Friday, December 12, 2014
Sunday, November 9, 2014
STELLAR GUITARIST ROBERT “DUBWISE” BROWNE LAUNCHES SOLO CAREER AFTER 15 YEARS WITH SHAGGY
Kingston,
Jamaica-Nov. 3-After
touring and recording with Grammy winning reggae/dancehall artist
Shaggy since 1998, acclaimed guitarist Robert “Dubwise”
Browne has
decided to leave the band to put all of his energies into pursuing
his solo career as an instrumentalist.
Browne’s
new project, “Groovy
Love Thing,”
is scheduled to be released independently in January of 2015. “Groovy
Love Thing”
will be distributed by Zojak Worldwide digitally, and Browne is
currently in discussions regarding distribution of physical copies of
the CD.
“Although
I've released two albums since working with Shaggy, I figured that
this was the necessary step I had to take now towards being committed
to my own music and career,” said
Browne. “Shaggy
& Valley Touring, Ltd, (his touring company) are disappointed
with my decision but they gave me their blessing and said if I should
ever want to return, my position as guitar player in his band will be
available.”
As
an essential part of his signature groove and crossover sound,
Browne recorded with Shaggy on his albums “Lucky
Day” (2002),
“Clothes
Drop”
(2005), “Summer
In Kingston” (nominated
for Grammy in 2012) and “Out
Of Many One Music” (2013).
About
Robert “Dubwise”
Browne’s
New Project
The
first single "Groovy Little Thing" will be released early
this month. The project is a compilation of popular Jamaican reggae
songs from the past decade and rearranged in what would be considered
smooth jazz format. Browne,
whose influences include Jimi Hendrix, Lee Ritenour and Joe Satriani,
released his first solo album, the critically acclaimed “Robert
Dubwise: Birth” in
2004.
“I
am happy with how the songs on “Groovy
Love Thing”
are turning out,” said
Browne. “It's
been a while since I've put this much focus and energy in a project -
my
previous release was in 2010 (“Electrifying
Grooves Of DiVersion”)
and I'm excited to get it out for everyone to hear what I've done
with these songs.”
About
Robert “Dubwise”
Browne’s
New Website:
With
the release of the single "Groovy Little Thing" Browne will
be launching his new website, which will feature information, photos,
and songs from all of albums that you can hear, and you can also
follow links to buy his products as well as links to his social
media sites. It will also include concert dates and will be updated
with new information periodically.
About
Robert “Dubwise”
Browne
Robert
“Dubwise”
Browne comes
by his talent honest—he
hails from one of Jamaica’s
most prestigious musical families. His father, renowned
bassist/producer Glen Browne, head of Island Treasure Records, has
worked with everyone from Ziggy Marley to jazz greats Monty Alexander
and Delfeayo Marsalis and is currently touring with Tarrus Riley. His
twin brother, bassist Richard “Shams”
Browne has
produced some of dancehall’s
hottest riddims. His uncle, producer Cleveland “Clevie”
Browne was a
member of the famed classic dancehall duo Steely and Clevie. Uncle
Dalton Browne has was influential in launching the Big Ship label
with reggae great Freddie McGregor.
Throughout
his illustrious career, Robert “Dubwise”
Browne has
had the opportunity to tour the world, including opening for the
Rolling Stones with Shaggy. He performed a solo set with his own band
at Reggae Sunsplash 2006 in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. He has also toured
and recorded with NBC’s
“The
Voice”
season five winner Tessanne Chin, Burning Spear, Jimmy Cliff, Toots
Hibbert, Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, Morgan Heritage, Monty
Alexander, Damian "Jr Gong" Marley, Julian Marley, Heather
Headley, Beres Hammond, Tarrus Riley, Sly & Robbie and more. In
1998, Browne made history by playing on Lauryn Hill’s
iconic album, “The
Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” which
went on to win several Grammy awards including Album of the Year.
