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SIZZLA PULLS HUGE CROWD FOR IRIE JAM RADIO IN NEW YORK CITY!
Sizzla performing on Irie Jam’s 23rd anniversary held at Roy Wilkins Park in New York, last Sunday.— If there were any doubts about Sizzla’s ability to pull a large crowd here, they were put to rest over the Labor Day weekend when he delivered a memorable performance at Roy Wilkins Park — his first tri-state area concert in over eight years. The singjay was among the dancehall stars who performed at Irie Jam’s successful 23rd anniversary concert on Sunday. The ‘Bobo’ from August Town, stylishly attired in trademark two-piece outfit and blue turban, entered the park to thunderous applause. The mission was about the music and he did not disappoint during his fiery 45-minute set. Sizzla reintroduced himself to Big Apple fans with Holding Firm and quickly won them over. He kept the energy … Read entire article »
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NESBETH TO DELIVER FIRST OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE IN NEW YORK CITY, MAY 30!
Reggae’s newest musical sensation Nesbeth, has a big date in New York on Memorial Monday, May 30, 2016. Three months after he shared stage with the Hon Andrew Holness at the Prime Minster’s swearing-in ceremony at Kings House in Jamaica, tri-state area music fans will get the opportunity to see Nesbeth perform live in concert for the first time at the third annual Oracabessa Festival at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, NY. Nesbeth, born Greg Nesbeth is living his dream with arguably the biggest reggae song globally right now. Released last October, ‘My Dream’ zoomed to the top of the charts in Jamaica and the Diaspora. It was an anthem during the 2016 political campaign for both the Jamaica Labor Party (JLP) and the People’s National Party (PNP). The Jamaica Football … Read entire article »
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NEW YORK’S IRIE JAM RADIO JOINS THE CUMULUS MEDIA NETWORK GROUP!
Bobby Clarke— FIVE months after becoming the giant Cumulus Media Network Group’s (CMNG) “reggae and Caribbean arm”, the head of Irie Jam Radio says the partnership has given the Queens, New York station a greater opportunity to expose West Indian culture to a broader audience. The Irie Jam Show, co-hosted by Dubmaster Chris and DJ Ron, airs Sundays from 8:00 pm to midnight on Radio 103.9, one of the hundreds of radio stations under the CMNG banner. Clarke, a Kingstonian who started Irie Jam 22 years ago, told Splash that the CMNG deal has helped the station move beyond its hardcore Caribbean base. “We’re now heard in different markets which gives us a bigger voice and platform. We have a full-fledged variety show that is distinctly Caribbean,” said Clarke. CMNG moved into the Caribbean market … Read entire article »
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SISTER NANCY TO BE HONORED BY “ICONS OF SOUL” IN NEW YORK CITY, NOVEMBER 8!
By Cecelia Campbell-Livingston– Sister Nancy— ROOTS reggae dee jay Sister Nancy is among four persons being honored at the 13th staging of Icons of Soul slated for the Rochdale Community Centre in Queens, New York, on Saturday, November 8. Sister Nancy, whose given name is Ophlin Russell-Myers, will be receiving the Living Legend Award for her long-standing contributions in the music industry. The younger sister of deejay Brigadier Jerry, Sister Nancy first connected with hits such as Bam Bam, One Two and Cocaine at a time when Jamaica’s music business was still dominated by males. Nancy’s version of Bam Bam was recently featured in a Reebok TV commercial. Event conceptualiser Mikey Sterling said it has always been his desire to recognise those who have made a big impact on the music industry. “We are talking about contributions … Read entire article »
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, IS THE NEW DATE FOR THE PREMIERE IN NEW YORK CITY OF “JAMAICAN MAFIA!”
Paul Campbell in a scene from the movie Jamaican Mafia.— A NEW date of Thursday, September 18, is scheduled for the premiere of Jamaican Mafia. The event is slated for Sunrise Multiplex Cinemas in Valley Stream, Queens, New York. Bobby Clarke, CEO of Irie Jam — promoters of the New York premiere, said an additional theatre is also reserved at the same venue. “Tickets for 240 seats are being sold at the venue only” said Clarke. Filmed entirely in New York City last year, Jamaican Mafia is directed by Vafamba Donzo and stars Paul Campbell, whose credits include Dancehall Queen and Third World Cop. Mykal Fax and D’Angel are also listed among the credits. Originally scheduled for August 27, the premiere was postponed as the producer, who had the only copy of the film, suffered … Read entire article »
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THE NEW YORK PREMIERE OF THE MOVIE “JAMAICAN MAFIA” IS CANCELLED AROUND CONTROVERSY!
