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ISSUE #3

ETANATHE STRONG ONE

GRANDY NANNY

SAHRA INDIOAUNTIE REGGAE

RECYCLE HAWAI’I

SHUGA’S “EBONY”bonus TRAXJAH9

HEMPRESS SATIVA KELISSA SHUGA MIRIAM SIMONEZENNY

MADDY CARTY BRITISH REGGAE

RESPECT

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REBEL SALUTE 2014

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- William “Bunny Rugs” Clarke

Nicholas “Nico” Da SilvaFounder/Publisher

ISSUE #3 / MARCH 2014

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WILLIAM “BUNNY RUGS” CLARKE

REST IN PEACE, DEAR BROTHER!

FEBRUARY 6, 1948 FEBRUARY 2, 2014

Grandy NannyNanny of the Maroons

Sahra IndioAuntie Reggae

EtanaThe Strong One

KindahSistren

Danny CreatahWorld A Reggae

DoobieSoundFyah Watah Riddim

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GRANDY NANNYBy Kam-Au Amen

Nanny of the Maroons

I’ve thought for a while about the angle I would take to this story of Jamaica’s only heroine, Nanny

of the Maroons as she’s officially called, even while the Maroons of Jamaica often refer to her as

“Grandy Nanny” or “Queen Nanny”. As to why she is called “Nanny”, some have indicated that it

could be an Anglicization of the Asante title “Nana”, accorded to elders as an indication of respect.

There are hardly any new facts I can bring to Nanny’s legendary story, nevertheless I believe her

story has some significance for us in this time. At this point in our history we are called upon to

continue the African struggles in the Caribbean and the Americas for not only our survival but

also our prosperity as African people. The story of Nanny of the Maroons is one of survival and

this should be one of the key lessons we take away as we encounter her story; her triumphs and

her losses.

The accounts surrounding her are somewhat a mix of myth and fact that seek to give us insight

into why she did what she did, but there can be little doubt around the fact that her struggles were

about survival. That is, her survival and that of her community who found themselves marooned in

Jamaica, victims of the European slave trade, for the most part, if not explorers in their own right, as

professor Ivan Van Sertima has revealed to us in his own writings of the African presence in the

Caribbean and the Americas before Christopher Columbus.

“We’re the survivors, yes: the Black survivors!”BOB MARLEY, SURVIVAL

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Nanny, who was likely an ethnic Akan/Asante woman, was named a national hero in Jamaica in 1975,

a period when the post-colonial Caribbean nation was fighting to establish its own independent

identity. This was all part of a movement to reorient the young nation to the brave action of some

of its past freedom fighters, and to establish a pantheon of its own to challenge the heroes and the

values European enslavement and colonialism had left with its people. The success of these efforts

may still be debated. But, very few can argue against the fact that Jamaican ideas about the modern

world that were crystallized in the movements of Marcus

Garvey, Rastafari and some radical activists, have, through

Jamaican music, given the nation a distinctly international

African diaspora identity. Maybe this was not what Nanny

envisioned, but we know for sure that her struggles to

survive helped in making this reality possible.

According to the Jamaica Information Service’s website,

the official Jamaica government news agency, it declares

that, “Nanny was a leader of the Maroons at the beginning

of the 18th century. Both the Maroons and the British

settlers knew her as an outstanding military leader who

became, in her lifetime and after, a symbol of unity and

strength for her people during times of crisis. She was

particularly important to them in the fierce fight with the

British, during the First Maroon War from 1720 to 1739.”

Nanny, is described in this account as having “exceptional leadership qualities” and was physically a

“wiry woman with piercing eyes.” It documents that, “her influence over the Maroons was so strong,

that it seemed to be supernatural and was said to be connected to her powers of obeah. She was

particularly skilled in organizing the guerilla warfare carried out by the Eastern Maroons to keep

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away the British troops who attempted to penetrate the mountains to overpower them.”

Further, Grandy Nanny was also presented as “a type of chieftain or wise woman of the village, who

passed down legends and encouraged the continuation of customs, music and songs, that had come

with the people from Africa, and which instilled in them confidence and pride.” Her militancy has

been noted by her disagreement, “when Quao signed the second Treaty (the first was signed by

Cudjoe for the Leeward Maroons a few months earlier) with the British, ” as Nanny saw this move

as a form of subjugation. What seems very clear from all the accounts is that Nanny was relentless

in her struggle to maintain freedom and independence from British domination.

It is therefore quite understandable the reasons for making Nanny a national hero at the time when

the young Jamaican nation needed to make a bold statement about breaking away from colonial

domination and economic oppression. Having achieved political independence in 1962, the nation

still needed to make bold strides to show that it had its sovereign right to also determine its own

socio-cultural and economic destiny. I have argued elsewhere, that this sovereign self-determination

was more than the traditional resistance to enslavement and white domination, but more of a

struggle of survival and cultural projection to be themselves on their own African terms, which,

in reality, was the only terms they knew.

Resistance theory has got a lot of traction on this account, but I’ve been skeptical of its ability to fully

explain the entire African experience in the Caribbean. Particularly, since I believe that there were

many Africans in the West who were busy structuring their fractured lives in ways that they had

been familiar, and less so concerned about resistance. In other words, their lives in the West, rather

than being totally consumed by resistance to European oppression, were first continuations of their

African experiences, overlaid with new Caribbean and American experiences. The irony this position

reveals is that in that state of being the Africans knew, their position emerged as the greatest heights

of resistance that could be achieved. This brings to mind one of dub poet Mutabaruka’s timeless

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“The important thing then is to stay alive; If you do you will outlive your present annoyance… Besides, if you survive, who knows? It may be your turn to eat tomorrow. Your son may bring home your share.”

quotes: “the best way to preserve your culture is to live your culture”. There is hardly an argument

there against that in my view. Much may be made of the fact that Nanny happened to be a woman.

