KNOTTY DREAD RADIO #21 features KY-MANI MARLEY on Bigupradio.com

Bigupradio.com presents the one and only KY-MANI MARLY this Thursday on KNOTTY DREAD RADIO. Hosted by Jah Marvin, KNOTTY DREAD RADIO is a weekly dancehall show that features the best of the best dancehall. KY-MANI has just released his 4th album “RADIO” that has a much different flavor than his previous works. New hits include “Hustler,” “The Converstation (Featuring Tessanne Chin),” “One Time” and more! Find out what’s going on in KY-MANI’s world in this exclusive interview and feature. Tune into Bigupradio Dancehall this Thursday! ONE LOVE New Album in Stores Now! Ky-Mani Marley- “RADIO” Ky-Mani Marley “One Time ”   About KY-MANI MARLY: Creating a dynamic lineage, Ky-Mani Marley is the second youngest of Bob Marley’s eleven children. While bearing the Marley name, Ky-Mani’s childhood told a different story. Being exposed to an urban lifestyle, Ky-Mani adopted the attitude that all people are equal no one is above or beneath him. This attitude has become the motto for the way he lives his life today.  Humble. Soft-Spoken. Sincere. Loyal. Honest. Genuine. These are the makings of Ky-Mani Marley.  Initially not being swayed by the lure of music, Ky-Mani’s first love as a child was sports. As years passed, the seed that was planted by Bob’s legacy sprouted in 1997 when Ky-Mani teamed up with Pras of The Fugees and collaborated on Eddy Grant’s “Electric Avenue”. This would be a defining moment in Ky-Mani’s musical journey. Since, Ky-Mani has tapped into his artistic gift and has embraced the idea of sharing his insight through song. Find out more here. Subscribe to the KNOTTY DREAD RADIO on: http://www.knottydreadsound.com http://www.kymani-marley.com http://www.bigupradio.com

JAH GLORY #43 with Ranking Joe on Nov 5th

The classic dancehall superstar RANKING JOE swings by the JAH GLORY this Monday, November 5th on Bigupradio.com. JAH GLORY is hosted by the Tribe of Kings of San Diego and consists of DJs: Dash Eye, Rashi, Unite, Jester, Peril and Marcus a.k.a. “The White Rabbit.” This week RANKING JOE joins the show for a special interview and feature. Tune in this and every Monday to hear the Tribe of Kings spin all the greatest culture and reggae dancehall streaming online! About RANKING JOE: When mentioning the pioneering DJ’s of the 70’s, usually the names U-Roy, Prince Jazzbo, King Stitt, Dennis Alcapone, and others are herald most. Ranking Joe is another of these artist that deserves the recognition of their talents and contribution to reggae music over the years. He made a rare appearance in Long Beach, California, with singer Michael Palmer last November, and these two tore down the house with hit after hit.So, Who Is Ranking Joe? Born Joseph Jackson, in Kingston, Jamaica , July 1, 1959, he was introduced in the music business at Tarrant Junior Secondary School in Kingston. Joe performed at school concerts and won local talent contest in the mid-70’s. As he got older, he participated in stage shows and parties in different Jamaican parishes for vereran singer/promoter Jackie Brown. His first performing name was”D.J. Jolly”, and performed with well know artist like Horace Andy, Dennis Brown, Bingy Bunny, Bongo Herman , and Keith Poppin. At age 15, he went to the legendary “Studio One” to auditionand what resulted was his first big hit “GUN COURT”, produced by Clement”Coxsone” Dodd and a name change to “Little Joe”. “When mentioning the pioneering DJ’s of the 70’s, usually the names U-Roy, Prince Jazzbo, King Stitt, Dennis Alcapone, and others are herald most. Ranking Joe is another of these artist that deserves the recognition of their talents and contribution to reggae music over the years. He made a rare appearance in Long Beach, California, with singer Michael Palmer last November, and these two tore down the house with hit after hit.So, Who Is Ranking Joe? Born Joseph Jackson, in Kingston, Jamaica , July 1, 1959, he was introduced in the music business at Tarrant Junior Secondary School in Kingston. Joe performed at school concerts and won local talent contest in the mid-70’s. As he got older, he participated in stage shows and parties in different Jamaican parishes for vereran singer/promoter Jackie Brown. His first performing name was”D.J. Jolly”, and performed with well know artist like Horace Andy, Dennis Brown, Bingy Bunny, Bongo Herman , and Keith Poppin. At age 15, he went to the legendary “Studio One” to auditionand what resulted was his first big hit “GUN COURT”, produced by Clement”Coxsone” Dodd and a name change to “Little Joe”. “ Read more here. Subscribe to the JAH GLORY Podcast on or http://www.myspace.com/jahgloryradioshow  http://www.myspace.com/rankinjoemusic http://www.tribeofkings.com

