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Wednesday 20th
February 2002
The People's Poll
Daintycrew.com in association with
Gigsonline.co.uk,
are poised to release the 'People's Poll' next month. Don't forget that your vote counts so make sure you get your friends to support this as well. This poll will cover both signed and unsigned entertainment and will include such areas as Dancehall, R&B, Pop and comedy. Stay tuned for more details because there are prizes to be won simply for taking time to complete the poll.
Rodigan & Killamanjaro - Easter Sunday in Jamaica
March 31st 2002 sees David Rodigan and Killamanjaro at Mainstreet Lawn, Bethel Town, Westmoreland. Admission is just JA$300. So, for those of you who are on the island and can make it, check it out!!!
Audiomaxxx Dennis Brown Tribute CD
The Audiomaxxx Dennis Brown Tribute CD is now available including many Dennis Brown hits. Check out
www.audiomaxxx.com.
Minx on Easy Star Compilation
Female DJ Minx has a track on the Easy Star Records Compilation CD "Easy Star Volume Two, Dancehall Culture" which features artists such as Luciano, Anthony B, Half Pint, Frankie Paul, Delly Ranks, Sister Nancy, Beres Hammond and more.
The CD was released on February 16 2002 and her track is entitled 'Jah Breath Life Inna Me'. It is the only extended mix on the CD on the 'Cool Down' rhythm.
Bounty Killer on UK's Top of the Pops
History was made on Friday February 15th 2002 when Bounty Killer performed on the UK's number one music chart show with No Doubt. They performed the track 'Hey Baby' which is currently riding high on the UK charts and is at number 2.
So, UK massive, run out and start buying your copies and get it to number 1! Can you imagine, Bounty Killer with a UK number 1? Not even Beenie Man can claim that fame…
March 2002 should see Bounty Killer on tour in the UK, so keep your eyes peeled on
Upcoming Events for more information.
Spragga Benz & BMG
Spragga Benz is the first Jamaican DJ to ink a label deal with a major record company, BMG Distribution.
BMG have more than 200 record labels in 42 countries with their headquarters in New York City's Times Square.
Other artists in their camp include Christina Aguilera, Dido, Whitney Houston, Pink, Santana, TLC, Usher, Barry White, Westlife and R. Kelly.
Soul Train Nominations for Def Jam/Def Soul
Best R&B/soul or rap album of the year:
The Blueprint" (Roc-A-Fella)
Ja Rule, "Pain Is Love" (Def Jam)
Michael Jackson Award for best R&B/soul or rap music video:
Jay-Z, "Girls Girls Girls"
Best R&B/soul single (male):
Musiq Soulchild, "Love"
Best R&B/soul album (male):
Musiq Soulchild, "Aijuswanaseing" (Def Soul)
The show tapes March 20th 2002 in Los Angeles.
Sofa Surfers Featuring DJ Collage - European Tour
As most of you already know, DJ Collage is a featured guest vocalist on the Sofa Surfer's new album "Encounters" available now on Klein/Virgin records. The Sofa Surfers are one of the leading bands from Vienna's downtempo/dub/trip-hop music scene.
Check out www.sofasurfers.net for more information.
Rootsman & Echo Minott in Italy
Rootsman will be performing alongside the legendary dancehall superstar Echo Minott, straight from Kingston, Jamaica plus Golden Bass Sound System. Saturday 23rd February 2002 at The Tunnel, Milan, ITALY.
Mary J Blige Tour Dates
Mary J Blige is currently on tour in USA and then she moves onto Japan in March. April she hits Europe (Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Switzerland, UK and ending in Ireland). Check out full details on the Events section of
www.mjblige.com.
Beverly Knight
Who I Am - release date: 11th of March, 2002 Bev's highly anticipated new album contains collaborations with US and UK producers including James Poyser & Che Guevera - who have worked with the likes of Lauryn Hill, Jill Scott and D'angelo, and Brit producers including Dodge, D- Influence and C-swing.
Junior Kelly in Switzerland for First Time
Junior Kelly will perform live sharing the same stage as the likes of Asher Selector in Switzerland on 22 March. For ticket details and further information drop an email to
raspect@bluewin.ch.
One Muzik Reggae Festival
Check out http://www.onemuzik.com for full information on the One Muzik Reggae Festival. The festival takes place on 5 April 2002 in Yverdon, Switzerland with Asher Selector, Ras Ites, David Rodigan and Bounty Killer heading the bill.
Ja Rule
Ja Rule (www.jarule.net) will shoot his next video "Down Ass Chick" in LA on February 22 & 23 and a remix video featuring Ashanti, Charli Baltimore and Vita. The Rule will present at this years Grammy's!
DMX
DMX's (www.dmxonline.com) live performance of "Party Up" is also on Farmclub's compilationalbum dropping February 26! SEE the video now. Windows Media:
www.defjam.com/www2/link.las?t=c482 or Real:
www.defjam.com/www2/link.las?t=d482
Method Man
Look out for Method Man (www.defjam.com/howhigh) on two upcoming episodes of NBC's 3rd Watch, February 25 and March 4! If you don't manage to check those out then why not sign up for Method Man's newsletter:
www.defjam.com/www2/link.las?t=l70
Lighting Strikes Twice - Tanto Metro and Devonte Back On Billboard
Kingston, Jamaica: - Tanto Metro and Devonte hit the highly respected United States based Billboard chart again. 'Give It To Her', the first single from their second album, 'The Beat Goes On', is currently at number 72 on the Billboard R&B Singles Chart (February 16). The album has also made a showing in the number 15 position on the Billboard Reggae Chart.
