This is one of my earliest credite pieces for the Observer
The Right Moment
-Sudio Art offers a look at the past
I am about midway through a conversation withthe urbane harclyde Walcott of Studio Art when her recalls
that it was one year ago to the day thatthe gallery, the only art gallery dedicated to photography,
opened its doors. "We should have had some wine or something"h e quips, not without a sense of gratification.
Indeed, Walcott, who along with photographer/owner Peter Ferguson, manages the gallery, has good reason to
celebrate. Within that 12-month span, Studio Artneatly tucked in among a plethora of office and commercial
suites along Old Hope Road, has made a clearly discernible impact on a gallery scene almost relentlessly
dominated by apinting
Friday, May 19, 2006
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Every Little Thing #5
The metrosexual male: looking good. and proud of it
All Woman writer
Monday, May 08, 2006
All Woman writer Michael A Edwards analyses a new type of modern man, one who gets a kick out of being fashionable
and well-groomed. It takes a certain level of confidence to go to the salon, especially in Jamaica, where 'real men'
don't get mani-pedis and facials or spend a day at a spa being pampered
This is the metrosexual era. As coined in 1994, by English journalist Mark Simpson, the metrosexual is defined as
'a dandyish narcissist in love with not only himself, but his urban lifestyle - a straight man in touch with his
feminine side.'
Thus, detailed personal care practices, from tweezing one's eyebrows to the use of special facial cleansers and
regular manicure-pedicure sessions, even the extensive use of lotion - all thought to be the preserve of the fairer
sex - are now part of the routine for many men. In particular, urban-based, upwardly mobile males are taking greater
care of their appearance.
Rubber Plantation owner Bill Morris (left) gets the full works, while truck company owner Leroy McCalla regrets he can
only come in once a month because at 51 he feels likes 26 after a day in the salon.
Of course, throughout the ages, there have been men noted for their fastidious devotion to proper grooming and personal care,
but the general reaction from their 'non-metro' colleagues and even from some womenfolk was derision. The obvious epithets
were levelled at them. They were 'soft', they were 'gay' and all the rest.
Today personal care for men is now the in thing. Hair, face and nail treatments are a habit for avowedly heterosexual men.
Along with personal care and grooming comes an affinity for social activities like the theatre, music not overwhelmed by a
'riddim' (though metrosexuals also appreciate dancehall and hip-hop and other modern forms).
Oscar nominee Terrence Howard was quoted as saying, "I'm glad we now live in an age where men taking care of themselves is
seen as a good thing." Naturally, critical and commercial success has given Howard access to the A-list among hairdressers
and personal groomers, but one can infer from his remarks that this was a development some time in the making. Others, like
Real Madrid footballer and married father-of-three David Beckham, have sported sarongs, diamond earrings and nail polish.
All Woman writer
Monday, May 08, 2006
All Woman writer Michael A Edwards analyses a new type of modern man, one who gets a kick out of being fashionable
and well-groomed. It takes a certain level of confidence to go to the salon, especially in Jamaica, where 'real men'
don't get mani-pedis and facials or spend a day at a spa being pampered
This is the metrosexual era. As coined in 1994, by English journalist Mark Simpson, the metrosexual is defined as
'a dandyish narcissist in love with not only himself, but his urban lifestyle - a straight man in touch with his
feminine side.'
Thus, detailed personal care practices, from tweezing one's eyebrows to the use of special facial cleansers and
regular manicure-pedicure sessions, even the extensive use of lotion - all thought to be the preserve of the fairer
sex - are now part of the routine for many men. In particular, urban-based, upwardly mobile males are taking greater
care of their appearance.
Rubber Plantation owner Bill Morris (left) gets the full works, while truck company owner Leroy McCalla regrets he can
only come in once a month because at 51 he feels likes 26 after a day in the salon.
Of course, throughout the ages, there have been men noted for their fastidious devotion to proper grooming and personal care,
but the general reaction from their 'non-metro' colleagues and even from some womenfolk was derision. The obvious epithets
were levelled at them. They were 'soft', they were 'gay' and all the rest.
Today personal care for men is now the in thing. Hair, face and nail treatments are a habit for avowedly heterosexual men.
