Vegas’s ‘Hot Wuk’ Number One On All Three Major Charts

There seem to be no stopping Vegas’ ‘Hot Wuk’! The song is now number one on all three major charts in Jamaica – Hype TV, Re TV, and ER. Ever since its release the song has been breaking all musical boundaries as it was gobbled up in the dancehall and embraced by the girls. But that is not surprising as Vegas has often claimed that his lyrics are for the girls. Coming out of 2006 and going into 2007 Vegas is still maintaining a dominant presence in the dancehall. His latest song ‘Gangsta Law’ one of the big tunes on the very hot Taxi riddim (which Buju Banton’s ‘Driver’ is on) is getting some crazy hype right now. Another song that is enjoying a lot of love on the international scene is ‘Lean Wit It’ which is recorded on the Darker Shade riddim. Incidentally both ‘Gangsta Law’ and ‘Lean Wit It’ are produced by the Riddim Twins who are considered geniuses in the business – Sly & Robbie. There definitely seem to be some musical chemistry between Vegas and the riddim twins. Coming out of a very busy season which saw him working on most of the major shows of the Christmas season starting with Island Explosion held at Tigar Mart in May Pen on Christmas eve, he had the ladies eating out of the palm of his hand. Christmas Day saw Vegas at Magnum GT Taylor Christmas Extravaganza in St. Elizabeth creating hovoc. It was total pandemonium when he along with the Magnum Dancers did the Hot Wuck! The singjay moved on to Sting on Boxing day where he totally wowed the thousands that turned out. He was so good that they had to call him back on stage to give the people more! Vegas will kick off the New Year with Unity Splash, scheduled to be held on January 1 in Westmoreland. And the girls had better be prepared – he will be coming musically armed for them! RAY ALEXANDER TEL: JA. (876) 8775956 TEL: USA (347) 3945801 www.myspace.com/khoolbooking

New Years Eve Bash with Kevin Lyttle

This e-mail is to extend an invitation to “You and Yours” to attend our New Years Eve Bash on Sunday December 31st 2006. Our featured host and performer that night will be Kevin Lyttle doing his hit single “Turn Me On”. There will be a Champagne toast at midnight so come early and dress to impress.Advanced Purchase of Tickets is $35 per person & $50 per couple. Prices at the door will be the same until 10:30pm, after which the price will increase. So come early!!! Our goal at Karibbean city is to provide our patrons with a bit of the cool Caribbean vibe in the Bay Area. The management and staff extend best wishes and a warm thank you to all that have supported us in 2006. We hope that you will join us in bringing in a healthy and prosperous 2007 for all and we also look forward to your continued support in 2007!

Dec 31, 2006

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Kevin Lyttle with DJS: Toks, Common Sensi (Groove Unlimited/Bigupradio.com), and Black Love Sound

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The Abyssinians Touring Western Us And Canada March, April 2007

