Source: http://www2.dailyprogress.com/entertainment/2010/aug/26/nas-damian-marley-mix-things-ar-475077/ Nas, Damian Marley mix things up Sometimes distant relatives hit it off just fine. Other times, relatives who aren’t related can top the charts. Nas — the American rapper — and Damian Marley — from the world-famous family of Jamaican reggae stars — have pooled their talents on an around-the-globe family reunion. Armed with a collaborative studio album that the duo released in May, Nas and Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley have been mixing their beats from Brooklyn to Los Angeles, with stops across the pond in France and Germany. Saturday, they will be at the Charlottesville Pavilion. The two stars of their own genres share a musical lineage. Nas and Damian both trace hip-hop’s roots to Africa. This is where, they explained, that hip-hop was born. Transported by the slave trade, the cultural expression blossomed more than half a century ago in Kingston, Jamaica. The beat eventually made it to the parks and rec centers of New York City. That’s where “the culture became known as hip-hop.” Marley has the the hard-hitting beats. Nas — well, Nas has the lyrics that make people take notice. Aside from well-documented feuds with the likes of Jay-Z and Fox commentator Bill O’Reilly, Nas has a loyal following that was very appreciative when he joined the Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer and Alan Jackson to give a free concert for Virginia Tech following 2007 shooting. Marley, the youngest son of reggae legend Bob Marley, was a toddler when his father passed away. His mix of reggae roots and modern rap has garnered three Grammys to date. His latest work with Nas features 14 tracks, including “As We Enter” and “Strong Will Continue.” Produced by Marley, the disc includes guest appearances by Lil Wayne on “Generation,” K’NAAN on “Africa Must Wake Up” and Tribal War” and Stephen Marley on “Leaders” and “In His Own Words.” You can hear it live on Saturday. Nas and Damian Marley 7 p.m. Saturday Charlottesville Pavilion $39 www.charlottesvillepavilion.com

Source: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/Marley-selected-among-global-icons_7907993 Marley selected among global icons THE late Bob Marley has been listed as a top-five global icon in a CNN International poll released yesterday, affirming the popularity of the late Reggae star. The US-based news agency stated that the Jamaican-born musician's status was so large that he embodied a musical form and religion. "No performer personified Reggae and Rastarianism more than Bob Marley, a musical inspiration for millions. Responsible for bringing together warring factions in Jamaica, its small wonder he was honoured with a state funeral," stated CNN in a poll conducted by Icon, its new arts and culture programme. Each month, Icon selects a list of arts and culture icons from a different field. US pop singer Michael Jackson topped the list with votes nearing 100,000 according to CNN. He was followed by the UK group The Beatles, Chinese pop star Leslie Cheung, Elvis Presley of the US and Marley. Apart from Jackson, the votes for each artiste were not revealed. The poll which was open for a month selected 20 global artistes from which voters could choose. The field included Bob Dylan, Gilberto Gill, Juanas, Khaled, Miriam Makeba, Youssou N'Dour, Ash Bhosle, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, The Rolling Stones, Oum Kalsoum, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Madonna, Celia Cruz, and Teresa Teng. Currently, Marley tops the iTunes reggae albums chart in 18 of the 22 listed country markets indicating that 30 years after his passing his relevance remains. Additionally, the Marley machinery will shortly release a 30th anniversary of his final concert entitled Live Forever. This definitive Marley album, special double CD in eco-friendly packaging is a limited regional release which becomes available through Tuff Gong Distribution on September 23.