AllSpice Reggae 114 features Baby Cham and Everton Blender

Reggae superstars Baby Cham and Everton Blender are the special guests this Friday on ALLSPICE REGGAE hosted by DJ Common Sensi. The ALLSPICE REGGAE shows airs every Friday on Bigupradio.com Slamming Dancehall station. Cham has been blowing up hot dancehall tracks since the late 90’s. His latest smash hits include “What U Think The Police Can Do,” “Possess (Silver Screen Riddim),” and let’s not forget the bombshell “Ghetto Story (Eighty Five Riddim)” The reggae veteran Everton Blender is a world class superstar with a long track record of recording success. So of Blender’s smash hits include “Piece Of The Blender,” “Blow Your Nose,” “Blend Dem,” “Create A Sound” and many more. Do not miss this exclusive interview and feature with Cham and Everton Blender his Friday! ONE LOVE About CHAM: There are a million stories in the ghetto. And yet there’s only one “Ghetto Story.” And like the song says, it’s a survival story. In Jamaica’s ultra-competitive music scene, stars are born every day and fade away just as fast. But ever since the mid 1990s, Baby Cham has represented the best of cutting-edge dancehall reggae. His every release seems to bring forth new sounds, new slang, and up-to-the minute ghetto news reports guaranteed to “bust the dance.” Spelled with a C (like champagne), Cham should not be confused with any Flipmode Squad affiliate, although he has been known to bust a rhyme from time to time. With his athletic good looks, his booming baritone voice, and a catalog of hits that won’t quit, Cham has managed to stay ahead of the times for longer than any other DJ in the game. And with the release of his long-awaited album Ghetto Story, Cham’s poised to take dancehall to another level all over again. Find out more here. About Everton Blender : One of the few Jamaican singers to truly bridge the gap between the roots and dancehall reggae styles is the man known as Everton “Blender.” When reggae fans hear the opening notes of “Lift Up Your Head,” “Ghetto People Song,” “Blend Dem,” etc., they instantly recognize these songs as the cultural anthems of our time. The large number of hits Everton has accrued is most impressive for an artist who has been in the business for such a seemingly short period of time. But like many of Jamaica’s biggest musical stars, the road to fame wasn’t a short or easy one. Everton Williams was born in the parish of Clarendon, Jamaica, but grew up in Kingston 13 on Maxfield Avenue. Everton worked as a painter, construction worker, and decorator, but he realized that the strong chemicals he was working with were not good for his voice or his health in general. With divine help and direction, he decided to leave his job to pursue a singing career. In 1980, he met Phyllis Thompson (who would later become his wife), and moved back to Clarendon. In 1985, Everton and Phyllis’ first child, Isha, was born. Find out more here. Subscribe to the ALLSPICE REGGAE SHOW Podcast http://www.myspace.com/commonsensi http://www.madhouserecords.com http://www.bigupradio.com

Dancehall Sensation Tippa Irie brings his Radio Show to Reggae Powerhouse BigUpRadio.com

