a mini-tour of two shows and are looking past media outlets, whether big or small because they don’t want to be bothered, or they are “too big” to be featured in this magazine, or that magazine, or so and so’s YouTube channel… I’ve been asked myself how much I was willing to pay for an Interview! I think it’s time that Dancehall artists and industry professionals ask themselves, “Where are we going with this?”

Because I believe if people keep catering to these attitudes and support the changes that are happening we are going to lose what Dancehall really has to offer.

FOUNDATION ARTIST

LEGENDARY DJ RANKIN’ JOE

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hen mentioning the pioneering DJs of the 70’s, usually the names U-Roy, Prince Jazzbo, King Stitt, Dennis Alcapone and others are heard most. Rankin’ Joe is another of these artists who deserves the recognition of their talents and contribution to reggae music over the years. He made a rare appearance in Long Beach, California with singer Michael Palmer last November, and these two tore down the house with hit after hit. Joe recorded singles for various producers such as Bunny Lee, Pete Weston, Watty Burnett, Sly and Robbie, Bunny Diamond and for Sonia Pottinger’s famous High Note label.

Rankin’ Joe was introduced to Joe Gibbs with whom he did singles Leave Fe Me Girl Arlene and Bald Head Bridge featuring Culture. In 1977, Rankin’ Joe was voted the most popular DJ of that year. In 1980, Joe was offered a deal to tour London. In 1981 - 82 he toured America, Canada, Germany and the West Indies. Stay tuned for more on Foundation DJ Rankin’ Joe.

LOUIE RANKIN

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ouie Rankin is a J a m a i c a n dancehall reggae artist, DJ, producer and actor. He was born in St. Thomas, Jamaica and grew up in Rockfort, Warika Hill and East Kingston.

Louie started his career with hits such as ‘Poison’, ‘Don Doc’, ‘Vibes Inna Me’, ‘Boom Bastic’ and ‘The Typewriter’. The latter was a huge crossover hit and still to this day gets airplay! As a matter of fact, Mr. Rankin has been busy in the studio so keep your ears peeled, because an album will drop sometime in the near future!

Rankin also performed in noticeable acting roles as a Jamaican “gangsta” in the movies Shottas and Belly. He is probably the only reggae artist to be a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG.).

Louie has never taken acting classes and credits his natural talent for allowing him to make the strides that he has made thus far. Currently, Louie Rankin has many projects on the go. Two movies to watch out for in the near future are ‘We Run These Streets’ (2014) and ‘Ice City’ (2015).

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE CHAT UP CLOSE & PERSONAL WITH CHELSEA STEWART REGGAEX: Greetings Chelsea, first off, please tell the people who Chelsea Stewart is and where she was born.

CS: I was born in Toronto, Canada. I am a vocalist that was exposed to a variety of genres at an early age. We lived in Montreal when I was younger, my Mom used to play all types of music in the house. You name it, she played it. In the morning, she’d play God Bless the Child

by Billie Holiday and in the night she’d play Conte Partiro by Andrea Bocceli to put me to sleep (an Italian classical song). That is reflected in the music I sing today. I studied classical and jazz music in high school and continued my jazz education at Humber College.

I sing whatever genre works best for the songs I write, whether it’s jazz, gospel, pop, R&B, soul, or reggae. I tried to showcase that knowledge in my single Over You. REGGAEX: How long ago did you start out in the music business and why?

CS: I officially started right after graduating from the regional arts program at Mayfield Secondary School, about 3 years ago. I haven’t regretted that decision since. I enjoy having the freedom to work for myself, sharing the gift of music and bringing joy to others by doing so. It would be a shame for me to sit on the talent that God gave me and not use it to my advantage.

REGGAEX: We have followed Chelsea Stewart for quite a few years now and have seen the gradual upward move that she has been making, tell us who your label and your manager is and what are some of the things they have been doing to take your career to the next level.

CS: Upward move? Thanks for saying that Donna it means a lot. Karen Stewart (my Mom) is my Manager or what some like to call ‘Momager’. She studied marketing among other things at Concordia University, so she definitely knows what she’s doing. It was her crazy idea to go on the road and sell my promotional reggae/jazz/gospel/R&B/pop CDs. She said if Jay Z and Master P can sell CDs

from their car on the streets, so can we.

Within two and a half years, we received donations for over 40,000 of those CDs by going to various Caribbean stores and other locations all over the GTA, from Orangeville to Ajax! We started out in Brampton, at Jamaica House Kitchen and Gems Jerk. Eventually, we created a street team that helped us along the way.

Being on the road allowed us

t o network with people, book shows, and get their feedback. At one point, everyone kept asking “When are you going to release something original?” That is one of the many reasons I’m proud of my current single ‘Over You’!

REGGAEX: Over You is tearing up the airwaves and the charts in Canada and other parts of the world. Tell us about the making of the single.

CS: The making of ‘Over You’ was a long, drawn out process, but I wouldn’t have it any other way because it was a learning experience. My Mom woke up one morning, and heard the first line of the song in her head, “You say you love me, but I have my doubts”. She decided to write the lyrics and melody to the Taxi riddim, but we realized that original lyrics

would benefit from original music. I then added the hook; arranged the song and did the background vocals during a rough recording on my Mom’s Mac Book Pro. We went to a few musicians before we found the right ones to bring our lyrics alive. I thank God for the day we met up with Jonathan (bass, keys, drums) and David (keys, engineer). Together, we made gold.

I’m so happy that ‘Over You’ is getting so much love on the road, and on air!

Especially from my local radio stations CHRY 105.5 FM and G98.7 FM! I knew I loved it, but the love I’ve been getting from people is unexpected and I’m so grateful. For five weeks in a row, Over You was #1 on Puggy Simeon’s Canadian Top Five on CHRY’s Friday Morning Reggae Review, and has been steadily climbing from #10 to #4 on Carrie Mullings Rebel Vibez Top Ten Countdown also on CHRY 105.5 FM. Thanks to everyone for making this possible.

REGGAEX: We know that you have been traveling and promoting yourself, tell us of some of the countries you visited and the reception you got.

CS: My Mom and I were blessed with the opportunity to travel to Hong Kong & China to promote myself as an artist in September and October of 2013. I performed at about 8 venues that included 5 and 7 star hotels like the Shangri La and the Four Seasons Hotel in Hong Kong. Asia loves black people and our music, I’ve heard about it, but it was really cool to see that for myself.

The people there were fascinated by everything about me, my hair, my skin, but most importantly, my voice. Unfortunately, ‘Over You’ wasn’t finished by then, so we couldn’t promote it there. But we made up for lost time when we went to Cannes, France for Midem and London, England in February. After my performance in Cannes, I was blown away by the amount of support received from the people at the show. Just about every person in the venue bought a CD! In London, we went to the streets of Brixton where there is a strong Jamaican community. It was so funny to hear the British patois. I loved every bit of Brixton, (SEE PAGE 21)

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE’S ARTIST UPDATE

BOYO HAMMOND ON TOP OF HIS GAME

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oyo is undoubtedly one of the most versatile singers to come out of Jamaica.

