The Gungo Walk World Alternative Music and Arts Festival is BACK!!!

Saturday,August 24 the Edna Manley College campus(1 Arthur Wint Drive) will be home once again for the eclectic explosion of Music, Art, Dance, Poetry, Food, Film and so much more.

 

This one day festival, beginning at 10am will have performances from Racquel Jones, Sky Grass, Random Chaos, Stephanie, Alexandria Love, Mystikal Revolution, Downstairs, Charmaine Limonious, Robot Taxi, Ashe, Janine Jkuhl, Tableaux,  Live Wyya, Earth Cry, Tribe Sankofa, Sons Of Liberty(SOL), Nina Karl, Monifa Henry and the Persons Of Interest, Mijanne, and others to be confirmed on it's three stages.

The signature event "Armchair Rebelution" which will also be outdoor this year will have performances from Michael Sean Harris and Devices with guests Cherine Anderson, Sherieta, Chevaughn and Prince Levy.

 

Other attractions include: Vendor Marketplace; Food, Art, Jewellery, Clothing, Skin Care..and more. Art Installations, Dance and Photography Workshops, Poetry, Film, Kids Village and a new addition - Healing Village: Massage therapy, Reike, yoga and meditation.

This will be a fun and exciting event for people of all ages, delivering high quality execution, content and performances.

Entry: $1000, Presold $800 and Students with a valid  ID will enter for $500.            

   Tickets are available at Edna Manley College School Of Music office.

A night of stars! The 4th Annual Miss Dream Castle Pageant June 29, 2013

The 4th Annual Miss Dream Castle Pageant, Featuring  live performances by the Legendary  Marshall Thompson of The Chi-Lites, Bunny Brown of the Chosen Few,  Lukie D, Princess Anaya and Dance Master, Sat. June 29 th, 2013.

The  Miss Dream Castle Pageant will hold  their Grand Coronation Ceremony & Show for the 4th time at the Royal Regency Hotel 165 Tuchahoe Rd, Yonkers NY 10710. 

The event will be hosted by the one & only Lenny Green 107.5 FM, Music by DJ Roy of Road International Please take a look at past  Dream Castle Pageants Previews below!!! http://youtu.be/vGFI4KYE5Uc ....(.2012 3rd  )    http://youtu.be/j0y2engUZ8I  (2011 2nd part 1)       http://youtu.be/iAS2jDCsx40   (20112nd  part 2)  http://youtu.be/XsKFdpGOgY4  2010 1st The Annual  "Dream Castle Pageant" is an international pageant that showcases the talents of young women of various backgrounds. This event gives the contestants the opportunity to reach new heights in their career by exposing them to a new audience and network. The pageant will be raising awareness about a wonderful organization,The New York Family Mission (NYFM)  a non-profit with a long history of charity work in the U.S as well as overseas  that offers relief and hope to individuals in need. . Director, Gwen Nicks-James, has been familiar with the work of New York Family Mission for over 25 years and has regularly contributed to the many causes of NYFM. Mrs. James will be continuing to support NYFM through the Dream Castle Pageant events donating proceeds and promoting their mission. About New York Family Mission NYFM is a charitable organization set up by concerned individuals who have a long history of charity work in the USA and overseas and a sincere desire to make a difference, however small or large, in the lives of those in need.  Our Goal We endeavor to cooperate with people and organizations from all cultural and ethnic Backgrounds and religious beliefs in an effort to bring genuine relief and hope to those in need. Royal Regency hotel in Yonkers, New York, where elegance is at its best. Sponsor By DREAM CASTLE VILLA......      www.dreamcastlevilla.com   ....   http://youtu.be/XfAOYzDKudc DREAM CASTLE RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE....      http://purefamemedia.com/dream-castle-restaurant-grand-opening/      http://youtu.be/pb0X4uV3QbI ......Dream Castle Restaurant located in the Blue Diamond Shopping Center, Shop # 20 across from the RIU, minutes from the Montego Bay Airport, Montego Bay, Jamaica.  PHONE 876.953-9300 Purchase Tickets On Line** @ (http://missdreamcastlepageant.eventbrite.com/) or  email: dreamcastlepageant@gmil.com (http://purefamemedia.com/the-success-story-of-gwen-williams/) ....  The Success Story of Gwen Williams now Mrs. Gwen James.  **This event will be videotaped by Pure Fame Media** www.purefamemedia.com

 

Urban/R&B: Neo-Soul - Nicole Jackson Live on Ever Blazing Friday Part 2 May 17, 2013

About Nicole Jackson :
Emerging Diva, Nicole Jackson is the founder and CEO of NJ Records. She was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She started singing at the age of 5yrs old and began writing music at the age of 12. Ms. Jackson was raised in a family of musicians and artists which is where she gets that hot desire and love for music.

Recorded conversation with Nicole Jackson and Empress Skortcher on Ever Blazing Friday on htt//www.globallinkzradio.com (Baltimore, Maryland) and DCR 97.4 FM (Dunoon, Scotland):

As a singer, songwriter, and producer, Ms. Jackson is stirring up the robust in many cities with her hot new grooves. Opening for veteran artist such as, American blues and soul singers/songwriters the late Marvin "The Candy Licker" Sease  and Tyrone "The Wonder Boy" Davis. She also has talent in dancing.

