Jamaica and the worlds singing sensation, OMI has recorded a special tribute for
all Mother’s around the world.The
tribute is based on his hit song “My Old
Lady” which is a beautiful poem, turned in to a song, in tribute to his
Mom.
Mom’s hold families together; they’re warriors, they’re
lover’s and their healers.There is
nothing like a special touch from Mom to make the pain go away, and there’s
nothing like OMI’s special words to his Mom and all Mother’s around the world.
Nicko Rebel,
producer extraordinaire and certified hit maker (check his website www.nickorebelmusic.com for his full
catalog), has another hit riddim on his hands and it’s called the Country Buss
Riddim!
First, there are two ways to look at Country Buss.You can look at the visual and say ‘buss’ as
in mode of transportation, or you can hear the audio and know that some of the
artists came from Country, made it to the city and them ‘buss!’Both ways are right!
Just released on iTunes today, the riddim features Bobby Hustle ("Cyaan Clown Me"), Bugle ("Jamaican Obama"), Burro Banton ("Want Mi"),
Chevaughn "On My Way"), Delly Ranx ("Sexy Bubble"), Laden ("Rave"), Macka Diamond ("Town"), Shaka Pow ("Fight Fih Mi")and Voicemail ("Special Girl") and believe me when I say
each chune is a hit!Musically, the
riddim feels good with synthesized accents, a smooth bass line and a slick drum
pattern!
Bugle's chune "Jamaican Obama" speaks to not talking about other people's business, loyalty to our country of birth, and our profession being music. Those are topics we want to hear about and Bugle creatively makes his point using pen, paper and his voice to accomplish that. Ka-Boom!
Very rarely
do we find an organization that gives music lovers an opportunity to have a
holistic music experience. Usually, fans go to a club or concert, get their
music on and go home.Not so with Irie
Jam Media!This past weekend, fans were
treated to music in the Bronx, and a Fashion show in Queen’s using music we
know and love!
The IRIE weekend began on Friday at Club Mingles (4012 Boston Rd., Bronx) where
the theme ‘Flashback Fridays’ was in full effect and where music fans were
treated to a special set by Captain Collin Hines live from Jamaica.
Steering the musical ship, Collin opened with 80's Disco which included “Heart
of Glass” by Blondie and moved on to the classic Jacob ‘Killer’ Miller’s “Once
Upon a Time.”The set continued with Shinehead’s
“Golden Touch” and reached a climax when chunes from Cham and Wayne Wonder “Joyride”
and Tanya Stephens “Yuh Nuh Ready Fih Dis” which had the ladies singing the
punch line! Classic! One couple
commented that they hadn’t “heard these songs since my high school days” and it
was refreshing to hear them again.
As a compliment to the Captain, Dubb Master Chris touched the wheels of steel
and reminded us of why we love 90's music as much as we do. We were also
reminded why he has earned the name Dubb Master as he dropped Dennis Brown’s “If
You Want Me” which had hands and lighters in the air.Musical Murdah!Dubb also touched on popular 90’s riddims
effectively putting us in a time warp that we don’t want to leave!
Incorporating the music we love i.e. Reggae and R&B, IRIE Fashion Rave
showcased the best in designer fashions from a Caribbean-Urban perspective,
while presenting fashion options for hair as well as accessories. This was a
compliment which resulted in designers (both Fashion and Hair) receiving orders
for product while enticing media for future portfolio spreads.
Hosted by Fluffy Miss Kitty, DJ Roy and Dubb Master Chris, 7 fashion houses
presented Fall Ready to wear and couture designs that scored extra points
because of their use of color. D’Marsh Couture in particular struck all the
right notes with gowns that will make every head turn. Tantrik's swimwear
collection also did the same especially for her combined bikini-dress outfits.
Within the
fashion show, music legend Philip Smart was honored (posthumously) with a
Lifetime Achievement Award and Eion Ashmore Saunders was honored as a Reggae
Soldier.
If you’re a collector of Reggae mixtapes, there is a great
chance that you have a Natural Vibes,
Singers Choice mixed CD.What made these
series of CD’s so famous is that Rico
Vibes selected nothing but the best, and from the best vocalists.Kool
and Deadly maintains that standard!
Exclusively available for you is the Kool and Deadly mix
featuring Alaine, Maxi Priest, Exco Levi
and Ammoye; the headliners, are Tarrus Riley and Chronixx.Ka-Boom!
P.S.Connect with Rico on Twitter >>>
@RICOVIBES and tune in to New Music Tuesday’s tonight from 9pm to 11pm EST via www.daflavaradio.com
/ 1430 AM on the dial!
Italy’s Balooba Sound is doing it like no other with their
certified HOTTT new mixtape called Music Still Alive.The cover and track listing tell you
everything you need to know, and the music does the rest!Download this mix and trust that your iPod,
iPad, iPhone, iMe, iYou and every other I (or eye) will not be disappointed!
Just as the headline says, Exco Levi is the winner of the 2013 Juno for Best Reggae Recording!His song “Storms
of Life” earned him the votes, and is one of the most uplifting songs
encouraging us to not give up though sometimes the storms of life blow.His lyrics, “Jah is my shield and guide / he’s
always by my side / yea” helped to seal the deal!
Produced by Silly
Walks Discotheque from Germany, who also produced the music video, the
chune is one of the best and caused a radio personality from the United States
to say “Exco is one his way to being the next Sizzla Kolanji.”Ka-Boom!
Nice-ing up your blessed Sunday afternoon is
the video link for Exco Levi’s
chune “Storms of Life.” Click here or on the image!
P.S.If you’re in
Germany this summer, make sure you catch the star performing at ReggaeJam
Summer Festival August 2nd to 4th!
One of the most prolific artists for our ears to hear over
the past decade is Richie Spice.His signature voice, combined with his
‘na-na-na-na-na-na-na’ and his lyrics make his music some of the most listened
to and requested.
Richie Spice, in the month of May, is officially on tour in the United
States!
I have exclusively learned that the artist is giving fans a
one hour performance which includes hits from his lengthy catalog as well as
songs from his new album Soothing Sounds:Acoustic!You’ll remember my
review of his album a few months ago, and you’ll remember me calling it a
private performance.Well thanks to this
tour, you can enjoy Mr. Spice up close and personal!