Currently working under the musical direction of The Wiz Orville Malcolm at Kornerstone Studios, Boyo Hammond is putting on the finishing touches to his brand new album, appropriately named, “Winner” This album is, by any standard, one of the best reggae performances to come out of Canada. Laced with pulsating dance-hall baselines, Boyo Hammond captivates with magical renditions of classics such as Nat King Cole’s “Unforgettable” and “The Very Thought Of You”, plus the title song, “Winner” written by Boyo and done in collaboration with his brother Beres Hammond, in the midst of other great originals written by Boyo. Boyo Hammond is also the father of the very talented Lenn and Junior Hammond. Album drops in November 2014.

TORONTO’S CHUX STARR DROPS FIRST SINGLE OFF UPCOMING EP

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hux Starr’s “Dem Set Evil” single was released end of July by Dancehall’s leading distributor 21st Hapilos. The song is a part of a riddim compilation being released by Montreal’s own; Zack Ariyah and mixed by Jamaica’s own; Anthony Records. The single has been receiving recognition across the Toronto scene and has kept his fans anticipated for his E.P releasing within the month.

Chux Starr is known for his 2011 single “Mama” which went viral. The singjay has also been featured on compilations

by BlackSpyda and SoUnique Records, continuously working with upcoming and established producers.

DOUGLAS BOOTHE

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ouglas Boothe recently performed at the ReggaeXclusive Awards Show and did a wonderful performance with songs from this era like Taliban, Guantanamo Cuba, Ukraine & Russia and Slave Trade.

Douglas Boothe is still making waves on the reggae scene.

Look out for Douglas Boothe’s new album and video coming soon. For bookings contact Hermin Duffus at (647) 7699641.

orman Francis aka Lyrics Banton is a dub poet who has been performing in Canada since 1993. The first time he entered in the Jamaica Song and Dub Poet competition, he won. He also entered in 1996 and won again. Lyrics Banton has performed all over Canada in places like Windsor, Kitchener, Hamilton and Toronto. He has shared the stage with the likes of Sanchez, Capleton and many more.

Lyrics, as he is affectionately called recorded 3 songs, ‘Working as a Guard’ and ‘The Princess of Whales’ on Mesjam (MJ) Label, and ‘Mama Africa’ which is on a compilation CD produced by BlackXkimo Label.

Also, ‘Living Life in the Factory’ by Exco Levi was co-written by Lyrics Banton. For bookings contact: (647) 857-1961.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT HEART OF EMPRESS TURNING UP THE HEAT IN CANADA AND JAMAICA

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EO of Heart of Empress Promotion & Production Janet Giannone recently received a Top Record Label Award at the 3rd Annual ReggaeXclusive Recognition Awards held in Toronto, which is the Label’s second Award to date. Artists on the label Norval Edgehill and Mikey Melody also received Awards.

Heart of Empress Promotion & Production is a Canadian based Record Label that deals with Event Promotions and Artist Management. The

label started in 2012 with the sole purpose of promoting and producing artists with positive and unique melodies and its mandate is to build musical bridges from Canada to Jamaica and globally. Mama’s Cry is the first EP released on the the Label featuring artistes Norval Edgehill, Tonya P, Fire Star, I Brilliance and Mikey Melody.

Heart of Empress already has two major shows under their belt, the first one featuring Ninja Man and Teddy Brukshot (a collaboration with Chop Chop Studios) and the other featuring Sizzla and Pliers. Heart of Empress recently expanded by adding a few artistes from Jamaica to its Roster, namely Shadrock, Ras Campbell and Bettadayze.

The label will be releasing new singles from Bettadayze entitled Your Search is over, Ras Campbell entitled Religion & Politics; Shadrock entitled Rocky Road and Norval Edgehill & Mikey Melody entitled Nature Love. The Label is also working with Mikey Melody to promote his new album Back & Belly Rat. Look out for Norval Edgehill’s upcoming album to be produced by I Brilliance. Stay tuned for more to come from Heart of Empress Promotion & Production.

Contact: Facebook.com/JanG or facebook.com/heartofempress.

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min and Trisha have both studied and explored herbal medicine and nutritional sciences for over 10 years.

They specialize in organic herbal medicine including plants from Jamaica like Guinea Hen Weed, Jack in the Bush, Shame old Lady and many more. Their collective aim is to work with Mama Earth and the Community to bring cleansing, rejuvenation and healing to the people in a natural way. Look for more on Amin and Trisha in Dec. 2014 issue.

Togo, Addis and Zawditu, hence the name ITAZ. Itaz Care is made with its base of shea butter, coconut and olive oils just to name a few, also with added essential oils, aloes and mostly love.

professionals on my roster, Mortgage Agents, Home Inspectors and Lawyers; together we have the tools to help you realize your dream of home ownership. If you are not quite ready to buy, my team and I will work with you to get you ready.

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rowing up in the hospitality industry has taught me the importance of honesty and integrity. I have been selling Real Estate since 2005 and I pride myself in making my clients experiences a positive one. Referrals and repeat business account for 75% of my business, 25% comes from new clients like you.

I conducted regular Home Buyer Seminars and have a list of

From a listing stand point, I offer a FREE consultation on your home. By following my advice on how to get your home “market ready” you will get more for your home in a shorter period of time. As an incentive for choosing me as your realtor I will send you and a friend to my ITAZ CARE all inclusive, luxury vacation club in the Dominican Republic (conditions apply). Samantha taz Care is not a miracle Nash can be reached at: 905- cream; it is simply a 454-1100 (office) complete and natural skin care for daily moisture and supple skin for your whole body, for all skin types. Itaz Care was established in 2011, but has been around since 2005. Being inspired by Ises,

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It is suitable for babies 3 months+, children and adults. “Itaz Care is all about keeping it natural and loves to stick with plant and fruit based ingredients. You can get your Itaz Care products from a few stores in the community such as Genesis One in Kensington Market, DJ Records and Clothing, Treajah Isle and Staff of Life on Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, or at the Flea Market at Old Weston Road and St. Clair at Booth #233, every Saturday and Sunday. For more info (647) 772-7953.

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PRODUCER / PROMOTER / ENGINEER SPOTLIGHT

ROKWON PRODUCTIONS

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n spring of this year, Rokwon Productions, teamed up with blazing hot international reggae artists Iwayne and Kabaka Pyramid in Kingston Jamaica, releasing a massive collaboration featuring the duo on their latest riddim called Rokwon Drop Riddim. Iwayne and Kabaka Pyramid seamlessly delivered a smashing hit. The track is entitled “Versatile” and boasts Iwayne, an international reggae star in his own right, known for such hits as “Can’t Satisfy Her” and “Living in Love” and Kabaka Pyramid, a rising young star helping to keep reggae alive with hits like his “Never Gonna Be a Slave” which debuted on MTV. The combination of their melody work well together, Iwayne with his high octave singing compliments Kabaka’s bold clear voice. The song also delivers a strong social commentary for today’s youth,

and chants positive livity and enhancement for all. The rhythm has an old school vibe and takes us back to the days of Marley and Tosh when reggae made you feel good, making a classic hit in today’s music genre. Versatile has been slowly gaining success as the official music video was recently released on You Tube ,with hits of almost 10 000 views, which further cements the song’s popularity and comments from major internet reggae sites have been mostly positive.

