The rising dancehall star in G MAFFIAH swings by the SLOW BOUNCE show this Tuesday on Bigupradio.com! G-MAFFIAH’s mashing up the dancehalls with tracks like “Been Through The Worse (Energize Riddim) ” with hits like “Aint Nothing Going On ,” “Bag A Noise ,” “Money Can’t Buy Love “ and many more. Tune in for this exclusive interview and feature with G-MAFFIAH. SLOW BOUNCE is hosted by DJ Septik and Psar every week on Bigupradio.com. Tune in this and every Tuesday right after the PLATINUM VIBES show. ONE LOVE
About G MAFFIAH : He started his musical career by performing at festivals while attending High school. His love and dedication for music had led him to Dillon Reid of Manatee Records, who was astounded at his lyrics. Following this, G Maffiah wrote and recorded two tracks, ‘Money Haffi Mek’ and ‘Saturday Night’, at the studio the same day. Both did well, receiving some radio play. G Maffiah changed his name after Elephant Man recorded ‘Dance De Crazy Hype’, which had confused some people and led them to believe that he was a dancer. So far, he has managed to work with some of Jamaica’s prominent producers, such as: Jah Snow Cone, Lady G, Mickey John of Lion Paw Production, Power Mix Record out of New York, Big Family Music, Kingston 6, Mad Dawgs 3:57 Production, and Kings Jammys. Find out more here. Subscribe to the SLOW BOUNCE Podcast on: |
October 27, 2007
SLOW BOUNCE #40 features dancehall sensation G-MAFFIAH
October 16, 2007
BADMAN RADIO #05 with Tony Matterhorn on BigUpRadio.com
The unstoppable, unfadeable, amazing TONY MATTERHORN drops by the BADMAN RADIO show this Saturday on Bigupradio.com. BADMAN RADIO is hosted by DJ TRASHA “Tha Booty Shaker.” TONY is well known for his smash hit “Dutty Wine” but he’s got many more bombshells including new releases “Gully Beans (Scandal Bag Riddim)” and “On My Knees” featuring the beautiful ALAINE. Tune in for an exclustive interview and feature with TONY MATTERHORN! This is one show you won’t wanna miss! ONE LOVE
MUSIC VIDEOS Tony Matterhorn About TONY MATTERHORN: His feisty attitude has kept him at or near the top of the sound system game for many years. Tony Matterhorn has now found new territory as a dancehall deejay with a handful of hits pounding the dancehall both locally and overseas. Dubbed ‘Mr. Fully Loaded’ for his intense battles at the annual beach event, Matterhorn has captured a new fan base with the globe-trotting Dutty Wine single which spent 13 weeks at number one on the RETV Dancehall Chart, and eleven weeks at the top of the UK’s BBC 1Xtra Dancehall chart. Dutty Wine’s success hasn’t been confined to the dancehall charts. The song last week peaked at number 35 on Billboard’s R&B Hip Hop Singles & Tracks chart in the US. A follow-up single, Goodas Fi Dem from producer Mark Pinnock’s Gully Slime rhythm on the Natural Bridge label, has taken over the number one spot on the charts. Find out more: hereSubscribe to the BADMAN RADIO Podcast on:
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SLOW BOUNCE #40 features DJ JAIRO from France
The number one club DJ in France DJ JAIRO drops by the SLOW BOUNCE show this Tuesday on Bigupradio.com! DJ JAIRO has been mashing up the dancehalls in Europe and is now a featured guest on SLOW BOUNCE. Tune in for this exclusive interview and here mixing by a master. SLOW BOUNCE is hosted by DJ Septik and Psar every week on Bigupradio.com. Tune in this and every Tuesday right after the PLATINUM VIBES show. ONE LOVE
AboutDJ JAIRO: DJ JAIRO has been in the club, mixtape, and radio industry circuit for over 7 years. JAIRO has a magnetic personality as well as a true insight to the mind of his audience. The love of the music, the love of his followers, attention to detail, skill and enthusiasm are the ingredients that make up his essence and have established him as one of, if not the premier deejay in the industry. Playing everything from Hip Hop to R&B, Reggae to House, his versatile and creative Djing style allows him to adapt to any crowd and ensures that everyone will have a good time. Known as much for breaking records as for his professionalism and talent, DJ Jaïro Sounds is changing the face of the music business. DJ JAIRO “PASSION ZOUk 2 mixed by DJ JAIRO” in the stores now…!! FEATURING “Perle lama, Slai, Warren, Admiral T, etc…!!! DJ JAIRO “Dance hall mix party” its now in stores OCTOBER 23!! FEATURING “ADMIRAL T, KRYS, JAMADOM, LORD KOSSITY, SAIAN SUPA CREW”…. Find out more here. Subscribe to the SLOW BOUNCE Podcast on: |