And, there is little doubt that an analysis of her impact may be pursued along gendered lines.

Influential matriarchs are not unusual figures in many West African societies and the influence of

the matriarch in modern Jamaican society continues to the present day, and sociological studies

of the day will attest. Therefore, it is only fitting that Nanny be included in Jamaica’s list of heroes,

and the truth be told, if power were balanced Nanny would likely not be the sole female in the list.

As we pause to consider the legacy of Nanny among the Maroons, the wider Jamaican society, and

our international brothers and sisters in the struggle to assert and live their African identity, we can

truly find empowerment in the legacy of Grandy Nanny. She recognized that it was important to

fight and to stay alive for the good of herself and her community. True to form, Nanny has proven

herself to be a leader of the black survivors. And maybe if Nanny were to say it her way, dispensing

her motherly advice, she would probably have expressed it like the writer Chinua Achebe in his book

A Man of the People:

Whatever the manner in which it is expressed, the message is clear. Stay alive, because our

prosperity will come tomorrow. Yes, we’re the survivors.

“Nanny of the Maroons” JIS, http://jis.gov.jm/heroes/nanny-of-the-maroons/“Nanny of the Maroons: History, Memory, and Imagery” by Kimberly Juanita Brown, Yale University http://www.yale.edu/glc/nanny.htm

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SAHRA INDIOBy Nicholas Da Silva

Auntie Reggae

I was first introduced to Sahra Indio’s music in 2010. At the time,

I was putting together the first in a series of reggae compilations to

accompany my Dread & Alive comic book series. I don’t remember

exactly how I came across her music, but I do remember the song that

caught my attention… Jah Fire! This reggae song was so infectious that

I knew it had to be included in the first release. After connecting with

Sahra, I began to listen to more of her music and soon discovered that

each of her songs told a story, one full of deep meaning and with a lesson

to be learned. And Jah Fire was no different. As I listened closely to the

chorus of Jah Fire, it made me want to seek the truth behind the song.

When I asked Sahra about the meaning behind the song, she quickly

informed me that the track had been written in a short time, fueled by

vexed emotions. She would go on to tell me that Jah Fire was a genuine

plea to Jah to heal us all from our insecurities so that we could truly be

unified! Sahra’s music does that to you. She makes you want to seek

the truth! But there’s more to Sahra Indio than her music. Known as the

Original Bush Mama, she lives off the grid in Hawaii and is considered a

sustainable reggae artists. I had the opportunity to meet up with Sahra

on my trip to Hawaii. After a little island hopping, we manage to meet up

in Kuaui to discuss her new role in life… Auntie Reggae!

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IRIE. Share with us the story behind the name Auntie Reggae?

The name Auntie Reggae came from a youth in the audience after a performance. In Hawaii, it’s

customary to address one older than you as Auntie, (pronounced Antie) or Uncle. The name suited

me perfectly and I started using, “Auntie Reggae,” for the school presentations. What a great name it

turned out to be! “Auntie Reggae,” brings a smile to everyone’s face and that’s always a good opening.

IRIE. In 2012, you joined Recycle Hawaii and began visiting schools to talk to students about the Zero Wast Concept and Sustainability. Can you tell us more about this?

Ke Ola Magazine, a magazine celebrating the arts, culture, and sustainability of the Hawaiian

Islands, featured me in an article highlighting my recycle arts and music. Recycle Hawaii saw the

article and contacted me. I was invited to come on board as a freelance artist for The Artists and

The Environment Presentations.

IRIE. What was the response from the students?

The response from students has been uniformly positive throughout the island. Their willingness

to learn about recycling, to participate in discussion, and create art, shows the overwhelming

positive response.

IRIE. As a musician, how do you incorporate music with your sustainability project?

At the end of the Artists & the Environment Presentation, I perform several songs from my

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repertoire dealing with recycling, anti-bullying and nature. The songs tell the story of Zero Waste,

positive living and being a good steward of the land. Using Reggae music, this combination is a

winner because Island kids love Reggae!

IRIE. You were approach by a school to collaborate on a music project. Tell us about the song and project.

Yes, after the performance of an Artists & the Environment Presentation at Connections High

School, one of the teachers approached me, asking if she could purchase the song ‘Recycle Hawaii,’ which sings about the cycle of life. I explained to her that I had written the song for the presentation

and that it hadn’t been recorded. She then suggested the idea of recording the song with the high

school students. That is how the first music project evolved.

IRIE. How do you see Hawaii as a recycling state?

The state of Hawaii is made up of several different islands and each island has its on administrative

rulings regarding recycling. Here on the Big Island of Hawaii where I live, the local government has

recently initiated a ban on the use of plastic bags. Organizations like Recycle Hawaii and others have

connections with local government and non-profits to participate in and create recycling programs.

IRIE. What is the Zero Waste School Initiative and how are you involved?

As the West Hawaii Zero Waste Coordinator for Recycle Hawai’i, I visit schools and try to initiate

a partnership between schools, clubs, and community events. By doing this, we educate the youth

about sound resource management and provide recycling opportunities and training.

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IRIE. What is Auntie Reggae Time?

Auntie Reggae Time encapsulates all that I do

in the school systems. The two main aspects of

Auntie Reggae Time is the presentations and

all that it incorporates. The second aspect of

Auntie Reggae Time, is an upcoming youth

friendly album. Simply put, I am Auntie Reggae

and I am here to Teach the Youth the Truth.

IRIE. Has Sahra Indio found her bliss?

Yes, I have found it through the youth and with

my affiliation with Recycle Hawaii. Through

Recycle Hawaii, I have the ability to be able

to enter the schools and stand in front of

hundreds of students and be Auntie Reggae.

