Lady Saw, Walk Out (VP): American pop music audiences may mainly know Lady Saw from her cameo on No Doubt's Grammy-winning 2003 single, Underneath It All. But the reggae vocalist has more than a decade of music under her belt, or shall we say under her skirt? Respected as dancehall's first lady in Jamaica, Lady Saw's post-feminist, sex-obsessed lyrics often extol the power of women's sex organs.

On her eighth solo disc, Walk Out, she makes pains to balance the raunchiness with street anthems and some self-help sentimentalism. Me and My Crew (The Rae) is a flag-waving party song, punctuated by sharp turntable scratches. Meanwhile, the electro-riddim of Power of the Pum is all dark seduction, with Lady Saw bragging about her nookie: "Gotta lotta men losing their senses/ just to get close and be friends/ me have big men jumping wire fences."

Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

Comprised of Alpheus Johnson, Miguel Walters and Adrian Campbell, the group One Third shot to fame last year while participating in the Digicel Rising Stars competition. Since winning the competition, the group has been busy on the local scene dominating stage shows and corporate functions.

brand new video featuring Junior Reid - 'Blood A Run' premieres online

Inner Circle, the legendary reggae band
established in 1970, and creators of the COPS theme song "Bad Boys," are back in true Rockers style and embracing the digital era. The group is focusing the marketing of their new music on cyberspace and through their web site www.innercircle-reggae.com. The reggae icons have released an exclusive EP with online retailer iTunes.

The EP Blazin' Reggae, (soundbwoy/dubshot) released April 17th, is the
first new material from the group in almost a decade, and is only
available online at digital retailer itunes. The set features selections from their upcoming double album 'State of The World,' and step outs from reggae superstars Buju Banton, Junior Reid, and Damien and Stephen Marley.

Eight76 Records golden lady, Nadine Sutherland, enters the Billboard's Top Reggae Albums chart with her new album, Call My Name. Lady Saw also enters the Top Reggae Album charts with her new LP, Walk out.

Bob Marley, Rihanna, Buju Banton and Richie Spice keep the Caribbean vibe on the charts as they too hold strong. Check out the track listings below!

Sean Paul's The Trinity continues to hold strong.

* The album is #4 on the Reggae album charts.

Rihanna is also doing outstandingly well with her second album, A Girl Like Me and her new single, Break It Off, which features Sean Paul.

By: Olimatta Taal

The Annual Ocean Spray Wellfest was held on April 21 and 22, 2007 at the beautiful Hope Gardens, St. Andrew. On the first day nonstop rain welcomed, but did not dampen the proceedings that continued despite the weather. Nothing could stop patrons from supporting the event.

Businesses, organizations, medical associates, and individuals focused on ways to be healthy - live a healthy lifestyle and eat healthily. Hundreds of creative booths hosted their products and services, the majority of them made in Jamaica.

JAMAICA'S WEEKLY TOP 30 (SINGLES) HIT LIST
By Richie B, host - "HOT MIX" on Hot 102FM

TW LW WC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01 1 17 Save The Juvenile-Lutan Fyah-Real Lyfe(2wks@#1) NM
02 4 9 Dying-Mavado feat Serani-Daseca U-2
03 7 6 Wine Pon Yuh-Vybz Kartel - Don Corleon U-4
04 2 14 Hoola Hoop-Macka Diamond-Hands & Heart (2wks@#1) D-2
05 6 11 Music Alone-Ginjah - I-Land Music U-1
06 5 17 Church Heathen - Shaggy-Big Yard (3wks@#1) D-1
07 3 10 Nuh Fren From Dem-Mr. Vegas - Big Ship(pp#3) D-4
08 12 9 Reverse Di Ting-Beenie Man-Seanizzle U-4
09 11 13 Lonely Girl-Jah Selah-P&L Records U-2
10 17 6 Lef Dem To Time-Elephant Man feat Jigsy-Big Yard U-7

By: Dr. S. Lawson

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported infectious disease in the United States causing approximately 4 million infections annually. Today, teenage girls have the highest rates of Chlamydia infection worldwide. Studies conducted show that 1 in 9 women are infected with Chlamydia with higher prevalence between the ages 16-24. Approximately 90 million people are infected worldwide. Fifty percent of the men and seventy five percent of women infected with Chlamydia are asymptomatic (present without symptoms).

