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Anthony B ready to dish positive vibes at Mash Explosion

Anthony B

Jamaican artiste Keith ‘Anthony B’ Blair of ‘Tease her and please her’ fame has arrived in Guyana and is ready to create a post ‘Mash explosion’ at the National Park. During an interview yesterday the artiste who arrived on Thursday night said “Guyana can look forward to an electrifying performance with lots of hits from then and now because this ah me first time here and so me gwine really bless up and entertain positively”. The show is being promoted by Vision sounds and Seven Stars promotions. Baby Cham arrives tonight.

Since his arrival on Thursday night Anthony B has visited the Plaisance line top Guinness bar and several other locations and he says “me and my manager Tina Jones feel like we are part of the Guyanese family already. The people showed us real love and created some real vibes that surprised us so we are happy and will spread that happy vibe to my Guyanese fans.”

In to music professionally since 1994 Anthony B arrived here fresh from a West Coast U.S tour and says he had many offers from promoters to come to Guyana but that the timing did not seem right then. “But since linking up with Seven Star promotions group it feels like the time is right so Guyana I’m here with more than 1000 singles and 15 albums, no me not gwine sing all but you are guaranteed a good show from me and then there is my brethren Baby Cham who will be performing too so come out in yah tens and thousands.”

Looking back at his involvement in music he said his interest in having a musical career began in school and it remains his first love and as he says “I’m taking it to the skies”. In his career he has collaborated with a plethora of popular main stream artistes in and out of Jamaica and is aspiring to one day not just be nominated for but to actually win one a Grammy Award.

In 2009 he was nominated at the Grammy’s for reggae album of the year for his ‘Rise up album’ but the award was won Stephen Marley.

The artiste says he gets his inspiration from everyday experiences and uses those to write his songs. He enjoys promoting positive vibes and speaks up about the eradication of the many social ills that plague society such as HIV and AIDS. So committed is he to the cause that eh wrote several songs along the line of caution. One songs he quotes “all over the world man and woman are dying because of disease, I don’t want to be an HIV victim father please…”

At present Anthony B is working to release a new album dubbed ‘Rasta love’ by May of this years and it will feature 16 songs including a combination with Kimani Marley on a song called Zion.

A proud Rastafarian he says he is proof that the stereotypical Rasta is only a myth unless other dreadlocks youths who choose to deviate. To youths aspiring to achieve much from life he said education is the key…once you have it no one can’t take it away from you ever. And regarding the music business education is very important”

To music new comers he encourages that “education is the key capitalize on every opportunity to be educated and as an entertainer give as much positive vibes as you can and people will feel a part of your cause and get on board. This is the Anthony B’s first visit to the local shores and he says it certainly wouldn’t be the last.

By Mondale Smith

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Anthony B arrives for Mash Explosion show

Anthony B and Promoter NigelJamaican artistes Anthony B has arrived for the Mash Explosion concert that features himself and Baby Cham tomorrow (saturday) night at the National Park.
Last evening he was featured as a guest at the Plaisance line top Guinness bar where he entertained briefly. Baby Cham arrives tonight.

Anthony B and Fans

The show is being promoted by Vision sounds and Seven Stars promotions. Pix show  the artiste in Guyana upon arrival with Promoter Nigel Harding and with Guyanese fans at the plaisance line top.

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Mash Explosion on tomorrow- Baby Cham, Anthony B

With the Mashramani Day road parade over and the many soca, chutney and calypso events concluded the stage is now set for a Mash wash down dubbed ‘Mash Explosion’.

Jamaican artiste Anthony B arrived in Guyana yesterday and Baby Cham is scheduled to touch down today on a morning flight out of Miami at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport.

The concert is aimed at ensuring that persons get a chance to be inspired and it offers a different kind of stress relief after all the soca party sessions.

On the cards to perform tomorrow night are Jamaica’s Digicel Rising star Benetto as well as ‘DJ Gold Teeth’.  Additionally the local line-up will include Alabama of ‘Dem don’t care’ fame, Treyon Garrett out of First Born, and culture/reggae artistes ‘Fire Fred’.

Anthony B’s hits include “Repentance time”, “Fire pon Rome”, “One Thing”, “A De Man”, “Rumour” and “Raid di Barn”. Anthony B followed up with critically acclaimed albums such as “Real Revolutionary”, “Universal Struggle”, “7 Seals”, “Black Star” and “Untouchable”.