Source: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/business/Marley-s-coffee-company-to-commence-revenue-thrust_7838758 Marley's coffee company to commence revenue thrust The Rohan Marley-directed coffee company Jamin Java Corporation, plans to spend US$130,000 ($11.2 million) in order to begin generating revenues from its loss making entity next quarter, according to financials. The company's plan of operations going foward requires an estimated US$55,000 in general and administrative expenses and US$75,500 in marketing and advertising, the company stated in its financials posted to the US based Securities and Exchange Commission, last month. "We anticipate on generating revenues this upcoming quarter," stated the director's report endorsed by Anh Tran, president, treasurer and chief executive officer. "Over the next twelve months we intend to use funds to commence marketing our service, leasehold improvements and for general and administrative expenditures." The company made a net loss of $24,450 for its April 2010 first quarter. Jamin Java was incorporated in 2004 has racked up an accumulated net loss of some US$450,000. The company changed its name from Marley Coffee last year but has not been able to generate revenues to support its capital-intensive operations. Despite the challenges, the company in April this year appointed Tran, the former head of Greencine.com, as president. Rohan Marley is the son of the late reggae legend Bob Marley. He is heavily involved in all of the family businesses including 56 Hope Road Music, Bob Marley Music, Zion Rootswear as well as various land and resort holdings across the globe. Rohan Marley founded Tuff Gong Clothing in 2004. The company has already secured license agreements in furtherance of its revenue objective valued at US$640,000 in April, which bolstered its total assets to US$703,000 from merely US$28,800 three months prior in January 2010. The company at May 2010 has US$649,500 in equity versus a US$16,000 deficit in January 2010. These licence agreements were secured from Marley Coffee Limited, in exchange for 10 million shares. One director from Jamin Java currently sits the board of Marley Coffee which offers five unique coffee blends including Mystic Morning Wake Up Coffee Medium Roast; Simmer Down Organic Swiss Water Decaf; One Love Organic Ethiopian Yirgacheffe; Lively Up! Organic 5 Bean Espresso Blend and Jammin Java Organic Bold Full City Roast. "We've commenced production of bag design, brand development and a new commercial website at jamminjavacoffee.com. The company has also initiated the process of filing for trademarks in North America," stated Tran. "We have secured an office coffee services partner who is currently awaiting product completion." Earlier this year, Jamin Java Corporation, announced in its financials that it offloaded its coffee farm in order to focus on distribution following its year end net loss of US$129,490 ($11.59 million). The company has consequently changed its "business plan from coffee production to coffee distribution per the asset and licensing agreements" the company's financials stated. The company also impaired its farm and equipment assets which reduced these assets on its balance sheet from US$76,750 to US$1,294 as at January 2010. The impairment was the main reason for the trading loss for its January 2010 year-end.

Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1644880/20100802/nas.jhtml Damian Marley And Nas Bring Reggae, Hip-Hop To Gathering Of The Vibes BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut — It was an unexpected move, but adding Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley and Nas to this year's Gathering of the Vibes bill couldn't have made for a sweeter end to the four-day festival in Seaside Park this weekend. Before Marley and Nas lit up the stage on Sunday, a series of acts earlier in the day kept the crowd moving. Groups like the Ryan Montbleau Band turned the green lawn into a dance floor extravaganza, featuring groups of skilled hula-hoopers and ribbon twirlers. Jimmy Cliff treated the crowd with his flavorful reggae as he bounced from side to side of the stage in his head-to-toe yellow ensemble. At 62, Cliff proved that age really is nothing but a number with his vibrant energy and ear-to-ear smile. Vibes was never about age or looks, though. It's about the free spirit and carefree attitude that performers like Cliff embody. And as the sun began to set, anticipation grew before the Vibes main stage. "Are you ready for hip-hop and reggae?" asked DJ Green Lantern, as he stood before a flowing five-curtain backdrop. In what seemed like just a few seconds, Damian Marley, his hype crew and duo of backup singers rushed the stage to the retro-sounding intro of their first single, "As We Enter." Soon after, Nas joined them onstage, where they delivered a high-energy opener, keeping up the Bob Marley tradition with a waving Ethiopian flag. During his solo set, Nas seemed to create a sometimes intense, sometimes moody atmosphere among the audience of nodding heads. "Connecticut, let's represent!" Nas screamed over a roaring crowd. The rapper made his way through songs like "Nas Is Like" and "Hip Hop Is Dead." "We just finished the record Distant Relatives. This wasn't about nothing but realness," the rapper said of the concept behind his and Marley's joint LP. "So to all my distant relatives out there, my leaders, this one's to all the leaders." With that he launched into the calming "Leaders." Marley and Nas played off each other's energy during various cuts, delivering some authentic chemistry. And it was only fitting that the duo's set ended with a cover of Bob Marley's 1980 hit "Could You Be Loved." Marley played with the audience as he encouraged singing in what eventually became a full out sing-along with the echoing voices of the crowd right behind the chanting music. After the show, fans seemed unanimous in their praise of the duo. "I think this idea just blew that out of the water and added an insight on life that I've never heard; I'm really learning with this album," said Jamesy Codrington of Bridgeport. Codrington added that Marley and Nas' Distant Relatives LP toppled Jay-Z and R. Kelly's project, which he deemed "one of the most monumental hip-hop movements." "It represents the next generation. It's just great," said Leah Boss on Marley continuing in the family tradition. New York native Brent Fallon, who has seen both artists in concert before, said, "It's not your average hip-hop show. There's a lot of instrumentation." "Both of these young men are really, really positive," Sue Fallon of New York told MTV News. Fallon revealed that this was her first day of the festival's four-day installment.

