What started twelve years ago as a grassroots Northern California newsletter has grown into a year-round marketing tool for the reggae community worldwide. Call us now for your 2006 ad. Artwork is due by 5/5/06 and the magazine hits the streets on 5/29/06. Don't have a designer? We can build an ad for you. For information and to reserve your space, call Kaati our publisher at (775)337-8344 or e-mail advertisingreggaefestivalguide.com.
 
 

CANADA'S JUNO AWARDS & THE REGGAE CATEGORY

The winner of the 2006 Juno Award in the Reggae Category is Blessed for the album Reggae Time. The other nominees were Odel Johnson for Mind & Body Sold, Jah Beng for River of Healing, Truths and Rights for Live Up and Carl Henry for Hot Gal feat. Rally Bop.
 
 

Sierra Nevada World Music Festival 2006 Gets A New Home!

The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival takes place on June 23, 24 & 25, 2006 in a new location! The organizers are thrilled to be coming to Boonville in Mendocino County, California this year. According to organizers Warren Smith and Gretchen Franz "We considered dozens of alternative locations, but none compared to the sheer beauty of Anderson Valley."

This traditional summer solstice and world peace celebration is dedicated to nurturing a family peacefully united in celebration of the universal spirit of music. Created through the collective efforts of the artists, vendors, staff, volunteers and ticket buyers, the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival has always been known for the positive, conscious and environmentally aware community it attracts.

As a grassroots organization, the organizers intend to work hand-in-hand with the local community to make it an enjoyable event for everyone. To that end, there is a limit on ticket sales to only 5,000, making it about the same size as the County Fair. Traffic is minimized by the fact that the overwhelming majority of attendees camp and their vehicles may not be removed during the festival. Warren and Gretchen also note "Our festival has always had a ‘green team’ to insure that we minimize our footprint on the community and environment." Check out www.snwmf.com for the latest in lineup, ticket and camping information.
 
 

Damian Marley on Tour

Triple-Grammy-winner Damian Marley continues to tour non-stop in support of his smash album WELCOME TO JAMROCK

Here are upcoming tour dates for Damian Marley and The Empire

Thursday, April 20 Kauai Hawaii, Anahola Taro Patch
Friday, April 21 Honolulu, Waikiki Shell
Sunday, April 23 Maui, Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Friday, April 28 Las Vegas Red Rock Resort & Spa Casino
Saturday, April 29 Indio, Calif. Coachella Festival
Saturday, June 17 Manchester, Tenn. Bonnaroo Festival
Friday, June 23 London, England Wireless Festival
Sunday, June 25 Nottingham, England Rock City
Monday, June 26 Leeds, England University of Leeds
Thursday, June 29 Werchter Belgium Rock Festival
Friday, June 30 Belfort, France Eurockeenes

 
 

Attention Reggae Radio DJs:

Now is the time to order your listing in the upcoming 2006 Reggae Festival Guide magazine. Your listing will provide these benefits: Promoters can contact you to send you information on festivals and events, bands can send you CDs for review and airplay, and fans can tune in and enjoy your show. Simply click here to fill out your info and pay by credit card or to download a form to mail in with your payment. $50 per listing. Questions? Call Robbin at 775-337-8344
 
 

First reggae song to hit #1 on the UK charts "Israelites" in April, 1969

The song "Israelites" by Desmond Dekker was the first tune to reach the international music scene to hold the distinct rhythm of reggae. It reached the #1 spot on UK radio's pop singles chart back on April 15, 1969. It also reached the top 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart at that time.

Other hits by Dekker included "OO7 (Shanty Town)" which came out in 1967 and was featured on the classic soundtrack to the film THE HARDER THEY COME starring Jimmy Cliff.
 
 

Lyric Reggae DVD Magazine launches in Toronto and Kingston

Lyric DVD Magazine is a DVD format magazine, which that offers a visual approach to the traditional paper magazine. Published in Toronto, Canada and Kingston, Jamaica, this is an innovative new media format. With its first issue now on the streets, it is a new source for Reggae and Dancehall music videos, lifestyle and news. The magazine features a compilation of in-depth artist interviews as well as one-on-ones with many of the world's leading DJs and sound systems. Lyric gathers footage from reggae concerts worldwide. The magazine functions as a platform for local and international up and coming talent, and in doing so, Lyric aims to fuel the growth, exposure and development of the Reggae artist.

Check out the website: www.lyricdvdmag.com which features artist videos, links to the major Jamaican news outlets, and more.

