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10 May, 2010

Another Starlight Faded .........Legendary Singer Lena Horne


Many of you are familiar with many famous Jazz musicians, but this legend should not go unnoticed. Lena Horne had a soft enchanting voice that captured the hearts of many,which eventually brought her to the mainstream. She died yesterday at the age of 92. Lena Horne made her mark in the 1940´s, she was the first black entertainer, who was invited to play with a white band. Along with other first, she was the first to play the Copacabana nightclub and among a handful with a Hollywood films. In 1943, MGM Studios loaned her to 20th Century-Fox to play the role of Selina Rogers in the all-black movie musical “Stormy Weather.” Her recognition of the title song, became a major hit and her signature piece. We will miss this faded star, who shared her talent and illustrious voice to the world. I am going to post a video of one of her most famous piece to date. Thanks for the memories Lena. You will be missed.

06 May, 2010

Joke of the Day Renta Dread


A lady from Germany arrives in Jamaica. She comes out of the terminal and sees a sign saying, rent here. She follows the sign to the end of the walkway. From a far, she sees a dread standing next to a car. The woman asks, Is this where you rent? The dread replies, yes daughta. The woman asks for the price of the rental, The Dread replies, I and I nuh charge so much yu know. Mi cyan geh yu a good price. How about mi charge yu $100.00 dollars. The woman shocked by how cheap the rental was, ask the dread, Where do I go to pick up the rental? The dread replies, Right yaso daughta.The woman uncertain what the dread meant, ask if this was the only rental he had. The dread flashes his locks in excitement, I and I geh yu a good price, a yu a look fi a different ting fi rent. The woman replies. Yes I do want to rent, but I still can't believe your giving me such a good deal. The dread says. Well daugtha I and I wha yu fi enjoy yu stay. The woman response, alright, I will take it. The Dread shouts. Selassie Jah, I and I geh yu thanks onto thy name. The woman in the same tone, where do I go to pick up the keys to the car. The Dread baffled, oh, I and I did think seh yu come yah fi rent a dread.

05 May, 2010

Joke of the day Rastaman opening a bank account


A rastaman goes into a bank with the intention to open an account, The clerk ask the rastaman, do you have an id to open an account,the rastaman replies, no mon, I and I nuh belive inna dem ting deh, cause I and I nuh wha no problems wid Babylon.The clerk replies, well sir, in order for you to open a bank account with us, we need some type of identification, The rastaman with a look of confusion, goes deep into his pockets,searching for something to give to the clerk. The rastaman pulls out a joint and hands it to the clerk, The clerk shocked, Whats this sir! The rastaman replies, I and I deh yah fi open a joint account.

02 May, 2010

Fall Of The Republic

As we come to the realization that the world is no longer the same, and its going in a downward shift. We the people need to start asking questions and start taking a stand on issues that affect us. We the people have the power to afflict change, but in order to do so, we need to unite on a global front,otherwise the system we know, will crumble and fall. The fall of the republic is here, and we have to organize and start the revolution now!

19 April, 2010

Reggae Concert In Costa Rica


Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend a reggae concert in Costa Rica, for the first time since I arrived. I went to a place called Geko Tower, which was twenty minutes from the international airport in Costa Rica. The place was jam packed with people dressed in Rasta colors and African outfits, which reflected the culture of reggae music. The event was loaded with popular artist such as Black Uhuru,and Fanton Mojah. When I first arrived at the event, people were waiting in anticipation.Jamaican/African flags were waving, and people were swaying back and fourth, listening to the mellow sounds of Bob Marley, and other passing greats. The vibes were evident, as people were drinking and smoking, soaking up the vibes of the atmosphere. When Fanton Mojah came on stage to perform, the crowd went electric! Jumping up and down, singing along to their favorite songs. What made his performance so memorable, is when he asked a couple from the audience to come up on stage, and profess their undying love for each another, as the crowd looked on with excitement, making a spectikal of the moment. As the acts went on, the vibes circulated across the entire arena, as flags and lighters went high in the air. The last performance was given by one of reggae's most popular groups, Black Uhuru, who had stellar performance, singing most of their recognizable hits. At nights end, the arena was congested and there was nowhere to walk, as the crowd moved closer to the stage. At the end of the night, you can tell that everyone was exhausted, enjoying the day of sweet sounds and positive vibes. All and all,from my feedback, I believe fans got their moneys worth.

15 April, 2010

Earthquake in China Wakeup Call For The World


As the world morns yet again another natural disaster, we are starting to realize that there is something greater out there, beyond our control. In the aftermath of what's taking place around the world, we cannot help or prevent these natural disasters from happening, but we can ensure we need to come together as a society for the survival of humankind. The earthquake that hit China is a reminder of the forces out there, and the capabilities that mother earth has, to end life in an instant flash. The Quake that hit China killed 589 people and injuring 10,00o others as the number will begin to tally as each passing day goes by. Soldiers and civilians are doing the best they can using shovels and their bare hands to dig out survivors. Buildings and infrastructures were shaken and many came crying into the streets, as fears took the entire nation. Relief emergency funds are in place, but as always we as civilians need to do our part and assist those affected. We need to take into consideration, what if this happened to us? wouldn't we want someone to help us out? As the world begins to turn, I wouldn't be surprised if more of these events occur in the near future, but these events should teach us a lesson, about coming together as a planet and disclose everyday things we think we need to survive. No money or fancy cars can ever replace the value of a life. If you want to assist in any way, please donate anything you can to the China local quake relief headquarters. Thanks One Love

09 April, 2010

Sweet Jamaica (Dedicated to all Jamaicans)


Sweet Jamaica, land of my birth,

There couldn't be any other place sweeter, on mother earth,

The vast beauty is something to see

Observing the view, looking out in the sea,

Jamaica, where green black and gold is our pride,

Confident with nothing to hide,

Jamaica, land of pretty girls and pretty beaches,

Paradise, where tourist want to reach,

Sweet Jamaica, where you can lay out in the sun,

At night, so much to do, having loads of fun,

Sweet Jamaica, a place where you’ll find tradition,

Where everyone is a solider, always on a mission,

Sweet Jamaica, where you find mannish water, and cassava,

Go into the fields you can find ganja and sweet yam

Sweet Jamaica, where everybody is a star, in our lingual, everyone can reach far,

Sweet Jamaica, a place if your known, everyone knows who you are,

Jamaica, a place of culture and pride, all over the world, we show we can strive,

Sweet Jamaica, a place where impossible is nothing, because we make great strides.