To feel totally accepted for being me is where

the bliss kicks in.

IRIE. What’s on the horizon for Sahra Indio?

Besides working on the new album, I am gear-

ing up to get back on the festival circuit. I had

taken time out because of major renovations

taking place at our gates. Now, that the home

front is stabilized I’m refocusing on touring.

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I miss my fans and hope to see some of you this

festival season!  

IRIE. Is there anything you would like to add?

Yes. I’d like to add that empowerment of

the youth is of the upmost importance in

these times. I am calling out to Aunties

and Uncles worldwide to take time to share

your life’s experiences and skills with youths

around you.

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Generation Green TeamMiddle School 6th Graders of West Hawaii Exploratory Academy, Kailua-Kona

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My fathers says that when we are born, we come into the world

possessing two souls... a good soul and an earthly spirit. When we die, the

good soul leaves the body and ascends into heaven to be judged by the

Supreme Being. The earthly spirit, however, remains with the body for

several days. It is here that the earthly spirit, an unknowing energy force,

is most vulnerable. If the body is not properly honored and

buried, the earthly spirit can linger and escape.

Under the right circumstances, its shadow might take form as a duppy,

which is sort of like a ghost, but empty of the personality and memories of

the dead. Once this happens, the duppy will wander the earth. And that’s

not good. Some duppies are confused and harmless, but most duppies

are malicious spirits. Unseen by the normal person, they rest during the

day and come out at night to haunt the living. And if an Obeahman, a

sorcerer of black magic, gets hold of a duppy, he can use his malignant

magic to make the duppy cause great harm or even death to the living...

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These are the opening lyrics to Etana’s classic

tune, ‘Don’t Forget’ and serves as my lead-in to

her music. I remember the first time I heard

the music of Etana. A friend of mine knew I

listened to a lot of roots reggae music but the

artists were usually men. She felt it was time

for me to listen to some of the women who also

sang roots reggae music. Sure I listened to

Marcia Griffith, Rita Marley, Judy Mowatt, and

Sister Carol but did not listen to any updated

roots reggae artists that were women. I have

been a fan of Etana since that faithful day in

2009 my friend introduced me to her beautiful

voice filled with inspirational messages.

Shauna McKenzie (Etana) was born in 1983

in the Jamaican parish of St. Andrew within

Kingston, Jamaica. St. Andrew was also the

home of Studio One which launched some of

the greatest reggae musicians and artists of

all time including The Skalalites, The Wailers

(Bob, Peter, and Bunny), Marcia Griffiths, Burning Spear, Alton Ellis, Lee “Scratch” Perry, and Dennis Brown among others. Etana attended school

in Jamaica until her family moved to Florida in

1992. Her singing career began as a member

of the girl group GIFT, an act signed that was

signed to Universal Records. However, Etana

did not feel comfortable presenting herself

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“Are you pleased with what you see? When you look inside your mirror are you truly, truly happy?

You need to ask yourself these questions. Cause if you not then, I would advise you to stop from living a lie.”

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wearing revealing clothing while pursuing the creative direction the

group was headed. She instinctively quit the group and returned to

Jamaica to pursue entrepreneurship. Etana displayed for Universal

that she was a woman only wishing to stay focused on who she was;

not willing to sell her soul in the interest of fame or money. That path

to her destiny was not for her.

Music still kept singing a sweet melody in her ear. In 2005 Etana became

the backup singer for Richie Spice. She was initially hired to sing backing

vocals for one performance but she ended up singing backup for the

veteran reggae artist an entire year. Etana’s powerful voice propelled

music executives to encourage her to record a solo project. She went on

to record her first hit single, ‘Wrong Address’, which centered on the

discrimination people can face based on where they live when seeking

employment. Etana longed to make music that could inspire the next

generation. Remember when you used to sing the lyrics to your favorite

songs growing up. Imagine the power of a child singing lyrics filled with

education and motivation instead of music with no message. Etana’s

desire to sing lyrics that had the power to uplift tomorrow’s leaders

helped inspire her to pursue a solo career. ‘Wrong Address’ was released

in 2006 and there was not stopping her from there. Her first hit single

was well received by Jamaican and Caribbean radio stations as the

song was played in heavy rotation. The single went number one on the

reggae music charts. Etana released her next hit single, ‘Roots’, after

the sweeping success of ‘Wrong Address’. This hit single encouraged the

youth to stay true to their culture. Etana was making a statement to the

world; her music will be filled with inspiration, education, and truth.

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Etana’s debut smash album, ‘The Strong One’, was released in 2008 to widespread acclaim.

The album won album of the year at the

International Reggae & World Music Awards as

well as other deserving accolades. ‘The Strong One’ was introduced to me at a pivotal time

in my life. When I first listened to ‘The Strong One’, in early 2009, I was looking for music by

women with a message. The type of music that

can inspire a revolution among women all over

the world. The music by female artists that

saturated the airwaves and YouTube were

not filled with much substance as far as I was

concerned. I did have artists like Ms. Lauryn

Hill, Jill Scott, but I was hungry for more. From

the outset of ‘Don’t Forget’ I knew I found what

my soul was yearning for, beautiful music that

wet my appetite for knowledge and truth.

‘The Strong One’ reminded me of another one

of my favorite albums, ‘Who is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Volume 1’ by Jill Scott. Just as that

album opened my mind to the possibilities

of what real love felt like, ‘The Strong One’

introduced me beautiful music fueled with a

message of empowerment. I began to research

who was the woman behind the powerful voice.