No stranger to Guyana, Damian Beckett aka Cham, a Grammy Award-nominated Jamaican recording artist is known for hits like “Ghetto Story.”

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Its Chutney soca weekend

In keeping with the spirit of Chutney Soca during this festive Mash season; Wonder Boy Production in collaboration with Rohan Sarjoo is hosting two international shows to start off the Mash Weekend.

‘Chutney in The Village’ goes down today at the Diamond Community Centre Ground and tomorrow at the Starlite Drive-In, Montrose East Coast Demerara.

The star-studded cast of International artiste billed to perform include Guyana Baboo’  Terry Gajraj, Princess Anisa who is popular for the hit ‘Tek Sunita Singer’ along with  The Chutney Ambassador fresh from Trinidad and Tobago Carnival  Neeshan D’Hitman, and Chutney Raja, Rakesh Yankarran will also be launching his new album in Guyana at the two shows.

The entertainment will be supported by Avi and the Supertones Band dubbed New York’s number one party band with its full cast of US-based Guyanese singers.

That list includes King Raj, Pally Dass, Kulie Boy Omesh and Anand Hansraj.

The show will also feature some of Guyana’s top local dancers as well as the Shakti Strings Band, Up-setters Sounds and DJ Steve.

Event’s manager WR Reaz said, “This show is the most affordable Chutney/Soca show for 2010 so far with admission advance tickets at only $500.”

He said that the two shows are family-oriented with lots of entertainment, food, drinks and he assured that security will be at its peak from the Police Force and Private Protection at both venues.

Come start the Mash weekend with chutney in the village today at the Diamond Community Centre Ground and tomorrow at the Starlite Drive-In Montrose East Coast Demerara. Showtime is 20:00hrs.

The show is sponsored by AN Electronics, Guyana Palace.com, Clear Water and Payless Variety Store.

By Mondale Smith

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‘Karmaholics’ brace yourself! Karma returns for two shows

It seems that Guyana cannot get enough of the hottest Trinidad chutney crossover sensations band. With a show dubbed ‘The return of Karma’ the Band with lead singers Ravi and Neisha B is headed Guyana’s way for two shows on December 4 and 5 at the Providence Stadium and the Albion ground.

DJ Stress is the promoter with sponsorship from Gizmos and gadgets, GT and T and Caribbean Airlines.

The band last entertained at the stadium on August 27 at the Jamzone Summer Break Chutney invasion. As they did then the band members are promising that “fans can expect a mind blowing performance that will leave them spellbound.”
The group from the Twin Island Republic is promising old and new hits and noted that “the band constantly churns out new stuff because of the high demand for them across Trinidad and North America.”
Encouraging all despite of ethnic origin to come out for both shows, band officials said Guyanese should not miss the opportunity to witness this spectacular performance, which includes genres of music such as chutney, soca, hip hop, reggae, urban, pop, and Bollywood all presented in true Caribbean style.
Since its inauguration Karma has produce nine albums, namely Evolution, A.B.C (Another Bad Creation) Party Mix, Secret 48, Karma Mangalam, Destiny, Karmasutra, Destiny 2, Destiny 3 and Karmasutra 2.0.

They have secured a place in the chutney and soca industry with hits such as Jepp Singh, Gul Yuh Start Meh, Rum is Meh Lover, Wine on Meh, and Dularie Nanny.

Ravi B is the live wire of the band. He is one of the most popular Indian male artistes in Trinidad and Tobago because of his versatility and charming personality. He is the youngest musical producer, director, arranger, singer and one of the most sought after musical programmer.

Ravi started singing at the age of 13 and ever since this young artiste has just kept on aspiring. He attended the Sangre Grande Hindu School, North Eastern College, University of the West Indies and he is attempting to complete his degree in Business Administration (A.B.E.). Currently at the age of 25, he is the lead vocalist, music director, producer and arranger for the popular Caribbean fused music band. He is also a top radio personality with Trinidad and Tobago’s leading East Indian radio station, 90.5fm.

This young superstar was always inspired by international artistes like Kumar Sanu, Sonu Nigam, Eminem and Machel Montano, but what inspires him the most is his parents, his brother Anil, sisters Nalini and Nisha,his love for music and most importantly God. Ravi has toured the Caribbean, North America, Canada, Guyana, Europe and Suriname; representing Trinidad and Tobago’s culture, chutney and soca.