Transmitted during oral, vaginal and anal sex, through the blood during pregnancy as well as during vaginal delivery of a newborn, Chlamydia is a curable sexually transmitted infection (STI). Chlamydia trachomatis can be transmitted via aerosolize vapors (similar to tuberculosis). This type of infection does not cause obvious clinical infection but contributes to other severe medical complications such as intractable pain syndrome, heart disease, circulatory disturbances, diabetes, reactive arthritis and cancer.

New York, NY) RIAA platinum, award-winning SRP/Def Jam recording artist – and newly signed CoverGirl spokesperson - Rihanna celebrates the exclusive premiere of the video for her current single "Umbrella" (featuring JAY-Z). The "Umbrella" video premieres TODAY on thisisrihanna.com website.

CoverGirl is presenting Rihanna's exclusive video debut at thisisrihanna.com. "Umbrella" was directed by Chris Applebaum, who shot Rihanna's "S.O.S. (Rescue Me)."

By: Olimatta Taal

"We should control the destiny of Jamaica as creators and managers of the Jamaican music entity," remarked Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller during her keynote address at the historical launching of the Reggae Academy Awards. In support of the awards, she suggested to create a homegrown supermodel international music industry that will service the market and vowed to develop a State of the Art Cultural Performance Center in Jamaica.

Held April 23, 2007 at the Caribbean Business Club in New Kingston, the launch was hosted by eloquent Queen Mother Elise Kelly of Irie Fm. The list of invited guests included many amongst the who's who in Jamaican society. Minister of Tourism, Aloun NDoumbet Assamba, M.P. Babsy Grange and Minister of Entertainment Wicker McNeal were present, as well as many distinguished members of the music and media fraternity.

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Award winning and chart topping singer, Da'Ville will be heading to England on Wednesday April 25th on a promotional tour.

The singer will be promoting his 'On My Mind' album which is also expected to be released soon by VP Records. He will be doing several interviews and autograph signings among other productive things.

Da'Ville is expected to visit radio stations such as Kiss FM, Galaxy FM, Radio 1 (BBC), 1xtra, (BBC), Choice FM, Vibes FM, Pyradio FM and Beat FM.

He will also be making appearances on MTV, Base MTV, Bubble Hits, Chart Show and Channel U.

Print media won't be left out of things as he will be making stops at Riddim, Pride, New Nation and Echoes magazines.

The remix for the single 'On My Mind', done in collaboration with Sean Paul continues to extensive airplay on radio stations at home and abroad.

Since the inception of the Divas of YardFlex competition, only one contestant has won the competition three times. Now lets see if 'A', the Champion will make it three in-a-row as well. Well cast your votes - BY CLICKING ON THE LINK BELOW.

Dancehall's vivacious quartet TOK will be taking their signature sound on a European tour this summer. The month long tour is expected to start early July in The Netherlands and later spread throughout the rest of Europe.

TOK is no stranger to Europe, in fact they have been visiting the continent for five years now, performing at some of the most prominent shows and night spots there.

The group, known for their high energy on stage, has a catalogue of hit songs fit for almost any occasion. It is no surprise then that the Europeans have embraced the quartet, making sure their visits are memorable. According to group member Roshaun, "Europe is a place away from home where the people dem love us bad… they treat us like royalties."

Red Cafe, signed to Konvict Muzik under Universal Records has his own label - Shakedown Records. For a hip hop artist who's got the streets on lock; Red Cafe decided pairing up with a dancehall artist was what was needed to give the added flavor to his new single - "Children Of the Ghetto". The two make a perfect blend of hip hop meets dancehall flavor. "Children Of The Ghetto" boasts the very blend that has proven successful in many of the crossover collaborations in the past few years.

The single was serviced via MP3 to over 5,000 reggae dj's playing on radio (college, community and crossover formats) across America, the Caribbean, Canada and Europe. It was also serviced to the sound system community world wide.

The legendary Wailing Souls' were there from Reggae's beginnings in the late 60s and early 70s. They grew up and sang in the same Trench Town yards in Kingston, Jamaica as Bob Marley, Joe Higgs, and other reggae icons. The veteran multi-Grammy® nominated roots reggae group's longevity has come due their adaptability to trends in the music without the compromise of their vision. The group's music has that vision and sound maintaining their vital part in reggae music in this day and age and this year of 2007 sees all four members reuniting after 22 years.

