Videos. From the album Sweet Jamaica by Mr Vegas

“Sweet Jamaica” is now available everywhere.
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BRUK IT DOWN (official video)

“Bruk It Down” has collectively amassed over 10 million views on YouTube. “Bruk it Down” is currently #1 on MTV Base chart, #1 in Jamaica, #1 on BBC 1 Extra in the UK.

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Music. Mr Vegas – Sweet Jamaica double disc (MV Music). Avail May 29.

How sweet it is! May 29th marks official worldwide release of the new reggae and dancehall double disc CD, ‘Sweet Jamaica’, from international Jamaican artist, Mr Vegas.

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2012 is a milestone year not only for Jamaica, which celebrates 50 years of independence, but also for international Jamaican reggae dancehall artist Clifford Smith, aka Mr Vegas (“Bruk It Down”, “Gallis”, “I Am Blessed” “Heads High”). In the spirit of togetherness,Mr Vegas’s new album, ‘Sweet Jamaica’, set to release May 29th in digital and hard copy, unites reggae and dancehall in an unprecedented double-disc set. From 15 tracks of real roots reggae to 16 more of electrifying dancehall, ‘Sweet Jamaica’ is not only a complete listening experience, it’s a visual one too, just check the cover and album art done in retro event poster style. Including guest spots by Grammy winner Shaggy, roots standard bearer Luciano, the ‘General’ Josie WalesNadine Sutherland, sax maestro Dean Fraser and pop sensation Jovi Rockwell, the album presents a seamless mix of up-to-the-time dancehall (“Bruk It Down” – #1 on MTV Base chart, #1 in Jamaica, #1 on BBC 1 Extra in the UK) foundation one drop hits and unreleased original interpretations of reggae classics (“Sweet & Dandy”, “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy” and more). Backed by crucial production from Mikey Bennett, Sly & Robbie, Steelie & Clevie and Adde, not to mention the mixing and mastering skills of Rohan Dwyer‘Sweet Jamaica’ simultaneously satisfies the most discerning tastes of reggae and dancehall as well as world music fans everywhere. ‘Sweet Jamaica’ is the debut release from Vegas’ own label imprint, MV Music and is distributed by VP Records (CD) and INgrooves(digital).

Reviews. Nazarenes – Meditation (I Grade Records)

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Artist: Nazarenes
Album: Meditation
Label: I Grade Records

With roots in Ethiopia, Eritrea, the West Indies and northern Europe, Meditation is a testament to the distinct capacity of reggae as a vehicle for communication in a multi-cultural world.

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If you need or want a refresher on classic reggae-style harmony singing combined with appealing arrangements, engaging rhythms and endearing tunes, Meditation would be an ideal choice.
Ted Boothroyd/jahworks.org read more

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“With the mix of revolutionary appeal and calls for unity and love that reggae is known for, each song delivers thoughtful and inspirational vibes.”
Omane Agyekum/examiner.com read more

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Meditation “confirms just how great roots reggae can sound”.
Erik Magni/Reggaemani read more

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“Jazzy influences, funky beats, and vivid vocals with meaningful lyrics”.
Matthew Forss/My World Music Friends read more

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Book Launch. Rastafari In The New Mellennium (Syracuse University Press)

April 20, 2012
University of the West Indies Mona Campus, Kingston, Jamaica

Radio. The Listening Party 021 with Mr Vegas

TLP 021
Sunday, April 15, 2012

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Music. Nazarenes – Meditation (I Grade Records)

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ALBUM RELEASE DATE: Now on Meditation - Nazarenes
GENRE: Roots Reggae, Soul, World Music
ARTIST: Nazarenes featuring Lutan Fyah and Midnite on selected tracks.
PRODUCER: Laurent ‘Tippy I’ Alfred, Zion I KIngs
LABEL: I Grade Records
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The reggae music on the Nazarenes new album, Meditation, was born in the African-derived culture of Jamaica’s downtown black communities. The producer, Laurent ‘Tippy I’ Alfred is from the nearby island of St Croix in the US Virgin Islands where social consciousness – in the form of Rastafarian spiritual belief – is still a guiding factor in music making. The artists, born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the rule of Emperor Haile Selassie – he who Rastas believe is a divine figure – offer an almost miraculous confirmation to reggae fans of the special bond between Africa and the diaspora. The Nazarenes, made up of brothers Noah and Medhane Tewolde, now live in Europe and their new record Meditation, set to drop April 24, not only reflects the journey of reggae – from Jamaica, to the Caribbean, to the world – but also invokes organic, contemporary connections between Jamaica, Africa and people everywhere. Meditation is not simply a reggae album, nor is it a tribute to a Caribbean sense of spirituality. Meditation is a testament to the distinct and enduring capacity of reggae as a building block for communication in a multi-cultural world.

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Album cover. Meditation from Nazarenes dropping April 24 (I Grade Records)

“One of the most unique groups to hit the reggae scene in years.” – All Music Guide

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Click here to preview the first two singles and dub remixes >>

Reviews. Various Artists – Jah Golden Throne (ZHP)

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Now available on Jah Golden Throne - Various Artists.

Release Date: April 3, 2012

Genre: Roots & Lovers Reggae, World Music

Artists: Jahdan Blakkamoore, U Roy, Cornel Campbell, Pressure, General Jah Mikey, Toussaint, Lutan Fyah, Marcia Ball, Messenjah Selah and more…

Label: Zion High Productions (ZHP)

Click here to preview/download the sampler.

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“Zion High’s productions play to the diversity of Jamaican musical culture, with strong doses of soul music and a touch of blues…  Top notch material.” read more

- David Dacks/Exclaim! Magazine

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Radio. In the Tambareen Radio studios with Lady Saw, Mr Lexx & Ragashanti

Ragashanti, the king of mix up and host of the Outa Orda radio program, welcomed Lady Saw and Mr Lexx into the studio March 27, 2012 to clarify the rumours surrounding the new SexxxTape riddim produced by Truckback Records.

Music. Lutan Fyah – “Race For Life” (Zion High Productions)

Preview/Purchase the album on Jah Golden Throne - Various Artists.

“A highly impressive album.” – Erik Magni/Reggaemani

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Lutan Fyah – “Race For Life” – (Zion High Productions) by Soul of the Lion

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