What I found was a woman who embodied

the name of the name of her album. Here was

a woman who was expressing her thoughts,

her views, and her vision to the world on her

terms. Here was a woman who was the true

embodiment of strength and courage. Etana

represents an angel on my shoulder reminding

me of my own power. When I look at videos for

her music, it further drives home her message

to the public. Etana was not only singing about

accepting our culture; she is showing us as

well. Her videos expressed that we must

accept and live our lives because the gift of life

is a blessing. Etana does this while presenting

herself as a queen. Beautiful, confident, yet

fully clothed a shining example for women and

young girls everywhere. The message, you can

be beautiful just by being yourself. Embrace

your reflection you see in the mirror. Look at

the mirror and smile at natural beauty, your

essence. When looking at yourself realize you

have an inner power and always hold your head

up high. Etana helps to balance the example our

young people see of womanhood and wisdom

amidst all of the images of sexualized images

on represented in the media.

Etana brought her voice and grace while

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performing for audiences all over the world,

including South Africa and Gambia. She was

selected by the Johannesburg and Jamaican

governments to perform at South Africa’s Arts

Alive Festival. Etana also performed at reggae

music biggest festivals including Irie Jamboree

in Queens, NY and Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica.

In 2011, Etana brought her audience another

gift by releasing her album ‘Free Expressions’.

This album release also included one of my

favorite songs from her, ‘Free’. “Every day I rise

on a prayer, that’s what I got to take me though.

I know one day I can and I will free myself from

everything that holds me captive.” We would all

like to free ourselves from whatever is holding

us hostage from happiness. Whether that is

forgiveness, self-love, or anything else, we all

wish to release ourselves so that we have the

ability to be happy. ‘Free Expressions’ told me

to free to live my life without thinking about

how others would interpret my actions or how

I expressed myself. ‘People Talk’ told us to not

let people get you down, focus on yourself.

‘Free Expressions’ expanded Etana’s fan base

while she continued to provide her audiences

with messages of empowerment. Etana took

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heavier burden than others. The opening line

to, ‘Spoken Soul’, reinforced that we have to

leave yesterday’s challenges behind and face a

new day. It’s okay to say goodbye to life’s trials,

we can leave them behind because we have to

move forward.

Etana’s gift for songwriting has blessed me in

so many ways. With Etana’s music you will

inevitably be enraptured by the magnificence

of her lyrics and her powerful voice. You will

have no choice but to sing along to insightful

lyrics filled with nothing but positivity and love.

The album ‘Better Tomorrow’ resonates with

the audience long after you hear it. The song

‘Reggae’ drew me to reflect on why I love

reggae music as much as I do. I believe reggae

music is a life force that has the capability to lift

souls and save lives. I play this music every day

of my life to stir inspiration and to fill me with

the songs of a better tomorrow.

I recently got a chance to speak with Etana

about her daughter inspiring a song on the

album, her first performance in Gambia and

her balancing motherhood with her career.

Here is our conversation with The Strong One.

even more control of her music on this album

by writing twelve of the fourteen songs on her

own. Etana wrote songs and guided the vision

of ‘The Strong One’ but this album took her

writing to new heights. I know I can always

depend on Etana to sing lyrics filled with an

uplifting message whenever she releases a

single or album and I got exactly that with

‘Free Expressions’.

Etana’s third studio album was produced

by one producer. She worked with multiple

producers her previous albums but for ‘Better Tomorrow’ Shane Brown had the honor as the

projects sole producer. ‘Better Tomorrow’

displayed her more evolved and songwriting

and more cohesive sounding album from

beginning to end. The album opened to yet

another profound lyric. Whenever a new

Etana project is announced, I always anticipate

the opening lyric to the album. I visualize

Etana putting careful thought to the opening

lyric she wanted to greet her audience.

On the song, ‘Spoken Soul’, Etana speaks

the following lyric, “moving ahead from my

struggles of yesterday.” We all face our own

trials and tribulations. Some may seem a

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IRIE. You featured a baby’s cry on the track ‘Till You Get Old (Life’s Gift)’. I understand you discovered you were pregnant with your daughter during the production of the album. Was your decision to include this element to the song inspired by you think-ing of the eventual birth of your daughter?

The song ‘Till You Get Old’ was inspired by me

being with child.  But the childbirth idea was

the producers touch. He felt it completed the

story. The song was produced by the NY,

“Rellee A Team”.

IRIE. How did it feel for you to perform in Gambia as your first solo performance?  

Junie Star came to me when I only had like

two popular songs and said, “I’m gonna take

you to Africa”.  I asked her how could I go

to Africa without a catalog and she said,

“don’t worry, you’re gonna go.” When I landed

in Africa for the first time, I was happy to

not feel like I was entering a strange land.  

I remembered the immigration officer just

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opened the Jamaican passport and stamped six months. No questions. When I stepped out,

I looked around for a long time at the attire of the people, the smell of the air, the clay roads, the

faces of the people to find myself in them. It was a happy experience. Of all the places I have ever

been, Gambia is my favorite.  The show was interesting and amazing. I remember when coming off

the stage the people were trying to touch my hair, my clothes, anything they could grab on to. I cried,

they cried. They didn’t know my songs but I had all the time to teach them since I ended up closing

the show. It was a wonderful experience. 

IRIE. If you could whisper advice to the Etana who had her first solo show in Gambia, what would you say?  

I would say, “There is nothing to be afraid of” because I was so worried about performing after Queen

Rita Marley.  I would tell her “Africa is home, just relax” and I would have stayed a little longer. Lol!

IRIE. I love your collaboration with Luciano, I Will.  Tell us how that collaboration came about.

I remember Luciano going through an ordeal when it was said he allowed a friend to stay in his

house who was wanted by the cops and the friend fired back at the police. It was almost as if the

world forgot who Luciano was and never cared about anything he did. I thought of him and wrote

the lines, “I will always, always be rising”... Because life continues and you can only break if you break

yourself inside.

IRIE. ‘Wrong Address’.  What are your thoughts on your first hit single today?  