Some of his greatest achievements includes performing along side Nitin Mukesh in 1996, Shah Rukh Khan in 1999, forming Karma in 2002 together with his Father, Brother, and Sister (“Jeewanlal, Anil, and Nisha Bissambhar”), joining the 90.5 FM family in 2002, played music for Kumar Sanu at the 90.5 FM cook out competition in 2004, the 3rd of December 2005 where he was chosen to open the Bollywood Music Awards, the Bollywood Movie Awards 2006, received Best Sounding Band at Unifest 2006 in Miami, having his own concert for Father’s day annually and singing with Babul Supriyo on the same stage at Zen.

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Kartel ‘Keep the Peace Fest’ next Friday

Lovers of the vibes dished by Vybz Kartel and his Portmore Empire will get a second serving on the local shores on next Saturday December 12 at the National Park. However while many have voiced strong objection to the lyrical content of some of the artiste’s songs the Kartel camp is reporting that it’s just for entertainment purposes.

Reports from promoters Conscious Minds and Hits and Jams are that if all goes well School children  in uniform may be treated to a free ‘Vybz Kartel Keep the peace concert’ next Friday at a venue to be announced. Sources in the promoters camp say the show is being organised to help erase the many myths associated gangs that has cause many youths to become violent.

Word from the Kartel Camp is that gaza will be coming in a positive way for all to enjoy themselves regardless of their choosing.

Word from promoters is that “if the ‘keep the peace’ concert is pulled off on Friday with input from at least one ministry and  several Non Government Organizations it will be the stage from which the air will be cleared and abetter understanding would be had regarding the Gully/ Gaza story.”

One of the promoter said “The show which will be strictly for school children in uniform will clear up the myths and will emphasise that the talk is nothing more than entertain.”

The promoter said too that they are “working with some NGO to ensure that Kartel and his team meet, interact with and share conversation on school children related issues and education. The pre-show will also be used as a mini-fair to promote education, HIV and Aids awareness, anti crime discussions and to continue spreading positive vibes”.

The official show dubbed a December to remember is slated for December 12.

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All set for Radica Invasion says Zoom promotions – Chutney in Meh Vein!!!

Headed by Paul Singh Zoom Promotions is set to bring some hot chutney vibes Guyana’s way for three day. Dubbed ‘Radica invasion: Chutney in Meh vein’ the show is cared for May 15 at Albion ground Berbice, may 16 at Starlite Drivin and May 17 at Uitvlugth.

This show, according to promoter Ricardo Basdeo is aimed at offering Guyanese some stress relief through Trinidad artistes Kenneth Salick aka the original Radica singer.

The other artistes include Kavita aka Radica Girl, Michael Saloum aka Soca Elvis, Hunter the rum man, De Hit man and the Divya Band out of Trinidad.

The show is the first venture for the group which is promising that this will not be the last event from their camp.

The sponsors include Banks Premium, Digicel, Japarts, Zoom Inn Hotel, Secrets of Victoria, Caribbean airlines, Gift Land office Max, Hardware depot, Alfro Alphonso and sons group of companies.

Coordinator Paul Singh said “We decided that we will have this show because the artistes are hot and while they will be entertaining we are also against abuse meted out to women and so we are having this show to offer entertainment while passing on the message that men should not abuse women but love them instead.”

A pre-show party is scheduled for Buddy’s night club May 14 while an after party is slated for May 16 at Zoom Inn.

The artistes are scheduled to arrive in Guyana next Wednesday and will be meeting with fans at various locations. (Mondale Smith for promoters)

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Jamaican Dancehall Kings RDX to Invade National Park

A night of high energy entertainment action is promised to dancehall music and dance loving fans who head to the National Park on Saturday for King Scorpion sound’s  ‘Back way’ show.

Through sponsorship from corporate citizen Banks DIH the show according to promoter Wolly will feature the RDX crew out of Jamaica performing live.

As prelude,  the curtain raisers will feature a dance competition showcasing some of the nation’s hottest street style dance groups including X-Factor, Famous Pose and Diamond Squad among others. Other dance groups interested in competing can contact Wolly on Tele: 666-9800.

