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SPANNER BANNER

Joseph Anthony Bonner popularly known as Spanner Banner was born in Rock Hall, St. Andrew. He is the eighth of eleven children for his mother Violet Bonner. He grew up in Rock Hall St Andrew with his parents and siblings, several of whom are also musically inclined. He is a member of the talented Bonner brothers which includes Pliers (of Chaka Demus & Pliers fame), Richie Spice and Snatcha. While growing up music was always a part of his life, the music of such greats as Bob Marley, Jacob Miller & Gregory Issacs were the sound track to his childhood days.

Spanner Banner confirmed his musical intentions at a tender age when he sang at an event in his community and received great responses from the audience. Hence his decision to pursue a career in music was not a very difficult choice. He recorded his very first single Life Goes On, while still in his teens in 1988 for legendary Jamaican record producer, Winston Riley. This song dominated reggae charts locally and internationally placing the name Spanner Banner on the lips of music lovers worldwide. He proved that this was no fluke by quickly reeling out successive hit songs such as, Live & Learn, Michelle & Tease Me which reached top of the British pop charts in the 1990s after it was re-recorded by Chaka Demus & Pliers.

This new found success opened up many doors for Spanner Banner in the music biz and pretty soon he was being sought to record for several other topflight producers such as King Jammys, Donovan Germaine, Bobby Digital and Philip Burrell. In 1993 Spanner Banner signed a contract with Island Records and collaborated with famed Jamaican record musicians/producers Sly & Robby to record an album titled Chill for Island. This album cemented his reputation as a as a top class reggae singer both locally and internationally. It spawned several hit singles such as Cheater, Universal Love, You Gotta Be, What We Need is Love & the title track Chill. Spanner Banner supported the release of Chill with successful tours of Europe, The United States, Africa and Great Britain this resulted in a great amount of international exposure for him.

In 1997, Spanner Banner started his own label Sweet Angel Productions and showcased his production skills on his Lovers Story album. This album spawned hits such as Ladies Night (featuring Sean Paul) & Tears In The Rain. His subsequent album Real Love was released by Heart Beat Records in 2001 to much acclaim overseas. Twin Brothers Records later released his next album titled Spanner Banner’s Greatest Hits in 2002, which covered over a decade of his past hits and included new songs as well. He has also recorded albums for several top class producers such as King Jammys and Clive Hunt.

In 2001 Spanner Banner moved to live in England where worked mainly as a song-writer for the Indian girl group Freedom Angels. While in the UK he also did several recording projects, as well as performances in the UK & Europe. One of his most notable projects while in England was a remix of his cover of Kool & The Gang’s Ladies Night which also featured Sean Paul. The remix featured Spanner Banner, Sean Paul & Kool & The Gang for the legendary American group’s tribute album.

Spanner Banner returned to Jamaica in 2004 and began to work with Fifth Element Records. During his stint with Fifth Element he did extensive tours of the United States as well as shows throughout the Caribbean with Richie Spice and the Fifth Element family. On the local scene he performed at major events including Reggae Sumfest, East Fest, Rebel Salute, All Spice Culture in the Hills and St. Mary Mi Come From.

After nearly two decades Spanner Banner’s music is still as potent as when he stormed onto the scene in 1998. His recently released full length project I’m A Winner, is proof of this as it is laden with musical gems such as Rolling Stones, Solid As A Rock, One Love, She Groove Me & the title track I’m A Winner. The album was produced by his management and production company Bonner Cornerstone Music, along with producers such as Don Carleone, Donovan Germaine, Kemar ‘Flava’ McGregor & Revolutionary Entertainment. The album is being distributed by Bonner Corner Stone music, VP Records, Zojak Worldwide and Tads Records International.

MACKIE CONSCIOUS

MACKIE CONSCIOUS, the singer, songwriter and musician was christened Dennis McKay.Born A Libran in Montego Bay Jamaica WI, The Reggae Capital of the world, In 1997 Mackie had a dream of Bob Marley who told him he would have him writing his songs. By the year 2000, Mackie Conscious made the first of his six annual appearance on the biggest international music festival Reggae Sumfest.. By 2001-2002 he did his first overseas assignment, “A Tribute To New York” (following the 9/11 Massacre) in Florida. He became a household name judging by the frequent requests for interviews by most print, visual and audio media with the release of the thought-provoking song, “What If” (ensued by a music video) which went to number 18 on the Jamaica Top 40 Chart. This won him The JFM award for Best Recording Artiste 2001. From then on the artiste scored big with hits like “Cell phone On His Hip”, “The World Is In Trouble”, “Who Is Your Friend”, “More Reality”, a cover version of the Jacob Miller classic “Discipline Child” “ Should I run”, “Cant be a king and no royal”, and most recently “Lucky Mi nuh Lucky. Mackie who many of his fans cite as the next Bob Marley (in terms of message music) has performed for many celebrities like Louis Farrakhan, Patti La Belle, Cheryl Lee-Ralph, Jah Rule – among the more popular names. This dreadlocks entertainer has made a statement on major stage-shows sharing the spotlight with the blockbusters. In 2006 Mackie did the Air Jamaica jazz and blues Festival sharing stage with Air Supply. James Ingram Among other big names www.mackieconscious.com, –dennisdon@yahoo.com mackieconscious@yahoo.com USA 1413-306-4568/876-385-0389

Rihanna - “Every woman should have naked pictures taken”

In recent months, Rihanna has been in the headlines for her lack of clothing nearly as much as her music.

