January 2009 Archives

The Domain Yourradio105.com has not been hacked as claimed by Dave Lindsay also known as Kaliweed. Upon being infomed that Mr Lindsay in his broadcast on Saturday  January 31, 2009 on ustream.tv, I entered the Jamaicalive channel to inform Mr Lindsay that he should stop spreading lies in an effort to defame my character.
 
The Domain registrar's legal department has determined the true ownership of the domain name and that is why Mr Lindsay do not have control of it currently as he is not the legal owner.

I've receive numerous calls from third parties about our business disagreement and Mr Lindsay has chosen to misinform his viewers with false claims that his website was hacked by me. I'd like to inform Mr Lindsay and his employees to refrain from mentioning my name and worldflavas.com along with any form of hacking activities or I will be forced to take legal action for defamation of character. The files and content that were previously viewable on yourradio105.com are not in our possesion and we do not and never had any acces to them, nor would we like to. Our ownership is simply of the domain name.

It is so unfortunate this day in age that some people feel that they have to resort to viloence and threats.

This editorial comes from Malaika of WorldFLavas.com and UStream.tv/Channel/WorldFLavas

Many times people ask the question, how can we as a people elevated ourselves and stop the violence, well it starts by people taking responsibility for their own words and actions.

The same people that a week ago were offended and outraged by being threatened have turned around and sent threat of their own.

There is a long history between 365WebRadio.com/WorldFlavas.com members and the operators of JamaicaLive, but not once did 365WebRadio.com/WorldFLavas.com members ever threatened in any capacities the operators of JamaicaLive. We have always supported them, and wished them well. To even break down as to the problem is not the issue, the issue is that the operators members are now threatening the lives of WorldFLavas members and it will be taken seriously.

These threats are being made public so that they are officially documented. Even after this, we wish them well and hope that they can elevate themselves and take other measures for their grievances.

Directed by Ras Tingle and shot on location in Jamaica.

I always love to spotlight any charities that help children. Check this one out and remember even a penny does make a difference.

Price Tag? About $1,500. I am a size 8 and a half just in case someone feels generous!

It's just not a little Baby Phat, it's a real baby for Kimora Lee Simmons and actor Djimon Hounsou!

The rumors had been circulating for some time, but until she showed up in New Mexico for the new launch of her Baby Phat clothing line at the Liverpool department store, I didn't believe it.

I was wondering why all of a sudden after being separated from Russell Simmons was she not divorcing him, I thought maybe they'd reconcile.

ET has confirmed that hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons and Baby Phat designer Kimora Lee have finalized their divorce -- ETonline has the official papers.

This will be the third child for Kimora and the first for her boyfriend, actor Djimon Hounsou. Kimora, 33, is mom to daughters Ming Lee, 9, and Aoki Lee, 6 ½, with ex-husband Russell Simmons.

Congratulations to Serani!

According to DancehallMobi, Serani has signed a 4 album deal with major label Universal Records Republic label.

His manager Julian Jones Griffith announced that the deal had been in the works and Serani finally agreed and signed.

It's, It's Serani...just in case you never know!

I knew this would eventually happen, but I just assumed that a law suit would be filled and somehow everything would have been worked out.

"Rampin Shop" has been ordered off the shelves, television, radio and internet immediately, so is the demand of Ne-Yo's publishing company. "Rampin Shop" was released and became an instant hit, the song featuring Deejay Vybz Kartel and Spice is on the 'Miss Independent" riddim made famous by Ne-Yo.

EMI Music Publishing stating that "Rampin Shop" infringes on the copyright license of Miss Independent, the copyright license for the composition of the Ne-Yo song is licensed by EMI Music Publishing for composers Shaffer Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen and Mikkel S. Eriksen.

To solve the problem, Kartel says that the song is already being remixed and will be re-released on a dancehall riddim.

Malaika comment:
See this is what happens when Dancehall get so big!!!

A tribute concert was made in honor of the wonderful Miss Patty Labelle by the UNCF, and many artists performed Patty Labelle's greatest hit, but in my eyes none did it like Grammy Award winner Fantasia. That was a raw filled emotion performance like no other.

Free to go and admonished of all charges, that is what the judge said to Kartel on charges of using indecent language on the night of Sting 2008.

Just the week prior, entertainer Mavado was fined J$3,000. and guilty of breaching the town's decency laws. Yesterday, Adidjah Palmer a.k.a Vybz Karel showed up to court with his lawyer, who addressed the court with these words "Your Honour, I know the name Vybz Kartel might send off a negative vibes. However, I am representing Adidjah Palmer who is a totally different person from the entertainer persona. And it is in this light that we want to say we are sorry to the music fraternity and Jamaica at large for what happened at Sting."

After hearing the different arguments and submissions from the lawyer the judge rendered her decision and announced "Your lawyer said that Mr Palmer is different from Vybz Kartel but you need not be different, I cannot see how people use indecent language. It is negative and you being a responsible person must do things that reflect you as a totally responsible individual."

And then was free to go and dismissed of all charges!

Marlon Lawrence a.k.a "DJ HITLIST" is being held on alleged suspicion of rape.

Hitlist is best know for his 2006 hit "Please stop di killing" and is a member of Bounty Killa's Alliance Crew. The DJ is in custody at the Portmore Police station. Marlon Lawrence has not been charged with any crime yet, he has to face the identification parade, better known as the lineup.

It is alleged that an entertainer offered a female a car ride last week, and subsequently was raped. The unidentified female made a report and after investigating, Hitlist was brought in.

This recession is really hitting everyone.

Janet Jackson had to cancel her "RockWithU" tour in Japan due to economics hardship. That's another way of saying that the tour did not sell enough tickets.

The shows were scheduled between Feb. 14 and Feb. 22 in Japan. The events are part of the world tour that started in 2008 - her first in nearly seven years.

Jackson, 42, cancelled seven performances in the U.S. last fall because she was "suffering for migraines"

Many rumors have been circulating since police discovered the body of Gospel artist "Moses".