With the long-awaited reunion of the Wailing Souls - Winston 'Pipe' Matthews, Lloyd 'Bread' McDonald, Rudolph 'Garth' Dennis and George 'Buddy' Haye this year, 2007, they have already created a buzz in the music industry landing slots on some of the biggest reggae festivals in the world including Reggae On The River, Hollywood Bowl's annual reggae night in Los Angeles, and many more to come to complete a busy schedule for these roots reggae veterans.

Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

Doctors ordered him to take two weeks bed rest after being diagnosed with pericarditis, which is an inflammation of the lining around the heart (the pericardium) causing chest pain and accumulation of fluid around the heart.

Still the singjay could not resist the lure of pleasing his many fans, so the minute he felt a little better he ignored doctors orders and performed in St Thomas and Virgin Islands to the delight of all those who turned out.

Lady Saw's new album "Walk Out" dropped Tuesday April 17th, and she has been spreading the word this week in NYC. She hosted the MTV Tempo's Cross Caribbean Countdown and got up close and personal on their segment called 5 Minutes with Lady Saw.

She also has appeared on the following radio programs: Irie Jam Radio, Pat McKay's Sirius Satellite and new Kiss FM show, WBLS w/ Dahved Levy, HOT97 w/ Bobby Konders and Jabba, WBLS w/ Wendy Williams, Waah Gwan Radio w/ Steelie Bashment, Shade 45 Lip Service, plus more.

Jamaica's most talked about celebrity couple of the music fraternity, Beenie Man and D'Angel recently had a minor domestic dispute that resulted in Beenie Man suffering from a cut on his hand.

As early as before the sun could rise Tuesday morning, YardFlex.com news room began fielding numerous phone calls from both local and international concerned fans wanting to know if the rumour circulating was of any truth. Some callers said that they heard Beenie Man stabbed up his wife and then cut the veins on his wrist, while others said D'Angel went clubbing and got back home too late – causing friction. Some people were saying feuding between the two had something to do with Marco Dean and they even went as far as to say it's probably because she was still making links with the Warlord Bounty Killer. But after careful investigation all of these nasty allegations turn out not be true.

Ce'Cile and England-based artiste Smujji positively sizzled in the video for 'Take It Off'.

The video for the hot collaboration between himself and dancehall diva Ce'Cile was done under the direction of RXTA. In it Ce'Cile tantalized with her alluring, seductive looks and come on signals while Smujji positively salivated around the pool table. It was fun to watch the singer playing pool while it clearly showed that his mind was on anything but, as glimpses into his thought processes revealed he was more interested in 'taking it off!"

The two lit up the screen and the video was further enhanced by the gyrating girls in the background all adding to exciting appeal of it.

"It's passion and soul that sets apart your average, competent reggae group from the likes of a Stephen Marley, who brought a nine-piece backing outfit - a guitarist, drummer, bassist, two keyboardists, a percussionist, two female backup singers, and a guy whose job it was to wave and twirl a Rasta flag all night - plus his younger brother Damian "Junior Gong" Marley to a very packed Showbox on Friday night for a phenomenal and frequently transcendent two-hour performance. Reggae's rarely sounded this joyful and intense, at least not to my ears."

(Seattle Weekly, April 14, 2007: Review of Stephen Marley at the Showbox - April 13)

"Mind Control is polished, assured and casually virtuosic in a way that most premieres are raw, edgy and ferociously single-minded. In the same way that hip-hop producers like Timbaland and Just Blaze have renewed rap by emphasizing the music's omnivorous rhythmic appetites, Stephen Marley updates Jamaican music for an era of globalized pop by tracing the connections between local styles."

Universal Republic Records has entered into an agreement with OnDeck Records to market, distribute and release the hot new genre-defying hip hop trio the SHOP BOYZ, whose debut single "Party Like A Rockstar," scored as the 2nd most added new single at urban radio last week, continuing to build excitement ahead of its official Tuesday, April 10 single release date.