The track has also received major airplay on Jamaican stations, Fame FM, IRIE FM, New York’s Hot 97 and several stations across Europe, Africa, North America and other parts of the Caribbean. The riddim was produced by Roger ‘Govany’ Robinson alongside Fire House Crew Band (Sizzla Kalonji’s backing band) and mixed by mix engineer Damion ‘Matic’ Hill, at Backroom Studios in Toronto Canada.

Also featured on this riddim compilation EP are the likes of well known reggae sensations Fanton Mojah and Luciano, the upcoming and talented Spring Wata. G’ovany is also featured on it as an artist. The full album or singles are featured on Rokwon Drop Riddim EP and can be purchased on iTunes.

Get your digital copy today and be sure to check this one out, it’s bound to be a favourite on your playlist this year!

Luciano, Elephant Man, Majasan and Cappadona from Wu Tang Clan. Eventually, Natty created a production team he called So What Productions, where he worked on many projects with much of Toronto’s aspiring R&B and rap artists.

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verett “Natty” Cooper is a successful, self-taught musician and producer, based in Toronto, Canada. Natty drew much of his inspiration from his father, Everett Cooper, the well known businessman and reggae producer known as King Culture. In 2001, Natty produced music for a Toronto based record label called Up North Records where he gained notoriety for the popular single ‘How We Roll’ performed

by Tef & Don. Natty later transitioned from Up North Records to pursue his music production career as a sole entrepreneur doing freelance music production.

Natty produced songs for various artists such as Duvel’s ‘I Ain’t’ released in 2002 as well as Jordan Francis aka JMAN with his single ‘No Matter’.

Natty’s resume also boasts production for international artists including Bounty Killer,

Having been in the music business for a few years, and with some hot singles under his belt, Natty joined a new and upcoming record label, AFlash in late 2003; AFlash later became Sound Street Records Inc. and expanded their roster of artists. In 2005, Natty and members of his So What Productions team separated from Sound Street Records Inc. to pursue projects with Toronto’s new aspiring artists.

Subsequently, in 2006 Natty’s independent production company NattysBeats was born. Artists such as Don Skilachi, with his popular singles ‘Born 2 H.U.S.T.L.E’ and ‘How We Roll’ featuring Khesan were also added to Natty’s repertoire.

However, NattysBeats officially launched in late 2006 with the smoking hot single release ‘I Do’ by new male R&B artist S Davis, and produced by yours truly. Going forward, ‘I Do’ continues to receive much attention from listeners around the world. Stay tuned for more NattyBeats productions at nattysbeats.com.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE SALUTES FOUNDATION REGGAE CROONER

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DJ RECORDS RELEASES NEW CD

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PRODUCER / PROMOTER / LABEL SPOTLIGHT MR ACTION IS A PROMOTER EXTRAORDINAIRE

also started successful annual events such as Pink N Jeans, Klassique, Afrique

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ook out for Eric ‘ACTION’ Morgan’s Documentary Film about a crime he did not commit on the Fifth Estate at 9pm every Friday in November on CBC TV. Action Promotion has been hailed as one of the most popular concert promoters in Canada with over 18 years of experience in the music business. Mr. Action learned the business at an early age, back in 1986 while he was still living in Jamaica under the promotional name and Record Label ‘Bammer’, he promoted his first dance in Duhaney Park, Kingston Jamaica.

Summer 1995 he did a BBQ in Toronto which was the first of many in Canada. In 1998 ‘Heads High’ featured Mr. Vegas, Sean Paul and Alley Cat. 2000 he brought Super Cat, 2001 ‘Link up in the West’ featured David Rodigan and a ‘Stop the Violence’ dance featured Tony Matterhorn.

In 2002 ‘Lock De City’ dance included sounds like Stone Love, Tony Matterhorn, Bass Odyssey, Black Chiney and Cash Money, and ‘Road to World Clash’ dance that same year. In 2003, ‘Two World Champion’ featured Bass Odyssey and Mighty Crown, Aug 2004, ‘Heat’ featured Capleton, Mad Cobra and Assassin, he

WELLCHARGED TRIBUTE TO MAMA

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f you love your Mama, you must purchase this CD, it’s the right thing to do”, said Wellcharged who released a new album entitled ‘Mama’ which is a tribute to his Mother.

According to Wellcharged, he had to do this Album while his Mama is still alive and kicking, she is now 91 years old and still dancing,

and Soul 2 Soul Reunion. Oct 2005, ‘Reign of Fire’ tour featured Capleton, Jah Thunda and Military Man, in 2005 ‘Mr. Action’s Birthday Bash and Cash Money’s 5th Year Anniversary’ featured Frisco Kid and Fire Lion.

Dec 2005, ‘Action Promotion’s 10th anniversary’ celebration featured Beenie Man, in 2006 ‘Ghetto Story’ featured Baby Cham; then Morgan Heritage and Shine Head Concerts in Montreal and Toronto, and ‘Toronto International Cultural Reggae

for all he saw her go through in life so at no time he was ever without.

Wellcharged was only 12 years young when his Mama bought him a home, this was because the landlord at the place they were renting told a wicked lie on him, this was on a Thursday.

His Mother found out the truth the next day on Friday, on the following Monday, he went to School from the rented house, when School was over, Wellcharged’s Stepfather was waiting for him. He thought something was wrong with his Mother but that was not the case, his Stepfather took him to a different place where his Mother was.

She asked Wellcharged to check out the new place and tell her what he thought of it.

Festival’ featured George Nooks and Jah Melody. Still in 2006, ‘Action Promotion’s 11th and Caveman’s 31st Anniversary’ featured Turbulence, Natural Blacks, Fantan Mojah and Ninja Ford and ‘Mr. Action’s Birthday Bash’ was held at Malibu, then in 2007, ‘Gyptian Meet IWayne’ Concert, and ‘Action Promotions 12th and Caveman’s 32nd Anniversary’ featured Tarrus Riley. July 2008 Morgan Heritage Concert, Aug 2008 ‘Toronto International Caribbean Music Festival’ featured I-Octane, Duane Stephenson, Dean Fraser, Assassin, Maximus Dan and Tarrus Riley, Aug 2009 ‘Like Father, Like Son’ featured Tarrus Riley, Jimmy Riley, Assassin, Duane Stephenson and Dean Fraser. Oct 10th, 2009 Action Promotion in association with the Presidential Click presented ‘Champion in Action’ featuring Elephant Man, Coco Tea, I-Octane, Anthony B, Mr. Vegas, I-Wayne, Spice, Ladin, Chino, Gyptian and Swash Intl at Downsview Park.

May 2010 Action Promotion in association with IPEG presented The Manhattans at the Eperanza, June 2010 ‘Best of Both Worlds’ featured Coco Tea, I-Wayne, Chino, Ladin and Exco Levi. When you mention Action Promotion, you know there is always something great to look forward to. Stay tuned for more on Mr. Action.

When Wellcharged went into the new house, he couldn’t believe his eyes; it was so beautiful and awesome. He loved it.

The rest is history, 10 Clunis Avenue, Kingston 10 Jamaica was bought, and to this day it still stands.

Winston says that his Mama is his best friend and therefore he wanted to do this CD in honor of her and all Mothers out there who are taking care of their children.

Check out Winston Wellcharged on Reverbnation, Facebook, Twitter, My Space, Linkedin and You Tube. To get a Tshirt & CD package you have to purchase the CD from any store or call to order directly @ 1-519-8292020.