The investigating police claim that "Moses" had an illegal firearm when he was shot in St-Andrew's on Monday.

Some of the rumors circulating was that after a domestic dispute that left another man injured, "Moses" committed suicide. His body was found at the bottom of a ravine.

The police is speculating on whether he was pushed or jumped to his death following the previous night's altercation.

Kasim "Moses" Grant is a self processed former "gunman", he said that he turned his life over after a brush with death in 1997.

WorldFLavas.com would like to extend their condolences to the friends and family of Kasin "Moses" Grant.

I love this, I want to give the proper credit to the creator of this claymation "Scally Ranks". He is a genius, check this out!

Popular graffiti personality and dancehall artiste/enigma L.A. Lewis has been arrested.

The Star has learnt that the artiste and head of L.A. Lewis Enterprise was arrested on Saturday and slapped with charges of housebreaking, larceny and assault occasioning bodily harm.

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Just like so many Reggae/Dancehall lovers I was waiting in anticipation for the debut of Mavado's "So Special" video to debut on BET's "106 & Park". After all it's not often that they have Reggae/Dancehall video's. To my recollection I have only seen Sean Paul and  TOK. 

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Ladies! How many of you own a pair of Dereon jeans? This is the wonderful Mrs. Jay Z better known as Beyonce and her new ad campaign for the house of Dereon

Mavado and Gavesha welcomed a baby boy in the world. He was born Thursday, January 22nd 2009 in Brooklyn, New York.

Both the mother and child are doing good!

I don't know what is going on with him, from his statement that he wants to pose nude, to the alleged bisexual porno that he wants to do. And now this, does he really want to change his name?


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So much talk about lyrical clashing but do you remember Ding Dong versus John Hype? This took place in New York at "Amazura". So who is the best dancer right now? Well for Jamaica you'll have to stay tune for the results of the RETV Awards. Big shout out to KOR entertainment (I see you onstage) and for the rest of the world, send in your comments and let me know who you think is the best!

I can never get enough of Bob Marley something about his voice, his words, his presence..he really is immortal.

The hostess known as "Summer" from JamaicaLive internet TV and her crew were allegedly threatened by members of the "Portmore Empire" last Saturday night when they went to interview DJ Vybz Kartel and his crew. The incident stems from "Summer" commenting to her viewers and on Live internet TV that she was a fan of Kartel's lyrical foe 'Mavado".

As most "clash" officianado know, Kartel and Mavado had a controversial lyrical clash at Sting 2008 and since then incidents have been reported throughout Jamaica from diehard fans and alledge members. Here is a clip of "Summer" describing the event.

Malaika's note and comment:
As a member of the media "Summer" should have known and compare the incident to her walking on the"crips gang" territory and shouting out that she loves the "bloods". Violence though is not the answer and not endorsed by me at all, but when you deal with a certain mentality, as a professional you have to remain unbias until you are on your own turf. I can only assume that after hearing her comments of being a fan of the opposite, it would make it difficult for the artists to sit by and conduct an interview knowing that the reporter is bias.

There might be a new president in the White House, but there is still an old mentality in some people's mind. Actually I am not really that upset at the cookie, truth be told it is somewhat funny and I believe in freedom of expression. What bothers me is the man's mentality, it is obvious to me that he is a racist and that is where my problem stands.

So many new songs from both Mavado and Kartel since 2009 started, and to think we are only 24 days into the new year. Last night I was driving in the car when this song from Mavado and Flexx came on the radio and the host asked people to call in and give their opinion. What do you think?

For those of us who are in the cold and wished they were in Jamaica at the famed "Jazz and Blues Festival". Here are some clips of performances. Today is the last day of the festival, but you can check out their websites for next year, book your tickets in advance and experience this musical journey. Click here for the site JAZZ AND BLUES JAMAICA.

Mavado's "So Special" and Serani "No Game" song are the summer hits that keep growing, the song is inheavy rotation on most urban radio station around the world, so to "strike while the iron is hot" was unavoidable.

Mavado's "So Special" big budget video was directed by Ras Kass and will debut on American television on BET's "106 & Park" on January 26th 2009, while Serani's big budget video will be directed by Mike Nichols and will make it's debut on televison in February 2009.

I really love how Keyshia Coles is evolving, when she first came on the scene I thought she'd be a one hit wonder, she definitely proved me wrong. Here is her second single from her 3rd album "A Different Me".

A few weeks ago I showed you the new sneaker that Kanye West did for LV, it was a white sneaker, well some new colors were added and I must admit that I am feeling those shoes, I am not sure of the price tag(approx $600) on it, and in this recession I guess I'll just have to admire it from afar. Here is the official press release. (they are available in 4 colors, white, red, gray and tan)

PARIS -- Marc Jacobs and the Louis Vuitton men's studio director Paul Helbers have some design competition this season. Kanye West, who was sitting front row at the Vuitton show, has designed a line of five LV sneakers. Only one design, above, was featured in the show -- a monochromatic midtop with no frills, save for a quilted flap in the back, all the easier to tuck pants into. "The inspiration came from a jacket with a huge collar in the movie 'Dune,' " West says. "Most sneakers focus on the tongue, so I wanted to do something different." West knows whereof he speaks: he says he has no idea how many shoes he owns, but he does know that he routinely needs to send shipments off to storage. The LV-meets-Kanye kicks will be available at Louis Vuitton stores in June.

Clovis Brown, the cartoonist for the Jamaica Observer newspaper, best known for his political humor depiction, took a stab at the issue and the meager fine the entertainer was made to pay.

MESSAGE FROM CHERINE ANDERSON

DEAR JAMAICA,

Thanks for the wonderful emails and messages of support that I received from everyone on my facebook and myspace pages.  To all of the members of the music fraternity and fans I saw at Rebel Salute who gave me words of encouragement and strength to bring the vibe to DC, thank you.  I am in  DC as I write, just absorbing every minute of the incredible moment. Everyone is feeling the love.  For the last couple of days Washington DC has been like the "new Hollywood", and  it will definitely continue later today when president-elect Barack Obama will be sworn in. There is more Barack Obama merchandise on the streets than items at a Disney Concert! :-) The vibe is extremely positive and everyone is moving with a spirit of oneness.  I wish I could bottle the positive energy and vibe so everyone could touch it.