Ingredients

Lamb:
• 1 leg of lamb or 5 lb lamb chops
• 2 Tbsp Walker's Wood Jerk Seasoning
• ½ tsp salt

Glaze:
• ½ bottle (3 oz) Walker's Wood Guava Jelly
• 3 heads roasted garlic
• 2 oz white vinegar
• 1 tsp parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp cilantro, chopped

Method

Season lamb with salt and rub Jerk Seasoning into meat. Cover and refrigerate overnight or 12 hours. Pre-heat oven and roast at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Grill 8-10 minutes on both sides. To prepare the Glaze, combine and simmer all ingredients on stove top for 3 minutes. Slice lamb and glaze with warm sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetables.

Recipe courtesy of ReggaeTrain.com

Through the past year and a half we have asked Jah for many things and for blessings on many people. We have prayed for the survivors from the Tsunami in the Indian Ocean to the Hurricane's in the Gulf Coast of the USA. We have praised The Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah for those who have been given the strength and courage to stand for freedom and human rights from Tiananmen Square to Montgomery, Alabama. Truly we have been blessed to live in a time as perilous and ridiculous as this. We are all in need of more light. We have discussed that our actions define our intentions here on Planet Earth and thus become the evidence of what we truly believe. It is how we treat our neighbors, the elderly, and children that shows our true heart.

From the inspiration of poetry to the power of a thank-you, even the smallest act of love matters. We pray this week that you will find every opportunity to show your love to the people in your world. Maybe, the light will glow a bit brighter this week! Keep in mind, respect, integrity, and purity must always be balanced with love, acceptance, and forgiveness. Otherwise, it is impossible to achieve tolerance and peace with our neighbors. Please feel free to send us your prayers, poetry and inspirational stories from your life.

One Love,
Curt

Passionate for human rights and politics, bourgeoning writer Curt Byrum keeps his readers abreast of current news events. In addition to being a writer, he is a Respiratory Therapist residing in California. Curt also has a passion for music of all genres, writes experimental music and is a poet/lyricist. Reach Curt at curtreggaefestivaleguide.com. Website: www.jamescurtbyrum.com.

Courtesy of Roots Music Report "where only the music matters". This chart reflects the radio airplay spins of some of the most prominent people in the genre, worldwide. Reporters to the chart include over 100 radio stations who are playing reggae; record stores and distributors selling the reggae; clubs booking blues artists; and key music correspondents throughout the world.

For further information about the Roots Music Report, visit www.rootsmusicreport.com
 

Generated on: Wednesday 12th of April 2006 04:17:16 PM
TW	LW	Artist:	CD Title:	Label:	Weeks On:	Location:
1	NEW	BOB MARLEY & WAILERS	SLOGANS	ISLAND	4	JAMAICA
2	NEW	LUCIANO	JAH WORDS	RAS SANCTUARY	3
3	NEW	DENNIS BROWN	SUPER REGGAE AND SOUL HITS	TROJAN	3	JAMAICA
4	NEW	SUGAR MINOTT	DANCEHALL BUSINESS	BLACK ROOTS	3	JAMAICA
5	NEW	JR REID	ONE BLOOD	VP	3
6	NEW	MIDNITE	JAH GRID	I GRADE	3	ST CROIX
7	NEW	BURRO BANTON	RISE AND SHINE	MASSIVE B	3	JAMAICA
8	NEW	MICHAEL ROSE	BABYLON 9/11	LOVE INJECTION	3	JAMAICA
9	NEW	LACKSLEY CASTELL	PRINCESS LADY	NEGUS ROOTS	3
10	NEW	JOSEY WALES	COWBOY STYLE	SELF	3
11	NEW	YAMI BOLO	MINISTRY	SELF	3
12	NEW	FAT FREDDY'S DROP	THE DROP	WANDERING EYE	3	AUSTRALIA
13	NEW	NATURAL BLACK	BE PATIENT	P G MUSIC	3	JAMAICA
14	NEW	JAH CURE	NEVER DIE LIKE A FOOL	DANGER ZONE	3	JAMAICA
15	NEW	ANTHONY B	SMOKE FREE	BOGALUSA	3	JAMAICA
16	NEW	MISTY IN ROOTS	FORWARD	KAZ	3	UK
17	NEW	BURNING SPEAR	OUR MUSIC	BURNING MUSIC	3	JAMAICA

The song "Israelites" by Desmond Dekker was the first tune to reach the international music scene to hold the distinct rhythm of reggae. It reached the #1 spot on UK radio's pop singles chart back on April 15, 1969. It also reached the top 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart at that time.

Other hits by Dekker included "OO7 (Shanty Town)" which came out in 1967 and was featured on the classic soundtrack to the film THE HARDER THEY COME starring Jimmy Cliff.

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