The winning dance group takes home the Banks Power Stout Trophy and $100,000 cash.

King Scorpion Sounds arguably ranked as one of the nation’s best promotions/entertainment groups on the local shores may best be remembered for recent promotions that featured artistes the likes of Tony Matterhorn and Vegas as well as the Canadian Invasion.

“We are doing what we can to   add to the development of eth entertainment industry because we believe that entertainment is a great way to get away from all the many stresses that life throws at us sometimes. It’s also good therapy and we do not fore see any issues of violence and crime at eth show or as a result of the show,” Promoter Wolly assures.

The show according to Wolly, starts at 9:00PM Sharp t and will offer total entertainment for dance hall lovers.

The artiste are bringing an international dancer and will offer a full energy show so come prepared for  a night of full, high energy.

eave home your guns and knives and walk with yah queens. The show will also be used as another occasion to introduce the Banks Power Stout to the local market.

The artistes are scheduled to arrive in Guyana on Thursday night and will be hosting a press conference at the airport upon arrival.

The media bus leave hits and Jams at 9:00PM (21:00hrs) Thursday.

Who is RDX (BIO)

There’s no questioning the immense talent of the duo RDX. Since January 2007, the high-energy performing duo has worked up a storm among teenagers and young adults, introducing dance routines in a song, and dance moves in the dancehall.

Renegade X and Delomar X, who comprise dancehall/reggae duo RDX, are pursuing their dream and have successfully taken their brand of music to the ears and hearts of fans locally. They are working assiduously to positively impact the international market in similar fashion.

RDX brings their explosive style of music to the dancehall game. Carlton Williams (Renegade X) and André Bedward (Delomar X) were formerly known as Xsytment and delivered hot songs like 2 Tha Haters,BumBum and I Don’t Trust You. Xsytment made quite a name within the dancehall circles, having the song I Don’t Trust You topping the charts in the Bahamas and peaking at number 17 on the UK’s Echoes charts in 2004.

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2 Tha Haters hit the top 10 on the same chart a year earlier.

Internal differences caused the group to downsize from a trio to a duo, and since then they have released singles such the hilarious Khaki on the Fresh Ear label and Friday, a major hit in Japan and parts of Europe.

Renegade X, the deejay of the duo is also an established beat-maker, creating hit tracks such as the Chrome rhythm for South Block/VP Records, which bore chart-toppers like In Her Heart by Capleton and Jiggy by Elephant Man.

Rhythm catalogue

Renegade’s catalogue also includes the ‘Dutty Landlord’ ‘Summer Bounce’ rhythms, the latter of which featured a hit of the same name by Elephant Man.

After taking themselves out of the limelight for a few months and reassessing their strategy, Xsytment decided that the next step forward was to reinvent themselves with all the perks; a new sound, new image and a new perspective. Thus, RDX was born.

The change immediately had a positive impact, with the release of hot new songs such as Four Q and Cartoon, Renegade X kept his drum machine thumping, and created another popular rhythm called the ‘Jumpoff riddim’. Again, another hit single was brought to the fore by popular dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel entitled Realest Thing. Renegade then created Stamma and Stain with Beenie Man’s hit Swing it Wey, before taking another break.

RDX took time out then to concentrate on promoting themselves in the streets before returning once again to the studios to produce Bling Dawg’s hit song Roll upand Dance on the very energetic ‘Bembe rhythm’ for their current Apt. 19 label. The uptempo song created a frenzy within the dancehall and just about everywhere else dancehall music is played.

Always in the streets, RDX became a household name campaigning and promoting themselves in rural parishes and by visiting inner-city communities daily to interact with community members and dancers alike.

PRO Mondale Smith: 679-6111

For Promoter Wolly: 666-9800
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‘Best of both worlds’ ready for April 11

Tarrus Riley, Freddy McGregor, Duane Stephenson headed Guyana’s way

Reggae/dancehall stars Tarrus Riley, Duane Stephens and Freddy McGregor as well as the promoters are all promising a memorable nigh for music lovers where reggae and some lover’s rock vibes will be the order of the night but mostly on life’s conscious side.

They are scheduled to arrive on Thursday April 9, to take to the National Park Stage on April 11 with Reggae Vibes offerings from the best of both worlds.

The artistes who are scheduled to arrive on Thursday night from Jamaica are promising much for patrons.