Ron Muchette came to Fifth Element to listen to a Richie Spice song. He was called into a meeting

to give opinion.  He asked if they had music from me and he was told it’s not the time and he said he

wouldn’t leave until he heard my songs.  They played it and he decided he wanted ‘Wrong Address’

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alongside the Richie Spice song of his choice.  When they wouldn’t give him the song he said well,

“I am not leaving without it”.  Lol! When he first played that song I thought it didn’t do it for him but

by summer of 2007, ‘Wrong Address’ became one of the most popular songs in Jamaica.

IRIE. I absolutely love your song ‘Reggae’.  When I think of reggae music I think about the power of reggae music.  I believe the music has the power to lift the soul of anyone who truly sits down and listens to the lyrics in the music.  What are your thoughts about this statement?

I agree and I am happy you feel that way.  ‘Reggae’ was written like a love letter to Reggae music.  

Like making love to every instrument.

IRIE. You are not only an amazing musician but a wife and mother.  I am always amazed by the strength and power of mothers.  How does it feel to have a beautiful family and also pursue your passion?

It’s not easy but I just do it like Nike. I love Reggae Music and I love my family so the two goes hand

in hand.

IRIE. I have been a fan since ‘The Strong One’ thru ‘Better Tomorrow’.  I love the positiveaura you present to the world.  I feel like it is the responsibility of parents to raise their children but how does it feel to be a role model for women and young girls?

I didn’t ask to be a role model.  However I do try my best to live my life as a growing, learning spirit

doing positive things to get all the colors of my aura, my rainbow right.  I love to inspire and share

where I can because I know I won’t be here forever in this flesh but the legacy I leave behind must

be of value for generations to come.

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IRIE. One of my favorite songs is ‘Free’.  What inspired you to write this beautiful song?

There was so much going on in my life.  There was a war going on in August town. My relatives

weren’t able to go home.  I was going through a change of management a host of other things that

made me stronger today.  But at the time my pain and their pain came right out in this story.  I walked

in the studio and say Kemar Flava McGregor playing the track and I started to write.  I was so

emotional but I wrote the song in about five to ten minutes.

IRIE. I have always supported and admired women in reggae music. It took strength and courage for women to record and fight for the right to express their vision for themselves as artists. What would like to say to the women in the history of reggae music who paved the way for you?

I’d say, the race is not for the swift but for who can endure. I am grateful for each and every one of

them who fought even a little to create the space for women in reggae music because it sure is a very

small one. As one person I am heard but reggae is known as , “The reggae boys club”.  Lol! Ladies, we

have come a far way but we still have a long way to go. Perfect respect and love to all of you.

IRIE. You are now recording your 4th solo album. Are there any details you would like to share with the audience?

This album is a lot forward in lyrics and vocals. It’s hard and it’s reggae. Very little fusion of other

genres. It makes you want to move but the message is always in the music. My favorite tracks so

far are ‘On My Way’, ‘How Long’, ‘I Rise’ and a few others. I may as well say the whole album. This one

is special.

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ISLAND STAGEWhere the Islands Come to Play

Susan Underwood

Island Stage was founded in 2008 by Empress Susan Underwood with

the vision of providing a platform for emerging artists to showcase their

music. Throughout the past six years, the brand has evolved into much

more! The inaugural issue of Island Stage Magazine was released in

December 2013 and issue 02 is set to release on March 27, 2014.

In April, Island Stage Magazine will release a special 420 with Ziggy

Marley gracing the cover along with a conversation with him on his

recent Grammy win, the new EP “Fly Rasta” and much more!

Issue 01 of the magazine featured Protoje, an international reggae

rising star and part of the revival movement. Jah9 adorns issue 02, a

tribute to women in the arts. Issue 03, releasing in July, 2014 will pay

tribute to the legacy of one of the greatest reggae artists from South

Africa, Lucky Dube.

Island Stage Magazine wants to be known for it’s rich and provocative

content. “It is not to be considered an entertainment publication”

Susan told us. Her vision for the magazine is to showcase people, not

just in the reggae music industry, but people from all walks of life who

are making a positive impact on their communities.

“Artists come in many forms” Susan tells us in fact, everyone is an artist

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in some form or fashion, they just might not

realize that yet.” Susan goes on to say that

there are innovative creators out there who

need to be recognized. In music, you have a

lot of people behind the scenes who never get

recognized for their contributions. The visual

artists, clothing designers, attorneys, publicists,

promoters, producers, engineers as well as

culinary artists. The list goes on and on.

“There is a movement happening; an awaken-

ing” Susan told us. “ it’s constant, but there are

moments in time where the energy is flowing

just right. That time is now and Island Stage is

honored to be a part of that flow.”

Subscriptions to Island Stage Magazine are

free. Although you do not have to subscribe to

read the magazine, only subscribers will have

special access to free gear and give-a-ways.

father of her children and biggest supporter,

Gary. In 2007, Susan made the decision to walk

away from what she and many others refer to

as ‘The Babylon System’, to pursue a dream.

Not realizing yet the details surrounding this

dream, Susan created and trademarked

Island Stage.

A lover of World Music,

Susan’s love of Reggae in

particular began at the

age of 17. In 1979 at the

Santa Barbara Bowl,

Susan attended a Bob

Marley and The Wailers

concert where she met Bob briefly that day,

and had no idea how that experience would

impact her life. While the ever evolving website

www.island-stage.com has been around since

2008, Susan finally published the first issue

of Island Stage Magazine December 2013,

highlighting Reggae, Revival and Rising Stars.

Issues 02-06 are already in the works and will

expand to cover and highlight World Music.Susan Underwood spent 25 years working in

corporate America, from entry to director level.