BigUp Radio, the leading Reggae music website (www.bigupradio.com) and operator of the most listened to Reggae internet radio stations, is pleased to announce that UK based Dancehall sensation Tippa Irie will now be bringing his show to the world on BigUp’s Dancehall internet radio station. The most recent addition to an already strong line-up of DJs and shows from around the world, the “Tippa Irie Radio Show” hosted by Tippa Irie out of London, England will air monthly on the second Saturday of each month, focusing primarily on UK and European Dancehall artists and music. The Tippa Irie Radio Show will feature special guests, new and unreleased songs direct and of course, the host with most, Tippa Irie himself!  Commenting on his decision to take his show to the world on BigUp Radio, Tippa Irie said, “”I’m very excited to be working with BigUpRadio.com. I’ve been a fan for years.” said Tippa Irie. “One of the best things about internet radio is the ability to reach a worldwide audience without leaving London. It’s quite brilliant!” BigUp Radio Sr. VP Paul Abramson shared Tippa’s enthusiasm for the the Tippa Irie Radio show saying, “It’s an honor to be working with one of the pioneers of UK dancehall reggae. Tippa Irie has been making his mark not just on Dancehall but on Reggae and urban music for more than 25 years and we’re excited to hear what he’s got in store for 2008.  Whatever it is, I’m sure his show will deliver positive vibes globally.” The Tippa Irie Radio Show premieres Saturday Jan 12, 2008 on BigUp Radio’s Dancehall internet radio station, airing at 5am, 11am, 5pm and 11pm EST. About BigUp Radio 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 more than 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 Spodtronic.com’s SpodRadio, Nokia Internet Radio and through 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 Tippa Irie Anthony Henry – a.k.a. “Tippa Irie” - emerged from England’s Saxon Sound International – the star-studded travelling sound system that has been at the forefront of the U.K. reggae dancehall scene for the past 25 years and helped launch the careers of artists such as Maxi Priest, Papa Levi and Smiley Culture. Tippa Irie was part of the new generation of British MC’s who developed the ‘Fast Talking’ style chat which today can be heard in modern day rappers like Busta Rhymes. Tippa toured extensively with his friend and long-time sparring partner, Pato Banton, throughout the Eighties including an appearance at Jamaica’s Reggae Sunsplash and their U.S. debut tours together. The U.K. DJ duo of Tippa Irie and Pato Banton had become one of the genres favorite combinations. As the Nineties began, the dynamic duo pursued their solo careers. Over a decade would pass before Tippa & Pato would reunite in the studio with legendary singing sensation Peter Spence to produce “The Good Old Days”–a track featured on Pato’s 2000 Grammy-nominated ‘Life is a Miracle’ and Tippa’s “I Miss” tribute album to his late and great sister/MC Miss Irie.

BOOM SHOTS #109 features the CHRISINTI this Wednesday on BigUpRadio.com

Bigupradio.com is proud to annouce the arrival of the conscious reggae singer CHRISINTI as a special guest on this weeks BOOM SHOTS. Hosted by DJ Boom, BOOM SHOTS is a weekly dancehall show that you can catch every Wednesday on Bigupradio’s 24×7 Dancehall internet radio station. This very special singer is currently on the Eight76 Records label and is working hard on his next album. Tune in for a specail CHRISINTI interview and mixset by DJ BOOM! If you miss the show live you can always catch the Podcast on Yahoo. ONE LOVE About CHRISINTI: Born in the city of Kingston, to be more precise a place called Drewsland. Named Paul Christopher Hudson by his parents, from humble surroundings, had early dreams of becoming a star. Chrisinti as he is now called, a name taken on by himself and given meaning “Selassi I Child” participated in his school fetes and concerts in his community from the early age of 6. He attended the Marverly All Age Primary School a stone throw from home until he approached the high school years. Find out more here. View CHRISINTI’s latest reggae music video: “CAN’T TAKE IT ” with NADINE SUTHERLAND Subscribe to the BOOM SHOTS Podcast: http://www.myspace.com/djboom http://www.myspace.com/alisonhinds http://www.boomshots.net http://www.bigupradio.com