Michael Cordeiro’s New Book The Fulfillment Of The Scriptures A Must Read!

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PRODUCER / PROMOTER / LABEL SPOTLIGHT ROYALTY DUB RIDDIM COMPILATION - THE MAKING OF A MONSTER! By: Brian Kotler - Executive Producer of Indie Rootz Records

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his adventure began in the summer of 2013. Listening to a Supertramp song called “Sooner or Later” ©1998 while on my way to the studio. I was just loving the vibez as I always do listening to my “progressive rock music” LOL! I quickly made Bobby (producer at Indie Rootz) take vibez too. Bobby said “That sounds like a dub!” And with that inspiration and teamwork the Indie Rootz Dub riddim was made just a few short weeks later. While the riddim is full of vibez, live instruments and an excellent composition, we felt the name was kind of lame so it was then changed to Royalty Dub. After already producing 4 compilation albums, with the last 2 each having 25+ artists on them, this had to be different. We decided to keep it tight, with lots of international

artists and hand pick a few others and keep it between Jamaica and Canada. We wanted talent and artists who will push and promote as hard as we do. One hand can’t clap!

Also, we only wanted positive vibes and no slackness on our album and that’s not so easy these days!

While our intial list of artists evolved and changed, the end result is simply amazing. Right away Aphtanan (an Indie Rootz Artist) was on it! Mikey General loved it but he wanted to do a combination with a next artist. I suggested Meagan Simone (USA) and after checking her music out, Mikey agreed! This was the only way a non-Jamaican or Canadian could get on. While talking to Mikey on Skype, he talked to Luciano, and before you knew it, Luciano was on! I have to say that dealing with Luciano was blessed! For such an international superstar, Luci is so humble and reasonable! He is “The Messenger”! And he had heard good things about Indie Rootz Records in Jamaica.

While in Jamaica last year, I met up with Jimmy Riley. He loved the riddim and was on it so quickly that he voiced while I was still in JA! In fact he even asked me if his protégé Synnus could also do a song.

Never expected that! Back in Canada, with help and the blessings of Jan G of the Heart of Empress label, we got Norval Edgehill and his brother

Mikey Melody on board. Funny thing that while I was in Jamaica, I was staying on the same street as where Mikey Melody lives and I never met up with him there! Then there is Donna Makeda. We have been working with Donna from the beginning of Indie Rootz Records. What started out as a business relationship has evolved into family! Indie Rootz fits Donna perfectly!

Lady G! Both Bobby and I love Lady G! There was no way Lady G was not going to be on this. She came through big time! She did a song (combination) with this hot new artist from Jamaica called Shae Mill. This is going to be a big tune! Lady G went to one of the best studios in Jamaica to voice and even they were impressed with the production!

Lady G even got one of her long time artist friend called Hitman Wally to also voice a song! Nuff Respect Lady G! Now we are working on a mini album for Lady G and you can look for that in 2015!

Another veteran Canadian artist is Juliet Nelson aka Smurfette! She is our secret weapon! LOL She is doing so many harmonies for this album as well as her own song. We are blessed to have her on our team. She is one of Montreal’s and Canada’s best female singers! Another bright star is Empress Minott! The neice of the late Sugar Minott, I met up with her at a show in Montreal and then again at the

ReggaeXclusive Award Show this past June. Both Bobby and I were so impressed with her that we needed to have her on board. Last of all, Patra!

Just like a queen, Patra came through for us with an amazing song. This album is really pure ROYALTY! To wrap this up, I have to give thanks to what I call the Indie Rootz Team! In PR we have: Yanique Spence (Jamaica), Deborah Harewood and Reeva ann Proctor. As well as Bobby’s wife Shakky Allyene, she is also an Indie Rootz artist, but she is just blessing us with harmonies on various songs this time around. Even Bobby will be doing some harmonies too! Putting a project like this together wasn’t easy. Only certain artists and other producers can really relate to this and agree! It’s truly a labour of love! Bobby and I worked endless hours in and out of the studio. The end result will speak for itself.

Remember The Royalty Rub Riddim Compilation will be out mid October 2014. For now, Indie Rootz Records is going to focus on producing singles, EP’s and albums. We are also doing joint projects with both The Heart of Empress label and YuhSeeYou Productions.

Maybe one day we will feel the “compilation” vibes again.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE “LIVE SHOW” REVIEW

WE’RE IN CANADA! THE COLD CAN’T STOP US!

Montreal International Reggae Festival Review / Special Edition of Miss Reeva’s Corner

round as he performed his hits and new singles off his recently released album.

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s a cold front hit Montreal this past weekend, Reggae fans, enthusiasts and regular festival patrons came out to enjoy a 3-day weekend filled with Reggae, Dancehall and urban talent from all parts of the world.

Montreal’s International Reggae Festival is known to be the biggest Reggae festival in Canada.

This summer they celebrated their 11th year with a blend of acts from Canada, Jamaica, U.S.A and Barbados.

Friday night, the sprinkles of rain definitely made an impact on the crowd that showed up to see Maxi Priest and Etana but that didn’t stop the two from giving fans a great kick-off to their weekend at the festival.

Before the international acts, the M.I.R.F stage was blessed with the presence of Juno Nominated, Ammoye, from Toronto, Canada and Montreal’s very own Kaisha Lee, the two being well established singers here in Canada.

Jamaica’s International singer Etana, sang her heart out as patrons swayed back and forth to the melodies of her songs. As Maxi Priest came to the stage, an even bigger crowd gathered

Saturday, the official Dancehall night at the festival, the rain hovered over Montreal.

Though the crowd came in late, M.I.R.F produced a very successful turnout. Jamaica’s breakthrough artist Kalado kicked off the International acts singing his popular songs such as “You Make Me Feel” and “Good, Good Bring Life” following uprising international artist QQ who is popularly known for his single “One Drop”. QQ did a great job at hyping the crowd utilizing Montreal dancers to engage the festival goers even more.

The show continued bringing on the long time and established artist out of the Alliance camp, Kiprich. Kiprich is known for his lyrics, being the champion of 2012’s Sting and his gimmick singles such

as “Telephone Ting” and recently, “Smartphone”. The artist entertained the crowd bringing up a fan from the crowd to showcase a little “Whine and Dagga”.

International Artist, Demarco, involved the crowd with the multitude of hit songs, finishing off with his most well-known track: “I Love My Life”.

Between acts, Montreal’s own Energy Squad hyped the crowd with some classic soca music. This was the second year the fest involved a Soca act on the Saturday night. Last year with the good response to Kes the Band, they decided to bring Barbados soca queen; Alison Hinds. The Barbadian artist stole the show with the first 3 minutes of her set, her DJ and dancers livelying up the crowd between her songs.

Saturday night ended with one of the most anticipated acts; Sean Paul. Allison Hinds was a hard act to follow, the artist did well, but the Reggae Festival fans stayed for about half his set before the wind started to pick up and the rain got worse.

Sunday, the shining weather encouraged M.I.R.F Patrons to come out earlier. Toronto’s Rootsman Sound played sweet reggae music as the band prepped for Marcia Griffiths.

With an hour set, Marcia brought back memories for some and gave the younger generation a taste of real reggae music. On behalf of the

Montreal International Reggae Festival, Black Coalition of Quebec and Jamaica’s High Commission she received an award for being in the business for 50 years.