Along with personal care and grooming comes an affinity for social activities like the theatre, music not overwhelmed by a
'riddim' (though metrosexuals also appreciate dancehall and hip-hop and other modern forms).
Oscar nominee Terrence Howard was quoted as saying, "I'm glad we now live in an age where men taking care of themselves is
seen as a good thing." Naturally, critical and commercial success has given Howard access to the A-list among hairdressers
and personal groomers, but one can infer from his remarks that this was a development some time in the making. Others, like
Real Madrid footballer and married father-of-three David Beckham, have sported sarongs, diamond earrings and nail polish.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Every Little Thing #4 (of 10)
At Sea... and loving it!
Social
BY MICHAEL EDWARDS Entertainment editor
Sunday, March 05, 2006
JUST getting an unobstructed view (save for the few ships inside the harbour channel)
of the expansive shoreline and cityscape of Kingston was worth getting out on what
would otherwise have been a sleepy Ash Wednesday morning.
The drawing card? Observing the ninth annual SuperClubs yacht race, in which sailboats
wend their way from the Royal Jamaica Yacht Club at Palisadoes and finish at the Morgan's
Harbour pier in Port Royal. It's roughly a two-hour journey by sail, considerably less if
your vessel (as ours, the Hayley Leigh does) depends on gas turbines rather than wind power.
Sailboats wend their way along the course. (Photos: Joseph Wellington)
Eventually, all are back on terra firma, where the fun continues. Lunch, courtesy of Morgan's
Harbour, is complemented by the breezy musical stylings of vocalist Sabrina Williams and accompanist,
Dr Kathy Brown on keybords.
Amid the trophy presentations, presided over by Morgan's Harbour chairman Neville Blythe,
there are creations from Dairy Industries (Tastee Cheese) and refreshments from Ocean Spray.
It's not the first boat back that actually wins, but rather like a motor rally or a golf game,
it's the boat which fares best after its inital time has been adjusted (depending on the handicap).
Social
BY MICHAEL EDWARDS Entertainment editor
Sunday, March 05, 2006
JUST getting an unobstructed view (save for the few ships inside the harbour channel)
of the expansive shoreline and cityscape of Kingston was worth getting out on what
would otherwise have been a sleepy Ash Wednesday morning.
The drawing card? Observing the ninth annual SuperClubs yacht race, in which sailboats
wend their way from the Royal Jamaica Yacht Club at Palisadoes and finish at the Morgan's
Harbour pier in Port Royal. It's roughly a two-hour journey by sail, considerably less if
your vessel (as ours, the Hayley Leigh does) depends on gas turbines rather than wind power.
Sailboats wend their way along the course. (Photos: Joseph Wellington)
Eventually, all are back on terra firma, where the fun continues. Lunch, courtesy of Morgan's
Harbour, is complemented by the breezy musical stylings of vocalist Sabrina Williams and accompanist,
Dr Kathy Brown on keybords.
Amid the trophy presentations, presided over by Morgan's Harbour chairman Neville Blythe,
there are creations from Dairy Industries (Tastee Cheese) and refreshments from Ocean Spray.
It's not the first boat back that actually wins, but rather like a motor rally or a golf game,
it's the boat which fares best after its inital time has been adjusted (depending on the handicap).
Every Little Thing #3
Da Vinci's Jamaican hideaway -
The all-inclusive lifestyle was hardly a thought during the original Renaissance
period, and the famed artist and inventor is long gone. But another type of awakening
has taken place on Jamaica's North Coast in the form of the splendid new-look (and new name)
Sandals Dunn's River Villagio Golf Resort and Spa - the 250-room property that has been given
an "extreme makeover" with very pleasant results.
The rooms are totally remodelled, some with jacuzzi baths and depending on the room category,
couples can each have a big-screen television for themselves. The Oceanview one-bedroom, for
instance, has a king-sized four-poster bed. And the high touch is matched by high tech:
Internet service available in all rooms or, if you wish to keep a check of your bill, you can
hook up to the TV monitor and have your information displayed on the screen
The all-inclusive lifestyle was hardly a thought during the original Renaissance
period, and the famed artist and inventor is long gone. But another type of awakening
has taken place on Jamaica's North Coast in the form of the splendid new-look (and new name)
Sandals Dunn's River Villagio Golf Resort and Spa - the 250-room property that has been given
an "extreme makeover" with very pleasant results.