October 15, 2007
CULTURE CAFE #19 this Wednesday with RAS MICHAEL on Bigupradio.com
Blessings Roots Reggae massive! Bigupradio.com presents the roots reggae show CULTURE CAFE hosted by RAS TOM-I every wednesday. This week’s special guest is the living legend RAS MICHAEL! RAS MICHAEL has been putting out the best roots reggae music for decades. With dozens of albums and worldwide tours RAS MICHAEL has been pushing roots forward in a major way. Don’t miss this exclusive interview and feature on Wednesday! You can reach RAS TOM-I at culturecafe@bigupradio.com. ONE LOVE
About RAS MICHAEL: Ras Michael was born George Michael Henry in Kingston, Jamaica. He grew up in the Rastafarian communities of Salt Lane, Dungle, Oxford Street, Pink Lane, Matthew’s Lane, Trenchtown, Rosetown, Clock Circle, Water House, Back a Wall, Cockburn Pen, in the ghettos of Kingston. His mother Mercideth (known as Mercy)was a devoted Christian, she was born in the parish of St. Mary, she left there and moved to Kingston where Ras Michael was born and raised, where he learned hand drumming and eventually became an internationally acclaimed master-drummer. The legendary musician is known throughout the world as a reggae vocalist and Nyabinghi “burra” drum specialist whose style is roots, rock reggae. Find out more here. Subscribe to the CULTURE CAFE Podcast on: |
October 14, 2007
BOOM SHOTS #99 with Khari Kill on BigUpRadio.com
Dancehall sensation KHARI KILL guest stars on this weeks BOOM SHOTS on Bigupradio.com. Join your host DJ BOOM for a special interview and feature with reggae star Khari Kill . Khari Kill blew your mind with his wonderful track “Picture of Selassie” but he has so many more tunes you may not have heard. Don’t miss this show! Tune in to KNOTTY DREAD RADIO each and every Thursday on Bigupradio.com Dancehall! ONE LOVE
About KHARI KILL: KHARI KILL AKA the THE VOICE OF D GHETTO as Brooklyn calls him, has definitely reestablish New York as a power house in conscious reggae music. Born in the Trinidadian ghetto of La Horquetta , In his early teens he discovered his gift of song writing. This was the foundation of khari’s arsenal of lyrics that would come to be delivered over various genres of music . Khari can be described as one of the most versatile reggae artist in the game today, his songs rage against oppression, poverty and injustice. His debut single “ PICTURE OF SELASSIE ” on the ” MASSIVE B ” label, went straight to # 1 on reggae charts world wide . Since then every song released by KHARI KILL have all been HITS. Find out more here. Subscribe to the BOOM SHOTS Podcast: |
October 13, 2007
Chaka Demus and Pliers West Coast and Canada Tour
CHAKADEMUS AND PLIERS AND UPCOMING EXPLORER RECORDINGS ARTIST BLESSED TOUR NORTH AMERICA AND CANADA – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2007
Not even Bob Marley matched the success of Chaka Demus and Pliers on the British Charts. This ever hot duo notched up a record five (5) consecutive Top 20 entries, including “Twist and Shout”, their number one hit with Jack Radics, and “Murder She Wrote”. They are now household names in Europe. The combination of Pliers’ yearning vocals and Chaka Demus’ rock stonechat proves irresistible to their Global audience, and has earned them a Gold disc for their album “Tease Me”. There is much anticipation for this 2007 North American tour, as these artists have been doing more one off shows in America than city to city touring. Around November 20th they should reach the Colorado Rockie�??s, coming from the east coast, and then they proceed to the west coast, Canada and Hawaii Their first collaboration, “Gal Wine”, was recorded for producer Ossie Hibbert and spent over three months on the reggae charts. It was the success of this song, which led them in the direction of Sly and Robbie, who originally built the mesmerizing “Murder She Wrote” rhythm for guitarist Lloyd “Gitsy” Willis, whose nimble handiwork, can be heard on most of the subsequent Chaka Demus and Pliers releases. Issued on Sly and Robbie’s own Taxi label, along with a solo song by Pliers called “Bam Bam”, “Murder She Wrote” became one of the biggest selling reggae dancehall singles in the world. For further info on this duo, go to http://www.myspace.com/chakademusandpliers . Opening for Chaka Demus and Pliers is