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BABY CHAM TO RELEASE HIS THIRD ALBUM “LAWLESS” IN OCTOBER!
Cham says he intends to release his latest album, Lawless, in October. (Photo: Rory Daley)— DANCEHALL deejay Cham (formerly Baby Cham) is gearing up for the release of his third studio album, Lawless, in October. Produced by hit-maker Dave Kelly, the 14-track set had an initial release date of June 2015, but was shifted to accommodate Cham’s hectic touring schedule. “Dave Kelly is very flexible. We’ve been recording in hotel rooms and on the tour bus. Our manager is very good at strategically picking spots for us to tour, so normally I’d do three weeks on the road then for that last week, I’d be in the studio with Dave getting as much work in,” Cham told the Jamaica Observer. He said he intends to “test the waters” by the release of Lawless’s first … Read entire article »
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BABY CHAM REPLACES SANCHEZ ON THE GRACE JAMAICAN JERK FESTIVAL THIS SUNDAY IN QUEENS, NEW YORK!
Reggae crooner Kevin ‘Sanchez’ Jackson,one of the headline acts billed to perform at the 5th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival slated to take place at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York on Sunday, July 19th will not perform, Eddy Edwards, Chairman of Jamaican Jerk Festival USA Inc. said. “I spoke with his manager yesterday and was told that he will not be able to perform as scheduled on Sunday because of personal circumstances beyond his … Read entire article »
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(BABY) CHAM TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM “LAWLESS” IN JUNE!
By Kevin Jackson— Baby Cham— IT’S been nine years since dancehall artist Cham (formerly Baby Cham) released an album. His last, Ghetto Story (2006) sold over 200,000 copies worldwide. Come June, Cham is expected to release his third, entitled Lawless. Lawless will feature 11 tracks and production work from Cham’s mentor, Madhouse’s Dave Kelly. The album was recorded in Florida, except for a collab featuring Mykal Rose and Bounty Killer which was done in Jamaica. Lawless starts with the first single I Am Hot, which was released on March 24. An accompanying video was also released on that date. “The single I Am Hot has been doing really well. It’s a sexy song that the rude bwoys will buss a blank for. The song is moving real fast,” Cham told Splash. Though record sales have dropped significantly since … Read entire article »
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KARDINAL OFFISHALL PREPARES NEW ALBUM WHILE TAKING OVER A&R AT UNIVERSAL MUSIC CANADA!
Kardinal Offishall— ALTHOUGH he was born in Canada to Jamaican parents, rapper/deejay Kardinal Offishall has always incorporated dancehall/reggae into his recordings and performances. Kardinal, 37, is in Jamaica promoting his latest single, the self-produced Tattoo (Rude Bwoy). Though he is known for hits including Dangerous (with Akon) and Number One (featuring singer Keri Hilson), Kardinal recently took on a different role. In addition to working on a new album, he has been appointed creative director for A&R at … Read entire article »
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WHEN ARTISTS PICK THEIR NAMES FROM FAMOUS BRANDS!
Baby Cham— By Mel Cooke– More than being a performer and/or songwriter, entertainers are now encouraged to think of themselves as a brand. As such, they are advised to engage in brand-building processes, just like a drink or motor vehicle manufacturer for instance, and plan strategically to revitalise their brand as necessary to maintain and maximise viability. However, with Jamaican entertainers liberally tossing in references to popular brands in their lyrics, it is not surprising that a few … Read entire article »
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NEW DATE FOR CARIBBEAN FEVER MUSIC FESTIVAL IN BROOKLYN!
Machel Montano, Mr Vegas, Doug E. Fresh, Morgan Heritage, Alison Hinds, Baby Cham, Slick Rick & T-MICKY rock BARCLAYS CENTER After carefully considering the post hurricane Sandy conditions that many of our ticket holders are experiencing, The Caribbean Fever Music Festival [tomorrow night], Friday, November 2, at Barclays Center has been moved to December 17th. Tickets already purchased will be honored for December 17th and artist line up remains the same. We know that may in our community … Read entire article »
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“MORE SELLERS THAN BUYERS” WHEN SETTING UP SHOPS IN REGGAE!
Baby Cham By Mel Cooke —– Long before the plaza became a feature of urbanised life, the shop was a focal point of the community – and remains so for those who are not from the social strata and areas of the country where mall culture rules. As Jamaican popular music is rooted in the community, it is no surprise that the shop figures prominently in the lyrics. It is the place of not only commerce, but also communal living and … Read entire article »
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