She had the ‘climb the corporate ladder’ dream,

and Susan ‘made this climb’ all while raising a

family with her long time love, her husband,

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Old school blues improvisation, meets hard hitting lyrical prowess, in a

rich imaginative blend of vocal clarity and complexity. She sings with a

voice that belies the dimensions of her physical body, from a soul much

older than its current vessel. Her philosophy is profoundly spiritual, and

her style is Jazz on Dub. Her style is Jazz on Dub. She is Janine ‘Jah9’

Cunningham, the third and final addition to the ministry of Reverend

and Mrs. Cunningham. Her mission and music are inspired by a resolute

reverence, and a determination to inspire and uplift mind and soul.

She spent her childhood in Trelawny, a rural parish on Jamaica’s west

coast, rooted in traditional values and a rich cultural heritage. Upon

moving with the family to the dog eat dog world of Kingston city life,

the innocent writing of a curious youngster transformed into the

indignant battle cries of a defiant revolutionary.

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“Music, if not to give praise unto the Most High, give comfort to the spirit and share truth, would be for vanity, selfish ambition and inevitably

amount to naught. So I sing for the King.”JAH9

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Growing up, Jah9 was taught, by example,

about Christ as a consciousness, more so than

a fearsome man on high who would one day

render judgment. Then in University, she not

only began her love affair with the heavy

basslines and steady drum beats of Dub

and Roots music, but also with the teachings

of His Majesty. Her evolution was gradual

but intensified consistently, resulting in the

inevitable surrender of financial security and

a “prized” place among Jamaica’s corporate

community to the guiding principle of her

calling, toward the Kingdom. Now, as a woman,

instead of the slaughtered Lamb, the preacher’s

daughter hails the Conquering Lion, the Christ

with a new name, Haile Selassie I.

Jah9 has refined her craft over decades of

singing on every choir available to her. She has

also been a staple on Jamaica’s underground

poetry and live music scenes. Her vocals

resonate with a blend of textures – the emotion

of Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, with the

sharp cutting edge of Sizzla Kalonji, on top of

heavy Dub rhythms akin to Augustus Pablo

and King Tubby. The resulting signature sound

has led to collaborations with platinum selling

producer Donovan Bennett of Don Corleon

Records, Sheldon Bernard, and living legend

Beres Hammond of Harmony House Music.

Jah9’s debut album - New Name - is her labour

of love, a declaration of truth and her testimony

of the journey toward self-actualization. The

product of a great synergy with renowned

Producer and now faithful friend, Rory ‘Stone

Love’ Gilligan, New Name is proof that another

servant of truth & light has discovered and

accepted her mission.

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“OH LALALA-THE WEED THING” is Hempress Sativa’s call to legalize

and decriminalize marijuana, a social issue that deeply touches her heart

and consciousness. Her moral fiber is strongly influenced and deeply

rooted in the Rastafarian livity, with marijuana as an important part of

the social fabric of Hempress Sativa’s culture. The incarceration of

people worldwide has inspired Hempress Saliva’s mission to educate

people about the healthy uses of marijuana. With music as her platform

to deliver a global message, ‘The Weed Thing’ was recorded.

Kerida Johnson known as Hempress Sativa was born to Rastafarian

parents Doris-Ray Johnson and legendary Jamaican Selector/Musician

Albert ‘Ilawi Malawi’ Johnson of the Jah Love Sound System. It was her

exposure to music at home that sharpened her skills and has manifested

today in her expressive writing and delivery.

Hempress Sativa commands the attention and respect of her audience

based on her fiery performances, with an uncanny ability to keep all

listening as they absorb her every word, every rhyme.

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Hempress Sativa, who has been performing since the age of 13, with

lyrics spiritedly influenced by her Rastafarian culture, as conveyed in

her song ‘Judgement’ in which she begins by chanting ‘No More Illusion, Rastafari is real’ …. Her music although generally rooted in traditional

reggae rhythms, also at times, crosses genres and may reflect traces of

Rhythm and Blues, African and even Hip-Hop influences as evident in

the Anthem ‘Jah Have Mi Back’. Singles such as ‘Get High’ and ‘Children of the Emperor’ have been creating a buzz both locally and internationally,

exemplifying her musical agility as a melodic singer and a lyrically skilled

Chantress. Hempress Sativa lists her musical favourites as Sade, Sister

Carol and Ijahman Levi, to name a few.

Dubbed ‘Hempress Sativa: Your Highness’, she intends on premiering

her album to be titled ‘UnconqueRebel Lioness’ which is slated for the

first quarter of 2014. With the success of her single and video for ‘Ooh La La - The Weed Thing’ she is in high gears as preparation is being made

to kick off her West Coast tour in March 2014.

An artiste to definitely watch, after electrifying performances at

Rebel Salute 2013, Reggae Sumfest 2013, Bob Marley Week celebrations

2013 at Emancipation Park, The Independence Day Street Dance 2013,

Wickie Wackie Live, Rebel Salute 2014 and Live From Kingston to name

a few.

Listen out for her latest single ‘Kushite Love’ produced by UTH Music JA.

Hempress Sativa is an extraordinary young talent, propelling Jamaican

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Raised in the inspirational hills of St. Andrew, Jamaica, Kelissa

developed a natural inclination for music largely influenced by a

Rastafari and reggae upbringing. With parents as lead vocalists in

the original reggae band ‘Chakula,’ creation and appreciation of

music were constant features in her home. At an early age Kelissa

participated in a children’s music group where she learned to play

different instruments and was introduced to the world of performing

through vocal, instrumental and drumming ensembles. Her interest

in music was reinforced at home where she absorbed her parents’

rehearsals and created productions with her siblings.