I-Octane came on the stage ready to greet his Montreal Fans, being here twice before; his fan base has grown each time. Montreal welcomed him with open arms and his set was long enough to please the crowd for 45 minutes. You can easily say that I-Octane was the highlight of Sunday night as the artist ran into the crowd, touching the hands of his fans and bringing the festival up close and personal. I-Octane also showed Canada love, making sure to acknowledge Little Thunder Sound several times, DJ Wiz from CHRY and he invited 3 time Juno award winner, Exco Levi to the stage to share a song.

The night continued, as Little Thunder Sound closed off IOctane’s set and welcomed Sanchez to the stage. One thing about Sanchez, when you bring this artist to the festival patrons of all ages sings his songs and it’s a beautiful thing to see. To end the night, Luciano, who has been expected at the last 2 festivals, closed the show. The artist was apologetic and didn’t disappoint as he put on a great show with back flips, front flips and some real skanking.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE’S ARTIST WATCH and freestyle among his Jamaican and Caribbean brethren when he came to Canada. “My Jamaican brethren explained the lingua to me to get a clearer overstanding of the music that I love, and Rasta Livity. I was inspired by and grew up on tunes by artists such as Rankin Toyan, Tenor Saw, Brigadier Jerry, Yellowman, Big Youth, Bob Marley, Johnny Osbourne, Johnny Clark…and later Supercat.

TUNDACLASH PARTY

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reetings to all in the name of the Almighty JAH, voicing is the one Lion Tunda, elected Iyah to go Preach in this Iwah, a chosen reigning straight from ABBA, HIM is we Father yuh nuh see?” LT Born in 1980 on the Island of Trinidad, Mervyn Sirju (LionTunda) migrated to Toronto in 1994. A reggae lover from a very young age, LT started to write lyrics

In prayers, I sought the Almighty hartically, and found the Truth when the messengers came, they brought the confirmation I asked for. Some very profound spiritual manifestations occurred in my life in the late 1990’s - early 2000’s that changed my perspective of life. After that, I parked up the lyrics and went into social exile. It took over a decade to mentally digest those experiences, and now I decided to put pen to paper, then paper to speaker. This message was conveyed on the track PreJah on the Tundaclash Party Album. I will leave it to Jah to connect the dots in my life, for He is the One who paints the story.

remake of the King of the Arena Riddim, my entry into the Reggae Movement Arena.

Treat Dem Right - Seconds Riddim: One for the Lioness. The Queens have to be honored!

Apocalypse Party - Di Dancehall Riddim: It does not matter what happens in life, the righteous will have fi laugh!

Another One - Trouble Double Riddim: The righteous may trip but never fall, Jah holds us up to walk the path!

Dammagin - Rub up Riddim: The very first lyrics I wrote! The poor shout that the barrel hard to get out; the quick grabby crabs lock them inside, Imagine it keep on spreading, It Damaging!

They get Shock - Mudup 2014 Riddim: This Riddim was remade because I originally voiced this lyric on an older Mudup Version. I liked the way it flowed so much that I had to get it rebuilt.

The Album is available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon & Spotify.

The Album Tundaclash Party features: Pre-Jah - 3Bom Riddim: This Riddim is a

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE CHAT

‘Over You’ playing on London radio stations, and gave three interviews with radio personalities including an interview with Sarah C on Irie FM! It turns out ‘Over You’ sounds similar to and/or is UK reggae. So it was very fitting that we decided to promote it in London!

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and I felt at home even though Iwas so far from it. After taking in the scenes of the city, we started to sell ‘Over You’ on the streets. The most common response we got was, “You came all the way to London from Canada to promote yourself?” To that we said: “Why wouldn’t we? London loves music of all kinds and that’s exactly what I sing!” I took a picture with everyone that got a CD (that would allow it), and I created an album to share it on my Facebook fan page entitled #UKLOVE. Again, the networking began, and people referred us to various radio stations and even passed on contact information!

We received emails with reviews of ‘Over You’ and people were asking where they could hear me live. I performed at quite a few places in London. By the end of the month, I was the featured artist of a reggae event! We got

REGGAEX: What plans do you have for the future musically?

CS: I am currently in the studio recording more music here in Canada. I’d like to travel to some other countries to promote ‘Over You’, which includes my Mom’s place of birth, Jamaica! I plan to collaborate with other artists, and write and produce material for my first album.

REGGAEX: Candid opinion on the reggae music industry in Canada?

CS: I’m a Canadian, I love my place of birth, but there is a big world out there and I look forward to using my gift to motivate and move people with my songs. I hope to travel the world and share the beauty we call music. Canada has a lot of talented artists and musicians who are striving to keep good reggae music alive. I’d like to take this time to thank all the promoters and radio personalities who continuously have kept reggae music on the airwaves, especially those who volunteer their time at community radio stations like CHRY 105.5FM, CIUT 89.5 FM and CKUT 90.3 FM in Montreal. I’d also like to thank Fitzroy Gordon and all his staff

at G98.7 FM for what they are doing for reggae music in Toronto. I recently performed at a G98.7 concert series called Island Fever at The Hard Rock Cafe and the lineup to see the show went around both sides of the street, proving that the people love and want to support the music.

I recently performed at The Montreal International Reggae Festival 2014 which thankfully provides a platform for new artists like me to open up for international reggae music superstars like Pinchers, Marcia Griffiths, I-Octane, Sanchez, and Luciano!

Candidly speaking Donna, changes are necessary in the business. When people decide they want change, change will come.

REGGAEX: While in the process of promoting yourself, tell us a little bit about that journey.

CS: The beautiful part about this journey is the people that I meet every day on the road, with SUCH lovely things to say about how much they enjoy my voice or my music. Like how my voice is so soothing it puts their babies to sleep. Or that they play my jazz CD every morning at work, or how ‘Over You’ is describing their relationship and they played it to help get through their situation. As much positivity as I receive, there will always be negativity. When I’m on the road, people say they’re not interested, put their hand up and walk away, or don’t acknowledge my presence at

all. This rejection allowed me to become a stronger person.

And for every no, I’ll get a yes from so many more people.

The power is in the positive and that is where my focus lies.

REGGAEX: Any words of advice for young artists like yourself?

CS: First of all, I’d say to make sure you perform any opportunity you get. That way, you can find out if you enjoy doing so (and if people enjoy hearing you). Then, get business cards to show people you mean business. It’s also a way to promote you, whether on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If you’re not on all those social networks, get on there because it’s a way to promote to people you’d never meet around the world! Also, if you have the ability, make sure to be involved in the production of your music, the lyrics and music, because if you’re not happy with it, you can’t expect anyone else to be. I would like to take this opportunity to thank ReggaeXclusive for promoting reggae music in Canada in print and online. I would also like to thank the people who stopped, listened and supported my dream with a financial contribution for my CD. The owners that allowed me or my Mom to sit inside or outside of their establishments and sell my CD, I want them to know how thankful we are.

Everyone who support in one way or the other, thank you.

REGGAEX: Thank you for chatting with us Chelsea.