the promising upcoming artist �?? Blessed. Blessed a.k.a. Peter Skinner was born May 13, 1975 in the small Parish of St. Thomas Jamaica. From an early age, Blessed exhibited his musical talents performing solos, musical dramas and singing with his church choir. At the age of 12, Blessed immigrated to Canada and upon his commencement of high school, retraced his cultural roots when he began writing and performing his own songs to close family and friends. This would eventually blossom into singing dub plates and performances at school talent shows, where Blessed soon became an audience favorite. Blessed recently actualized one of his life’s goals when he released his hit single �??Love�??. The single was eventually rated as one Flow 93.5’s (Toronto) top 50 most requested songs for the year 2001, and received a 2002 Juno Nomination. Inspired by the reggae group The Wailers, and given his name appropriately by his friend Lindo P., Blessed looks towards an even bigger goal, which is to have his music reach and inspire people worldwide. This North American tour opening for the world famous Chaka Demus and Pliers should help him actualize that goal. Together these are a great novelty package. BIOGRAPHY: CHAKA DEMUS AND PLIERS Rough-voiced, deejay Chaka Demus (born: John Taylor in Kingston, Jamaica in August, 1963) and smooth-toned vocalist Pliers (born: Everton Bonner in Rockhall Hills, Jamaica on April 4, 1963) have come together to create more hit songs than almost any vocal groups in the history of Jamaican music. The first Jamaican act to place three consecutive singles in the top five of the British music charts, Chaka Demus And Pliers have continued to make their mark. According to reggae web-site, Real Groove, Chaka Demus And Pliers are “sexy, soulful and poppy enough to be saleable to U.S. R&B blandoids, yet still tuff enough to raise gunshots and shouts of ‘Murder’ back in the Kingston dancehalls. Both Chaka Demus and Pliers had established successful solo careers prior to combining their efforts. Demus, who grew up in the Waterhouse district of Kingston, launched his career as a deejay for the Roots Majestic sound system. Although he made his recording debut with the King Jammy-produced single, “Increase Your Knowledge,” his first hit came in 1986 when he recorded “One Scotch” as a duet with Admiral Bailey. His subsequent hits included “Everybody Loves Chaka,” a duet with Yellowman, “Bring It To Me,” a duet with deejay/vocalist Scottie and “Everybody Loves Chaka” and “Chaka On The Move,” which he recorded solo. Pliers, who worked with such producers as King Jammy, Winston Riley, King Tubby, Black Scorpio and Coxsone Dodd, recorded such solo hits as “Snake In The Grass” and “Bam Bam,” a hip hop reworking of a Toots & The Maytals tune. In a 1998 interview, Demu recalled his initial reaction to hearing Pliers. “The man has a sweet melody voice, ” he said. “Any time I listened to him and listened to myself, I knew I could mesh with him.” After collaborating to record “Gal Wine,” for producer Ossie Hibbert, “Brenda,” for producer Rankling Joe, and “Rough This Year,” for producer Blackbeard, Chaka Demus And Pliers had their first major hit, “Murder She Wrote,” produced by Sly and Robbie, Which Pliers had previously recorded as a soloist. Their next single, “Tease Me,” remained in the British top ten for three months, reaching the number three slot, and sold more than three hundred thousand copies. “She Don’t Let Nobody,” a cover of a Curtis Mayfield tune, and “Twist And Shout,” a remake of the Isley Brothers and Beatles hit, recorded with Jack Radics and Sly and Robbie’s Taxi Gang, followed “Tease Me” into the British top five. The duo’s debut album, �??Tease Me�??, released in January 1994, brought together their first six singles and a new version of George Clinton’s anthem, “One Nation Under Groove.” Their second album, �??She Don’t Let Nobody,�?? released in 1995, reached number four on the British album charts. Chaka Demus and Pliers perform in Africa, Europe, Japan, and the US to enthusiastic fans. This Jamaican duo has an irresistible blend, loved all over. They have made their mark, and continue to deliver strong performances in Jamaica and abroad. Their�??s is another success story in the history of raw Jamaican reggae music. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: |
October 12, 2007
Shaggy Receives Order Of Distinction Commander Class