REGGAE MAKOSSA #65 features the MIDNITE on BigUpRadio.com Roots

Wednesday Dec. 27th reggae powerhouse MIDNITE pays a visit to REGGAE MAKOSSA on BigUpRadio.com Roots. Straight outta St. Croix comes the strong reggae roots sound of MIDNITE. MIDNITE has been touring the globe playing crucial heavy roots reggae. Recently MIDNITE teamed up with Oakland’s top reggae label LUSTRE KINGS to release the amazing album “Infinite Quality.” REGGAE MAKOSSA is hosted by the world famous Makeda Dread. The show airs Thursday, December 27th on the BigUpRadio.com Steady Rockin’ Roots station. Don’t miss this special interview and feature with MIDNITE! Tune in this and every Thursday for the REGGAE MAKOSSA show! ONE LOVE New Album in Stores Now! MIDNITE – “Infinite Quality” About MIDNITE: We live in a world that accepts American hip-hop as authentic but American reggae as flaccid. Sort of like looking for french fries in Chinatown–sure you can find it, but it’s not the best, so why bother? American reggae has had a hard time finding an international audience that deem their music as authentic and as real as Marley, Tosh, or Beenie Man. There are subtle yet reinforced reminders that only real reggae comes from Jamaica, and no other place has the ability to produce talent that competes with the homegrown originals of Jamaican music. The charts, DJs and journalists constantly remind us of whose riddim and whose song is #1 in Jamaica. The award shows always hone in on strictly Jamaican reggae artists and therefore omit a great market and talent that is out there, pumping out great reggae music just the same. The time has come, for the many who thought only good authentic reggae comes from Jamaica– to bite their tongues. Find out more here. Subscribe to the REGGAE MAKOSSA Podcast http://www.reggaemakossa.com http://midniteband.com http://www.worldbeatcenter.org http://www.bigupradio.com

REGGAE MAKOSSA #64 features GENTLEMAN on BigUpRadio.com Roots

This Wednesday Germany’s finest reggae superstar GENTLEMAN drops by REGGAE MAKOSSA on BigUpRadio.com Roots. Gentleman has released his 5th wonderful “Another Intensity.” Like many of the great reggae artists GENTLEMAN puts out only the finest reggae music. Every track on every one of his albums is great…we kid you not! Find out all you need to know about GENTLEMAN this Wednesday! REGGAE MAKOSSA is hosted by the world famous Makeda Dread. The show airs Thursday, December 20th on the BigUpRadio.com Steady Rockin’ Roots station. Don’t miss this special interview and feature with MIDNITE! Tune in this and every Thursday for the REGGAE MAKOSSA show! ONE LOVE New Album in Stores Now! GENTLEMAN – “Another Intensity” About GENTLEMAN: When Gentleman first left for Jamaica ten years ago, he didn’t know anybody there. In those days, the man whose given name is Tilmann Otto was a reggae-novice who owned but a couple of reggae records, most of which he had found in his brother’s record collection. On the island, he got to know the rough country life where the living standard is more than poor when you compare it to western countries. A few years later, Europe’s culture television channel Arte showed a programme on reggae in its “Lost In Music” -series, with Gentleman featuring as one of the outstanding connoisseurs of reggae music. Jamaica has become a second home to the now 27-year old, and it is here that he found the elixir for his art. Gentleman is the prototype of a restless wanderer between two worlds. Find out more here. Subscribe to the REGGAE MAKOSSA Podcast http://www.reggaemakossa.com http://www.journeytojah.com http://www.worldbeatcenter.org http://www.bigupradio.com

KNOTTY DREAD RADIO #24 features dancehall powerhouse BRAMMA on BigUpRadio.com

Bigupradio.com presents dancehall powerhouse BRAMMA this Thursday on KNOTTY DREAD RADIO. Hosted by Jah Marvin, KNOTTY DREAD RADIO is a weekly dancehall show that features the best of the best dancehall. Recent hits include “Value Of A Lady,” “Run Fi Him Life,” “Battlefield” and many more. The young dancehall star BRAMMA has been on the rise for the last several years releasing slamming dancehall singles. Find out all you need to know Wednesday! Tune into BigUpRadio Dancehall this Thursday! ONE LOVE

About BRAMMA:

Well Ladies!!! it is your turn for sure yes!!! this one is for you VALUE OF A LADY is not the regular “gal” tune but a reminder for all thugs, fathers, sons, brothers, nephews ” all a de man dem” that the ladies are important in the society. Here a yard women and children are often victims of some brutal crimes some of which are committed by young men. As a young youth and the only child for his mother, BRAMMA uses this opportunity to appeal to his peers, to ease up on the slaying of women and children and be more respectful of them. He said “Dem nuh know de pain it tek fi have a baby”. Bramma also highlighted some great women such as Rosa Parks and Princess Di, powerful women of Jamaica such as Portia (Prime Minister) and Babsy Grange (Opposition MP) who came from humble beginnings to become successful role models. VALUE OF A LADY is another creative effort from this Dancehall artiste. The track is produced by an outstanding young producer in the business, Jordon McClure of The Chimney Records “new kid on da bloc” who is already working with some major Reggae and Dancehall artistes. He creates a smooth, trendy international reggae sound that often time would come across as live music. His rhythms are BADD!! so keep all eyes and ears open for much more popular beats created by Jordon. “VALUE OF A LADY” is Bramma”s official introduction of himself to his female fans there is a lot more to expect from this artiste, jus keep it locked to right here on myspace.