NEW YORK, NY (RHONA FOX, INC.) - Sean Paul, the most commercially successful representative of dancehall music today, brought his brand of pop dancehall into the swanky Club Element in lower Manhattan this past weekend. Dubbed "Sean Paul & Friends LIVE," the event was part of New York City's trendsetting promotion team - Upscale Crowd Entertainment and Caribbean Fuse's celebration of the Martin Luther King holiday weekend, on Sunday, January 18, 2009.
Fans who braved the snowy New York temps to pack Element were in for a treat when SP, as he's commonly called, took the stage, welcoming everyone in the club. "Happy New Year to all my people them," he said, greeting the crowd with a smile. "You see all my people them who love reggae and dancehall music - Caribbean people, Jamaican people, Trinidadian people, Guyanese people." The audience went wild as he called out their homelands, then performed many of his hits, including, "Give It Up To Me," "We Be Burning," "Gimme The Light," "Get Busy," "Watch Dem Roll," and "Temperature."

Ras Emmanuel is nominated for artist of the year award at the 2nd annual New jersey Reggae award.

According to his bio:
Ras Emmanuel was born in Kingston, Jamaica, Ras Emmanuel grew up with music in his soul, performing and making radio dubs for local DJ's and local radio stations. As a young teen, Ras Emmanuel was selected to appear at The Red Label Wine contest to represent the parish of St. Catherine during time he was discovered by legendary DJ extraordinaire, I Roy. Ras Emmanuel earned money by working as a construction worker and fisherman. He also earned money by digging sand and pushing through garbage dumps to find salvaged metal and plastics. He made enough money to travel to the United States for the purpose of pursuing a career in music as a writer, performer and entertainer.

I had the chance to interview Ras Emmanuel at The New jersey Reggae fest a couple of years ago and since then, our path have crossed many times. Always charming Ras Emmanuel's career keeps soaring, and as a result of his dedication he is now nominated.

The 2nd Annual New Jersey Reggae Award will take place in Irvington, New Jersey on March 15th 2009.

Categories:

Female and Male promoter of the year.

Female and Male DJ of the year.

Female and Male singer of the year.

Best sound of the year.

Most listen to radio station of the year.

Most viewed website of the year.

Best female and male dancer of the year.

Most popular club/dancehall of the year.

Special guest performance by Erup and Ed Robinson.

From the man who brought you the "Red Bull & Guiness Riddim"  and Buju Bantan's label Gargamel Productions comes another smash hit.

Created by Delly Ranxx, The "Goldmine Riddim" features Artists such as Voicemail, Assasin & Chris Martin, New Kid, Elephant Man, Buju, Wicka Man, Gramps, Sly, Gyptian and Delly Ranx.

In Delly Ranxx own words this riddim is "different". It is sure to be a hit and I can not wait to see a video from this Gargamel Production. WorldFLavas will keep you updated on a possible future video.

For more on Delly Ranxx visit his website WWW.DELLYRANXX.COM
and his myspace at  WWW.MYSPACE.COM/DELLYRANX

No, these are not the title of Kartel's new songs, those are the line of condoms that Kartel and his partner Corey Todd have launched. Due to the popularity of daggering condoms, they have decided to expand the line with added features.

Ramp Ruff Daggering, inspired by the hit song "Rampin Shop" is a studded condom that comes in different colors, while Timeless Daggering has an added solution to help a man not to climax so soon.

I am so emotional watching this video clip, besides the fact that I never thought in my lifetime to see an African American president, as Beyonce hit the first note, chills ran down my spine. The pride and love beaming in Michelle and Obama's eyes is so evident and this magical night will forever be imprinted in everyone's memories.

WorldFlavas.com had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with Dancehall Rock artist STOO$H.

As soon as she walked through the door her presence filled the room. She looked and had the swagger of a star. I knew right away that I would like her as she was real down to earth and in her own words "keeps it real".

Stoo$h might be new to the scene but has been singing for many years.

Event though WorldFlavas.com was not at their regular studio, and we had issues with lighting, Stoo$h was not a diva at all as her name might inspire. Watch the interview with Stoo$h and judge for yourself, and request her song and video "Won't stop" as her debut single says it all of her ambitions, she really won't stop.

10 months is jail, that's what the entertainer could have faced if he didn't pay his fine.

Mavado appeared n the Spanish Town Resident Magistrate's Court after he was charged with using indecent language at STING 2008, thus breaching the town community act.

David Brooks a.k.a Mavado was fined J$3,000. or could face 10 months in jail.

Kartel is next to face the judge, he will appear next week to answer the same charges.

This moment in history will stay imprinted in my mind until my last breath..

Someone will really have to sit me down and explain to me why the police served summons to Mavado and Kartel for breaching the town community act on the night of Sting 2008.

The police states that "they were uttering expletives and using threatening words to describe each other". Forgive me if I am wrong, but isn't that what part of clashing and Sting is about? The clash, the interviews were promoted for months in advance, the police is well aware of the rivalry between the 2 artists.

Deputy Superintendent of police Clive Blair stated that "We are going to do our jobs to the book and it doesn't matter whom the person is. If they go against the law, then they will have to answer in court. And this is what happened in Mr Palmer and Mr Brooks' case."

Mavado is scheduled to appear in court on January 20 and Kartel on January 27.

This year, more than any other year Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's dream holds more truth than at any other time in history. I got chills as I listened once again to his famous speech. Please, if you have never heard it, take a few minutes and listen.

But one hundred years later, the Negro still is not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later, the Negro is still languishing in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. So we have come here today to dramatize a shameful condition.

But 144 years later, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr speech will come to pass, in his words "A negro" will be sworn in as president of the United States of America.

