Queen Ifrica and Tony Rebel Live in Concert: Ohio and Maryland

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Queen Ifrica has had a banner year. There  is no question that she has had one of the best Reggae albums of 2010.  Montego bay demonstrated her rapidly maturing style and soulful virtuosity. She has stayed firm on the charts in her homeland of Jamaica throughout the summer and is certainly rapidly securing her place as more than just a passing interest but an artist here to stay.

There is so much to say about Tony Rebel. If there is any song that comes to mind when you think of Rebel is his early 90’s hit on the LalleBella Rythmn.: Jah Is By My Side

As far as helping to bring a resurgence of rasta consciousness in the dancehall few have been as consistent as Rebel. It was Tony Rebel who was instrumental in bringing Queen Ifrica to the forefront which is just further testement to his eye for genuine talent.

What: Tony Rebel and Queen Ifrica
Where: Alrosa Villa 5050 Sinclair Road, Columbus Ohio
When: Saturday , December 5th, 2009
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They received three very prestigious accolades and awards, as follows:

1. They received a Citation from Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President.
2. They received the first ever Award for Excellence from TSO Productions and the Coalition to Preserve Reggae Music.
3. They received a Congressional Proclamation from Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, of the 11th Congressional District in Brooklyn, New York. Continue Reading

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What: Pre-Kwanzaa
When: Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5pm
Where: Sinclair Community College , Building 8, Lower level
Details: Guest Speakers, Ivy Chevers PhD, Performing Artist, Eddie Osborne, With African Dancing and Drumming , Omega Mass Choir, Vendors and Food
Info: (937) 512-2913

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ANTHONY B will not be performing at the One Love Festival
Friday November 20th, 2009  in Columbus Oh at  the Alrosa Villa.

The Headliners will still be :Capleton, Cocoa with Jah Thunder and Roots HighPower. Special guest appearances are expected as well.
Note: There will be discounted ticket price.The tickets are now $25 in advance & $30 at  the door. Tickets are still available at Ticketmaster.  Doors open at 9pm |More about the show click here:

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“Wake the town and tell the people…..I-cient Congo , mi no dance go-go”  are part of the lines delivered by Queen Ifrica on this blazin dance track that’ s gone almost 30, 000 hits strong on Youtube from 11/03 – 11/11/2009.

And yes that is Tony Rebel making a cameo appearance in background of the  video which features a sister that can obviously blow named Makedah . Vybrate keeps the track moving with the “New.. New New New” hook and delivers it with a crazy roar like if you ain’t feelin’ it he could care . That’s  attitude…. straight ! This is not even about crossing over this is about vibe.. If it reminds you of “Every body dance now” you are not alone. It comes with the same type of over the top flow. Time will tell if the next time you wander at some club you know doesn’t play dancehall you hear this track. You know Europe is going to give a forward..

We found the track surfing one of our all time favorite up-to-the-minute-never-sleeping  dancehall web sites  Dancehall.mobi and couldn’t resist passing it along. Check it out on Youtube: or click on video to view it at the French based site : Video

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Tony Rebel and Queen Ifrica will be performing in Columbus December 5th, 2009

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What: Regggae fi food (A benefite for All Faiths Pantry) with Umojah Nation and Carlos Jones
| Sets by WCSB DJ’s , Stompin Charleston, Tommy Fox, Jomo, Kabir, WRUW Rich Low,
When: Saturday November 14th, 2009 9pm,
Where: 5801 Detroit Avenue cleveland Ohio
Info: CarlosJones.com | (216) 651-0476 | donations $6.00| Clevelandreggae.com

Eccentric Soul Review

What: Eccentric Soul Review
Where:The Lincoln Theatre 769 E. Long Street, Columbus Ohio
When: November 9th
Info: Tickets are available at the Lincoln Theater Box office or online at Ticketmaster

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“A classic R&B cavalcade at the historic Lincoln Theatre, Numero’s Eccentric Soul Revue features headliner Syl Johnson, who recorded on Memphis-based Hi Records alongside legends including Al Green. Also on the bill are The Notations and Renaldo Domino, both stars from Chicago’s Twinight label, and special guest artists from Columbus The Four Mints and Marion Black. JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound back all the act”- Wexnerarts.org

“If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to see one of the live shows that those classic artists performed at, your wait is over.” – Chicagoist

The tour continues in to New York City

Numero’s Eccentric Soul Revue
Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom
New York, NY
Thu, 11/12/09 07:00 PM
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Numero’s Eccentric Soul Revue
Music Hall of Williamsburg
Brooklyn, NY
Fri, 11/13/09 08:00 PM
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CD 101.1 Island Riddims at Barrios, Coumbus Ohio

Been looking for Caribbean music on the radio? Well good luck if you are scanning the dial . It’s not easy here in the mid west but it isn’t impossible easy. Columbus is definitely getting steadily more diverse and the unique contribution of the Caribbean community is playing its role. At least for 2 hour a week there is one place you can hear a little Soca, Calypso and Reggae tunes.

Dj Trevor has been spinning every Sunday night from 7pm- 9pm non stop and without fail for years now. The blend is usually about 70% Reggae and Reggae Dancehall and 20% Soca and Calypso with a bit of Reggaeton and Afro pop mixxed in. The Island Riddims crew is comprised of Clifton Hardy , Trevor Hall aka DJ Trevor and Theresa Woldeab. Continue Reading

BLACKATLAS.COM – KINGSTON, JAMAICA

“Kingston, Jamaica has a tough reputation that dates back to the bloody political turmoil of the ‘70s and the crack wars of the ‘80s. Even dancehall, the hot music that has replaced traditional reggae as the island’s chief musical export, has a deservedly edgy vibe. Before I headed down to Jamaica’s capitol I had all kinds of stereotypes about Kingston in my head.”  This is how Nelson George started his blog entry about his trip to Jamaica for the new Black Atlast website. What is is interesting is where he goes from there. Read more on Nelson George’s Blog

If you are an avid watcher of either MTV or VH-1 you would likely recognize Nelson George immediately. He’s the one usually bringing balance to the discourse by injecting in some historical context for what is being featured. In other words if you happen to find pop culture.. or black popular culture interesting but you like to delve a little bit deeper below the superficial he’s the guy that grabs your attention. It’s not that everyone else isn’t funny it’s just….well you know.. you have sense.  He usually gives his well thought out and cogent perspective on any number of topics primarily having to do with African American culture.

He is an Author, screen writer, producer and cultural critic with more than just a short list of credits to his name. For starters he is the executive producer on BET’s American Gangster and the fifth airing of VH1’s Hip Hop Honors. George is the executive producer of the Chris Rock’s feature documentary, Good Hair, a look at hair weaves, relaxers and the international black hair economy. It is currently out in theaters nationwide .

He takes this insightful and nuanced way of looking at life with him to the streets of  Kingston Jamaica. Continue Reading