Shaggy, born Orville Richard Burrell, in Kingston, Jamaica, relocated to his mother’s home in Brooklyn, New York at age 18. After leaving the US marines in the early nineties he launched his music career to great success. Oh Carolina, a cover of The Folkes Brothers(1960) hit became his first major success when it roared into the Number One spot in the U.K. and nine other countries, in 1993 the song also appeared on the Pure Pleasure album. Shaggy quickly followed in 1995 with the Boombastic album for which he won a won Grammy in 1996 for Best Reggae Album. In the last 12 years Shaggy has sold over 20 million albums worldwide. Shaggy is not only an entertainer but also has a soft heart, over the years Shaggy has consistently demonstrated his philanthropy by giving significant funds to charities all over the world from Jamaica to Africa. Shaggy has been a consistent staple on the music scene both internationally and locally. He has made and indelible mark on Jamaica and is a great example for all. “I feel honoured to receive this award and overwhelmed that the Jamaican government saw it fit to bestow upon me such recognition”- Shaggy Shaggy will receive his Order of Distinction at a public awards ceremony this National Heroes Day, Monday October 15 th at Kings House at 9AM. Alison Young |
October 11, 2007
ezetop Launches Online Recharge for Digicel Jamaica Phones
ezetop is pleased to announce the launch of its online service for Digicel Jamaica mobile phones. This now means that Digicel Jamaica phones can be topped up automatically from any online pc by entering www.ezetop.com Commenting on the launch of this service, ezetop’s Head of Business Development, David Shackleton said: ‘the convenience of an instant and cost-effective top up of a loved ones’ phone means that immediate and direct support is now accessible by the online Jamaican community throughout the world. We are delighted to bring this service to the significant Jamaican Diaspora throughout the world.” For further information, please contact ezetop at info@ezetop.com. About Ezetopezetop Ltd. is an Irish based international mobile phone services company and is a subsidiary of Heytesbury Investments Ltd. ezetop’s management has extensive experience in both telecoms and financial services. Established in 2006, ezetop was founded to enable people to send mobile phone credit to family and friends back home instantly and to buy mobile credit for themselves instantly. |
October 10, 2007
BigUpRadio.com Celebrates 100th Episode of Boom Shots Show
Bigup Radio, Inc., operators of the industry-leading BigUp Radio network of Reggae internet radio stations and leading web-site (www.bigupradio.com) for Reggae CDs, DVDs, vinyl, news and reviews, is pleased to announce the milestone 100th Episode of the Boom Shots show on BigUp Radio.
On announcing that BigUp Radio will be celebrating the 100th episode throughout the month of October, BigUp Radio’s CEO Raoul Krakowski commented, “Boom has been with us as we grew from thousands of tune-ins to over two million tune-ins last month and the thousands of fans who now listen to his show each week understand exactly why we’re thrilled to have him in the BigUp family and to continue bringing our listeners into the world of DJ Boom.” As the first show to launch on BigUp Radio, Boom Shots laid the foundation for the lineup of great selectors and programming listeners have come to expect from Bigupradio.com. Hosted by DJ Boom (Bassmentality Sound), the idea came for the show when Bigupradio.com CEO Raoul Krakowski heard a few mixtapes from the Baltimore based Selector. From a small start, Boom Shots has brought listeners up to the minute music, celebrity interviews, and a reliable weekly source for good music. During the 100 episodes of his Boom Shots show, a who’s who of Reggae music have made guest appearances and done interviews with DJ Boom including Ziggy Marley, Shaggy, Sizzla, Buju Banton, Elephant Man, Jah Cure, Da’Ville, Richie Spice, Morgan Heritage, Anthony B, Twin of Twins and many more. Boom Shots is a blend of Brand New music, classic singles and artist interviews which keeps the content fresh and spontaneous. The music truly is geared for audiences of all demographics and varying levels of familiarity with Caribbean music. Boom Shots continues to bridge the gap between the artists and their listeners though artist features