Launched by OnDeck Records, the SHOP BOYZ' initial breakthrough has been forged by Atlanta label's CEO, Brian 'Bingo' Ward, who has skillfully guided the groundbreaking trio's rapid trajectory into the mainstream. The group's riotous blast of hip hop-meets-rock has transformed the southern hip hop landscape, emerging from Atlanta's underground urban music scene and inspiring a new punk wave among the south's hip hop tastemakers. With major labels in hot pursuit of the group since the beginning of 2007, the three members, Fat, Meany, and Sheed are being hailed as new pioneers of the genre. "We are excited to be in business with Brian Ward and OnDeck Records," stated Monte Lipman, President Of Universal Republic Records. "Brian is a great recruiter of talent and the SHOP BOYZ exemplifies the cutting edge of a bold new force in hip hop. Their willingness to go beyond the cookie-cutter approach in every way fits our label's artist-driven mission like a glove."

By: Joseph Cunningham
Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

Oneil Bryan a.k.a Elephant Man, has been keen on getting another album out since his last in 2003 called, Good 2 Go. A new album has finally transpired bearing the title, Lets Get Physical, that befits his explosive energy. During his hiatus, Elephant Man did singles that attracted Hip Hop Mogul Sean Diddy Combs who in turn signed the 'Energy God' to his label Bad Boy Entertainment. "The signing is a fulfillment of one of my objectives in the musical industry," the Energy God said in describing that aim as crossing over and attracting top labels.

Elephant Man, who exhibits a 'bad boy' persona feels in good company with label mates such as R&B/Hip Hop statesmen and prodigies, Loon, Young Joc and Danity Kane.The synergy of Dancehall and Hip/Hop content should bring a dynamic album, set to be released June 26.

As expected, the affiliation will see the Energy God collaborating with a myriad of 'Top' artistes. This upcoming album features Wyclef Jean on the track FiveO.. The signing and his new album should breathe fresh life into Elephant's musical career, to a level comparable to the days when he sparred on tracks with the likes of Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz, Mariah Carey and Janet Jackson.

Photos by: Carlington Wilmot

Name: Julie Rambally

Date of Birth 20-5-73

Weight: 120

Nationality: Jamaican Indian

Location: Kingston Jamaica

Ambition: To launch my clothing line JBally internationally

What do you like most about yourself: being an Indian girl with a black girl's a*s

Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

After complaints of excruciating chest pains, Mr. Vegas was last week ordered strict bed rest for two - three weeks by his physician or face long term complications. Due to his untimely illness the Singjay had no choice but to cancel booked shows in Belize, Jamaica and St. Croix.
This is the first time the Singjay has missed shows that he has been booked for and apologizes to his fans and promoters for any inconveniences caused.

Mr. Vegas who's a fanatic of showing off his muscular strength was seen at Sting 2006 demonstrating how strong he was by lifting up a big lady that weighs over 400 pounds.

Once again we have a new Champion -- Do you think the new Challenger can take the title? Well cast your votes - BY CLICKING ON THE LINK BELOW.

By: Joseph Cunningham
Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

Lady Juni is back! In 1987 a 17 year-old student at Immaculate Conception High School for Girls, in Jamaica, released a song titled, 'Naah Get Punaani'. The song created quite a stir because of its 'moral breach' at a time when children were to be seen and not heard. As if that was not enough, the song sold gold - 500,000 records.
Oh yes! That means before the rise of Shabba Ranks, Super Cat, Bounty Killa and Beenie Man, hardcore Dancehall had been introduced to the international mainstream!

"As a young girl who just liked music and was doing it for enjoyment, I did not become aware of how successful the song was until I made a trip to the United States, and the distributor told me the song was doing well in both white and black communities," explained the musician now known as Juni Platinum. She added that she was not expecting anything 'big' from the track, and as such she was pleasantly surprised because she was not following its progress.

GLACIA, a native of Jamaica, began singing locally at four years old which then led to national and international engagements. After high school, she participated in the discipleship and arts based programs with Youth with A Mission (YWAM) in Jamaica and Canada.

Glacia's ministry is extensive and she has brought hope to those in hospitals, prisons, schools as well as on the streets, the poor, she has worked with various churches and secular entities. Glacia has also been a participant of the Bob Marley International Reggae Day in Kingston Jamaica. Glacia's unique gifting has gained her audiences with a wide cross section of dignitaries and politicians became the first gospel artist invited to the Prime Ministers Private Gala in Jamaica.