Limited copies of  first album  Nickees's Got It Going On  is still available. 
Nicole Jackson's latest single "Here I Go Again" from her forthcoming album can be downloaded here:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/nicolejackson2

Following her European tour former Best FM radio personality now Dancehall artist Karamanti is set for UK Tour June 13th - June 30th 2013

From Jamaica to the world Karamanti sets new trend

Check out Karamanti's conversation with Empress Skortcher on http://www.globallinkzradio.com ( Baltimore, Maryland) and DCR 97.4 FM (Dunoon, Scotland) on May 17, 2013, as she speaks to listeners around the globe about her latest album, her European  and more here:

Queen of Positive Dancehall Karamanti UK Tour June 13 - 30, 2013

Queen of positive dancehall Karamanti will be in the United Kingdom from June 13^th through to the 30^th to promote her new album, Dancehall Retaliates. See attached flyer. There are still a couple of dates available to promoters and club owners. Request can be sent via email to info@nitelife.se or phone at 0046 (0)700454944

ABOUT DANCEHALL RETALIATES

Dancehall Retaliates was released on April 25^th, 2013. There are three singles that were previously released and have been included on the album. They are “Don’t It”, “Read” and “Nobody Cyaa Stop We” featuring 3 Star. These three singles along with their instrumentals and TV tracks can be downloaded here http://www.mediafire.com/?9iwt90tz93lmory.

Karamanti - Dancehall Retaliates

The lead single from the album which is entitled “Pack Up & Run” was produced, mixed and mastered by one of Jamaica’s most sought after producers, Ricardo “Red Boom” Reid. While touring Europe, Karamanti (with the assistance of Tyga Man, Ras Tonto and others) worked on the video which will be ready in June. The behind the scenes footage for the video can be viewed here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58yNg4kxCMc and persons operating blogs and online magazine may download the original video here: http://www.mediafire.com/?19ri942rizouwip

Dancehall Retaliates has a total of 12 songs (14 including the intro and outro) all of which were written and performed by Karamanti. Persons may stream the entire album on Karamanti’s website; http://www.karamantimusic.com.

SOME LINKS TO PURCHASE DANCEHALL RETALIATES

I-tunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/dancehall-retaliates/id639585204

Reggae Record: http://www.reggaerecord.com/download/en/description.php?release_id=96335

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Dancehall-Retaliates/dp/B00CIYU12S

Rhapsody: http://www.rhapsody.com/artist/karamanti/album/dancehall-retaliates

Billboard Premiers Musiq Soulchild & Syleena Johnson's "Feel The Fire"

NORTH LAUDERDALE, FL, MAY 15, 2013: Musiq Soulchild and Syleena Johnson's new pop-reggae 

duet single, "Feel the Fire," was premiered by Billboard on Wednesday.

The new single - a Caribbean-flavored summer love melody - will be the first single from Syleena and Musiq's upcoming album, "9INE," produced by Kemar 'Flava' McGregor in his new pop-skank style. The 9INE LP will feature three solo singles apiece from Musiq Soulchild and Syleena Johnson, along with three duets from Musiq and Syleena, totaling nine songs. The album is scheduled for release July 9, 2013

Muta King Releases Debut Album - Life Over Death

Recording artist, Muta King, who is based in St. Thomas, Jamaica, has released his first full length studio album entitled “Life Over Death”. Inspired by all the positive feedback he has been getting over the years about his music, Muta King decided to independently release the album on his own Muta King Records label. The project features 14 tracks some of which were previously released as singles and some on rhythm driven compilations.

 “Life Over Death” is being distributed by Zojak Worldwide and is now available on all digital music retail stores. Persons wishing to hear the full album prior to purchasing may do so here: http://soundcloud.com/Muta-King. The lead single, “Pressure Buss Pipe” can be downloaded at no cost and the video can be viewed here: Muta King - Pressure Buss Pipe (Video Link)

iTunes link to purchase album: https://itunes.apple.com/album/life-over-death/id642449795?ls=1

Karamanti's European tour yields "Pack Up & Run" Music Video

Positive Queen of Dancehall Karamanti who has been in Europe since the end of April decided to shoot the official video to one of the lead singles off her new album, "Dancehall Retaliates," while there. The track is entitled “Pack Up & Run” and it talks about her separating herself from those in the dancehall industry that chooses to do dirty, degrading and negative music.

The video was shot in several different areas around Gothenburg. Video arrangements were made possible by Tyga Man, the CEO and owner of Nitelife Mix Sound Crew (who is responsible for Karamanti’s
tour), and directed by Mark Kwamina better known as Ras Tonto of Ghana (CEO and owner of MKQ Productions), with assistance from Louise Ming.

The full video will not be ready until the end of May, however, persons may check out some behind the scenes shots here: Karamanti - Pack Up And Run (Behind the Scenes)

Dancehall Retaliates is now available on all major online music retail stores.

I-tunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/dancehall-retaliates/id639585204

Reggae Record: http://www.reggaerecord.com/download/en/description.php?release_id=96335

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Dancehall-Retaliates/dp/B00CIYU12S

Rhapsody: http://www.rhapsody.com/artist/karamanti/album/dancehall-retaliates