The rooms are totally remodelled, some with jacuzzi baths and depending on the room category,
couples can each have a big-screen television for themselves. The Oceanview one-bedroom, for
instance, has a king-sized four-poster bed. And the high touch is matched by high tech:
Internet service available in all rooms or, if you wish to keep a check of your bill, you can
hook up to the TV monitor and have your information displayed on the screen
Monday, May 08, 2006
More 'Every little Thing'
The 'First Coming' Of jesus Fuentes
Prior to Sunday, he was essentially unheralded, but amid the breezy confines of the Pegasus hotel gazebo lawn,
Cuban reedman Jesus (that's hey-suss) Fuentes, ably supported by a vibrant (and energised) Jamaican combo, came
pretty close tro the miraculous and left a distinct feeling that there was hope for live improvised music.
With an unassuming yet self-assured air, he began, on tenor sax with classic bop in the form of Miles Davis'
Tune Up, and it proved entirely appropriate in light of what was to come.
Of the jazz standards, few lend themselves to soaring solos and intense group collaboration like Dizzy Gillespie's
A Night in Tunisia. Fuentes took off from the get-go, circular breathing and all, and the crackerjack band, realising
they were in the presence of a monster player, also caught fire. An intuitive and emotional player, Seretse Small
delivered his most intense yet nuanced playing on guitar in quite some time, as did guest percussionist Ouida Lewis
(who had earlier drummed and tapped her way into the audience's hearts in a solo stint). Matching them -sometimes
phrase for phrase, were Ozouni, with his soulful, percussive 'Monk-meets-Liberace' keyboard style, drummer Wendell
Lawrence (rapidly growing into one of the best) and bassist Carl Gibson. In essence, the group took what had to
that point been an unquestionably good show into the realm of greatness.
More transcendence would follow with their rendition of Latin master Chucho Valdes' sinuous Mambo Influencial and by
the time he donned the soprano sax for the whimsical Cubanito ( 'little Cuban', inspired by his young son) Fuentes
left no doubt that he is deserving of a return engagement.
Prior to Sunday, he was essentially unheralded, but amid the breezy confines of the Pegasus hotel gazebo lawn,
Cuban reedman Jesus (that's hey-suss) Fuentes, ably supported by a vibrant (and energised) Jamaican combo, came
pretty close tro the miraculous and left a distinct feeling that there was hope for live improvised music.
With an unassuming yet self-assured air, he began, on tenor sax with classic bop in the form of Miles Davis'
Tune Up, and it proved entirely appropriate in light of what was to come.
Of the jazz standards, few lend themselves to soaring solos and intense group collaboration like Dizzy Gillespie's
A Night in Tunisia. Fuentes took off from the get-go, circular breathing and all, and the crackerjack band, realising
they were in the presence of a monster player, also caught fire. An intuitive and emotional player, Seretse Small
delivered his most intense yet nuanced playing on guitar in quite some time, as did guest percussionist Ouida Lewis
(who had earlier drummed and tapped her way into the audience's hearts in a solo stint). Matching them -sometimes
phrase for phrase, were Ozouni, with his soulful, percussive 'Monk-meets-Liberace' keyboard style, drummer Wendell
Lawrence (rapidly growing into one of the best) and bassist Carl Gibson. In essence, the group took what had to
that point been an unquestionably good show into the realm of greatness.
More transcendence would follow with their rendition of Latin master Chucho Valdes' sinuous Mambo Influencial and by
the time he donned the soprano sax for the whimsical Cubanito ( 'little Cuban', inspired by his young son) Fuentes
left no doubt that he is deserving of a return engagement.
Every Little Thing
Excerpts from articles published in the Observer
Glory to Glorianna movie
No Glory, No Grace
Self-promotion notwithstanding, the Gloria Minto profiled in the pages of this newspaper as one of the 2005 Business Leader nominees is a model of determination, resourcefulness and a certain noble striving for economic and social mobility against the formidable odds of social and gender prejudices and poverty.