Follow
Robert “Dubwise”
Browne, (aka
Dubz):
www.robertdubwise.com
http://instagram.com/robertdubwise
www.facebook.com/robertdubwise http://www.youtube.com/robertdubwise
http://instagram.com/robertdubwise
www.facebook.com/robertdubwise http://www.youtube.com/robertdubwise
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Rani Shelah Moody, 2014
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Queen Makedah
"Blending reggae with the traditional sounds of R&B gorgeous lush vocals, Queen Makedah will take you on a vocally adorned journey to the very root of your soul. You’ll love the uplifting lyrics that border on socio-political issues tender to all our hearts. Good stuff." Smother.net (Spiritual Healing Album Review)
"This is fresh and so different and is just basically one of the best Albums out there and is soothing for the soul and this CD is certainly a heavy weight contender for today’s world of music especially with its fresh stance." English Crew, CD Baby (Spiritual Healing Album Review)
"Queen Makedah - Spreading Peace through Voice. Queen Makedah thrilled the crowd with charisma and vocal bravado, infusing R&B, soul and gospel into the traditional reggae grooves, while delivering music that is accessible and danceable." Andrew Creasey, Oregon Music News
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Streetwise Radio,Live365,Athena365,MyGen365.
TOURNENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS CONSCIOUS REGGAE ARTISTS I WAYNE AND BLACK AM I ON TOUR THIS FALL
Black Am I
Oakland,
CA—TourNentertainment is proud to announce the I
& I U.S. Tour 2014,
featuring two of Jamaica’s hottest roots/reggae performers,
acclaimed reggae/dancehall singer I
Wayne and
Ghetto Youths International protégée Black
Am I. The
two fiery Rastafarian performers represent the past, present and
future of reggae music.
The I
& I U.S. Tour 2014 kicks
off in southern California on Oct. 22 and wraps up in Tampa, FL, on
Nov. 30.
I Wayne
I
WAYNE BIO
I
Wayne is a
DJ’s dream. His VP Records produced hits, “Can’t Satisfy Her”
“Living in Love” and “Lava Ground” have moved the masses with
intoxicating beats and militant lyrics while inspiring love and
romance in the dancehall. Throughout his career, I Wayne has
demonstrated the ability to touch people at large scale music
festivals as well as intimate night spots.
Born
Cliffroy Taylor in Portmore, JA, I Wayne was raised by his aunt and
her husband, legendary keyboardist Ansell Collins, known for his work
with Jimmy Cliff and other artists.
I Wayne
remembers singing along while Collins played the keyboards. According
to the singer, his moniker, I
Wayne,
derived from his childhood nickname, Dwayne, given to him by his
parents.
In
Rastafarian culture, I & I represents the oneness between the
human and the divine.
I
Wayne is also known for his expansive vocal range, which can soar
from low tenor to falsetto.
“I
would classify myself as a chanter, a singer and a singjay,” said I
Wayne. “I
don’t limit myself. Sometimes, I blend the three styles on one
riddim to create a new sound. I can blend reggae with R&B.”
With
his chart topping, soul-infused dancehall anthem, “Can’t Satisfy
Her,” I
Wayne
brought to light the rampant sexual exploitation of women in Jamaica.
Partially based on news reports and actual events that took place in
his community, “Can’t Satisfy Her” tells the tragic tale of a
young woman who went into prostitution to escape poverty and lack of
opportunity.
As
a photogenic artist with a huge female fan base, I
Wayne does
not consider himself a reggae sex symbol per se. But he feels that
it important to create a balance between being hard core and sensual
in his music.
“With
females, you know, you have to put some of the harsh vibes aside and
deal with it calm,” said I
Wayne. “You
haffi move like the lava.”
According
to I Wayne, his hit politically charged hit, “Lava Ground” is a
metaphor for the power of nature and the Most High, and warns people
against committing injustice.
“I’m
just reminding people that the lava; it’s nature; it’s more
powerful than the gun and the knife,” said I-Wayne.
I
Wayne glorifies the regenerative power of volcano, which can cause
mass destruction when spewing fire, but is also a fertile ground for
vegetation; lava rocks can also be turned into beautiful glass and
gems.
On
the I & I
U.S. Tour 2014, I
Wayne is
looking forward to going back on the road, sharing his energy with
his fans and generating new ideas.
Black Am I
BLACK
AM I BIO
Rising
star Black Am
I is a
protégée of Damian Marley and Ghetto Youths International. In the
summer of 2014, Black
Am I
performed as one of the opening acts for Damian Marley, performing at
large scale music events such as the California Roots Music and Arts
Festival in Monterey, CA.