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CHARTS & LISTINGS Rebel Vibez Top 10: Canadian Reggae Chart (Sept. 15th - Sept. 22nd, 2014) 1: Kafinal 2: The Human Rights 3: Chelsea Stewart 4: Kemmy Blake 5: Exco Levi 6: Blessed feat. Tarrus Riley 7: Marky Lyrical 8: Influential 9: Supreme Solyd 10: Paka

DANCEJA Founded by Latonya Dillon aka Latonya Style, with Stacia Edwards aka Stacia Fya and Kimiko Miller aka Kimiko Versatile playing key roles. Dance Jamaica (DanceJa) is a Talent/Entertainment Organization which portrays the culture of Jamaica and its vibrant people. Whether it is a dance class escape, edutainment or just a cultural experience, these three phenomenal women are ready to share their talent and years of experience. They are Jamaican Cultural Ambassadors and popular entertainers specializing in Dance teaching and performing. They are dancers and choreographers in music videos, Dance Instructors and also an inspiration to other female dancers to strive for excellence within the performing arts.

They have worked and performed with artistes such as Sean Kingston, Mr. Vegas, Elephant Man, Sizzla, Patra, Alaine, Spice, Beenie Man, Charly Black, Ishawna, Macka Diamond, Bounty Killer, Sizzla, Taurus Riley, Capleton, Busy Signal, Lady Saw, Shaggy, T.O.K., Nicki Minaj and many more. As well, they have individually performed in Canada, West Indies, Russia, Europe and Africa.

Versed in all forms of Dancehall and Reggae dance, they strive for perfection while maintaining positive energy and vibes as well as something that is fit for people of all ages. Currently, there are about 15 DanceJa members both female and male hailing from across Jamaica. You can find them at: www.danceja.com and on FB: dance jamaica or danceja.

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Delroy G (Toronto) Sat G98.7FM DJ Spex (Toronto) Sun G98.7FM DJ Wiz (Toronto) Thurs CHRY 105.5FM Natty B & Bigga (Toronto) Wed CHRY 105.5FM Richard Banton (Toronto) Sat CHRY 105.5FM Puggy Simeon (Toronto) Fri CHRY 105.5FM DJ Red X (Toronto) Fri CHRY 105.5FM Sir B (Toronto) Sat CHRY 105.5FM Luther Brown (Toronto) Sun CHRY 105.5FM Carrie Mullings (Toronto) Mon CHRY 105.5FM Mercilyn (Toronto) Sat CHRY 105.5FM Dibi Hawkes (Toronto) Sun CIUT 89.5FM Patrick Roots (Toronto) Wed CIUT 89.5FM King Turbo (Toronto) Mon CIUT 89.5FM Durmot Williams (Toronto) Fri CIRV 88.9FM Scabba G (Toronto) Sat CIUT 89.5FM Elaine ‘ET’ Thompson Sat CMR101.3FM George Barrett (Vancouver) Sat CFRO 100.5FM Dudley George (Vancouver) Sat CFRO 100.5FM Kwabena Reuben (Vancouver) Sun CIVL 101.7FM DJ Cool (Kitchener) Mon-100.3FM/soundfm.ca Wayne Vernon (Vancouver) caribbeanexpress.ca Ras Bingi Catt (Quinte) Sat-91.3FM (91x fm online) Various DJs (Birmingham) jamradio.co.uk Unity Radio 1 (Birmingham) unityradio1.co.uk Sting Them Radio (Birmingham) stingthemradio.co.uk Supreme Radio (London) supremeradio.co.uk Bess FM 100 (Jamaica) bessfm100.com DJ Fullclip (Jamaica) starzfmradio.com Ron Nelson (Toronto) reggaemania.ca Spoila Ranks (Toronto) spoilaranks.com MONTREAL RADIO PROGRAMS Full Circle Show Wed CKUT 90.3FM Caribbean Rhythms Sat CKUT 90.3FM Positive Vibes Show Thurs CKUT 90.3FM Roots Rock Reggae Show Mon CKUT 90.3FM Reggae Jam Show Sun K103.7FM madvibezradio.com; magashcrew.com; iriesensationradio.co.uk;

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RADIO PERSONALITY SPOTLIGHT DJ FULLCLIP OF STARZ FM

ones and twos.

His first hand at spinning fell short because of a financial setback that caused him to sell his equipment. Round two was three years later and he always wanted to get back into the mix. He got that chance and has never looked back. Once said by Full Clip, “If I can’t see and feel the energy in the room I must be doing something

wrong”. Full Clip wants to please the people with the high energy he brings. You can catch DJ Full Clip on starz fm 1-(876) 558-7133. Starz Fm Radio, Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica W.I. Tel: 1 (876) 5587133. Starz FM, The People’s Radio - Lock n Load.

in 1996/1997 that King Turbo started a program called Morning Ride. Scabba G was a regular caller, tuning in every Monday morning and giving his ‘shout outs’ like nobody else does. Then one day, he was in King Turbo’s studio and was talking to Sling Shot whom he asked if he could come and help out with the show. He started off by answering the phones and then progressed to being one of the main on air personalities. Today, Scabba G is still a part of Morning Ride where his segment of the show is the Home Grown, all DJ ROOKIE DANGER Canadian reggae music. t the age of 11, DJ Rookie Scabba G has always been a Danger started his huge supporter of bringing collection of music.

Getting his Canadian Reggae music to the forefront and giving the artists hands on LP’s, 12” and 45’s their chance to be recognized. varying from hip hop, reggae and soul. He used earnings As a result of his genuine from a paper route job to help devotion to Canadian Reggae fund his music, Scabba G was able to collection. Before attending land his own show which high school, he began to make started on February 22, 2014 a name for himself; DJing at called Steady Vybz. It runs BBQ’s, high school events and every Saturday morning from local night clubs. Then in 1998, 9:00 am to 10:00 am on CIUT Rookie got his first break on 89.5 FM. He is joined by DJ radio as a special guest DJ on Rookie Danger and Shaggy the station KISS 92.5 FM.

passion for music grew and enrolled himself into Trebas Institute’s Audio Engineer program. Upon completion, Rookie worked as a Recording Engineer at King Turbo studios where he got to work with artists like Alton Ellis (RIP) Freddie McGregor and Morgan Heritage. He has also produced interviews with icons including The Mighty Sparrow, Wayne Wonder, Luciano and Mighty Diamonds.

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000 was the first time DJ Full Clip ever touched the tables and it was a day that changed him in a big way.

Adrian Farquharson aka DJ Full Clip, a fourteen year old kid from May Pen, Jamaica had a dream to rock the house with some dope beats on the

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ayne Jones, otherwise known as “Scabba G” was born in Clarendon, Jamaica. He came to Canada in February, 1979 where he lived in Montreal, Quebec with his immediate family and extended family. It was in Montreal where Scabba G first started to develop his love of Reggae music.

Scabba came to Toronto, in 1988 connected King Turbo whom he came to admire and enjoyed the voice of Ricky Turbo and the quality playing of ‘man like Sling Shot’.

He also enjoyed listening to Barry Culture, Hi-Tech and Heavy Weight sound, while always enjoying the sounds of Stone Love, Cave Man and Bodyguard from Jamaica. It was through a good friend, Sean Green (aka, Biggs R.I.P.), that Scabba G met Jabba and Sleepy from a sound out of Wayside in Scarborough, Ontario called Charlo International. Scabba G picked up the microphone and from then, the rest is history. It was

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Don. The entire hour features all Canadian artists which distinguishes his program from Morning Ride, where the main focus of reggae music that is played is from Jamaica. Scabba G has also started a sound called Steady Vybz with DJ Jabba. Steady Vybz also MC’s and DJ’s for all occasions.