That Gloria is largely absent from this production (the movie is said to take its cues from Minto's own memoirs, From Glory to Glorianna) and therein lies its downfall.
What the viewer gets instead is a kind of Royal Palm Unbound (the common players between both projects is not the basis for this assessment, but in some ways it doesn't help) with even less restraint than the already profligate and admittedly popular television series.
The feature begins with a party at the poolside of Hotel Gloriana and Spa, the heroine's crowning achievement. There, amid the paces of a reggae band and tedious close-ups of the copious food and drink on offer, Gloria reunites with 'childhood friend' Precious (more on her later) and the two repair to Gloria's pad for some reminiscing.
This is the vehicle through which the story is told, beginning with little Gloria, meeting her life's inspiration, Anna (who then goes 'poof' until the very end of the film), and losing her father (who 're-appears' at odd junctures with cloying doses of self-help verbiage) in quick succession.
Fast-forward to the teen Gloria, who is bewitched (our only conclusion) by Milton, the prototypical village ram, whose idea of a great first date is a drink and a dance at the local go-go bar.
After such an outstanding proposition, it's an entirely logical progression: they have sex, this time in the nearby river, and Gloria becomes pregnant. All of which greatly angers Betsy, Milton's former - and future - regular gig.
The main premise thus established at this point, the film gives us one more solid look at Gloria the entrepreneur and would-be success story when she decides to go into the Montego Bay market to sell oranges.
http://jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20060503t000000-0500_103817_obs_no_glory__no_grace.asp
Glory to Glorianna movie
No Glory, No Grace
Self-promotion notwithstanding, the Gloria Minto profiled in the pages of this newspaper as one of the 2005 Business Leader nominees is a model of determination, resourcefulness and a certain noble striving for economic and social mobility against the formidable odds of social and gender prejudices and poverty.
That Gloria is largely absent from this production (the movie is said to take its cues from Minto's own memoirs, From Glory to Glorianna) and therein lies its downfall.
What the viewer gets instead is a kind of Royal Palm Unbound (the common players between both projects is not the basis for this assessment, but in some ways it doesn't help) with even less restraint than the already profligate and admittedly popular television series.
The feature begins with a party at the poolside of Hotel Gloriana and Spa, the heroine's crowning achievement. There, amid the paces of a reggae band and tedious close-ups of the copious food and drink on offer, Gloria reunites with 'childhood friend' Precious (more on her later) and the two repair to Gloria's pad for some reminiscing.
This is the vehicle through which the story is told, beginning with little Gloria, meeting her life's inspiration, Anna (who then goes 'poof' until the very end of the film), and losing her father (who 're-appears' at odd junctures with cloying doses of self-help verbiage) in quick succession.
Fast-forward to the teen Gloria, who is bewitched (our only conclusion) by Milton, the prototypical village ram, whose idea of a great first date is a drink and a dance at the local go-go bar.
After such an outstanding proposition, it's an entirely logical progression: they have sex, this time in the nearby river, and Gloria becomes pregnant. All of which greatly angers Betsy, Milton's former - and future - regular gig.
The main premise thus established at this point, the film gives us one more solid look at Gloria the entrepreneur and would-be success story when she decides to go into the Montego Bay market to sell oranges.