Source: http://www.nme.com/news/bob-marley/52322 Bob Marley tribute festival promoter wins case against Manchester City Council Manchester City Council has lost a court case against a local music promoter after it was found to have cancelled his Bob Marley tribute concert unjustly. Mike Forrester says his company Gold National Events lost up to £500,000 due to the cancellation of the 2008 gig, which was due to feature Sean Paul and Marley's son Kymani. Although he was initially granted permission to stage the 15,000-capacity Fallowfield-based event, the council later ordered Forrester to cancel it, claiming they were acting on police advice. The case, which was heard at Manchester's Civil Justice Centre, saw Detective Chief Supt David Keller of Greater Manchester Police state that although he did have concerns about whether Gold National Events was capable of organising the event, he did not advise the council to cancel it, reports the Manchester Evening News. Mr Forrester reacted positively to the outcome, saying: "Manchester City Council had given no adequate reasoning for their refusal to honour the contract with Gold National Events and this has cost my company £500,000 from legal costs and loss of earnings. I am very proud of this positive outcome of the case as it represents an important landmark for the 'ordinary man in the street'." A spokesman for the council expressed disappointment at the outcome. "The safety of patrons at the event was of course our primary concern," they said. The court is likely to decide on and award damages and costs to Forrester this September.

Source: http://www.brooklyneagle.com/categories/category.php?category_id=31&id=37158 Markowitz Hosts Hasidic Rapper, Bob Marley’s Son at Conference On Tuesday, Borough President Marty Markowitz hosted a press conference at Borough Hall, at which DeScribe (born Shenur HaSofer), Crown Heights’ Hasidic hip hop and R&B artist, premiered his “Harmony” music video, which celebrates diversity, understanding and harmony among the Crown Heights’ African-American and Jewish communities. The event was presented in collaboration with heads of the Crown Heights community and Shemspeed, an independent recording label and artists’ promotional agency based in Crown Heights. It was sponsored by COLlive.com and Marley Coffee, owned by Bob Marley’s son, Rohan Marley, which helps promote and support environmental and social justice causes, including aiding Jamaica’s poor communities and “going green.” “I have always believed that music, like sports and food, brings communities together,” said Markowitz. “I applaud DeScribe for creating the ‘Harmony’ song and music video, for celebrating Brooklyn’s diversity and for reminding us all that, overwhelmingly, Brooklynites live side by side in peace. Mazel tov!”

Source: http://www.caribbeanlifenews.com/articles/2010/08/06/news/caribbean/caribbeanlife-cl_news_caribbean-2010_08_05_sub_scholarships_for_uwi_students.txt Ky-Mani Marley highlights UWI Brooklyn fundraiser The American Foundation for The University of the West Indies (AFUWI) continues its fundraising efforts with Summer Groove 2010, featuring Reggae singer, Ky-Mani, son of Reggae legend Bob Marley on Friday, Aug. 20 at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. located at 145 Brooklyn Ave., Brooklyn New York at 6:30pm. “The economies of Caribbean nations have been hit hard by the worldwide recession. Students in the region who are served by the University of the West Indies (UWI) are consequently experiencing hardship in meeting tuition costs that average US$3,000 for the school year and other related expenses.At this time, the need to fundraise for needy students becomes an imperative and their besthopefor aid,” according to a UWI statement. The AFUWI is inviting the community to get behind the effort to give these students hope for tomorrow.“The education of the youth of our region is vital to the economic development of the entire Caribbean,” says AFUWI Executive Director AnneMarie Grant. “Our effort communicates to our youth that we see the promise of their capabilities and theirfuture contribution to the region as directly dependent on their education andskill sets.” Summer Groove 2010 is the perfect “lime” and networking opportunity for the many UWI alums and well-wishers who reside across the northeast.The setting – The BrooklynChildren’s Museum – is perfectly suited to a fun night of dancing, and, meet and greet. “We are looking to reconnect with as many of our alums as possible who live and work, in especially, the tri-state area,” says Ms. Grant.She also remarked: “A strong and supportive alumnus will make our University stronger and hopefully create a smoother path for the Foundation’s work.” The evening will feature entertainment and book signing by Ky-Mani Marley, Ano Okeraraffles, games, steel-pan and dancing. Marley who just recently came off a 27-city U.S. tour to promote his new autobiography, Dear Dad, has enjoyed tremendous success as a singer, actor and now author.With numerous successful albums under his belt, expect a thrilling evening of musical performance.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/bob-marley-recordings-destroyed-in-a-fire/7351924 Bob Marley Recordings Destroyed in a Fire Gasp! Several of late reggae legend Bob Marley's master recordings were destroyed in his wife's studio's complex in Ghana. Tapes, recordings and footage from performances were reportedly lost in the blaze. There are reports suggesting that an electrical issue caused the fire. What a tragic loss of classic material. Let's hope there was no human error involved. Should classic recordings be housed in some sort of fireproof museum?