The sold out Jamaican Mafia movie premiere that was supposed to be held last night at the Sunrise Multiplex Cinemas, Valley Stream in New York never happened. Promoters Irie Jam, Thursday morning, are in a quandary about what actually caused the cancellation of the premiere. “We are deeply sorry for what transpired last night but the decision to cancel the event was out of our control” said Bobby Clarke, CEO Irie Jam radio, 93.5 FM. Irie Jam assisted the production company, Donzo Productions, with the radio promotions of the event. In an interview on Irie Jam radio this morning it is being reported that a technician fell ill –among the numerous speculations are heart attack and a stroke. “We were told that Donzo was transporting the only copy of the movie en route to … Read entire article »
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TV’S “DANCEHALL’S GOT TALENT” COMES TO NEW YORK CITY!
By Cecelia Campbell-Livingston— Nikki Z to host upcoming talent show. Production on Dancehall’s Got Talent, a new television show scheduled to air in October, starts Friday in New York City. It will be broadcast on OmniPresent Media and OPM Digital Network. The show’s publicist, Malaika Lepine, says its objective is to expose new talent. “It gives opportunities for upcoming talent to really showcase and represent their culture in a way all reggae and dancehall music lovers can enjoy.” The 18-episode series will be hosted by Nicole ‘Nikki Z’ Duhaney. There are three judges: singer Ed Robinson, Irie Jam Radio’s DJ Roy and fashion personality Dougie Platinum. Dancehall’s Got Talent was created by LA Wright and Kevin Beswick who are also executive producers along with Irie Jam’s Bobby Clarke. The winner receives US$5,000 and a recording contract. … Read entire article »
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NEW YORK’S IRIE JAM RADIO “RUN DI WORLD!”
By Howard Campbell— CLARKE… the New York tri-state area have been the bread and butter for Irie Jam Radio—- FOR decades, the independent radio station has played a critical role exposing West Indian culture in the United States. One of those small entities is Irie Jam Radio, which was established in Queens, New York in 1993. The man who started Irie Jam Radio is Bobby Clarke, but he is quick to point out that he got a lot of help in the early days. “The birth of Irie Jam Radio came through the initial contribution of pioneers like Irie FM’s founder Karl Young, Clyde McKenzie, Dennis Howard, Ainsworth Higgins, Pat McKay, Milford Edwards, Deon Gordon, Hughland Pitcan, Mark Pinnock, Ouida Crawford, Louis Grant and Michael Williams…without these people there would have been no Irie Jam,” … Read entire article »
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AFTER VISA AND RECESSION WOES, REGGAE CONCERTS ARE BACK ON TOP IN THE USA!
Konshens— By Sadeke Brooks— In recent years, many Jamaican artists have either lost or were being refused visas, forcing promoters to cancel or postpone shows. Fast-forward to today and promoters are creatively tackling this problem. Irie Jamboree’s Bobby Clarke felt the brunt of the upheaval in 2010 when the visas of Bounty Killer, Mavado, Beenie Man, Aidonia and selector Ricky Trooper were revoked. That, along with the recession that was already affecting the United States, forced him to cancel Irie Jamboree. The event did not return until last year. “The recession is not as bad as before. The public here has learnt to adapt and move on. We are sad that we can’t get to see a Bounty Killer, Jah Cure or Sizzla, but we have others like Beenie Man, Tessanne and Konshens,” Clarke told The Sunday … Read entire article »
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PAT McKAY & ROBERT LIVINGSTON TO RECEIVE IRIE FASHION RAVE’S LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS!
McKay —- In celebration of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence, Sirius Satellite radio programme director/host Pat McKay and indie label executive, manager, record producer Robert Livingston – the man credited with pioneering the careers of platinum-selling reggae artiste Shaggy, Rayvon and Supercat – will each receive a Lifetime Achievement Award, for their outstanding contribution to the entertainment industry at New York’s signature Caribbean fashion event – Irie Fashion Rave. McKay and Livingston will join Fashion Mogul … Read entire article »
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