An anointed, talented, writer, poet, composer, co-arranger, songwriter and worshiper, Glacia has worked closely with award winning producers of Jamaica: Jon Williams, Alex Martin Blankin, Dennis Rushton. As well as gifted and internationally acclaimed singers, songwriters and producers, Roby Duke, Terry Clarke, Robert Varnadore; Mark Brown; Robert D. Watson(Composer for film and Television )Carolee Mayne; Tommy Walker (Integrity Music). The renowned, Eddie Perez (who has worked with the likes of Ashanti) and Maurice Gregory (aka) Brian who has worked with Jamaica's first Stella Award winner; Papa San, Grammy winners Beenie Man; Shaggy, Kanye West; other reggae artists like Diana King and Wayne Wonder, just to name a few.

JAMAICA'S WEEKLY TOP 30 (SINGLES) HIT LIST
By Richie B, host - "HOT MIX" on Hot 102FM

TW LW WC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL

01 1 12 Hoola Hoop-Macka Diamond-Hands & Heart (2wks@#1) NM

02 3 15 Save The Juvenile-Lutan Fyah-Real Lyfe U-1

03 2 20 Last Night - Mavado- TJ's Records (1wk@#1) D-1

04 5 13 Run Dem Head-Erup-Heart of Love U-1

05 4 15 Church Heathen - Shaggy-Big Yard (3wks@#1) D-1

06 8 8 Nuh Fren From Dem-Mr. Vegas - Big Ship U-2

07 7 9 Music Alone-Ginjah - I-Land Music NM

08 10 7 Dying-Mavado feat Serani-Daseca U-2

09 11 13 The Real Thing-Paul Elliott-Taxi U-2

10 6 21 My Fadah Seh-Gyptian-Real Lyfe(1wk@#1) D-4

11 12 11 Lonely Girl-Jah Selah-P&L Records U-1

12 9 22 This Time I Promise-Daville-Fashozy D-3

13 19 4 Wine Pon Yuh-Vybz Kartel - Don Corleon U-6

14 14 11 Dreaming-Mavado-Daseca NM

15 15 8 Holy Words-Bescenta & Warrior King-Vertex NM

Farenheit's sophomore album, Port Antonio Virgin, is the second album to be released by the independent production company Mystic Urchin. The album has captured the local radio waves with its captivating and infectious new single Watchin Ladies. The song features Farenheit along with Stinkin Link, Blaxxx and Snoop Roc.

'Watchin Ladies' is currently on RE TV top ten music chart and #5 on German Essence Reggae Chart. The song has also been getting local and international air play on various radio stations. This is the first single to be released form his sophomore album, which features collaborations with dancehall royalties Sean Paul and Sizzla.

Farenheit presented an award at the International Institute's Actor Boy Awards on Tuesday, March 27, at the Little Theatre.

Last week saw the release of Rihanna's new single, Umbrella, which features Jay-Z. This is the lead single from Rihanna's third album in two years, which will be released on Tuesday, June 5 of this year.

Stephen Marley, Buju Banton and Richie Spice keep the Caribbean vibe on the charts as they too hold strong. Check out the track listings below!

Sean Paul's The Trinity continues to hold strong.

* The album is #4 on the Reggae album charts.

Rihanna is also doing outstandingly well with her second album, A Girl Like Me and her new single, Break It Off, which features Sean Paul.

* A Girl Like Me is #100 on the Top R&B/ Hip Hop albums chart.

Break It Off feat. Sean Paul

* #51 on the Hot 100 chart.
* #53 on the Hot 100 Airplay chart.
* #31 on the Pop 100 chart.
* #20 on the Pop 100 Airplay chart.
* #58 on the Hot Digital Songs chart.

INTRO
Young and old people ah do dah dance yah
it hit mi ah tell yu ah who dem ah ramp wit
POPEYE! Dutchie Pot Ducthie Pot

Ravers Clavers, Black Blingers,
Timless, Sample6 All Dancers

Chorus
Every body start Tek Weh Yourself
Fa lah di riddim and Tek Weh Yourself
Spin wit it and Tek Weh Yourself
Ah di new dance Tek Weh Yourself

Cah some ah dem badmind some ah dem badmind
Tek Weh Yourself dem badmind
dis yah one ah fi prime time
dis ah fi prime time
Tek Weh Yourself ah prime time

Verse 1

So wen you see wicked people
Tek Weh Yourself
wen yu see nasty people
Tek Weh Yourself
from dem ah study evil
Tek Weh Yourself
nah parr with dem inna vehicle
Tek Weh Yourself
and if yu best fren ah cat
Tek, Tek Weh Yourself
and yu nuh wah look flop
Tek, Tek Weh Yourself
spin wit it and nuh drop
Tek, Tek Weh Yourself
all keiva got it lock like dat.

Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

(INTRO)

AH WEH DEM AH DU - SCREECHY UP PAN DI ENDS - DEM TINK INNA DEM WAR YAH MAN FYA HAND GUN - DEM BWOY DEH LOVE BEAT IT AN RUN - YOW DELLY, CHINO, STEPHEN YUH NUH SEE SEH DI BWOY DEM HAVE 2 A R 15 AN AH 1 M16 RETALIATE.

[CHORUS]

RISE DI MACHINES WEH AH 5 .56 CALIBUR AA 12 DROP OFF ADVOSERY HEAD LIKE DI XCALIBUR BEAT IT LIKE A SLAVE SHOT AH RUN DEM DUNG GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG.RISE DI MACHINES WEH AH 7.62 CALIBUR AK 5 DROP OFF ADVOSERY HEAD LIKE DI XCALIBUR BEAT IT LIKE A SLAVE SHOT A RUN DEM DUNG GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG, GUN DEM DUNG.

[VERSE 1]

5.8 X 42 DAT MI NEW GUN BUSS
BIG LIKE A RED BULL CAN HUMONGUS
WEN IT BULP UP DI HEBREW GUN BUSS
MADIN USE VACCUUM WEN U TUN DUSS
FIT UP DI MGI EVERYTING INTALOCK
DEM ARMS YA MEK WINTA HOT
SHOT BORE DEM UP DEM TINK A TACK
BWOYY WALK AN STAGGA LIKE IS A RUM DRINKA DAT
LIKE ASTROUNAUT MI SEND MARROW OUTTA SPACE
WEN MI BUSS IT MI SHOULDA SLIP OUTTA PLACE
MEK BWOY EYES DROP OUTTA FACE
MI FIRE SHOT LIKE MI EMPLOY DEM AH NUH MOUT A TRACE
MI NUH MISS, INNA DI EYE MEEEEEE SHOOOOOOOT DI BULL
HEAD SPLIT LIKE MELON WEH JUICYFUL
BUSS FROM ROUNDA LANE DEM LEAK OUTTA POUND A BRAIN ITS BEAUTIFULLL.

By: Joseph Cunningham
Photo by: Carlington Wilmot

'Black woman and child for you I have so much love.' This is a line from a song voiced by Sizzla Kalonji in the mid - 1990s. At that early stage of his career, within the first 24 months of bonafied stardom, Sizzla's voice echoed a conscious message of love and appreciation for humanity and especially the black race. He has always remained firm in his belief that the music he creates can be a lethal weapon against immorality.

During an interview with YardFlex.com on April 5, Sizzla explained, "I am inspired by the most-high to separate what is right from what is wrong through my music. My music is guided by precepts like the laws of the land and the bible. Truth, justice and righteousness must be proclaimed."

Half Pint, the man responsible for some of dancehall's most classic melodic tunes, will be honoured this year at the 26 th annual International Reggae and World Music Awards.

The ceremony, which recognizes the best in reggae and world beat music, will be giving the special 'Producer's "Respect" Award' to Jamaican musical stars Half Pint, Gregory Issacs as well as American hip-hop legend Doug E. Fresh.

Half Pint's work with celebrated producer King Jammy helped to usher a lighter, more relaxed approach to dancehall music, with content that was both romantic and socially conscious. Inarguably, his most famous track would be the international hit 'Greetings', which eventually set the tone for the 'ragga' style that was, at that time, taking over Jamaican music.

Photos by: Carlington Wilmot

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Craig Parkes and Matthew Thompson are two childhood friends fused together to form the dynamic duo 'Leftside & Esco'. Both gentlemen have musical bloodlines and have now become two of Jamaica's most frequently requested producers and performers.