Beyonce also took part in the performances to celebrate the inauguration of our 44th president BARACK OBAMA. She sang "America the beautiful" to the Barack family and thousands more who watched on.

This is really what it's all about "ONE LOVE". Tomorrow, January 20th 2009 history will be made. Future generations will be taught in their history books about the first African American to become a United States of America, 144 years after slavery was abolished. His name is BARACK OBAMA.

Over the last few days, and most likely for the rest of the week, parties and concerts are held all over the world to celebrate this occasion. Washington D.C was flooded by millions of people gathered to witness this event.

Will.I.Am, herbie Hancock and Sheryl Crow performed yesterday in front of the Lincoln memorial to thousands of people. They chose "One Love" by the great "Bob Marley".

Bebe kool [Uganda] probably the hottest reggae/dancehall artist on the face of East Africa teams up with Naziz & Wyre of the Necessary Noise [Kenya] for this hit "KUBE"

Anyone that knows me, know that I have an extremely soft spot for children. I wish I could do like Anjelina Jolie and Brad Pitt and adopt children from around the world. Surfing through youtube this morning, I ran across this video of a family that visited the Blossom Garden Orphanage in Montego Bay Jamaica and right away I "googled" it to learn more.

I know that money is tight for everyone, but if you can donate directly to them a few penny I am sure that it will make a huge difference. Can you look into those eyes and turn away?

Blossom Garden's Child Care Centre is located on a hill above Montego Bay and houses 50-60 children from birth through ten years of age. This is a place where one can stay by prior arrangement for several hours or all day holding and feeding babies, playing with the children, and just helping out with whatever is needed. The administrator for this orphanage is Mrs. Brown, and she can be contacted at (876) 952-6068 Monday through Friday or by e-mail at blossomgch@yahoo.com.

On February 9th 2009 BET honors will be on television. Over the weekend, celebrities like Queen Latifah, Ne-Yo, Mary J Blige, Samuel Jackson, Diddy and many more were in attendance.

The one and Only Whitney Houston performed on stage and was amazing. She looked spectacular and may I say drug free? Her album is stated to come out this year and I believe that Whitney Houston will be the comeback story of 2009.

This is a new video from one of my favorite artist HIAWONDAH. Don't worry if you don't know him, just tune in to WorldFlavas TV (www.ustream.tv/channel/worldflavas) or simply click the player at home page of WorldFlavas on Friday. January 23rd 2009 at 8PM for a LIVE interview with the DJ.

She would have been 30 years old today, WorldFLavas.com remembers Aaliyah Dana Haughton. This is a clip of her last interview the morning of her tragic death.

Soulja Boy the Grammy nominated young man who brought us "Crank That" (Superman that Hoe) has been allegedly outed by this other young man who claims to be his lover. Now me personally I do not care what people do in their bedroom, gay, straight, it's none of my business, but I do have an advice for those living in the closet, "Be Yourself" you will be much happier, that being said, I don't know if this young man is for real, but he claims he will go to the news channel CNN. What do you all think?

Do you see Latonya dancing in heels and reppin the REPJA shirt? Any woman that can dance like that and make it seem so easy is a STAR in my eyes. Latonys Style is more than just a dancer, she is a choreographer, teacher, entertainer and a "Super Woman". Check her out and learn more about Latonya by clicking HERE.

I know that we will see more and bigger things from her in 2009. Keep you posted!

For all the clash sound lovers out there in France, Friday March 27th 2009 is a date you have to put on your calendar.

4 International sound systems will clash at the  French Crown Reggae Soundclash at the Congo room in Paris, France.

The Canadian sound SUPERFRESH, The Germans WARRIOR SOUND, The French HEARTICAL and The French-Luxembourg sound IRIE CREW.

Mortimer 'Natural Black' Softley was born in Georgetown, Guyana and moved to Jamaica in 1995 in hopes of taking his musical career and prowess to another level.  Asked what attracted him to Reggae music, Natural Black pointed out that Reggae music has a vibe that is different from any other music. He says, 'like life, Reggae music inspires, and gives the artiste an opportunity to express one's self fully, regardless of the issues highlighted'.

I am very happy that the police of the Virgin Islands were so prompt and quick to find the suspects who dare to rob Serani.

I was just about to make my way to St-Croix to go lead a man hunt, but 2 suspects were finally arrested and charged in connection to Serani's robbery after his show on the island.

Serani was dropped off at his hotel where he was robbed at gun point. The suspects were each granted a bail of USD$135,000.

Serani is presently back home in Jamaica getting ready for a show in the U.S

Picture "The French Prince Of Bel Air" Jamaican style, well that's what you will get on February 3rd on CVM TV if you are lucky enough to be in Jamaica. Unfortunately "Clumsy Daps" (killed not log ago) character will be played by actor Everaldo Cleary.

The show according to Benzly Hype :"It's basically about our journey through the music industry. Most of the stuff that happens is what took place in our career, except that we invented me winning the lottery as a way for us to move to the uptown. So I win the lottery and move uptown with my mother, played by Audrey Reid. It's like a Fresh Prince of Bel-Air meets Beverly Hillbillies,"

Oh my God, I love Mike Epps.

This is a report from a news entertainment show in the Virgin Islands, as everyone knows there are 2 sides to a story. This comes from the St-Croix incident where Serani was robbed. It almost seems as if the reporter is making an excuse for the robbers and in my eyes there are NO excuses for committing a crime.

All last year I have been reporting on the adventures of DMX. I kept saying how much help he needed and maybe him being locked up will give him the help he needs, either that or he will learn to be a better crook. Here is an interview that he did from prison. From your mouth DMX to God's ears. By the way, what's up with the pink undershirt?

I was so hoping to see him naked in this video (oh hush, women need eye candy too), Serani is all over the radio and TV. My daughters even sing his songs by heart and ask me nicely to be quiet when his songs play on the radio. If you are in New York, Serani will be performing this Saturday in Queens, just e-mail me MALAIKA for more information

I am not sure of what is going on, but it makes no sense. I am tired of waking up in the morning and reading the news to see another senseless killing. My editor was telling me a few weeks ago that WorldFLavas.com is becoming like an obituary column.

