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Killing the prophets of Reggae
Submitted by Rasclot on Thu, 12/20/2007 - 14:34
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A intriguing article I found while surfing around checking with the other parts of the reggae world.
Rasclot-Grenada....
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Killing the prophets of Reggae
By Ikechukwu Ogu
ILOVE reggae music, especially songs by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Lucky Dube and count myself as a reggae fan. It was in the morning of Friday October 19, 2007. I was going to work on board our staff bus when I heard the news over the radio that Lucky Dube, the South African-born reggae musician, had died the previous day Thursday October 18, 2007! I peremptorily dismissed the news as untrue, hoping that it was either a reverie or I did not hear well. But it turned out to be true, for the sad news was repeatedly aired and soon became the topic of general conversation.
Ironically, the late Lucky Dube in one of his hit tracks lamented how evil forces were "killing the prophets of reggae". Alas! He, another prophet of reggae had fallen victim to the same fate in the hands of agents of evil. When the legendary Bob Marley died of cancer in 1981, most of his fans worldwide believed and still believe that there was more to his death than met the eyes. This suspicion of foul play is heightened when viewed against Marley's 1976 narrow escape from the assassins' bullets. In 1987, Peter Tosh, another reggae great was shot dead by three evil emissaries, two of whom were never caught. Lucky Dube is the latest casualty on the list of reggae musicians who lives have been cut short by agents of darkness...
Continue reading at guardiannewsngr.com
* Ogu, a legal practitioner, lives in Abuja.
New Zealand's reggae scene is emerging and expanding.
Submitted by Rasclot on Tue, 02/17/2009 - 16:36
Here is a podcast from dub session, a bad mama jamma of a site that is one of my favorite music sites on the web
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"The strange music booming and crackling from the speakers ripples the loose skin on your kneecaps. It sounds like the record is scratched beyond repair, but somehow it sounds good.
Sizzla Kalonji and Greensleeves release the Sizzla anthology
Submitted by Rasclot on Mon, 06/30/2008 - 08:52
In reggae news Sizzla has a new album out that takes a historical look at his career to this date.
MIRAMAR - On Tuesday, June 24 Greensleeves releases the essential Sizzla anthology, The Journey- The Very Best Of Sizzla, featuring the legendary sing-jay’s most cherished tunes, new bonus tracks, an exclusive DVD and deluxe packaging.
This musical voyage features 21 solid tracks including hits from the early ‘90s to present.
Jimmy Cliff Interview
Submitted by Rasclot on Wed, 06/04/2008 - 13:17
"Perhaps the greatest living Reggae Star, Jimmy Cliff was instrumental in introducing reggae to an international audience. Not only famous for his memorable music and energetic performances, the Jamaican-born legend is also renowned for his producing and acting skills (starring in the international hit movie The Harder They Come), and work on his own record label. Angus Taylor speaks to him about his
Hemp Biodiesel: When the Smoke Clears
Submitted by Rasclot on Fri, 02/01/2008 - 11:42
It seems that there must be some other reason that this strangely useful plant could meet so much resistance. One of the strongest cases for legalization of marijuana that there is. Hemp Biofuel.Read more....
BIODIESEL MAGAZINE
Reggae Rising 2008
Submitted by Rasclot on Sat, 01/05/2008 - 09:17
Just announced Reggae Rising will be on Aug. 1-3, artist lineup for 08 has not yet been completed,but stay tuned for more info.We'll let you know as soon as we hear something. Conscious Reggae team on the grind so you don't have to be....or for the more proactive Irieites subscribe to the rss feed here. Rasclot-Grenada from the bushes of Grand Etang,Rain Forest style. Big up to the group of uber conscious hipsters that came up with the Global Sympact.Consciousness abounds yall....
Reggae Rising
Reggae Festivals Guide
Submitted by Rasclot on Wed, 01/02/2008 - 15:15
A comprehensive list of Reggae Festivals for the 2008 season.Check link below.Reggae Festival Guide
Africa Unite-a documentry
Submitted by Rasclot on Wed, 01/02/2008 - 13:01
A documentary about the family of the late Bob Marley and their first trip to Ethiopia to attend the annual Africa Unite concert.The film blends on-the-street and behind-the-scenes footage with snippets of the 12-hour concert, attended by an estimated 350,000. It features performances by Lauryn Hill, Angelique Kidjo, reggae mainstays Bob Andy, Rita Marley and Marcia Griffiths, and several of Marley's children, including Ziggy, Damian, Stephen, Cedella, Julian and Ky-Mani.
Read More on Africa Unite Rasclot- Grenada
MARCH 1, 2008...15th ANNUAL CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL
Submitted by Rasclot on Wed, 01/02/2008 - 12:49
The 15th annual Caribbean Festival just announced Stephen Marley,Damian Marley, Julian Marley,also on the bill: Gentleman & The Far East Band! For more info
15th ANNUAL CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL
LUCKY DUBE’S RECORD LABEL, GALLO, MOURNS HIS TRAGIC LOSS
Submitted by Rasclot on Tue, 12/25/2007 - 11:49
The staff of Gallo Record Company are devastated by the news of the tragic passing of reggae legend Lucky Dube. Lucky was slain in an attempted hijacking in Rosettenville in Johannesburg Oct. 18th, at approximately 8pm, whilst dropping off his children at a family members house.
Although Lucky attempted to escape the scene, he had been fatally wounded from the hijacker’s attempt to steal his motor vehicle, and he died almost instantly.
Senseless and random, the death of Lucky Dube leaves a great void in the music industry, as 25 years of music suddenly ends in tragedy.