The duo released singles such as Last Night, No STD's and Tuck in Yuh Belly, that hit the top ten of London's CHOICE FM radio and went #1 in Trinidad, catapulting Leftside & Esco into the limelight in 2005. They have done a video for the hit single, Tuk In Yuh Belly, that has been placed in heavy rotation on cable stations in Jamaica, while receiving favorable responses globally. Some of the artistes on their production Galore riddim are, Vybz Kartel, Bling Dawg, Buju Banton, Wayne Marshall, Beenie Man, Idonia, TOK, Calico, Hollow Point, Future Troubles, Busy Signal and Tami Chynn.

Champion 'A' has been standing firm for two straight weeks in the top position. Now she will go up against the confident Challenger, lets see if the Challenger will be able to stop her from making it win number three. So, once again it's time for you to vote for your favourite Diva. Will it be Champion 'A' or will it be Challenger 'B' - Well cast your votes - BY CLICKING ON THE LINK BELOW.

Canadian Reggae Star (CRS) is back for a second round as its annual hunt for the country's top reggae performer gets set to go. Produced by Reggae and Soca Entertainment Television (RASE TV) in Canada, the popular talent search was launched with a bang last year and 2007 is already receiving a good response from CRS hopefuls. RASE TV recently announced the upcoming 2007 audition dates of, April 28 for Montreal and May 5 in Toronto.

"Canada has a wealth of undiscovered talent in the reggae genre...so RASE TV initiated Canadian Reggae Star to facilitate the much needed exposure that these artistes deserve," Prym Tym, RASE TV co-founder, said.

Photos by: Carlington Wilmot

On My Mind remix with Da'ville featuring Sean Paul doing well locally and internationally

Da'Ville's remix of 'On My Mind' featuring Sean Paul has been enjoying extensive maximum airplay locally and internationally.

The single, which is a production of Fashozy Records, was sent to over eight hundred sound system selectors and radio disc jockeys worldwide.

It is being played extensively in Holland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Australia, Germany, France, England, Switzerland and the Caribbean islands among other places and the response from fans have been overwhelming.

Dancehall group Voice Mail's new album Let's Go is scheduled to be released on April 18. The album boasts production work from the likes of Christopher 'Langmann' Birch, Donahue Riley, Donovan Bennett, Tony 'CD' Kelly, Delano Thomas from Renaissance, Rohan 'Sno Cone' Fuller, Nigel Staff and Danny Champagnie.

'This is a more mature album from our previous album Hey. We put a lot of work and effort into this album and we are confident that our fans will be pleased with the finished product', said Oneil Edwards, a member of Voice Mail.

Let's Go is the follow up to Voice Mail's Japan gold selling disc Hey. It contains 18 tracks including songs such as I Need You, Clap Off, and Love.

STING THROW BACK - STING 2000 - WHO IS YOUR CHAMPION?

KAT is the girl next door, no matter where you're from. To say shes a crossover artist is an understatement. Hip hop, R&B, Merengue, Pop, Spanish Jazz, ballads, and dance, she does it all; in English and Spanish. Want proof? R&B superstar R. Kelly called her a "prodigy" and the famous Salvadorian singer Alvaro Torres referred to her as Selena. At age 12 she was invited by the "Queen of Merengue" Milly Quezada, to sing with her on stage in front of thousands of people, and in April of 2004 she opened for J Records recording artist Cassidy as part of the all Latino girl group Coquette. All this, and KAT is only 19 years old.

Despite her success, things haven't always come easy for KAT. Shortly after Kat Emperatriz De Luna and her family moved from the Bronx to the Dominican Republic, where she was raised in poverty. KAT spent her time listening to Aretha Franklin and Billie Holiday records, which she imitated daily on her karaoke machine.

By: Joseph Cunningham
Photos by: Carlington Wilmot

Unite the People, the annual stage-show hosted by Reggae crooner Iley Dread, was indeed a unifying force.

With a number of Stella performances from some of Jamaica's leading musical talents, the show proceeded from Saturday night through to early Sunday morning without any tensions or rifts.

When the YardFlex.com team arrived at minutes after 11 the smooth sound of Montego Bay based singer Mackie Conscious caressed the atmosphere. Soon after, he reflected on his musical career while singing lines from his latest hit, 'A Jus lucky mi nuh lucky'.