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PLATINUM VIBES #12 features the amazing TIPPA IRIE on BigUpRadio.com

England’s finest deejay TIPPA IRIE stops by the PLATINUM VIBES show for an exclusive interview on BigUpRadio.com. Join your host Ronnie Biggs as he brings the best of European and Jamaican dancehall reggae. . TIPPA IRIE has just release his latest album “Talk The Truth” that features brand new hits “The Neighbor Next Door,” “A Ho,” “Peace (with Elephant Man),” “Free Up (with Frankie Paul)” and more! Tune in this week to find out what’s going on with TIPPA IRIE. TIPPA IRIE RADIO show will be coming soon to BigUpRadio.com so stay tuned! PLATINUM VIBES airs every Tuesday on BigUpRadio.com‘ Dancehall station. ONE LOVE New Album in Stores Now! TIPPA IRIE – “Talk The Truth” MUSIC VIDEO TIPPA IRIE “Ah Ho / Pick Up My People” About TIPPA IRIE: Anthony Henry – a.k.a. “Tippa Irie” - emerged from England’s Saxon Sound International – the star-studded travelling sound system that has been at the forefront of the U.K. reggae dancehall scene for the past 25 years and helped launch the careers of artists such as Maxi Priest, Papa Levi and Smiley Culture. Tippa Irie was part of the new generation of British MC’s who developed the ‘Fast Talking’ style chat which today can be heard in modern day rappers like Busta Rhymes. Tippa toured extensively with his friend and long-time sparring partner, Pato Banton, throughout the Eighties including an appearance at Jamaica’s Reggae Sunsplash and their U.S. debut tours together. The U.K. DJ duo of Tippa Irie and Pato Banton had become one of the genres favourite combinations. As the Nineties began, the dynamic duo pursued their solo careers. Over a decade would pass before Tippa & Pato would reunite in the studio with legendary singing sensation Peter Spence to produce “The Good Old Days”–a track featured on Pato’s 2000 Grammy-nominated ‘Life is a Miracle’ and Tippa’s ‘I Miss’ tribute album to his late and great sister/MC Miss Irie. Find out more here. Subscribe to the PLATINUM VIBES Podcast on: http://www.tippairie.com http://www.bigupradio.com

CULTURE CAFE #27 with TWINKLE BROTHERS this Wed 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 roots reggae powerhouse THE TWINKLE BROTHERS! Do not miss this special feature and interview from reggae legends. With over 40 albums and history off producing the best in roots reggae music for decades, THE TWINKLE BROTHERS have toured the the globe spreading their works. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to find out what the latest and greatest happenings are with the band. Don’t miss this show on Wednesday! You can reach RAS TOM-I at culturecafe@bigupradio.com. ONE LOVE About TWINKLE BROTHERS: The Twinkle Brothers hail from the north coast of Jamaica in the ghettos of Falmouth, the Parish of Trelawny. The two brothers, Norman and Ralston Grant, were baptized in the church of Anglican Diocese. They started singing in the Sunday school choir and concerts at the age of six and eight respectively. At that time they started to make their own instruments since they could no afford to buy them. They made guitars and drums from various tin cans (garbage can, sardine, milk, etc.) and fishing line.After Jamaica received her independence from England in the early 60’s, the Twinkle Brothers started to sing in real competitions. At that time the government of Jamaica started National Competitions called “Pop and Mento” festivals. In these competitions you would start at Parish level, then go the regional level. If successful there, you move on to the National finals. For years the Twinkle Brothers were Parish champions, then went onto the Regional finals where (according to the crowds and the Twinkle Brothers) they were cheated out of the winning crown for two consecutive years. However, the third time being the charm, they broke the barriers at the Regional finals in Montego Bay, and then went on to the Nationals in Kingston. This time they were victorious, winning first place in the “group” category! Norman won first place in the “solo” category. They reigned supreme for years in that competition coming away with several medals. Find out more here. Subscribe to the CULTURE CAFE Podcast on: http://www.myspace.com/rastomi http://twinklemusic.com http://www.bigupradio.com