and interviews. Special guests of the show have included well-known legends as well as up and coming artists. BigUp listeners are able to tune-in every Wednesday to “Boom Shots,” a two hour program showcasing the latest singles, riddims, remixes and more, mixed together and presented by DJ Boom. The show airs 3am, 9am, 3pm and 9pm EST to reach both US and European markets. Listeners are able to hear interviews with their favorite artists as well as request their songs and win prizes or giveaways. About BigUpRadio.com BigUp Radio was founded out of a love for Reggae music and a desire to share the greatest in Reggae music with fans around the World. For the past five years BigUp’s Dancehall and Roots radio stations have been among the most listened to Reggae stations online and responding to listener requests for the full spectrum of Reggae music, in October of 2005, BigUp added stations for Dub, Soca, Ska, Reggaeton, Dub & Gospel. BigUp’s stations, which generate over two million tune-ins each month, are available using iTunes, WinAmp or Windows Media and for mobile listeners through Spodcast and the Mobile Broadcast Network. BigUp Radio’s web-site features one of the largest catalogs of Reggae CDs, DVDs and vinyl available anywhere as well as the latest news, reviews and event listings. About DJ Boom Bassmentality’s DJ Boom has established himself in the East-Coast Reggae and club scene as a top DJ for what’s hot in Dancehall music. With an ear for mixing everything from Reggae torch-bearers like Sanchez and Beres Hammond to the hottest new tracks from artists like Sean Paul and Damian Marley, DJ Boom can be seen working the turn-tables at weekly at various clubs as well as opening for live acts like: Burning Spear, Morgan Heritage, Damian Marley, Anthony B & many more. |
The rising dancehall star in G MAFFIAH swings by the SLOW BOUNCE show this Tuesday on Bigupradio.com! G-MAFFIAH’s mashing up the dancehalls with tracks like “Been Through The Worse (Energize Riddim) ” with hits like “Aint Nothing Going On ,” “Bag A Noise ,” “Money Can’t Buy Love “ and many more. Tune in for this exclusive interview and feature with G-MAFFIAH. SLOW BOUNCE is hosted by DJ Septik and Psar every week on Bigupradio.com. Tune in this and every Tuesday right after the PLATINUM VIBES show. ONE LOVE
The unstoppable, unfadeable, amazing TONY MATTERHORN drops by the BADMAN RADIO show this Saturday on Bigupradio.com. BADMAN RADIO is hosted by DJ TRASHA “Tha Booty Shaker.” TONY is well known for his smash hit “Dutty Wine” but he’s got many more bombshells including new releases “Gully Beans (Scandal Bag Riddim)” and “On My Knees” featuring the beautiful ALAINE. Tune in for an exclustive interview and feature with TONY MATTERHORN! This is one show you won’t wanna miss! ONE LOVE

The number one club DJ in France DJ JAIRO drops by the SLOW BOUNCE show this Tuesday on Bigupradio.com! DJ JAIRO has been mashing up the dancehalls in Europe and is now a featured guest on SLOW BOUNCE. Tune in for this exclusive interview and here mixing by a master. SLOW BOUNCE is hosted by DJ Septik and Psar every week on Bigupradio.com. Tune in this and every Tuesday right after the PLATINUM VIBES show. ONE LOVE
Blessings Roots Reggae massive! Bigupradio.com presents the roots reggae show CULTURE CAFE hosted by RAS TOM-I every wednesday. This week’s special guest is the living legend RAS MICHAEL! RAS MICHAEL has been putting out the best roots reggae music for decades. With dozens of albums and worldwide tours RAS MICHAEL has been pushing roots forward in a major way. Don’t miss this exclusive interview and feature on Wednesday! You can reach RAS TOM-I at culturecafe@bigupradio.com. ONE LOVE
Dancehall sensation KHARI KILL guest stars on this weeks BOOM SHOTS on Bigupradio.com. Join your host DJ BOOM for a special interview and feature with reggae star Khari Kill . Khari Kill blew your mind with his wonderful track “Picture of Selassie” but he has so many more tunes you may not have heard. Don’t miss this show! Tune in to KNOTTY DREAD RADIO each and every Thursday on Bigupradio.com Dancehall! ONE LOVE
CHAKADEMUS AND PLIERS AND UPCOMING EXPLORER RECORDINGS ARTIST BLESSED TOUR NORTH AMERICA AND CANADA – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2007
Bigup Radio, Inc., operators of the industry-leading BigUp Radio network of Reggae internet radio stations and leading web-site (