http://jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20060503t000000-0500_103817_obs_no_glory__no_grace.asp
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
music wrap
The past weekend wasa good one for music and for Jamaican musicians
On Friday, in fronto of the historic Devon hOuse mansion, guitarist
Maurice Gordon led a smokin' quartet in support of an equally
smokin' featured act,. Francine Reed out of the US. with Gordon
were COurntey Sinclair on keyboards, Glen Browne on electric bass
and Tony 'Ruption' Williams on drums (approrpiate)
Also excellent on that show were singer Myrna Hague and the
Jmaaica Big band, led by by Sonny Bradshaw
On Sunday, pianist/keyboardist Kathy Brown had with her Desi Jones
on drums, Aeon Hoilett on bass, Denver Smith on percussion and
Seretse Small on guitar. The band stole the show from the
featured vocal acts
On Friday, in fronto of the historic Devon hOuse mansion, guitarist
Maurice Gordon led a smokin' quartet in support of an equally
smokin' featured act,. Francine Reed out of the US. with Gordon
were COurntey Sinclair on keyboards, Glen Browne on electric bass
and Tony 'Ruption' Williams on drums (approrpiate)
Also excellent on that show were singer Myrna Hague and the
Jmaaica Big band, led by by Sonny Bradshaw
On Sunday, pianist/keyboardist Kathy Brown had with her Desi Jones
on drums, Aeon Hoilett on bass, Denver Smith on percussion and
Seretse Small on guitar. The band stole the show from the
featured vocal acts
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Jazzofonik in the Gardens
the sound system makes its jazz in the Gardens debut this Sunday (Feb 26)
on the back lawns of the Jamaica Pegasus hotel.
The bill laso features Rosemary Phillips out of Barbados, actor-
comedian Bobby Smith, singer Sabrina Williams and Maurice
'Lady Love' Charles in a psecial tribute to the late Lou Rawls
part of a busy live weekend that also includes jazz-blues
vocalist Francine Reed in cocnert at Devon House east lawn
alongside Maurice Gordon and the Sonny Bradshaw Big Band
on the back lawns of the Jamaica Pegasus hotel.
The bill laso features Rosemary Phillips out of Barbados, actor-
comedian Bobby Smith, singer Sabrina Williams and Maurice
'Lady Love' Charles in a psecial tribute to the late Lou Rawls
part of a busy live weekend that also includes jazz-blues
vocalist Francine Reed in cocnert at Devon House east lawn
alongside Maurice Gordon and the Sonny Bradshaw Big Band
Saturday, February 04, 2006
Al Green
The recent Air jamaica Jazz and Blues festival had little jazz or blues (notwithstanding Bo Diddley) but it did have a whole laot of soul, thanks to Rev Al Green, seen here belting it out on Friday night (Jan 27)
Al Green
The recent Air jamaica Jazz and Blues festival had little jazz or blues (notwithstanding Bo Diddley) but it did have a whole laot of soul, thanks to Rev Al Green, seen here belting it out on Friday night (Jan 27)
Welcome Tommy Hoeg Quartet
after much deliberations, we can say Welcome to Jamaica to the
Tommy Hoeg Quartet featuring Sinne Eeg, all the way from Denmark
The group will be doing an umber of shows at spots around the island
through February 12. Will post highlights the following week.
Tommy Hoeg Quartet featuring Sinne Eeg, all the way from Denmark
The group will be doing an umber of shows at spots around the island
through February 12. Will post highlights the following week.
Monday, January 30, 2006
Maurice Gordon Trio
featuring:
MAURICE GORDON :guitar
Dale Haslam : bass
Desi Jones: drums
THE MAURICE GORDON TRIO returns to the local scene with "JAZZ JAM 2006" on Thursday February 9th, 2006 with special
guest saxophonist MICHAEL "BAMMIE" ROSE. The show will be in the School of Music Auditorium 1 Authur Wint Drive at the
Edna Manley College starting at 8:00 p.m.
The trio features Gordon on guitar with Desi Jones on drums and Dale Haslam on bass. Gordon is currently Head of the Guitar
and Strings Department at the School of Music along with special responsibilities for Jazz. He tutors modern guitar and
electric bass, improvisation and Harmony and Arranging. Gordon and Bammie will also be doing a Jazz Improvisation Workshop
on Tuesday February 7th at the School at 1:p.m.
Reedman Michael "Bammie" Rose is no stranger to Jamaica as he has been making a annual trek to Jamaica with his wife for the
last 4 years. He is a wonderful musician whom is active on the British scene where he has been a resident since the sixties.
Throughout his career he has recorded and performed with Jazz Jamaica, Courtney Pine, Jules Holland and his Rhythm and Blues
Orchestra, Aswad, Alton Ellis and many more.
He has also performed with South African musicians Hugh Masakela and Dudu Pukwana. Bammie has one album to his credit which
is called "REGGAE BEBOP". His repertoire includes a wide selection of jazz standards and Jamaican melodies on the tenor saxophone
and flute.
