CJ Kilawno Drops Mix Tape

CJ Kilawno

Fast rising dancehall artiste/ producer CJ Kilawno is upbeat about his recently released mix tape which was done by popular dancehall mix tape maestro DJ Kenny.

The mix tape is titled CJ Kilawno Presents the Flirting Drunk rhythm and features several songs from his Flirting Drunk rhythm project including, Bubble - by Spice & CJ Kilawno, Wine for Me -CJ Kilawno, Nu Trust - Crisopolis, Party Tun Up - Merrital, Haters A talk - Jami Dread, Don’t Leave - Hydal, Gal A Follow - Holonie, Star We - Dutti Luxury and Gash Dem - Mr. Sledge.

CJ Kilawno said he is very happy with the response to the rhythm project.

“As an artiste you have to be versatile and creative, you also have to understand how to network and market your career. This mix tape is another way to promote my music and give exposure to the artistes on my project. Since it was released a few weeks ago it has been getting a lot of love, a lot of people are downloading it on Sound Cloud,” said CJ Kilawno.

The hard working singjay is also working on a number of new projects.

“Being an artiste is a job that requires you to be always on the grind none stop. Right now I am working several new projects that will be released before the end of the year, some of them are solo projects and some of them are collabs. The fans are also going to get a lot of hot new rhythm projects from my Mosade Production label,” said the artiste.

All the songs on the Flirting Drunk rhythm are available on ITunes and all other leading internet music stores.

Fabian Marley Joins the Fight Against Domestic violence

Fabian Marley

While he’s not as famous as some his siblings Fabian Marley the eldest son of Reggae legend Bob Marley is keen on delivering his musical message to the world.

“I am the first son for Bob Marley, Ziggy and I was born the same year but of different mothers, I was born a few months before him.  Over the years I was never concerned about exposing myself to the world. I was more concerned about learning my craft, my father’s spirit is always around me and he has told me to rise up now, go forward and do the works. A lot of the elders from Trench Town know me and have guided me in the music and it’s time for the world to know me,” said Fabian Marley.

Fabian Marley has been involved with music since he was a child; his first foray into music came via the sound-system route in his early teen age years.

“Music has always been a part of my world, I grew up surrounded by music, by the time I was 13 I began deejaying on a sound-system called Lover’s Choice. When I was 16 I joined a band called Sounds of the Rainbow. From that point I got deeper in music, as I was fortunate enough to be able to be around the Skatalites. These great men of music taught me how to write and the compose music. Being around the Skatalites was a great experience.”

Fabian Marley is confident that his time to shine will come as long as he remains dedicated to his craft and continue to do the work he says his father has commanded him to do.

“As you know blood thicker than water, my brothers and I are close and I am happy for their success in music and I know in time we will work together, but right now, I have to do my works. My musical help comes from my team that Rastafari has formed for I. My team is composed of several people from Jamaica, Africa, Europe, the UK, the United States and Canada, people like Sandyu Sandstormz and All Fruits Productions,” said the artiste.

Fabian is currently working on the completion of an album titled Nature Valentine. So far he has released 3 singles off the album, Plant Some Peas, Island Jamaica and Nah Go Sey Mi Poor.

“The album is coming together nicely, it is scheduled to be ready before the end of the year. Right now we are promoting three singles off the album; these tracks are getting some good support right now from DJs all over the world.”

An accompanying music video for Plant Some Peas was recently released. The music video which was directed by Courtney Winter is currently enjoying strong rotation.

Also in the works for Fabian Marley are a number of overseas engagements in Canada and Uganda later this year.

Reggae music fans in Jamaica will get a chance to see him in action before he travels for his overseas engagements, as he is slated to perform at the White House Culture Jam on 17^th of August.

“I am booked to perform at the Whitehouse Culture Jam and I am really looking forward to this show because of what it represents. First of all it will take place on Marcus Garvey’s birthday, that’s of great significance for I and I. Secondly the show is being staged to raise funds to fight against domestic violence and I am happy to play my part in this fight. We must all do everything we can to bring about an awareness of the importance to stop domestic violence,” he said.

Bold 3 For Cayenne Beach Negril

Have you ever been to a party where free Black Berry phones were being given away every two hours? Sounds crazy, right!

Well Lamar Clan of LC Couture Fashions, the promoter of the biggest Black Berry party in Jamaica has been doing so since he kept his first Bold party in September 2012 in Negril. One of the main features of his parties, aside from great entertainment and décor is the Black Berry giveaways that place during the party.