Along
with embarking on the I
& I U.S. Tour 2014, Black Am I
will perform with Shaggy, Etana, Wayne Marshall, Christopher Ellis,
Tarrus Riley and other reggae greats on the Welcome to Jamrock Reggae
Cruise, hosted by Damian Marley, from Oct. 20-25.
Black
Am I was
born Owen Davis on Nov. 17, 1984 in Nine Miles, JA, the birthplace of
reggae icon Bob Marley. In honor of Robert Nesta Marley, Black
Am I
received the nickname I-Nesta from his father. He began writing
lyrics at age 16 and recorded his first demo CD in 2005. He derived
his moniker from his song “Black Am I” the first track he
recorded for Ghetto Youths International. The song promotes black
pride, solidarity and self-determination.
“The
song says that I am black and I won’t be doing certain things like
bleaching my skin; and I will stick to my roots and culture,” said
Black Am I.
Other
notable tracks by Black Am I include “Modern Day Freedom,” and
“Sound System.”
Vocally,
Black Am I
considers himself a singjay; his influences include, naturally, Bob
Marley as well as fiery roots reggae artists such as Damian Marley,
Tarrus Riley Sizzla Kolonji, Jah Mason and Jah Cure.
“I’ve
always wanted to do music could inspire people and could have the
kind of impact that Bob Marley’s music has,” said Black
Am I. “My
message to the youth is to take life serious, and make sure that you
know that education is the key. Do what you love and love what you
do, and do it to the best of your ability.”
ABOUT
TOURNENTERTAINMENT
TourNentertainment,
a “meeting place for artists, bands and promoters,” was founded
by Albert
“Pretty” Cooke,
Tressa Wells and Alreca Smith.
Cooke,
an AR agent, also works as tour manager for P. Diddy, Stephen and
Damian Marley, Michael Franti and Spearhead and others.
“The
first part of our name says it all-TOUR,” said Cooke.
“We book tours. We are focused on cutting wasteful spending, from
which neither the artists or the promoters benefit. By being on tour,
bands are more accessible. More people hear and see them perform.
They have opportunity to sell their records and other merchandise
that brings in additional income and keep promotion. Promoters are
encouraged to stay in the business of bringing good music to the
masses while the bands and artists have the opportunity to deliver
their music and other wares. We
are the meeting point between the point of origin of music and the
point of consumption; our mission is to satisfy the souls and soothe
the savage beasts of music lovers and promoters.”
I
WAYNE/BLACK AM I TOUR CONFIRMED DATES AND VENUES
|
WORLDBEAT
CULTURE CENTER |
SAN
DIEGO, CA |
22-Oct |
www.worldbeatcenter.org |
|
NEW
PARISH |
OAKLAND,
CA |
23-Oct |
www.thenewparish.com |
|
MOE'S
ALLEY |
SANTA
CRUZ, CA |
25-Oct |
www.moesalley.com |
|
ZODIAC |
PETALUMA,
CA |
26-Oct |
www.zodiacspetaluma.com |
|
MATEEL
CENTER |
REDWAY,
CA |
27-Oct |
www.mateel.org |
|
NECTOR
LOUNGE |
SEATTLE,
WA
|
28-Oct |
www.nectarlounge.com |
|
JAZZ
BONES |
TACOMA,
WA |
29-Oct |
www.jazzbones.com |
|
HAWTHORNE
THEATER |
PORTLAND,
OR |
30-Oct |
www.hawthornetheater.com |
|
FOX
THEATER |
BOULDER,
CO |
2-Nov |
www.foxtheatre.com |
|
BLUEBIRD |
DENVER,
CO |
3-Nov |
www.bluebirdtheater.net |
|
BELLY
UP |
ASPEN,
CO |
4-Nov |
www.bellyupaspen.com |
|
THE
STATE ROOM |
SALT
LAKE CITY, UT |
6-Nov |
www.thestateroom.com |
|
BOTTLENECK |
LAWRENCE,
KS |
8-Nov |
www.thebottlenecklive.com |
|
JUANITAS |
LITTLE
ROCK, AR |
9-Nov |
www.juanitas.com |
|
RECORD
BAR |
KANSAS
CITY, MO |
12-Nov |
www.therecordbar.com |
|
POOR
DAVID'S |
DALLAS,
TX |
14-Nov |
www.poordavidspub.com |
|
CANTINA |
AUSTIN,
TX |
15-Nov |
www.flamingocantina.com |
|
CLUB
47 |
HUNTSVILLE,
AL |
16-Nov |
www.clubforty7.com
|
|
MOJOES |
JOLIET,
IL |
17-Nov |
www.mojoesofjoliet.com |
|
THE
POUR HOUSE |
RALEIGH,
NC |
18-Nov |
www.thepourhousemusichall.com |
|
CANAL
CLUB |
RICHMOND,
VA |
19-Nov |
www.thecanalclub.com |
|
WILD
HARE |
CHICAGO,
IL |
20-Nov |
www.wildharemusic.com |
|
ALBANY
MANOR |
BROOKLYN,
NY |
21-Nov |
www.clubplanet.com |
|
BB
KINGS |
NEW
YORK, NY |
23-Nov |
www.bbkingblues.com |
|
CLUB
FETE |
PROVIDENCE,
RI |
26-Nov |
www.fetemusic.com |
|
REVOLUTION |
FT.
