Jamaica, NY—March 23, 2007
Richie Spice Will Continue To Turn Up The Heat on His Mini U.S. Promotional tour
Richie Spice will perform in 11 U.S. cities in 14 days from April 11-24th in promotion of his critically acclaimed release In The Streets To Africa. He begins in Boston, MA at The Roxy on April 11th, then to Stowe, VT at the Rusty Nail Bar & Grill on April 14th, Ithaca, NY at The Haunt on April 15th, New Haven, CT at Toad’s Place on April 16th, New York City, NY at SOB’s on April 17th, Virginia Beach, VA at Jewish Mother on April 18th, Ashville, NC at Stella Blue on April 19th, Cincinnati, OH at Annie’s on April 20th, Bladensburg, MD at Caribbean Crossroads on April 21st, Charlotte, NC at Tremont Music Hall on April 22nd, and ending in Winston Salem, NC at Ziggy’s on April 23rd.
Asides from his tour, Richie has a few spot dates and other major happenings around the corner. He performs in Philadelphia on March 24th at Pangea and on March 31st at Club Aquarium in Atlanta, where his smash hit “Brown Skin” and new album are currently #1 on the reggae charts. “Brown Skin” is currently receiving rotation on New York’s Hot 97, San Diego XTRA, Los Angeles KDAY, Hartford WZMX and at other major radio outlets as well. His other hot single “Youth Dem Cold” is currently at rotation on MTV Jams and is #1 on the voting charts for mtvU Freshman. More raging reviews are out this week in Spin Magazine, hip hop’s largest site www.Allhiphop.com, and New York’s Village Voice. Richie has also been nominated for Recording Artist(s)/Group of the Year, Best Male Vocalist, and Most Cultural/Educational Entertainer at this year’s 26th Int'l Reggae Awards held on May 8th at Harlem’s Apollo Theater.
Marcia Griffiths, The Empress of Reggae, Celebrates 40 years of music on her upcoming anthology “Melody Life”
Marcia Griffiths celebrates 4 decades of hard work
The one and only Marcia Griffiths celebrates 4 decades of hard work and dedication on her upcoming VP Record’s double disc anthology album, Melody Life, due out April 24th. This timeless collection includes her famous 80s electro-funk dance hit “Electric Boogie,” the never released duet with Bob Marley “Oh My Darling,” the iconic anthem “Young, Gifted & Black,” plus many more of Marcia’s most cherished tunes. Collaborations include Bounty Killer, Beres Hammond, Bob Marley, Beres Hammond, amongst others.
After recently completing her successful U.S. tour with the legendary Beres Hammond, Marcia makes plans to be in NYC from April 19- April 25 to promote her new album Melody Life. She also has a special performance at the Reggae Cabaret concert on Thursday, April 19, 2007 at Hammerstein Ballroom. For more details on her promo trip please contact Tiffany Mea and tiffanym@vprecords.com.
Before His Prison Release, Jah Cure Releases HIS New Album, TRUE REFLECTION
Anticipating his release from a 9 year prison term, Jah Cure will put forth his new album True Reflection in May with VP Records. Jah Cure’s strong fan support and stream of hit singles over the last three years have carried tremendous weight for his popularity. His upcoming album will have a mix of his popular hits as well as new exclusive tracks. According to the Jamaica Observer, Jah Cure is already booked for his first stage show in James Bond Beach, Jamaica on August 26, 2007. Performances from Gyptian, I-Wayne, Richie Spice, and Fantan Mojah are some of the first class acts that will join the bill. This highly sought after artist seems to have brighter days around the corner.
Co-Founder Patricia Chin is Presented with Emerald Award
The Woman of Great Esteem Organization honor Ms. Patricia Chin, Co-Founder of VP Records and Founder of Riddim Driven Clothing, for her admired contributions. She, along with nine other women, are the chosen few who will be presented with the Emerald Award on March 31, 2007 in Brooklyn. The Emerald Awards Ceremony recognizes women for their astonishing achievements and dedication in a multi-cultural society. Like the emerald itself, these women are “precious gemstones which improve relationships and mediation, strengthen clairvoyance and psychic abilities and aid in mental illness.” The event begins at 6p.m. and will be held at the Brooklyn Museum’s Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Auditorium located on 200 Eastern Parkway at Washington Avenue. Keith David is the honorary chairperson and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke will be the keynote speaker at the gala.
MR EASY
(Kingston, Jamaica) Dancehall’s laid back singer has been busy in the studio and also on the road. Presently Easy is wrapping up several new tracks. There’s new material getting ready to drop including an amazing collaboration with hip hop recording artist - RED CAFÉ (Shakedown/Konvict/UMG - more news on that next week) as well as a powerful joint collaboration produced by Big Ship's Stephen McGregor with dancehall's versatile deejay ASSASSIN.
Further, towards the end of last year Mr Easy blessed Tony Matterhorn’s song “WICKEDEST RIDE”. As a result, the song has been doing exceptionally well in various community communities. The song is extremely popular in England. If you didn’t get to go to STING 2007 in Jamaica, you can check out the two performing the song together by visiting: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCwzlez5x54. The song “Wickedest Ride” was recorded on the Show Off Riddim. This song was serviced via MP3 to reggae dj’s worldwide. If you know anyone missing the track have them contact management – RudeGal Ent. at rudegal@rudegal.com to get an MP3 of the song.
In addition to these accomplishments, Mr Easy’s positive anti violent tune “TEK WEY YUHSELF” is still building steam in markets outside Jamaica. Recorded with producers/recording artists Leftside & Esco on their DEM TIME DEH Riddim, the song has more longevity than many of the tunes. Mr Easy lead off the medley video, which can also be viewed on VibeOne TV . The song is being considered for an anti-violence campaign in England as it’s positive message is highly recognized.
Mr Easy has several upcoming shows:
4/21 – Boys & Girls Club in Langley Park, MD
5/19 - The End Club in Nashville, TN |