“My parties are different in the sense that we are giving the patrons more than just entertainment for their money. When you attend Bold you have a chance of winning great prizes and a lot of people love that. Our events are about maximizing the party experience for our patrons,” said the promoter

He also added: “With every staging of Bold we intend to give away more phones and to increase the quality of our whole entertainment package. For our next staging Bold three we plan to kick things up a notch or two, it’s going to be a great event.”

The third installment of the hit party series will take place at the Cayenne Beach in Negril on Saturday August 10th. As usual party patrons familiar with the Bold concept can expect none stop fun and entertainment as there will be several contests such as Lick My Bandana competition, Beer Drinking competition and the Top Sheller of the Bar competition. Three Black Berry phones will be given away every two hours during the party.

Music will be provided by a host of popular selectors such as Kurt Riley, Jah Wayne, Crazy Chris, Jax intl., Party Chrushaz, Kwaku Vybz, Vybz Machine and DJ Rozee.

Sponsors for Bold 3 include LINKZ 96 FM, Snap Dat Photography, Black Inq, Hot A Road.Com and LC Couture Models.

Iestro Is On A Musical High

5 Stars Recording artiste Iestro is definitely on a musical high. The hard working cultural singjay is currently working on a number of projects including his long awaited debut album. The album that is being produced by Clifton Lawrence is slated to be completed before the end of the year.
“It's a good time for me in music right now, since the start of the year I have been very busy working on numerous projects. I have recorded a number of tracks, some of them will be a part of my album and some will be released as singles. The album is certain to be a very good one, the entire 5 Stars team is doing everything possible to make sure it comes out right,” said Iestro.
According to Clifton Lawrence, CEO of 5 Stars Recording, he believes that Iestro’s debut album will elevate him to a new level in the industry. 
“I strongly believe Iestro will move up in the game once this album is finished and released. It’s going to be magnificent, all the songs on it are exceptional, the artiste wrote and recorded them with a lot of creativity and passion,” said Mr. Lawrence.
Iestro is also enjoying much attention with the videos for his singles When the World Turns and Nah Ease Up. Both videos were directed by Karl Durrant and are currently enjoying strong rotation on local television stations such as HYPE TV, CVM PLUS and RE TV.
“I am really getting a lot of love for my latest videos, the fans seem to love them a lot, and they are getting good rotation on a number of stations. Almost every time I hit the streets someone comes up to me and give me a positive comment about the videos.”
Iestro is getting ready to drop the music video for his biographical single, The Story of My Life.
“The next video I plan to release is for a song that is very dear to my heart it’s called Story of My Life. This song chronicles my journey in the music business from day one right up to now. When we did the video we went all out to make sure it captured the true essence of the song, because I wanted it to be as realistic as possible, so the people can see where I am coming from,” said Iestro.

Prissy G Delivers Impressive Performance at Montego Bay Jerk Fest

Prissy G

Fast rising reggae songstress Prissy G is poised for great success in the music business.

She recently delivered an impressive performance at the Montego Bay Jerk Festival which was held at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Center in Montego Bay. Her performance from start to finish was very classy.

Performing songs such as Celine Dion’s I’m Alive along with her own originals: Lets Party, What’s Life, Baby Home and Earthquake she entertained the large audience that turned out for the annual event.

“I always try my very best to deliver a good performance for my audience and that’s what I did at the Montego Bay Jerk Fest. I could tell the people were really enjoying my performance based on their reaction to the songs I did. The energy between the audience and I was very high right throughout my act,” said the artiste.

Prissy G recently the shot of the video for her thought provoking single titled What’s Life.

“I recently shot the video for What’s Life, I can’t wait to see the finished product, it’s going to be wonderful. As usual I have to give props to the SSMC Media crew; they did a fantastic job with the production of the video. We filmed the video at some of the most scenic locations in Mobay including Pier 1, Freeport and Dump Up Beach. But most important of all is the story line of the video which depicts various aspects of life, as we view life on both sides of the fence,” said Prissy G.

The video is currently being edited and should be ready for release before the end of the month.

“As soon as the final edit is approved the video will be released. I’m so excited about it, I really want the fans to see it, I know they’re going to love it,” she said.

The video for her single called Lets Party is currently enjoying heavy rotation on a number of TV stations including HYP TV, CVM PLUS & E PLUS TV.