LAUDERDALE, FL |
28-Nov |
www.jointherevolution.net |
|
FREEBIRD |
JACKSONVILLE,
FL |
29-Nov |
www.freebirdlive.com
|
XXXXX
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Tanya Asaki "I Love You Still".
Tanya
AsakiCD
title
: I
Love You StillGenre:
ReggaeCountry: Jamaica
Introducing . . . . . Tanya
Asaki!The lovely and very talented Tanya Asaki has always been
involved in music from her early days in Canada. Recognizing her
amazing gift from the beginning, her Jamaican parents and friends
encouraged her music education through college. Now having already
toured parts of the world and established herself as an artiste of
quality, she is ready to take it to the next level with the release
of her latest single, “I Love You Still.”Continuing the high
level of excellence Tanya has maintained thus far in her career, “I
Love You Still” was co-written and produced by Bobby Treasure of
Treasure Chest Productions and developed and mixed by Stephen
McGregor of Big Ship Studio . “I Love You Still” is an engaging
Dancehall/Pop song that showcases her enchanting voice and draws the
listener into the experience. Take a listen and see for yourself why
she is getting attention from around the world!Attached is Tanya
Asaki’s latest single, “I Love You Still,” for your listening
pleasure.Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008193481032&fref=ts
Twitter- www.twitter.com/tanya_asakiBookings – Evett Baker
e.evett@gmail.com (876)467.1892
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
The Passing Of William "Bunny Ruggs" Clarke
All of us at Streetwise Radio mourn the passing of one of the greatest baritones of all time, William "Bunny Ruggs" Clarke, lead singer of Third World! Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends!
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Mavado
David Constantine Brooks
is better known by his stage name, Mavado. This Kingston, JA born
dancehall and reggae singer released his debut single “Real McCoy”
in 2004. Mavado released his album “Gangsta for Life: The Symphony
of David Brooks in 2007."Weh Dem A Do" and "Dying,”
two singles from the album, were introduced seriously on R&B/hip-hop
radio in the U.S.A. and around the world. With all his success came
some controversy. On July 27, 2007 Mavado was unlawfully detained by
Jamaican police. While in police custody, he claimed they threw him
through a glass window, slicing three fingers, causing him be
hospitalized. The police claimed Mavado escaped from custody, even
though they let him walk out with his manager to go to the hospital.
Mavado was later arrested and charged with shooting, with intent and
illegal possession of firearm in relation to an event that occurred
on July 27, 2007. He was later freed of all charges. Even though he
has had disagreement with the police, this brother is talented.
Mavado has teamed up with a number of well-known artists such as
Busta Rhymes, Wyclef, Ludacris, Birdman, Fabulous, Ace Hood, Akon,
Snoop Dog; and is the only Jamaican act to have worked with Jay Z. If
you have not heard of Mavado, take a listen to this brother on
Streetwise Radio. Here are some of my picks: “Weh Dem A Do,”
“Dying,” “Real McKoy,” “Caribbean Girls,” “Give It All
To Me” ft. Nicki Minaj, “Take It” feat. Karian Sang and “Settle
Down.” You can also listen to Streetwise Radio on Pandora, iTunes,
MyGen365, Live365, Athena365 and Gilroy Radio.
LM
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