In 2006, Kelissa sojourned with her music to Africa where, during

extended periods in Tanzania, Ethiopia and Ghana, she had multiple

opportunities to broaden her musical scope. While attending the

University of Ghana she studied traditional drumming, xylophone and

dance. During her time in Africa, she expanded her musical abilities by

teaching herself the guitar and collaborating with several musicians

and producers, and performing on multiple occasions.

Kelissa also spent extended periods in California, USA where her college

curriculum was heavily involved with music. She was an avid member of

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the ‘world percussion’ and ‘Brasilian’ ensembles,

participated in the college choir and gained

exposure on music production and studio

recording. As co-founder of Black Arts and

Cultural Dance (BACD) group on campus,

Kelissa created a platform that facilitated her

on-going interaction with different audiences

and talented young performers from across the

world. Kelissa’s unique background and rich

international experiences have influenced

her music by coloring it with diverse sounds,

insightful messages and captivating

performances.

Kelissa currently resides in Jamaica and contin-

ues to make music her central purpose. Since

returning to Jamaica, ‘Anbessa Productions’

teamed up with ‘Zinc Fence Records’ to produce

her first Extended Play (EP) project ‘Rebel In Disguise,’ which was first released during her

first tour of Africa. In August 2012, Kelissa

returned to Africa with two filmmakers as part

of the ‘50 Days in Afrika’ initiative. The Trio

travelled to 6 countries (Nigeria, Ghana,

South Africa, Tanzania, Ethiopia & Kenya) to

document the thriving arts industries on the

continent. The tour featured multiple

performances by Kelissa in each country,

reinforcing her musical foundation in Africa

and harnessing cultural exchange. Kelissa was

the first Jamaican to perform at the annual

‘Felabration’ festival in Nigeria and shot her

first music video for the tour’s theme song

‘Afrika.’ This experience provided her

with many performance and production

opportunities that enhanced her exposure

in Africa and added to her musical inventory.

Since then, Kelissa has made significant

headway in her musical career, keeping true

to her mission. She has been featured on

several major concerts in Jamaica such

as Rebel Salute and Reggae Sumfest. Her

collaboration with ‘ZincFence Records’

extended to the international stage where she

served as the opening act for Chronixx in

Tobago as well as his tours in England and the

East Coast of USA. She has also collaborated

with several producers to release singles such

as ‘Natural’ and ‘Slow Down’ enhancing her

interaction with the masses. Kelissa’s soulful,

rootsy and world beat music continues to

provide a reservoir of her life experiences

that is driven by her passion to uplift and

inspire others.

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Mitzie Campbell has music running through her veins from a young age.

Her dreams of becoming a singer began in 2003 after graduating from

the Herbert Morrison Technical High School.

Working hard to balance the duties of a mother and a growing career

as an artiste, she started out doing regular gigs in her hometown,

Montego Bay, until later settling down to a full-time job as a cabaret

singer at the Coral Cliff on the Hip Strip. Mitzie won the hearts of

tourists and Montegonians while building her name as a reputable

backup singer, working for Daville in 2005 then shortly after working

with her mentor, Tanya Stephens.

Travelling with Tanya gave Mitzie the opportunity to hone her craft

while touring Europe in 2007 and 2008 and performing in places such

as Gambia and Tanzania in Africa.

In 2009, Mitzie became Brown Shuga, the Digicel’s Rising Star winner,

making local appearances as a female solo artist, holding her own in

a male dominated industry. Boasting a strong voice and a sultry

smooth character, she represents the next generation of Reggae

and Dancehall stars.

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In 2011, Brown Shuga changed her stage

moniker to ‘Shuga’ and signed with one of

Jamaica’s top hit making producer, Donovan

Germain, from Penthouse Records. Since

then, Shuga has worked with producers

Donovan Germain (Penthouse), Computer

Paul Henton of Boot camp Records and

Sly and Robbie to churn out hits such as

‘Complicated Love’, ‘9.58’, ‘Give my soul to Jah’,

‘Bun den down’ and her 2014 Black history

month tribute, ‘Ebony’.

Constantly growing, stretching and exploring

her abilities, this sultry soulstress is a gap in the

industry. Shuga and her management team plan

to release her debut album in 2014, and she’s

only just begun.

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MIRIAM SIMONE

Miriam Simone is one of Europe’s hottest up-coming female Reggae

artists, hailing from Amsterdam and Surinam. To-date she has released

four music videos, and several singles, performed at major Reggae

events, collaborated and shared stages with some of Reggaes

biggest artists.

At the age of four Simone started to sing. She was influenced by

Gospel, Soul and Reggae music. At the age of thirteen she sang with

several bands and church choirs in Amsterdam. As a young adult

(eighteen years old) she joined a Reggae/ Hip-Hop group called

Postmen, as a background singer, where she honed her vocal skills.

She later joined a Dutch group called Dredda Youthz, where she

rocked on several tunes that were major hits in Surinam. One of

these songs were entitled ‘Uma no Krey’. This was merely the

beginning of Simone’s career.

In 2010, Simone decided to launch her solo career. She then

co-founded the music label Dredda Records. In July, 2012,

she release her debut EP entitled ‘Follow My Dreams.’

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This EP included the singles, ‘Disappointed’

and ‘You Know How To Love’, produced by

Bobby ‘Digital’ Dixon, with whom she is

currently working on her debut album. The

singles received high rotation on Jamaican

television and cable networks, including

Hype TV, CVM TV and RE TV. Radio stations

in Jamaica, such as Irie FM, Hitz 92 FM and

Roots FM also welcomed the Dutch/Surinam

singer with open arms.

Her single, ‘Disappointed’, won the What’s the

Verdict award for best online international

song of 2012 on Roots FM (Jamaica).