Rookie Danger earned his name by truth of his early engagement in the business and his ‘dangerous’ ability to select music. In the early 2000’s, Rookie started promoting events around the GTA, as well as travelling to various cities in Canada and the US under the sound name Final Assassins.

After high school, Rookie’s

Rookie D’s portfolio began to build as he started his first audio-educational seminar with his mentor Slingshot entitled ‘How Sound Works’.

Today Rookie has grown to be a staple in the Toronto area, and reggae community. He works on the radio as a cohost on CIUT’s Morning Ride; selecting mostly foundation, flashback and homegrown content. Rookie also works as DJ/Producer on Steady Vybz with host Scabba G also on 89.5FM. Rookie recently conducted another seminar teaching audio, visuals and event planning with his colleague Eddy David, for the LSA program in the JaneFinch community. He believes he is truly doing his calling. He loves to educate others, as well as himself. He continues to perfect his craft as a gift to his fans and lovers of the music. For more info on Rookie Danger, his interviews, or for contact please visit: RookieDanger.com.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE SINGERS SPOTLIGHT with the album ‘One Way Ticket’ in 1994. The renewal of Rastafarian influence into dancehall music in the early 1990s had begun with artists such as Tony Rebel and Garnett Silk. After Silk’s death in late 1994, many looked to Luciano to continue consciousness in reggae music.

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orn and raised in Davyton, Manchester, Jamaica, Luciano began recording in 1992, with his first single ‘Ebony & Ivory’ on the Aquarius Record label, followed by his debut album Moving Up for RAS records in 1993.

Also in 1993, Luciano scored a #1 UK reggae hit with the song “Shake It Up Tonight”. Luciano rose to prominence in the mid1990s, at the height of the “Rasta Renaissance” in dancehall music, beginning

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nthony Malvo began his singing career in the early 80’s in Kingston Jamaica on the Legendary Black Star Sound System. Anthony Malvo’s song ‘Rain from the Skies’ and ‘Come Back to Me’, both with reggae artist Tiger, are Anthony’s first recordings.

‘Jump Spread Out’ featuring Daddy Lizard made the American Billboard Chart back in the 80’s. In the early 90’s Malvo worked with reggae producer and artist Anthony Red Rose. In 1999, Malvo

He was awarded the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer on October 15, 2007 in recognition of his contribution to reggae music. In July 2009, Luciano paid his respects to fellow musician Michael Jackson by releasing a reggae tribute (on Lioni Records) of Jackson’s iconic USA for Africa charity song, ‘We are the World’. His latest album ‘The Qabalah Ma, was released November 2013 and he is featured on the Indie Rootz Records compilation Royalty Dub October 2014.

York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Connecticut, Texas and Delaware. For the rest of the year she will be in Atlanta, Florida, Jamaica, and as the time goes by she is getting more and more bookings.

TASHA T IS UNSTOPPABLE

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asha T is currently riding a wave of success with her sophomore album ‘Real Talk’. Since its release, Real Talk has received rave reviews from a number of international reggae websites and magazines including R e g g a e v i l l e . c o m and Unitedreggae.com. Tasha is currently undertaking the US leg of her Real Talk tour. So far, she has done a number of dates in places such as New

Real Talk is currently on the New York Foundation Radio Network Top 20 Albums Chart and on the South Florida Top 15 Albums Chart. It has also registered on DJ Gusma T’s Top 20 Reggae Albums Chart in Italy. Bed of Fire, the lead single from the album, is doing well on the charts. It’s the #1 song on the Rebel Vibez Top 10 Chart and Friday’s Reggae Review with Puggy Simeon. It has held that position for more than 7 weeks. Over in New York, Bed of Fire is on the Foundation Radio Top 30 Music Chart and in South Florida it is on the South Florida Top 25 Reggae Chart.

Check: www.tashatmusic.com.

decided to launch his own recording label Real Music Production. Then in 2003 Malvo produced and recorded another hit rhythm entitled Ballistic Affair with Capelton. Together, they recorded ‘One Day Rude Boy’.

energetic performance at Reggae Jam in Germany; Rototom Festival in Spain and Uprising Festival in Slovakia in 2014 only added another accolade to his musical resume.

In 2004 Malvo released ‘The Best of Anthony Malvo 80’s & 90’s’. In 2006, he released the ‘Sit Dun Pon it’ Rhythm. He released ‘Ungrateful’ in 2009 and in 2010 he released ‘Spoil fi mi Woman’. In 2011 he released ‘Cyan Draw Wi Out’ featuring Sizzla and ‘Bad Mind People’. Also in 2011, Anthony received a Lifetime Achievement Award in Bridgeport Connecticut for his 30 years of contribution to Reggae Music. From 2011 to 2014 Anthony has been touring the world doing live performances with Admiral Bailey, Tiger, and Johnny P. Look out for his new single ‘Hurt’.

Using social commentary and personal related contents to bring out his messages, he has recorded songs such as ‘The Calling’, ‘Voice of the young’, ‘Coming home soon’, ‘Hungry’ and ‘Rasta Party’. This multicurrently singer talented operates EDB entertainment and has already released his first album titled ‘The Calling’ with a second album on the way called ‘The Journey begins’ to be released early 2015. Exile Di Brave has one thing in mind – To face the music with confidence and courage. He believes with the right attitude and message he will be able to inspire the world one verse at a time.

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oised, confident, lyrical and talented are just a few words that describe Exile di Brave. This Jamaican reggae artiste hails from the sunshine city of Portmore. Exile Di Brave has captivated audiences on shows such as ‘Westmoreland Curry Festival’, ‘Spectrum’ ‘Conscious Reggae Party’ and Bob Marley Festival in Negril.

This charismatic artiste is serious about his music and has so far toured Guyana, England and Europe. His

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE’S SINGJAY / DEEJAY SPOTLIGHT positive vibe emanating from him wherever he goes.

Versatility and crowd command is definitely one of Ras Campbell’s distinctive features, as the crowd goes wild at the mention of his name.

In 2001 Tixxybang migrated to the United Kingdom in search of better opportunities. His life, name and music evolved. He became a Rastafarian, his name changed to Tixxybang and his music began to have a greater purpose.

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ixxybang was given the name Marlon Anthony Rhule by his parents and the nickname Silver Ticks. The name Silver Ticks soon changed to Tixxy Banton because of his melodic deejay style and he was often compared to prominent Reggae icon Buju Banton.

Tixxy did his first recording at Bully’s studio in Spanish Town.

During his time in England he did Music Production courses at Redtape Studio in Sheffield, wrote and recorded many songs. He has also performed on shows with Movado, Gyptian, I Octane and Khago to name a few. Performing at Sting 2012 was a major boost for his career, since then he has performed at Follow di Arrow 2013, Peter Tosh Tribute Concert and many more. With hard work and determination over the years, he was able to set up his own independent Record Label and Recording Studio called L.Vision & Sounds Production in his community Lluidas Vale to try and help other youths like him.