As opposed to some artiste who berate and belittle women Taurus holds high respect for women and the very conscious, humble and self assertive Tarrus Riley is guaranteed to offer his fans a live show that’s sound as good as the recorded music.

In his first visit to the local shores patrons are guaranteed 110 percent on stage and aside from ‘she’s Royal as promotions CEO Roxanne Williams says “he has loads of love for the ladies and life itself.”

She also noted that Tarrus is the kind of artist that you can give your full support and love because his music is about unity.

With all the artistes guaranteed to arrive on the local shores on April 9 Williams says all is set “this is our first show at this level and much more can be expected in the future.”

She also said “We are doing this show for the people of Guyana because we believe Guyanese deserve to experience the international acts live on stage while adding our bit to develop the entertainment industry.”

Williams said too that tickets are still available at the unbelievably low cost of $2000 while VIP tickets costs $10,000.

The night’s emcees are radio personality Malcolm Ferreira and Mondale Smith while local entertainment would include Jessica Xavier who will be launching her debut video/single: ‘Don’t cry.’ Added entertainment will come from Lion Heart Sounds.

“We selected this lineup to show Guyana that all can congregate and have a good time by talented artistes that are positive amidst the mostly negative vibes circulating on the entertainment circuit.” We also hope that the local youths would be inspired to treat women with respect through Tarrus Riley and Freddie McGregor’s teachings while the conscious inspirational vibes will come from Duane Stephenson.” (M.S)

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Carifesta X Mega Concert

Amid rumors that the main performing artiste would not be able to make an appearance, the much anticipated Polar Carifesta X Mega Concert got underway. This concert was promoted in the media, even prior to the start of CARIFESTA, as being the biggest concert to hit Guyana. There were also assurances made that an international artiste would be performing live. Though the concert was not as big as the promoters may have wanted it to be they were still able to live up to their promise and bring an international artiste. The length of time it took for the artiste to arrive however caused patrons to become frustrated and even angry.

 

The evening started out with some smooth juggling from the fusion family to get the crowd going. This was happening while the crowd was now building up. The rumors started when admission to the venue no longer required tickets. This caused may persons to wonder if Akon was still slated to perform or whether the promoters had duped them into buying large quantities of beer.

 

The live performances were kicked off by the Brutal Jammers band followed by the man with the Sophia story Ilaman. Gialiani was to follow with his hip hop styled performance. The Polar Ladies were to grace the stage with their presence, showcasing their polar outfits to the appreciative men in attendance.

 

The next string of performances was well received and consisted the likes of Jory and Celeste David. Giants of the Guyanese music industry First Born took to the stage and hyped the crowd with their 45 min performance. Every song selected by the group to perform was well received. This was not hard to imagine with hits such as “irits”, “headlines” and a much loved classic First Born track “how are we gonna survive”.

 

It was at this point in time the frustration stepped in and delay tactics were employed by the promoters. DJ green dongs of fusion audio did some more juggling, at this point it was already 01:30 hrs and there was no sign of the main guest artiste. Brutal jammers band took to the stage once again but this time frustration had turned to anger and bottles and cans of beer were sent flying from the crowd onto the stage. This prompted DJ Kerwin of Hits and Jams to come on stage in an effort to ease the tension building up in the crowd. He gave the crowd assurance that the artiste was in the country and would be making an appearance. He also stated that the president had given the promoters of the event an extension on the permit so as to allow the party to go until sunrise.

 

At approximately 03:05 hrs international recording artiste Akon took to the stage at the National Stadium Providence much to the delight of his loyal fans who stayed through the night to witness his performance. The 3am crowd that greeted the artiste was a fraction of the crowd that had gathered earlier in the evening, but he performed as if the place was packed to capacity. Those who persevered to witness his performance were not disappointed. He even went the extra mile of requesting the crowd to build a “unity bridge” for him to get from the main stage to a platform about 15 feet away. The aim was for the crowd to carry him across and take him back. This he did successfully despite some instances where he had to urge some members of the crowd not to pull him. Notwithstanding his previous experience in Guyana it was a courageous act on his part but much appreciated by his fans.

 

Despite the long wait and rumors fans were rewarded with a full hour’s performance by the artiste. Though there were dramatic segments during the event it would be fair to say the event was a success.