To-date, Simone has shared stages with some of

the most renowned Reggae artists in the world,

such as Sizzla, Chronixx, Jah 9, Tarus Riley and

I octane and performed at major events such

as Capleton’s show St Mary We Come From,

Trenchtown Rock, Tarrus Riley & Friends, along

with several other shows in Jamaica, Surinam

and Amsterdam. She has also collaborated with

Jamelody, Fyakin and has unreleased songs

with Sizzla and Capleton.

In March 2013 Simone released the single

‘Dem A Chat’, accompanied by a music video and

she released her latest project; a Mixtape also

entitled Dem A Chat.

After holding the no. 1 position for 6 weeks on

Suriname’s national radio station ‘Srs’ with

‘Dem a Chat’, she gained a lot more recoqnition

and attention. Miriam Simone is ready to take

it to the next level, 2014 will be the year of

her debut album, so be on the look out for this

roots daughter!

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Born on December 16, 1984, Zenny grew

up in St. Ann, Jamaica, Parish of Bob Marley,

Marcus Garvey, Burning Spear, and Shaba

Ranks. Always a lover of music, dance, sports,

fashion, films and entertainment, she was

raised in a rural environment called ‘Farm Town’

where patriotism, and an appreciation of au-

thentic roots and culture were encouraged.

The household supported the sharing of ideas

and the interplay of different philosophies and

ways of thinking. Zenny later travelled and

lived overseas to learn different cultures and

languages, spending time in Germany, Spain &

the United States of America. Zenny’s music is

inspired by her upbringing & her daily realities.

“I basically write to contribute to the quality of

peoples lives, my own and our reality.” Music

is someone’s story or an imaginary creation of

what could be,” Zenny is now working with her

own record label Zenny Muzik Records, Lee

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Milla Productions & Universal Music Publishing

in Europe to hone her musical skills.

Her singing style varies between the gruff

‘rude gal’ ‘Rebel’ when she is chatting/mc-ing,

to whip cream-smooth vocals when singing

soul, pop and Reggae tunes. An admitted

multi-tasker, Multi personality, Zenny is

equally comfortable in stilettos on the runway

at an haute couture show in Paris or Milan,

walking in the streets filming celebrity

personalities for documentaries, as well as

wearing Jeans and Pumas in a small studio

in Kingston. “I am down to earth, witty,

humorous, rebel yet sophisticated. That’s a

simple description. I have enjoyed being an

international model, now I currently enjoy

being in the studio recording/producing,

performing on stage, or doing some production

work,” she says with a Cunning smile.

Zenny’s eclectic musical influences come from

her childhood, listening to the greats of the

early 60s, 70s and 80s, a time span that hails

the heyday of funk, soul, reggae, R & B and

disco. Zenny also admires the work of modern

stars such as Sade, Indie Arie, Toni Braxton,

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Erykah Badu, Mary J Blige, and Alicia Keys,

along with giants such as Bob Marley, James

Brown, Michael Jackson, Patti Labelle, Marcia

Griffiths & Tanya Stephens, to name a few. As

she settles down in her musical career, we can

expect nothing less than greatness from this

multi-talented artist.

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A young female artist who the world should take note of is Maddy Carty, having recently received

support from Sir David Rodigan MBE, Maddy is building a solid fan base every day! South London-

born singer/songwriter Maddy Carty is an ex-BRIT School student, in the same school year as Adele

and Jessie J. Maddy went on to study composition and performance at Leeds College of Music and

after graduating, she headed back to London to form her own band. Maddy’s new single is one of my

favourite releases of the year, an amazing vibe and a feel good tune. Maddy wrote her new single

Get It Right, using samples from the classic Skatalite’s track Naked City. The single is produced by

Benjamin Hickmott, aka Pepper Sleeves.

Maddy derives her inspiration from the likes of Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and

Van Morrison. Maddy writes all her own material, which is becoming a rarity every day. She has

performed at top London venues including Ronnie Scott’s Bar, the Troubadour in Earls Court and

the Hootananny. Maddy’s debut album is released in 2014, and is set to send a signal to the world

that British reggae is much alive!

British reggae needed a kick-start. There is so much undiscovered talent not reaching airtime

from the big corporations and musical ‘bosses’, creating more pressure on reggae as a genre to

become niche despite it being world renowned. By The Rivers, I feel, have started the birth of a

new generation, with acts such as Maddy Carty & By The Rivers coming through the ranks. 2014

is set to be an incredible year for Reggae & Ska with the young blood picking up the guitars, drums

& Saxophones. Watch this space.

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Max RomeoRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Peter MetroRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Wayne MarshallRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Exco LeviRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

ChamRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

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The WailersMelkweg 2013 Amsterdam Cannabis Cup

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Spanner BannerRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Terry LinenRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Duane StephensonRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

NesbethRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Jah BouksRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Israel VibrationSundance Eindhoven Holland

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Horace AndyRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

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Bob AndyRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Christopher EllisRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

Dalton HarrisRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

John HoltRebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

RC (Righteous Child)Rebel Salute 2014 | Priory, St. Ann Jamaica

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Welcome to the Riddims section. Irie has teamed

up with DoobieSound to bring you our take on the

Dubplate Special. Here’s how it works:

Every other month, Irie will provide an exclusive

track that you can download and use to create your

own version of the dubplate. Once your done, you

can upload your submission on our website for

consideration to be featured on Irie Trax, the

music side of Irie Mag.

To download this month’s featured Irie Riddim,

“Fyah Watah Riddim”, visit the url below and click on

the download link.

http://www.iriemag.com/riddims

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IRIE would like to thank the following people who helped make this issue a success. Without their efforts, IRIE would not be possible.

Heather Cameron, Danny Creatah, Maliika Walker, Lee Abel, Giovanna Guimarães, Susan Underwood, Liam Monaghan, Lulú Solares, DoobieSound, Island Stage, Third World, Gail Zucker and World A Reggae!

Nuff Respect!