The Abyssinians vocal trio is touring America again. With Bernard Collins, Donald Mannings and David Morrison, this is a highly talented respected vocal group with deep spiritual vibrations, good intentions and a higher purpose. This is the vocal trio that produced the reggae national anthem – Satta Massagana. The Abyssinians are the roots of reggae music. “He will take us by the hand. And lead us to that wonderland. If you can’t be good, be careful. And do the best you can. Yimasgan hula gize. Glory to Jah, let him be praised.” Interested parties contact Kings Music International. Biography: The Abyssinians The roots harmony vocal trio, the Abyssinians was formed in 1968 in Jamaica by founding members Donald Manning, Bernard Collins and Linford Manning. In 1969, they released “Satta Massagana” recorded on Coxson Dodd’s Studio One label—a Rastafarian hymn speaking of Ethiopia. “Satta Massagana was a hit that has become an anthem worldwide and launched The Abyssinians into the ranks of International stardom. “Satta Massagana” has became one of reggae’s most popular songs. It has also been covered by many other top artists such as Third World and Don Carlos. What followed was a string of hits including “Declaration of Rights,” “Yi Mas Gan.” and “Let My Days Be Long”. The early albums were collections of singles recorded throughout the 1970’s on their own label, Clinch. From the early to mid-70s, the Abyssinians recorded sparingly, but the quality of the group’s work was remarkable. The Abyssinians’ first full album was recorded in 1976 and is regarded as one of the greatest in the history of Jamaican music. The sessions were supervised by Clive Hunt and resulted in the album known both as Forward Onto Zion and Satta Massagana. Every track exudes the spiritual essence of the Abyssinians. The group’s Africentric lyrics were crystallized on virtually every cut on the album, and it featured remakes of “Satta,” “Declaration of Rights,” and “Y Mas Gan.” Donald Manning’s masterpiece “African Race” is one of the defining compositions of the album and of the group’s career. After a seductively beautiful acoustic guitar solo by Mikey Chung, the song erupts into a chilling roots anthem. The lyrics speak with pride of their African heritage and of their survival of slavery. Regrettably, the tapes were pirated, and the album didn’t see legitimate release until Heartbeat (US) and Blue Moon (France) released it in the mid-90s. Despite the illegitimate release of the Clive Hunt sessions, the success of the “Tenayistillin” single in England gained the Abyssinians enough credibility with Virgin that the group became one of the crop signed to the UK giant in 1978. The fruit of the Virgin deal was the Arise album. Forward, released in 1982 by Alligator in the US, collected some early tracks like “Jerusalem” (b-side to the original “Satta” 45), “Mabrak,” “Peculiar Number,” several superb Bernard Collins solo cuts, plus “Forward Onto Zion” and the remake of “Satta,” both from the Clive Hunt sessions. In the late eighties, Donald, Bernard and Linford spent three years in serious recording sessions. The result of this work was another big album – $19.95 + TAX . In 1998, Artists Only! Records re-released this album as REUNION. In the late 90’s Donald Mannings did some major US and European tours with his brother, Carlton Mannings and David Morrison. In 1999, Donald, Carlton and David did a thirty seven city North American tour with three of Donald’s sons, Judah, Prince and Andrew on bass, drums and keyboards. These same sons have gone on to become some of the top reggae musicians in the business. The shows were well received and well executed, but some people still longed to hear the original Bernard Collins voice. In 2004, Donald Manning & Bernard Collins reunited after a ten-year hiatus along with David Morrison, on a European tour. Later that year they did Colorado’s Reggae on the Rocks a two-week tour along the California coast. In February and March of 2005 they did an extended tour of Europe, and in the summer of 2005 they toured the western US again. They also performed that year in the US with Bernard Collins at the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival, the Monterey Bay Reggae Festival and the Soul Rebel Festival. Until Heartbeat Records reissued Satta Massagana (a.k.a. Forward Onto Zion) in 1993, few groups in reggae were more of an enigma than the Abyssinians. “Satta Massagana,” has been referred to as “reggae’s national anthem. ‘There is a land far, far away, where there’s no night, there’s only day. Look into the book of life, and you will see that there’s a land far, far away.’ “Satta Massagana” (meaning ‘give thanks’) is notable for its use of Amharic, the language of Ethiopia (Abyssinia). Donald Manning explains the Amharic in some of the group’s well-known compositions. “Tena Yi Stillin. Dina Igzhabhier Y Mas Gan. Satta Massagana.’ When I say ‘Dina’ means ‘good,’ ‘Igzhabier’ means ‘God,’ ‘Y Mas Gan,’ [means] ‘He may be praised. ‘Tena Yi Stillin’ means ‘greetings.’ It means ‘good morning.’ It means ‘good bye.’ It means ‘good afternoon.’ It means ‘health, may He give for thee.’” The legendary “Satta” recording session included Leroy Sibbles on bass, Fil Callendar on drums, Eric Frater on guitar, Robbie Lyn on keyboards, Vin Gordon on trombone and Felix “Deadley Headley” Bennett on saxophone. The original “Satta” recording was ‘versioned’ (remixed and/or re-voiced) more than a dozen times, including the Abyssinians’ own remake “Mabrak,” a direct response to Joe Gibbs’ “A So.” Instrumentals included “Thunderstorm” featuring Bongo Herman, and several Tommy McCook/Vivien Hall horn overdubs including “Mandela.” Collins later re-voiced the song as “Satta Me No Born Yah.” Prince Far I, Big Youth, Dillinger and others also took shots at the rhythm. Since its debut in 1969, nearly every producer in reggae has remade “Satta,” and literally hundreds of remakes of the song exist. The Abyssinians were featured performing “Satta” in a capella style in the film Roots, Rock, Reggae in 1976 and again in Rockers in 1978. These are the only known film appearances of the original trio. Carlton Manning’s (Donald’s older brother) key role in mentoring the Abyssinians is comparable to the role Joe Higgs played with the Wailers years earlier. Carlton Manning coached the trio in the minor chord harmony singing that would define its style, and he also taught Donald to play the guitar. Donald Manning recalls his brother’s efforts. “Most of the harmony that we sing, Carlton teach us, because me and Bernard was singing together and Carlton told me that because I was playing the guitar, Bernard will sing [more] leads than I do . . . so I must sing the harmony.” This minor chord harmony style characterized the Abyssinians unique sound. “[My] harmonies are mainly minor chords on a 7th, 9th, 13th [tertian (3rds)] harmony. If you know the [guitar], you deal with the chords and formulate the harmonies from there if the artists can take it. Minor chords are intricate. The scales are not the regular scales. You have to know what you’re doing musically. [That’s how] you get the Far Eastern sound.” The Abyssinians have a distinct sound that is special and beloved. Fortunately for the world, Linford Mannings has been replaced for the live shows with an exceptionally talented replacement in David Morrison, so the trio is in top form to this day representing the roots of reggae music. “Glory to Jah, let him be praised.” Contact: Peter Wardle King’s Music International Phone: (510) 326-8445 or online at reggaeangl@aol.com http://www.kingsmusicinternational.com