The Jeremy Harding produced track has been added to the play lists of several mainstream radio stations, including HOT 97 in New York and Power 96 in South Florida. Radio stations in San Francisco, Philadelphia, Boston, the New York/New Jersey/ Connecticut Tri Sate Area and South Florida have been spinning the track, prompting the Billboard debut.
The popularity of the single has spurred album sales, pushing the 17-track project to number 15 on the Billboard Reggae Album Chart. Other hot tracks on the album include 'Teaser', from Miami based producer Richie D, 'Love Me Forever' on the popular Rice & Peas rhythm and 'Suzie' from Richard "shams' Browne on the Orgasm rhythm. 'Suzie' was released on 7 inch vinyl and charted both locally and in New York.
Stable mate, Beenie Man makes an appearance on the Shocking Vibes produced 'One Girl', while long time friend and writing partner, Mega Banton, teams with the duo on 'Tia Maria'. A collection of Jazz and R&B flavoured tracks round out the album, illustrating the versatility and cross over potential of the act. Shocking Vibes CEO, Patrick Roberts, carries Executive Producer credits on the VP release.
Tanto Metro and Devonte will be making several appearances in both North America and the Caribbean to promote 'The Beat Goes On' and the first single, 'Give It To Her'.
Tanto Metro and Devonte scored in 1998 with the release of the radio friendly hit, 'Everyone Falls In Love'. The song topped local charts before crossing over into mainstream radio on both sides of the Atlantic. Both the single and the album were a tremendous success for the duo, appearing on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles and R&B Album Chart.
Jah Shaka Sound System Date
For all those who are into dub check out Jah Shaka sound system at the Rocket, Friday 22nd February 2002 at The Rocket Complex, London N7 For more information dial +44 (0)7973 759 029 or log onto
www.jahshakasoundsystem.com or
www.culturepromotions.com.
Faith Evans Showcase
Faith Evans Showcase plus UK support can be checked out at The Ocean in East London, UK on Thursday 21st February. Remember this venue locks off early. Doors are open at 7pm and the event ends promptly at midnight.
Jennifer Lopez Due to Release The Ultimate Remix Album on 18th March
'J To Tha L-O The Remixes' on Epic Records. Get your hands on previously unreleased tracks of dance floor smashes including 'Ain't It Funny' featuring Ja Rule and 'Cadillac Tah' which is out on March 4th. Check out
www.sonymusic.co.uk/jenniferlopez
for more details.
Join The r-kelly.com Digital Music Network
R-Kelly.com is pleased to give you the opportunity to join the R-Kelly.com Digital Music Network. What is the R- Kelly.com DMN you ask? It's a really bangin' free software plug-in to popular media players like Musicmatch, RealAudio, WinAmp, Windows Media Player, etc. Once you get DMN you can receive messages directly from R-Kelly.com and your other favourite artists, receive info on new releases, concerts and events, interact with other R Kelly fans, discover new music and win great prizes like a portable MP3 player or a DVD player! How hot is that? What are you waiting for, head over to the
R-Kelly.com DMN info
page for more details and to download it now!
Even More Drama
There's a new version of Mary J Blige's album 'No More Drama 2002' which includes a fresh mix of the single 'No More Drama' featuring P. Diddy, as well as a remix of 'Dance For Me' featuring a guest appearance by Common. The reissued album also boasts two previously unreleased tracks: 'Rainy Dayz', featuring Ja Rule and an explosive ballad, 'He Think I Don't Know'.- Get it at
CDNOW.com.
Shaggy - Hotshot Ultramix
Watch out for Hotshot Ultramix, featuring remixes of 'Angel', 'It Wasn't Me', 'Dance and Shout', and 'Hope' by the likes of Punch, Sting International, J.C. Moreno, Gordon Dukes, Christopher "Longman Productions" Birch, and Tony CD Kelly. The album is in-stores now. For information on the Hotshot Ultramix and Shaggy's tour dates step to
www.shaggyonline.com.
Easter Saturday Modeling Affair
New Jersey get ready for Easter Saturday Modelling Affair at Prince Hall 180, Prince Hall 180-188 Irvine Turner Blvd. Newark, NJ on Saturday, March 30, 2002. For more information call (973) 824-9227 or (718) 399-8897. Alternatively email:
Jabba@MassiveB.com.
Beres Hammond UK Tour???
Flyers hit the UK streets stating that Beres Hammond would be in the UK for two dates, in Birmingham and London in May. The omission of any contact details for the promoter began to raise suspicions. It turns out there was good reason for misgivings when a reliable source advised that Beres Hammond currently did not have any confirmed dates in the UK. Let's hope this situation changes and Beres Hammond hits the UK soon.
Brandy Album Release Party
Check out Brandy's album release party at the Gas Club, Leicester Square on 26th of this month. East/West Giveaways featuring DJ Lyn.
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