A member of the Black Roses Crew "Rottweiler" was killed,  in Jamaica this morning. This comes less than a month after Black Roses Crew member "Ice" passed away. No suspect have been charged yet in the "Ice" killing.

Magistrate Cheron Raphel fined popular entertainer Machel Montano for illegally driving on a priority bus route without prior approval, and without a driver's license.

An offense that could have carried up to 6 months in jail unless he paid fines within 24 hours of the judgment.

Machel defense as he explained to the court was that he was in the midst of doing an Internet recording with a United States-based singer and was taking a chance in using the route.

Even entertainers must obey the law as driving illegally can cause accidents, Machel is well aware as a sound tech for his band was killed in a taxi accident over the past weekend. The car hit a pillar as the driver was trying to avoid a passing car.

Dancehall sensation Latifa Brown, more populary known as Tifa, has been nominated for two RETV MVP (My Video Pic) Awards.

Tifa's hot music video for Bottom of the Barrel, produced by Dexter Pottinger, has been nominated for an award in the category of "Best Dancehall Music Video" and "Best Music Video (Female)." "Thanks for all the love and support, I'm sincerely grateful and I will continue to push myself further towards excellence and pleasing my fans," stated Tifa.

The RETV MVP Awards was developed as a spin off from one of RETV's Flagship Programmes, MVP (My Video Pic) which has reinvented a timeless favourite, viewer's choice ranking. Today's audience wants to control their programming and what better way to do that than through an audience selected, top 10 video countdown TV programme in viewers have an opportunity to "text" using their mobile phones the videos which they want to see in the MVP Countdown.

Reggae Entertainment Television is pleased to announce the first staging of the RETV MVP (My Video Pic) Awards. This will be the first Music Video Awards of it's kind to be staged in Jamaica and the Caribbean. The RETV MVP Awards was developed as a spin off from one of RETV's Flagship Programmes, MVP (My Video Pic) which has reinvented a timeless favourite, viewer's choice ranking. Today's audience wants to control their programming and what better way to do that than through an audience selected, top 10 video countdown TV programme in viewers have an opportunity to "text" using their mobile phones the videos which they want to see in the MVP Countdown.

Live at the Rototom Sunsplash conference, Strawberry Hill, Jamaica, the strong one performs. Actually the only reason I am posting this clip is that I can't get enough of her beautiful voice and smile. Itis cold today in New York, very cold and yours truly Malaika needed a little sunshine to warm me up.

(Lowell Hawthorne, CEO of Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill to the left)

The "Patty King", Mr. Lowell Hawthorne was rushed to Westchester medical this past Sunday. The doctors diagnosed him as having suffered an aneurysm.

Golden Krust is the largest franchise of Caribbean baked food products in the United States with more than 100 stores.

The victory of President Elect Barack Obama is cause for many celebrations, and the inauguration ceremonies commence in full force next week in Washington DC. Among the invited performers is Jamaica's own Dancehall Soulstress Cherine Anderson, appearing alongside Michael Franti and Spearhead.

Monday, January 19, Cherine joins in celebrating the change in US Presidential leadership by performing at "The Green Ball".  The event, hosted by former Vice President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore is sold out and takes place at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Center.

Anderson is in outstanding company at "The Green Ball", with fellow performers including John Legend, Maroon 5 and Melissa Etheridge among others.  Cherine is very honored to take the stage again on Tuesday, January 20, while performing at "The Peace Ball".   This special event will be held at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum, and is hosted by Harry Belafonte.   Other distinguished performers at this event include Joan Baez and Angelique Kidjo.   "The Peace Ball" is also a sold out event.  Anderson says, "It feels wonderful to be a part of an event that is so historic.  This will be one of the biggest celebrations, so I am working very hard to give a memorable performance to honor the occasion."

Over the weekend I was reading an article (click to read article) written By Basil Walters Sunday Observer staff reporter that claimed that France is said to be the biggest reggae country outside of Jamaica.

I was a little surprised as I always assumed that Japan was number 2 after Jamaica, after all many Jamaican artists released their albums in Japan.

Artists like Serani, Voicemail, Delly Ranxx, Sadiki and more all have opted to release their albums in Japan. One of the common reason Serani states"Japan is one of the few places people still actually buy CDs and is a major market for dancehall."

Even sound systems such as Mighty Crown fill up a stadium size venue for some of their performances, and a few years ago a Japanese dancer "Junko" won the coveted title of "Dancehall Queen" in Jamaica. Take Akihiko Narisawa who runs the Jamaican branch of Tokyo-based Oasis Music and sends thousands of records to Japan each month. Mr Narisawa is one of hundreds of Japanese who have come to the land of reggae to bury themselves in reggae music culture.

Julia Braham one of Jamaica's leading female director is bringing you the Gallis Riddim Medley featuring, Ding Dong, Unicorn, Ras Penco, Bugle, Fambo, Serani and Andrew & Wada Blood. Julia Braham as directed videos for many dancehall entertainers such as D'Angel, Voicemail, and a couple of years ago was embroiled in a controversial disagreement with Assasin

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2009 is starting off great for D'Angel. she is filming videos back to back, has several different nominations and keeps performing all over. Here is her latest video "FIRST LADY"

With a radiant smile, enormous talent and the most beautiful personality you could find, Etana is going strong locally and international with yet another song " Caltariba System " from her debut album released in 2008 entitled " The Strong One ". Numerous top international radio stations have added Caltariba System to their rotation and people from all walks of life are being introduced to the musical sensation Etana. Since her debut on the music scene, Etana has deligently crafted her talent as a vocalist and songwriter, giving us quality music that is guaranteed to inspire our lives for years to come.