This is the first in a series which Gordon hopes to do at the School Of Music with his group and students groups. He recently
staged Jazz in the Round in December which was a student performance exam and concert. The next Jazz in the Round will be in March.
It is hope that the school and the students will benefit from the concerts and workshops. As well, a part of proceeds from the
concerts will go torwards the purchase of books for the department. The Maurice Gordon Trio will playing standards and original
compositions by Gordon. Surprise guests sometimes appear throughout the evening.
MAURICE GORDON :guitar
Dale Haslam : bass
Desi Jones: drums
THE MAURICE GORDON TRIO returns to the local scene with "JAZZ JAM 2006" on Thursday February 9th, 2006 with special
guest saxophonist MICHAEL "BAMMIE" ROSE. The show will be in the School of Music Auditorium 1 Authur Wint Drive at the
Edna Manley College starting at 8:00 p.m.
The trio features Gordon on guitar with Desi Jones on drums and Dale Haslam on bass. Gordon is currently Head of the Guitar
and Strings Department at the School of Music along with special responsibilities for Jazz. He tutors modern guitar and
electric bass, improvisation and Harmony and Arranging. Gordon and Bammie will also be doing a Jazz Improvisation Workshop
on Tuesday February 7th at the School at 1:p.m.
Reedman Michael "Bammie" Rose is no stranger to Jamaica as he has been making a annual trek to Jamaica with his wife for the
last 4 years. He is a wonderful musician whom is active on the British scene where he has been a resident since the sixties.
Throughout his career he has recorded and performed with Jazz Jamaica, Courtney Pine, Jules Holland and his Rhythm and Blues
Orchestra, Aswad, Alton Ellis and many more.
He has also performed with South African musicians Hugh Masakela and Dudu Pukwana. Bammie has one album to his credit which
is called "REGGAE BEBOP". His repertoire includes a wide selection of jazz standards and Jamaican melodies on the tenor saxophone
and flute.
This is the first in a series which Gordon hopes to do at the School Of Music with his group and students groups. He recently
staged Jazz in the Round in December which was a student performance exam and concert. The next Jazz in the Round will be in March.
It is hope that the school and the students will benefit from the concerts and workshops. As well, a part of proceeds from the
concerts will go torwards the purchase of books for the department. The Maurice Gordon Trio will playing standards and original
compositions by Gordon. Surprise guests sometimes appear throughout the evening.
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
New year
yes, its already 11 days old, but not too late to say happy new
year to friends of this blog.
Lots of developments as ireferred to in my last msg.
Most notably, the jazzofonik X-perience is no longer at
The Deck. More on that soon.
The first jazz in the Gardens for the year was a disappointment
see my review in the Jamaica Observer(jamaicaobserver.com)...
...of which i am now Entertainment Editor (since Dec 01 2005)
Air jamaica jazz & blues coming up - nestor Torres
Bo Diddley among the now customeary battery of R& B pop
stars past and current. Stay tuned for more.
Links
year to friends of this blog.
Lots of developments as ireferred to in my last msg.
Most notably, the jazzofonik X-perience is no longer at
The Deck. More on that soon.
The first jazz in the Gardens for the year was a disappointment
see my review in the Jamaica Observer(jamaicaobserver.com)...
...of which i am now Entertainment Editor (since Dec 01 2005)
Air jamaica jazz & blues coming up - nestor Torres
Bo Diddley among the now customeary battery of R& B pop
stars past and current. Stay tuned for more.
Links
Thursday, December 22, 2005
Merry Christmas - don't despair
Thanks to computer problems, this is my first post in many weeks.
Odd yet pleasant that it comes just in time for me to wish
all of you a Christmas season filled with joy, love and peace.
A lot has happened in the last quarter of the year, but God -
and technology -willing, I'll return full force in January.
havea happy New Year
jazzofonik Lives!
Links
Odd yet pleasant that it comes just in time for me to wish
all of you a Christmas season filled with joy, love and peace.
A lot has happened in the last quarter of the year, but God -
and technology -willing, I'll return full force in January.
havea happy New Year
jazzofonik Lives!