Source: http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/Entertainment_12/Grammy-award-winning-reggae-singer-songwriter-Ziggy-Marley-will-be-in-concert-at-The-Ridgefield-Playhouse-on-Friday-September-109521.shtml Grammy award-winning reggae singer/songwriter Ziggy Marley will be in concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, September 10 Ziggy Marley grew up in Jamaica in the musical family of Rita and Bob Marley, also a reggae singer. The former leader of Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, Ziggy’s second solo album Love is My Religion, won best Reggae album and was his fourth Grammy. His popular singles include “True To Myself”, “Drive”, “People Get Ready” and “Tomorrow People”. Ziggy Marley will perform at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, September 10, at 8 p.m. He is the creator of albums that are geared to be enjoyed by families, and Family Time features his mother Rita Marley as well as his “extended” family member Paul Simon, Willie Nelson and Jack Johnson. This album won a Grammy® for Best Musical Album for Children. The songs take the listener on a journey of original tunes that introduce today’s youngest generation to music that parents appreciate as both easy to listen to and full of redeeming messages of love, responsibility, unity and freedom. In his own words, Ziggy says: “Usually my songs mean more than one thing. Family Time is my family, your family and the world’s family”. A philanthropist, Ziggy is donating the proceeds from the sale of Family Time to Chepstowe Basic School in Port Antonio, Jamaica. He supports Little Kids Rock, a nonprofit organization that provides free musical instruments and lessons to children in public schools in the U.S. For tickets ($67.50) and information about The Ridgefield Playhouse, call or visit the box office at 203-438-5795, or buy adult tickets online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.

Source: http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/sleaford/Kids-Stir-art/article-2538323-detail/article.html Kids create image of reggae legend Bob Marley from records and CDs YOUNGSTERS in Sleaford have helped to create a large scale image of music legend Bob Marley using more than 1,500 records and CDs. The masterpiece took community artist Dean The Wizard and 30 helpers three hours to put together at the town's Hub. This creation formed part of a workshop that links in with the Hub's summer exhibition Let's Play Records which looks at vinyl album art over the years. This exhibition is on until September 5. Dean, who organised the session to promote the use of recyclable materials, said: "On this occasion I used vinyls and CDs. "I just like to show participants that you can re-use any bits that are laying around the house for other things, such as creating art. I chose Bob Marley as he is a well-known artist in the music world and he has a distinctive face that children can get really creative with when developing the large-scale piece of art." One participant, Kitty Butcher, 7, said: "I'm really enjoying myself, this is great fun. I love to do anything arty." The Hub hosts a number of activities and exhibitions throughout the year. Another exhibition running alongside Let's Play Vinyl is Printshop by artist Belle Benfield. A Hub spokesman said: "Against a striking backdrop of murals showing industrial wheat processing, Benfield's exhibition includes more than 200 handmade printing stamps that reveal the steps in the process of growing, harvesting, milling, baking and grinding wheat into breadcrumbs. "This shows a great way to use up old bread has been transformed into a complicated process that we seldom think about as we walk the supermarket aisles." The exhibition runs until October 3. The Hub is open daily from 10am to 5pm, with free entry.