For more info on Etana

Visit http://www.myspace.com/etanastrongone

Bookings: 347-789-7079 solidmgmt@cwjamaica.com 876-995-8709

The shirt was inspired by the words of Bounty Killa "Look Into My Eyes". A song that Bounty Killa speaks about corruption in his country, and what he sees as the problem in our society. This shirt speaks to all ages and races. We are all faced with violence, corruption, gangs and guns. The faces that truly suffer are the children. We are here to help build awareness to what's going on around us and to our future generation. Look into My Eyes and Tell Me What You See!!.

SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE 1/12/09 @ 12NOON.

This is a video that yours truly Malaika produced for Dancehall artist Ranja. The single is called Bad Girl and it features R&B singer Omar Wilson. It was so much fun doing the video and none of it could be possible with the director Kenitra Durant of an Array Of Colors.

Check out Ranja at his myspace and Omar Wilson website.

How old were you when this song came out? Musical Youth was formed back in 1979, they were Jamaican set of brothers living in England. Do you know that they had been nominated for a Grammy back in 1982?

They still are performing but they are down to only 2 members, through the years they have been trough trials, drugs, and even one of the member's death.

For those of you not affected by the recession and that keep up with the latest sneakers, here is the 2009 Air Jordan. For $190 this shoe can be yours to wear until the next ones comes out. I have no problem with anyone buying this, but what about putting that money in the bank or invest instead? Will this shoe value go up?

"My hump, my hump", someone has "Fergie's" humps.

Singer "Fergie" from "The Black Eye Peas" and her actor boyfriend Josh Duhamel were married over the weekend.

The 2 have been dating since 2004, after Josh admitted in an interview that he had a crush on a celebrity, when asked who, he shyly reviled "Fergie" and the rest is history.

They had a black and white wedding and were both dressed in Dolce & Gabgana. Will.I.Am and the rest of the Black Eye Peas were in attendance.

Congratulations to singer turned actress Jill Scott and her fiance drummer Lil' John Roberts.

36 years old Jill is expecting her first child, she found out right before she left for Botswana to go film a TV show.

She told people magazine that "The first trimester I spent in Botswana," she said. "That was one of the biggest challenges of my life. First trimester! You're sick every morning. It was seven hours time difference, the heat, the bugs, the 14-hour days."

She was filming a TV series for HBO called "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency"

On January 16th 2009 finally the movie of Notorious B.I.G will be coming to the big screen (click here to watch trailer). This past week in New york was the red carpet premiere filled with celebrities, but the best part of it all was "Biggie's" son Christopher Wallace Junior ringing the bell for the start of trading on Wall Street.

He looked very grown and handsome and was wearing these sneakers. They are Nise Gold Leather & Silver chain, if you are interested they sell for $415 dollars.

I am all for one person wanted to feel better and look better with plastic surgery. Who am I to tell someone what to do with their bodies, but is that the reason she got them that big?

They both are action stars, well, Macka Diamond will soon be one.

Macka Diamond is to star in an action movie called "Paradise Redemption". The movie plot according to Macka is about "a middle-age woman like myself who has a grown daughter who's in the garrison. She has a boyfriend who got killed and the daughter gets involved and gets killed as well, so I go out and get revenge".

The production will start on January 17th 2009 in Antigua.

The film director reached out to Mack Diamond from England with his vision for the film, Macka explained that this is not her first time acting but it is her first staring role.

She says that "You see how they have all those African movies? So the director wants to create a series of Caribbean movies, so this (Paradise Redemption) is gonna be the start of them. My male co-star is suppose to be some big African star as well."

Yesterday I introduced you all to the artist STOO$H, her video "Won't stop" after being featured for one day is already creating buzz. Everyone wants to know who this new sensation that blends dancehall with rock and pop. Take a look at her photo shoot and here is her bio according to her management, of course do not worry, as soon as we set up the interview I will ask her all the questions that are on everyone's mind.



Stoo$h is an artist with immense flair, confidence and style and is a melting pot for all the major genres of music. Influenced by artist such as Marcia Griffith, Whitney Houston, Lady Saw, Skunk Anansi and Avril Lavigne she captivates you with her versatility. Born Lisa Morrison in Kingston Jamaica and spending her early years in places such as Rockfort Lisa learned at an young age the meaning of survival. "We poor but we proud" was one of the sayings heard from her grandmother that stuck with Lisa throughout the years.

As I have told you last month, Kanye West took an internship with Louis Vuitton to learn the ins and outs of the business.

Kanye West definitely a style of his own, sometimes very classy and hot in my eyes, and sometimes definitely 'Fashion over style".

Here is the first of six sneakers that he designed for his collaboration with Louis Vuitton. What do you think?

Finally after a 2 years absence, Turbulence will be back in France as part of a date on his world tour.

Backed up by the "Step by Step Band" and the one and only Cocoa Tea, Turbulence long awaited show will finally take place.

Check out your local paper for the tour dates. Here are some for my French friends. Bonjour mes amis!

02/25/09 : Havana Café - Ramonville St Agne
02/26/09 : Victoire 2 - Montpellier
02/27/09 : 4 Sans - Bordeaux
02/28/09 : Oesia - Tours
03/01/09 : Cabaret Sauvage - Paris

On February 5th 2009,The EME' s will take place at the Gardens of the jamaica Pegasus hotel. Just in time for Reggae month observance, this year EME's will be dubbed "the red carpet gala event of the entertainment calendar".

Conceptualized and organized by HOT 102 FM's host Richard "Richie B" Burgess, said the venture was born out of a need to stimulate growth and improvement in the Jamaican music and entertainment fields by recognizing the best of the annual output. "We have a vested interest in this industry, and so we want to be a part of positive developments in the entertainment business and encourage our entertainers to greater effort, especially as we seek to keep Jamaican music and entertainment visible and impactful in the global marketplace."
 
Burgess added that this year, The public will for the first time be allowed to influence winners as text votes as well as votes via the Internet - through the newly constructed website  WWW.EMEAWARDS.COM  - will be accepted. This in addition to the points gained based on performance of the nominees in the weekly Jamaica Music Countdown.
The list of performers at this gala red carpet event and the full list of nominees in over 30 categories will be made public in a few days time and voting will be allowed until the cut-off date of Saturday, January 31.
 