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as Campbell is a young, rising reggae artiste who hails from the parish of Portland, Port Antonio. Ras Campbell is well-loved in his community and hailed as ‘the people dem food basket’. He reflects the likes of Jacob Miller, Peter Tosh and Lucky Dube but still finds a crevice to place himself in to be unique and versatile. Ras Campbell’s stage presence is ‘off the chain’; he has a strong,

opportunity to move to Canada and took it.

years Jah Vinci struggled to launch his music career, with no success. He then met Adija Palmer aka Vybz Kartel, who invested in his talent and provided the financial support he needed to launch his career.

Jah Vinci made hits such as ‘Naa Stop Search until I Find’, ‘In My Life’, ‘Mama Love‘and ‘Rocka My Baby’.

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ndre Rhoden chose the stage name Jah Vinci because it was reflective of his divine gift of song and his creative genius that reveals itself in his lyrics. Jah Vinci was born in August Town, Kingston, Jamaica. His life was touched by tragedy when he lost a brother to a violent crime in 2005. He has used this tragedy as motivation to create a better life for himself and his family through his music. For many

He has also collaborated with several artists and top producers. Despite launching a successful career Jah Vinci wasn’t satisfied with the direction his career was going.

He wanted to make music that not only made his fans feel good but positively inspired, uplifted and motivated them.

He therefore separated himself from the Gaza Empire (headed

by Vybz Kartel) and went on to start his own brand: Out Clear Movements. Currently, he has a brand new and vibrant management team.

A few months ago, Ras Campbell promoted one of his many shows in his hometown and had an excellent turnout as the people came from all over to support their favorite artiste. His onstage act at that Event had the people shouting “encore, encore”, and he willingly obliged by returning to the stage and giving them some more of the ‘World Best’.

Ras Campbell has released singles like Jah Jah Never Fail, Love Inna Di House, Call Mi and I Wish, all under his own label Nyla Records. Currently working with Heart of Empress Promotion & Production, his new single Religion & Politics will soon be released.

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enford was born in St Elizabeth, Jamaica. At the age of 3 his mother brought him to her home town, Kingston 2, Rockfort. He was known in the community as Little Man then his name to Little Ranks. By age 18 Puddy Roots took a particular interest in Little Ranks and became his mentor. He was later recorded by the infamous producers Sly and Robbie and Chris Stanley at Music Mountain Studios but nothing ever became of these songs as he had an

While in Canada, he created Getto Swing sound system..

Little Ranks then changed his name to Junior Hugh and entered the Montreal Francophone competition. He claimed 1st prize which was a 14 day tour in France where he performed in several cities.

Upon his return he recorded J’t’equipe from the album L’accent Grave with Montreal French rapper Yvon Kreve.

The album later topped Quebec sales and won best francophone album at the Canadian Music awards.

Junior Hugh’s musical career was definitely on track until he was shot 6 times, and then everything went on hold. 2002 Junior Hugh moved to Toronto for a fresh start and in 2014 released his first single ‘Jus Love’ under his new name Syndrum.

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REGGAEXCLUSIVE NEW VOICES IN REGGAE which Samuel sang with. While around Errol, he met Dennis Brown, Sugar Minot and Freddy McGregor among others who helped inspire him.

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amuel Blake aka Robby Robert or Grung Fyah is a Reggae Artiste from Harewood, Newport District, St. Catherine, Jamaica. He started recording his tracks at King Tubby’s Studio then went to King Jammy’s Studio. Kings Arrows and Black Studio are two other Studios that he recorded music with. Samuel Blake went to town and saw Errol Scorcher who helped him get into the music industry. Errol had a sound system called Upsetters

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afira Mono is more than just a mere Singjay.

A born fighter in the music industry she has been doing so much behind the scene to keep reggae music alive. Island Beats is honored to promote her heartfelt and powerful track ‘The Heart of Men’, a song that reaches straight to the heart as a survivor in the struggle. In June 1986 Shockera was born to Moya & Derrick Pinnock. In spring of 2000 Lady Shock migrated to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In 2001 Lady Shock

Music was turning over sufficient funds for him so he started a restaurant calledf Grung Fyah Food; that was where he met I Wayne after which they started recording music together. Their first collaboration was ‘Thin Line and Edges’. Grung Fyah continued recording songs like ‘Weh Mi Seh Fi Call Mi Grung Fyah’, ‘She Seh She Love Mi But Mi Too Black’, ‘Rasta alone in the Wilderness’, ‘Dem a Hustle the Trod’ and ‘Come close to Mi’ among others.

Currently, he is performing on Bob Marley Shows, Follow Di Arrow and St. Mary Mi Come From among others. For bookings: (876) 289-9949.

attended South Plantation High and in no time she was free styling with Yankees during lunch breaks. In 2002 Lady Shock wrote some of her greatest song lyrics in church.

One Sunday a preacher was preaching about Ananias and Zafira and Lady Shock’s cousin pointed at her and said the story was about her because Lady Shock had lied to a pastor weeks prior to that. Lady Shock then ceased the name and took on Safira, in Hebrew it means “Precious Gem.”

music at the age of sixteen, he then felt the call of Rastafari grow from within him.

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orn in a garrison called South Central in Kingston, Jamaica on May 18, 1980 as Kary Anthony Nugent, Lion began to follow his passion for music. After hearing the call of

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orn into a musical family it comes as no surprise that Shannan “Shae Mill” Miller has chosen to pursue a career in music. She credits her family and the church for the development of her talent in her earlier years. In 2002 Shae Mill went on to Northern Caribbean University (NCU).

While in college she met a fellow student by the name of Jermaine “T-One” Hamilton. TOne was also very involved in music and encouraged Shae to learn audio engineering and practice making beats. She did just that.

Safira went on to work on numerous songs throughout her career leading up to the year 2010. In 2011 Safira felt alone, and lost trust in the people around her and proclaimed to be “ONE” “I am Mono. It took a lot for me to find myself and now that I have found myself I am “ONE” with myself; thus, I am Safira Her first official release came Mono.” Keep an ear out for early 2013. The song titled If Yuh Think Yuh Bad on the Hot Safira.

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Pursuing music, he has written and performed his own music in live venues, on radio and on television throughout Jamaica.

Lion’s videos “Firm, Firm” and “Jungle Lion” can be viewed on YouTube, both were filmed in Kingston, “Firm, Firm” also appeared on RE TV in Jamaica. Lion has now resided in Canada for two years and continues to develop new music in a local studio and collaborate with various artists. recording artiste, Tiana. The rhythm composed by Shae Mill and produced by Carlington Wilmot on the Outaroad Label also features Konshens, Darrio and other artistes. July 12, 2013 marked the release of Shae’s first official music video and the official release of her song “A You Mi Love”. This was followed by the release of her smooth lovers’ rock The Way You Love Me in November of the same year and the release of the sensual single Sweet Love (Even If a Lie) on Valentine’s Day 2014.

Currently, she is featured on a song called “Rock & Come In” alongside Lady G on the Indie Rootz Records compilation album Royalty Dub. Armed with musical genius, close to 300 beats and albums worth of recorded music, this 5’3” of pure platinum is on her way to success in the music business both locally and internationally. Shae says “I was born for the arts, all of them. I write, I perform, I draw, I paint. The people I have in my life are all responsible for the incredible skills I possess today. The struggles I have had in my life are responsible for the armor that my skin has become. I am unbreakable, unstoppable.”

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