WICKED & WILD All New Dancehall Show Every Thursday On Bigupradio.com

Your Thursdays will never be the same! Bigupradio proudly presents the all new WICKED & WILD reggae dancehall show hosted by Rising Sun International. Every Thursday the WICKED & WILD show will bring you the latest and greatest dancehall available online. Tune in as Rising Sun Int’l brings in special guests, the hottest new riddims and a peak at the newest releases you never heard before! You can catch the WICKED & WILD show on Bigupradio’s 24/7 Slamming Dancehall station. Showtimes are: 5am, 11am, 5pm and 11pm Eastern Standard Time. About Rising Sun International Setting a trend along the west coast as well as the nation and around the globe, Rising Sun International has collaborated with some of the reggae musics leading producers and artists. Rising Sun International consist of Richie Epps from Miami, Soul 1 from Seattle, HighTower from Connecticut, and the voice of Daddy Nikko from Brooklyn . In 2000, Richie Epps formed Rising Sun International and since then the sound released a dozen mix cd’s and some mad exclusive remixes. An has played along side such sounds as Black Chiney, Supa Twitch, Richie Pooh, Steelie Bashment and others. Rising Sun International has also performed with artist like Beenie Man, Buju Bantan, Morgan Heritage, Anthony B and many others. Combined this set has over 30 years experience in the sound business playing in more than 20 cities in the US and also overseas in London, Amsterdam, Bahamas, Costa Rica and Honduras. They are blessed to share their positive vibes and culture to millions through Big Up Radio that brings you the best and newest in Jamaican an Caribbean music daily. Stay tuned! ONE LOVE PO BOX 20650 Oakland CA 94620 www.bigupradio.com info@bigupradio.com RAW #1841 GET FREE REGGAE PODCASTS ON YAHOO