I love the movies from the Wayans brothers, they are so funny. This one coming out in February makes fun of the dance movies like "Save the Last Dance", "Step Up" and more. I can't wait for it to come out!

After 11 years of marriage Andrea Kelly and Robert Kelly (R.Kelly) are officially divorced.

The couple have 3 children together, and back in 2005, Andrea filled a protection order against R.Kelly accusing him of physically abuse and  harassment. They will have joint custody of the children.

Even though the settlement was not made public, insiders say that she will get over $50 million dollars.

Mrs. Andrea Kelly's lawyer put out an official statement: A Judgment for Dissolution of Marriage was entered today dissolving the marriage between singer, R. Kelly and his wife of 11 years, Andrea Kelly.

The parties have reached an amicable resolution concerning all issues related to their marriage and will share joint custody of their three children.

I hope that Andrea writes a tell all book on her life with R.Kelly, I would so buy it.

While doing my daily updates of youtube new artists, I had the pleasure of stumbling upon a video entitled "Won't Stop" from a dancehall artist name "Stoo$h". From the first few lyrics and riddim I was sold. I reached out right away to her management company and to my great delight she is based in New York. I will definitely bring you more on her as I working on interviewing this young lady for our readers at www.worldflavas.com, and will have her live for our viewers at ustream.tv/channel/worldflavas, but in the meantime I want you to get familiar with "Stoo$h" and see why I am so excited.

Her management describes her as dancehall rock artist. I love it!

Check out this new tune by Rseenal. This is produced by Damien "Satanz" Tulloch mainsource Muzick & Jay-R GAMBLINO Family. For more on Rseenal check out his myspace page Rseenal.

I can't say that i remember this since I was about ...years old, but I love this song and performance from Yellowman. I had the pleasure of speaking with him at the Irie Jamboree last summer in NewYork. He was charming, even flirtatious and his performance was perhaps even better than this clip. The crowed creamed and cheered him on, patrons young and old were singing his lyrics. His music is timeless.

When I first heard the name and saw the start of the commercial I was a little uncomfortable, but after watching the whole thing, I LOVE IT! I am ordering one for myself and will let you know if this really works.

It ain't over....In the spirit of good competition and promoting lyrical war a New York based dance crew created a dance on the rapidly famous "Last Man Standing" song. Spikes made up the dance and it caught up already with all the dancers from the dancehall fraternity. Big up to Spikes and thanks to FamousPeopleTV for the clip. I reached out to Famous People TV and I want to share with you all an important fact.
"Don't forget to mention in your report that a young Female Director PG (Petergay Donaldson)out of the Bronx, shot the video and edited it herself . She's currently working on a documentary "This is Reggae Dancehall", she's about to take this culture to a whole new level . All di content, she shoot it and edit it , and we put it pon we page . Her company " A Rated PG Production ".

This is an artist out of the Bronx, I had the pleasure of interviewing him a few times at several state shows in New York and New Jersey. He is  a poet and story teller with his words. He hopefully will come to WorldFLavas Radio and Ustream.tv/channel/worldflavas for a live interview very soon. In the meantime enjoy his latest single 'Stop To Pray".

For more info on Henchman, check out his myspace page http://www.myspace.com/henchmanrecords

Every week I post the new releases for Reggae on the billboard chart, to my surprise nothing was released this week in the Reggae genre. Just check out last week releases they were over 30.

Sting keeps going and going...

Supreme Promotions took Sting on the road sort of speak, Millers By The Sea in Antigua was the stage for Sting Antigua on January the 3rd of 2009.

Performers like Shane-O, Flippa Mafia, Duane Stephenson, Egg Nog,  Lisa Hype, Spice and Vybz Kartel gave the Antiguan audience a night to remember.

Everyone received an amazing ovation, but when Kartel touched the stage and performed "Last Man Standing" the crowd went in a frenzy. I wonder why Mavado wasn't there?

I'm almost President, la la la la la la

Pop Princess Rihanna is scheduled to make a stop in Malaysia on Feb 13th 2009 for her 'Good Girl Gone Bad" tour.

There is just one little problem, Rihanna who is well known for her sexy and skimpy outfits, will have to cover up from neck (including shoulders) to knees under government guidelines.

Rihanna is not the first performer affected by this rule, Gwen Stefani, Avril Lavigne and The PussyCat Dolls have also been subjected to it.

Malaysia is a Muslim majority country and the dress code for women is very strict, but that's not the only thing that she needs to worry about.

When Avril Lavigne performed, a district branch of the opposition Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party said that her moves were too sexy.

Thanks to BrianMax for bringing us this update of after the clash in both Mavado and Kartel's words. For my opinion on it tune in to Malaika Passa on usteam.tv/channel/worldflavas or worldflavasradio.com, or simply click on the player above weekdays at 6pm.

I came across this video clip this morning of Shabba Ranks in South Africa. I can't even imagine the honor of meeting such an historical figure. Shabba Ranks was in South Africa for an election rally when Mandela was running for president after having been incarcerated for 27 years.

Unfortunately I was not in Jamaica to enjoy and take part of Shaggy and Friends benefit concert for the Bustamante Children Hospital, but by all accounts it was more than a success. Concert goers from all parts of Jamaica were in attendance, and many were brought to tears by some of the realities of the children needs. Here are some clips, and remember it is not too late to help, just click here and donate, every penny makes a difference.

How sweet and innocent Shaggy looks, this is his first video "Oh Carolina" from his "Pure Pleasure" Album. It was followed by 'Soon Be Done" and "Nice and Lovely".

2 of my fav singers got together to make LOVE REIGN. This song is on the chemistry riddim.

No one but the culprits know what really happened at Campfire as both sides of Beenie Man and Mavado's management deny any altercations.

All we know for a fact is that after a disagreement backstage Beenie Man left without performing and bottles were thrown on stage by patrons.