Photos by: Carlington Wilmot

Scenes from D'Angel Birthday Bash held at Back Yaad.

By: CJ
Staff Writer

The Game is following in Foxy Brown's footsteps as he blows off his court date and the Judge issues an Obligatory warrant for his arrest.

Hailing from Compton, this rapper is fresh on the heels of his cross-over success "It's Okay (One Blood)," which is an obvious nod to The Game's street affiliation. The song which samples reggae artist Junior Reid's "One Blood" was designed as a street single from his sophomore album, The Doctor's Advocate. But it is his streetwise nature that has him currently making headlines.

By: CJ
Staff Writer

Rumours that have been flying for weeks have now become fact, confirmed by Usher himself. The singer's official TV statement confirms that he will soon add Step-daddy to his title when he marries his former stylist and mother of three, Tameka Foster. The rumours started when Foster was photographed with a new engagement ring on her finger.

The R & B Mega Star said a wedding could take place before the end of the year.

Initially his mom and manager, Jonetta Patton, was against the relationship as Foster was married to someone else. Patton fired Foster as stylist alleging lacklustre styling. Foster has since had a divorce and is ready to walk down the aisle once again.

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South Florida's premier Caribbean music and lifestyle promotions company, Rocker's Island - in association with title sponsor Rebel Mix (www.rebelmix.com) and Massive B promotions, have officially announced their all star lineup for the fourth annual Best of the Best concert to be held Memorial Sunday, May 27th at Bicentennial Park (1075 Biscayne Blvd.) in downtown Miami.

Confirmed performances for the highly anticipated show include Jamaican music icon Buju Banton aka Gargamel, Shaggy, Barrington Levy, Bounty Killer, Capleton, Lady Saw and Elephant Man. Also on this year's lineup are dancehall's newest dynamos Mavado, Tony Matterhorn, Bling Dawg, fresh-faced singers Da'Ville and Jovi Rockwell, plus newcomers Collie Budz, Shifta, Munga Honorable and Trevor Off-Key.
"We have some of Jamaica's brightest stars all on one bill," boasts Joseph "Budafuco" Louis, CEO of Rocker's Island. "Buju still has the most requested single locally with 'Driver A.' Shaggy is making huge waves with 'Church Heathen.' Tony Matterhorn's 'Dutty Wine' was the #1 song just last year. And people are also excited to see Barrington Levy who hasn't played Florida in over 8 years."

Our new Champion 'A' has deprived our previous champion from making a triple win. Now she will go up against the sexy new Challenger, lets see if she will be able to have a second hold on the title. So, once again it's time for you to vote for your favourite Diva. Will it be Champion 'A' or will it be Challenger 'B' - Well cast your votes - BY CLICKING ON THE LINK BELOW.

Celebrating the best in Canadian music, the Juno Awards 2007, crowned Canada's top musicians for 2006 "Maple Leaf" style, in Saskatoon, Saskachewan's Credit Union Centre, on Sunday April 1. Korexion garnered the Juno nod for Best Reggae Recording for his EP, Xrated. Described as an artist on a mission to spread reggae and love worldwide, Korexion created 3 killer tunes on the EP, that the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), voted number one.

Born Keipher Scott, Korexion hails from Trench Town, Jamaica, where his musical journey began. Teaming up with Omar, his brother, Korexion formed a singing duo called "Two Of A Kind" that consistently gained top prizes in Jamaican talent competitions. Expanding horizons was inevitable and so came the decision to migrate to Toronto, Canada. This stride is one Korexion describes as a step from one concrete jungle into another, as his first experiences in Toronto were rough. Perseverance and what has lately been doubly confirmed as incredible musical capabilities, led Korexion to the folk at Kornerstone label and way beyond.

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After wrapping up her L.A. video shoot w/ Wylcef's artistes Sun a.k.a Geisha from China for the track 'Kill Bill', soon to be aired on MTV Tempo, Lady Saw went to New York on March 14th to begin her New York promo trip.

* Lady Saw visited the offices of Essence Magazine and AOL Black Voices in New York to speak about her new single 'Infertility' and her new album "Walk Out."

* Lady Saw completed a photo shoot for the cover of Caribbean Posh Magazine.

* Lady Saw interviewed with the following NY publications & TV shows:

Ø Where Itz At Magazine (Cover Story)

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