Edi Fitzroy’s New CD “Hold The Vibes” Now in Stores

December 2006 – San Jose, CA - Edi Fitzroy, long time conscious reggae veteran’s new album release “Hold The Vibes“, on rising Northern California record label King Step Recordings has been in the works for almost a decade and is being compared to many of his best records. The album features a classic acoustic vibe and superb vocals that are sure to last the test of time. It displays a conscious, explosive and energetic Edi Fitzroy. Edi has made his impact in the music industry with his songs of consciousness, and his new release “Hold The Vibes” continues the formula that has propelled him all these years. “Hold The Vibes” is featured in the top 20 albums in rotation (club & radio) as of 12/18/06. The CD can be heard on the radio  in Jamaica, the Caribbean, Florida, California, New York, Baltimore, Virginia, Portland, Nevada, Colorado, Washington, Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts, UK, Canada, Australia, Satellite radio and soon the planet. You can also hear it featured on BigUpRadio.com. If you do not hear it on your local Reggae radio station, please request it. “Hold The Vibes” can now be purchased in more than 70 stores. The CD is expected to be in more than 100 stores nationwide by the beginning of 2007. Here is a short list of stores where you can find Edi Fitzroy’s new album now: Music Millennium – Portland, OR Bop Street Records – Seattle, WA Zion’s Gate Records – Seattle, WA Boo Boo Records – San Luis Obispo, CA Everyday Music  – Portland, OR, Seattle WA, Bellingham, WA Amoeba Music – Bay Area and Los Angeles, CA Wisdom Records – San Francisco, CA Trade Roots Reggae – San Diego, CA Silver Platters – Seattle, WA Wild Planet- Ventura, CA Independent Records – CO Mad About Music – Lake Tahoe, CA and Reno, NV Newbury Comics – MA, Vermont, NH, Maine, CN Rasputin Music – SF Bay Area CD Willy’s – Maynard, MA Street Sounds – Los Angeles, CA Edi Fitzroy’s new album “Hold The Vibes” can also be purchased online. Here are a few places to buy the new CD: http://www.EdiFitzroy.com http://www.BigUpRadio.com http://www.CDBaby.com http://www.EBReggae.com King Step Recordings (KSR) has signed with the Independent Online Distribution Alliance (IODA) to digitally distribute “Hold The Vibes”. Singles and ring tones from the CD can be purchased online everywhere as of January 1, 2007. Here are the top 10 places to find digital singles and ring tones from “Hold The Vibes”: iTunes eMusic Napster

Elephant Man is confirmed for Guinness Sting 2K6

Popular deejay Elephant Man is among the Top Ten for the feature segment on Guinness Sting 2K6 to be held at Jam World Centre, Portmore on Tuesday, December 26. Desmond ‘Q45′ Blake, manager of Elephant Man confirmed that his artiste is all set for the highly anticipated annual event. When contacted, Elephant Man was in his usual high spirit. He said that, “Sting is a show whey me always look forward and we a guh just give our full energy.” Elephant Man has been very busy in the studio working on new singles. He will be coming at Sting with new and old tunes for the fans. Other artistes billed in the Supreme Promotion-organized Guinness Sting are Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Capleton, Chuck Fendah, Richie Spice, Vybz Kartel, Ninja Man and Vegas. Elephant Man made a big move with his growing music career when he landed a landmark deal with Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment recently. Known for his high-energy live performances, Elephant Man christened O’Neil Bryan is one of the few dancehall acts to crossover into mainstream music. He has recorded collaborations with P Diddy, Busta Rhymes, Rhianna, Shaggy, Mya and others. Elephant Man is highly credited for bringing back dancing in the dancehall with songs such as ‘Higher Level’, ‘Pon De River, Pon De Bank’, ‘Signal The Plane’, as well as other big tunes. So, music lovers expect another high-energy performance from Elephant Man on Guinnes Sting 2K6. RAY ALEXANDER TEL: JA. (876) 8775956 TEL: USA (347) 3945801 www.myspace.com/khoolbooking

Don’t miss Soulmedic’s blazing shows!