Links
Saturday, November 19, 2005
JAZZOFONIK LIVE - NOV 23
First in series Wednesday Nite Out
happens this Wednesday (Nov 23) at the Deck
beginning at 8:00 p.m. featuring Desi Jones
& Friends and special guest Tessann Chin
Cover charge: $500
Recorded selections throughout
by the Jazzofonik X-perience
happens this Wednesday (Nov 23) at the Deck
beginning at 8:00 p.m. featuring Desi Jones
& Friends and special guest Tessann Chin
Cover charge: $500
Recorded selections throughout
by the Jazzofonik X-perience
Tuesday, November 01, 2005
Rootz Underground @ Red Bones
Jamaican band Rootz Underground Movement will
perform at Red Bones blues cafe in Kingston
The band is also in the running to represent
Jamaica in the Global Battle of the Bands
in London, England in December.
perform at Red Bones blues cafe in Kingston
The band is also in the running to represent
Jamaica in the Global Battle of the Bands
in London, England in December.
Friday, October 28, 2005
Rhythm n' Spice postponed
the Rhythm n' Spice Food & Music Festival, scheduled for
Nov 3 through 5 has been posponed until "early 2006"
the organizers say. The festival was part of an overall project
twinning the citiies of Montego Bay(Jamaica) and New Orleans.
Set to have appeared on the bill wee well known New Orleans
trumpeters kermit Ruffins and Irvin Mayfield as well as the
Rebirth Brass Band and an equally strong and diverse
jamaican lineup.
This as the island braces for yet more rain as this seemingly
endless tropical storm season continues to flex its muscles.
Nov 3 through 5 has been posponed until "early 2006"
the organizers say. The festival was part of an overall project
twinning the citiies of Montego Bay(Jamaica) and New Orleans.
Set to have appeared on the bill wee well known New Orleans
trumpeters kermit Ruffins and Irvin Mayfield as well as the
Rebirth Brass Band and an equally strong and diverse
jamaican lineup.
This as the island braces for yet more rain as this seemingly
endless tropical storm season continues to flex its muscles.
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
"Sonny & Foggy" for Jazz in the Gardens
The Jazz in the Gardens continues at the Pegasus Hotel and
this edition, scheduled for October 30, features the return of
two of the true elder statesmen of Jamaican jazz.
Instrumentalist/composer/bandleader/journalist
Sonny Bradshaw will grace the gazebo, as will
former Government minister, diplomat and
inveterate jazz pianist Seymour "Foggy" Mullings.
The event will also feature another multiple talent,
broadcaster/actor/musicologist Charles Hyatt, as
well as newer vocalist Candi and CD spins
courtesy of Keith Brown. Showtime 6:pm
this edition, scheduled for October 30, features the return of
two of the true elder statesmen of Jamaican jazz.
Instrumentalist/composer/bandleader/journalist
Sonny Bradshaw will grace the gazebo, as will
former Government minister, diplomat and
inveterate jazz pianist Seymour "Foggy" Mullings.
The event will also feature another multiple talent,
broadcaster/actor/musicologist Charles Hyatt, as
well as newer vocalist Candi and CD spins
courtesy of Keith Brown. Showtime 6:pm
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Iron Lions update
The next excerpt from the book (You remember it, don't you?)
Should be posted on Friday. A taxing combination of computer
problems and just plain oold busyness nearly KO'd it
but Iron Lions will return soon.
Should be posted on Friday. A taxing combination of computer
problems and just plain oold busyness nearly KO'd it
but Iron Lions will return soon.
Jazzofonik Live Nov 16
Still struggling towards a live showcase at the Deck
it now looks like November16 will be our start date
Headliner likely Tessann Chin, along with Desi Jones
& friends as well as upcoming artists M, Ouida Lewis
and Kevin Bonfield and Michael Andrew.
Confirmation soon (I think :-)]
it now looks like November16 will be our start date
Headliner likely Tessann Chin, along with Desi Jones
& friends as well as upcoming artists M, Ouida Lewis
and Kevin Bonfield and Michael Andrew.
Confirmation soon (I think :-)]
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