Beenie Man manager Rohan "Blue" Smith said that around 4am Beenie Man wanted to perform as his band "Ruff Kutt" was already onstage. He had not signed a contract stating that he would close the show, but it made sense for him to go on instead of waiting on the alliance members and band to perform, clear the stage and for 'Ruff Kutt" to go back and set up again.

After that all hell broke lose, Rohan "Blue" Smith says that even "Kitty Paw" got roughed up (for those of you not familiar with this beautiful lady, catch her interview at ustream.tv/channel/jamaicalive).

However, Mavado's manager Julian Jones Griffith says that Beenie and his team are not telling the truth about the incident and that he is planning to sue Beenie Man for accusing members of Mavado's entourage of physically abusing members of his entourage during a radio interview.

Julian Jones griffith told the Jamaican newspaper The Star "Nothing more than him do f----- and lef the show and his fans bottled the stage. Now, he wants to make Mavado and Bounty Killer look bad."

Shaggy says that after receiving the news that his latest album "Intoxication" was nominated for a Grammy Award, he decided that he was not going to attend the event. The already Grammy winner says that he is grateful, but that he hopes someone else takes it home for Jamaica.

He says "I'm hoping Elephant Man wins. He's very excited about the nomination, and a win will mean more to him than to me," says Shaggy, who doesn't plan to attend the lavish ceremony in Los Angeles. "[The Grammy affair] doesn't hold that much significance to me anymore because I have seen it not being given to the right people at the right moment. It has lost its meaning for me, but it is still music's highest honor and you have to respect that."

Let me first say that I like Shaggy a lot, especially all the work that he is doing for the children and his other many charities. That being said in my eyes Shaggy knows that his latest album will not win, not because it's not good enough, but because Elephant Man's album was just better. I believe that since he already won, he'd rather not lose in person. For Shaggy to say that the Grammy doesn't hold much significance to him anymore are bold and powerful statement. I think that Shaggy should chose his words carefully, after all the Grammy that he received opened doors that allow him to live his lifestyle and give back to his country.

be careful what you say and what you wish for Shaggy!

I don't know that this clash feud between Mavado and Kartel will go away any time soon, between fans arguing, reports of a man getting stabbed at a dance because he was pro one or the other, photoshops pics all over the net, one thing is for sure, until another clash takes place, the debate on who was the victor will continue.

Jett Travolta, John Travolta's 16 years old son died in the Bahamas.

Jett Travolta was on vacation with his family at the Bahamas Bay Hotel in the Grand Bahamas when he suffered a seizure and hit his head in a bathtub.

John Travolta was quoted in a recent article to say about his son ""He's my first, and he's my heart. And he's a very special boy," John Travolta said. "He's Daddy's boy."

John and his wife also have a younger 8 years old daughter. At this time the family are not speaking, they are said to be devastated. Their lawyer said that it is the worst day of their lives.

WorldFlavas.com and WorldFlavasRadio.com would like to send their condolences to the family. Losing a child is possibly the worse thing to ever happen to a parent. My heart goes out to them.

Dr.Dre's oldest son died over the summer. His mother found him in his room dead the morning after he came back from an all night party.

The coroner ruled his death an accident and closed the case. He said that Andre Young JR died of morphine and heroin intoxication.

It is so sad and i doubt that these findings will give them peace, hopefully from this tragedy will come awareness, yes of course people know that doing drugs is bad, but maybe now someone like Dr.Dre, an entertainer that many teens look up to can send a message.

They might not listen to parents, but maybe they'll listen to someone they idolize.

Billionaires Boys Club is super producer from the Neptunes "Pharrell Williams" clothing line. I have seen a couple of pieces that looked very colorful, but I am a little confuse about this one piece. It reminds me of children "onesies" pyjamas. However if you subscribe to the theory of"'Fashion over style", then this is perfect for you!

(Kingston, Jamaica)

Making good on her promise to have her very own online center, reggae recording artiste Etana yesterday launched her Official Websites and Blog, some thing the singer says was done to facilitate the needs of fans and to further stimulate promotions.

The website which has been under construction since October features a flashy home page display which is reminiscent of Etana's "The Strong One" album cover. Painted in a red and white background the user friendly display panel allows users to maneuver to other sections to include a Photo and Video Gallery. Probably the most noted addition is the complete album presentation which can be enjoyed track for track while reading the latest updates from her news forum.

The site also provides users with a Chat Room which allows fans from across the world to communicate and a Feedback section where greetings and kind words can be posted. Of-course the website also allows promoters / event organizers to initiate show bookings by completing a Information and Contact Form while still to come features on the website include an online store where fans can purchase Etana Merchandise and a Tour listing.

CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE
WWW.ETANASTRONGONE.COM

Queen Latifah and her very special female friend went to Trinidad and Tobago for the Christmas Holiday.

They were staying at The Stone Haven Villas in Black Rock when they were robbed of $10,000 worth of jewelry.

A local newspaper in Tobago reports that a staff member of the resort is a suspect in the jewelry heist.

Latifah and her friend are still in Trinidad and Tobago hoping that the jewelry will be returned to them as it has very sentimental value to them.

Tourism Secretary, Neil Wilson, yesterday said the incident must be condemned in the strongest possible term. He added that citizens need to realise they are tarnishing the reputation of the country, and the island of Tobago.

Tomorrow Saturday January 3rd 2009 is the big charity concert for the Bustamante Hospital for Children. Shaggy and friends will be performing and the proceeds will go to the children. If you are not in Jamaica, you can still contribute this worthy cause by clicking here
Shaggy slogan is "I dare you", it comes from his quote to challenge everyone "I dare you to witness the doctor saying, If only they had the equipment needed to save your child"

Here is the SAVE A LIFE VIDEO, directed by none other than Jay Will, it features Shaggy, Sean Paul, Christopher Martin, Luciano, Tessane Chin, Elephant Man, Etana and many more.

Well, who knew it was this dangerous to report the news. thanks to Illseed for linking me to this clip. I don't want to laugh at the pain of others but it is soooo funny.