Blazing lyrics of Rastafari consciousness blended with vocal versatility only found in the hottest of dancehalls, Soulmedic delivers explosive stage shows bound to stir the soul. Whether with all-star band, MASH Unit, backing him, or solo over a sound system, Soulmedic’s music spans the reggae sub-genres from roots and lovers rock to bashment, rub-a-dub and hip-hop, with songs of upfull inspiration rooted firm in truth and rights. As a singer, producer, songwriter, and DJ, Soulmedic displays his many talents on his current albums, which were co-produced with record label, Jah Kebra Music. Soulmedic‘s latest release, “Western Cleansing”, is heating up the reggae and dancehall world with earth-shattering tracks from the lyrical healer as well as collaborations with General Smiley (of the original Michigan & Smiley), as well as Jahworks the Revolutionary, the Ishence Band, Sista Kat and more! “Western Cleansing” is Soulmedic’s second release with the Jah Kebra label with tracks produced by Batch (of Sound V.I. Zion Records), plus many produced by Soulmedic himself. This overflowing album also features bonus songs by Warrior, Biblical and Jahworks the Revolutionary and is available for sale at www.bigupradio.com . All albums – Ancient Youth, Western Cleansing and Jah Kebra’s Mix #1 will all also be available at the shows! Currently, Soulmedic is in the studio recording new material for his next album – expect to see the first single, Ganja Youth, blazing through on 7” vinyl in January 2007. Soulmedic is continuously seeking to further his conscious messages to the world and is devoted to working with those dedicated a similar path. He has recently teamed up with a powerful crew of chanters and singers (Jah Sun, Ishi Dube, Ras Attitude and Binghi Ghost) to form The Lion Camp. Look for future projects and tours from this talented circle of artists! Check out www.jahkebra.com for the latest on Soulmedic’s runnin’s, tour dates & downloads Check out www.jahsunmusic.com, www.massaganna.com, www.ishidube.com, www.soundvizion.com, www.myspace.com/binghighost, and www.myspace.com/rasattitude for info on all the artists involved with The Lion Camp! Soulmedic is hitting the road with his blend of conscious dancehall in promotion of his latest album, “Western Cleansing”! Look for him in Cali this December & January! Sunday, December 21 Soulmedic & the Mash Unit Plus Purefiyah Sound & other special guests from the hometown Cooper’s Bar – 235 Commercial Ave., Nevada City, CA $10 @ door Doors 9pm, Show 10pm Friday, December 22 Soulmedic & the Mash Unit With DJ 7 of Purefiyah Sound & other special guests Green Room – 144 West St., Reno, NV 775-324-1224 for more info Sunday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve! Off the Hook Tahoe New Year’s Eve Party – Wicked Sound Reunion Guarenteed to be Blazing! Soulmedic and Cat Lanky With High Grade Sound, Selector Prime & special guests Zenbu Lounge – Squaw Valley/Olympic Village – end of Squaw Rd upstairs in old cable car building 9:30pm Saturday, January 27 Soulmedic & A Plus as well as more special guests TBA Record Release Party for A Plus (Heiroglyphics) New Album & Soulmedic’s & Jahworks’ New Singles Miner’s Foundry – 325 Spring St Nevada City, CA Doors 9pm More info tba Amy Shapas So You Can 831-479-0711 ph 831-479-4242 fax soyoucan@sbcglobal.net www.soyoucan.com

Da’Ville is Stone Love’s Singer Of The Year!

Reggae dancehall entertainer, Da’Ville is the singer of 2006. The artist was the recipient of the coveted Stone Love award for Singer Of The Year 2006. Da’Ville was chosen the singer of the year based on his chart topping efforts, successful performances, surmounted popularity and feedbacks from the dancehalls, radio and cable stations both locally and abroad. – RAY ALEXANDER TEL: JA. (876) 8775956 TEL: USA (347) 3945801 www.myspace.com/khoolbooking

REALITY TIME #35 with special guest DUGSY RANKS on Bigupradio.com

Dugsy Ranks joins DJ Kurious & MC Taiyephoon for another exciting episode of REALITY TIME on Bigupradio.com.

Dec 17, 2006

12:00 AM PST

Dugsy Ranks with DJ Kurious and MC Taiyephoon

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Reggae CD Review: Sizzla – The Overstanding

Album: The Overstanding Artist: Sizzla Genre: Dancehall Label: Kalonji / Damon Dash Reviewer: Jah Live (Dreadvibration Crew) Rating: 5/5   Dem cyaant keep this good man down for him as “Solid As A Rock,” notin nah a go stop him now! After albums like, Royal Sons of Ethiopia (1999), Bobo Ashanti (2000) Rastafari Teach I Everything (2001) Ghetto Revolutionary (2002) Rise To The Occasion (2003) Brighter Day (2005) and so much more from this productive, Conscious Bobo Dread. I man seh this one a di best (a  real OVERSTANDING I tell yuh). I feel an hear, a completely different Sizzla Kalonji…Rastafari, man love it… fi real! “Break Free” (such an upfull tune with a beat that just sets yuh up happy J). But allso tunes like: Solid As A Rock, Give me a try, Black Woman And Child, Beautifull Day, Thank You For Loving Me, an more pon this 14 track album. All so different and oh so nice. It’s what makes this album a must-have in your Roots Rock Reggae Collection! It’s out deh since the 21st of November 2006, so run go get it as I would say J di adress yuh all know …www.bigupradio.com. May Jah lovin Inspiration be with yuh fi all times I pray mi Bredda Sizzla, Raspec fi di works yuh a mek! Holy I… Jah Rastafari……. Blessed love be pon yuh all fi Iva!                                                                      Icerely                                                                   I Jahlive I