Just weeks after declaring ‘every woman should have naked pictures taken’, the 21-year-old has peeled off again for a revealing new photoshoot.

In stunning black and white images for the new issue of American magazine W, Rihanna goes topless as she talks about her recovery from her difficult 2009.

The topless shots, taken from the side and behind, give Rihanna the opportunity to show off her extended tattoo collection.

The star has a series of stars on the nape of her neck, a gun under her armpit and a tribal pattern on her right hand.

In the accompanying interview, the Bajan singer admitted recording her latest album Rated R proved a therapeutic experience, with many of her songs being inspired by her break-up from Chris Brown after he assaulted her.

Buju Banton Reaches Out to Haiti

Even though Buju Banton has problem of his own he yesterday announced that he will be lending a helping hand to the people of Haiti.

According to information reaching OutAroad.com the incarcerated reggae superstar Buju Banton has pledged to donate US1000 along with clothing and other necessary items.

Chi Ching Ching Engaged to UK Girl

By Secret Agent
OutAroad.com Writer

Dancer turned deejay Chi Ching Ching and is wife to be Sabrina Downes were very much the spotlight on Face Book after announcing their engagement via their FaceBook profiles.

Sabrina who’s a native of Jamaica but now lives in the UK has been involved with the pop deejay for several years now and has been the back-bone of Chi Ching Ching’s fast rising career for which she also plays the role of being his manager.

It’s not confirmed as yet if the wedding will take place in Jamaica or the UK but OutAroad.com will keep you posted.

Apart from that Chi Ching Ching has been rocking the street dances and local TV stations with the Skip To Ma Lue anthem Skippin Feelin which is done in collaboration with Media House Production recording artiste Tiana.

The video for Skippin Feelin has spent three weeks in the #1 spot on RETV MVP chart and the single is currently at #16 on the OutAroad.com Top 20 Hot Singles Chart while it continues to bubble on the Hype TV Chart.

Barrington Levy drops video for No War & sends Condolences to Haiti

International reggae singer Barrington Levy and the Platinum Camp Productions family extend their deepest sympathies to the people of Haiti in their time of despair.

Please remember to text Haiti 90999 to donate $10.00 to the Red Cross or text Yele 501501 to donate $5.00 to Wyclef Haiti fund.

Mr Levy releases his new video ‘No War’ at this critical hour and the message in the music calls for everyone to unite as we are all one family, if one of us hurt then all of us hurt.

The video features cameos from Ninja Man, Louie Rankin, Wayne Wonder amongst others.

New Tune With Stacious and Mavado

Jay-Z Shocked By Eminem’s Bulletproof Vest

Hip-hop superstar Jay-Z was shocked to discover his friend Eminem wears a bulletproof vest - insisting he feels sorry for the rapper because there is a “dark cloud” hanging over him.

Jay-Z teamed up with Eminem in the studio in 2003, a year after the Stan hitmaker released his highly-acclaimed record The Eminem Show.

The Big Pimpin’ star admits he felt body armour under his pal’s clotheswhen he gave him a hug - and he realised the extent of Eminem’s problems.

He tells Interview magazine, “I never even told him this, but I remember that Eminem came into the studio when we made Moment of Clarity, which he produced, on The Black Album. So here’s Eminem. It’s 2003, he was, like, the biggest rapper in the world - he sold, like, 20 million records worldwide or some ridiculous number.

It’s 2003, he was, like, the biggest rapper in the world - he sold, like, 20 million records worldwide or some ridiculous number

“But when he came to the studio, I remember I hugged him and I could feel that he had on a bulletproof vest. I couldn’t imagine being that successful. I mean, he’s a guy who loves rap and wanted to be successful his whole career.

Then he finally gets it, and there’s this dark cloud over him. He has to be afraid to walk around New York freely. I was like, ‘Here it is.

You’ve gotten everything you wanted, and now you’re a prisoner of your own fame.’ That’s sad to me - that you have to walk around in a bulletproof vest after you’ve sold 20 million records. I found it sad”.

Fugees Consider Reunion to Benefit Haiti

Rapper Pras is considering reuniting the Fugees for a special benefit concert to raise money for earthquake-devastated Haiti.The star - who has Haitian roots - previously poured scorn on the chances of the Killing Me Softly hitmakers getting back together, insisting the group was “straight dead.”

That’s the only reason I would think about doing anything on that level.

But he’s hoping to convince ex-bandmates Wyclef Jean and Lauryn Hill to put aside their differences for the one-off show in aid of those affected by the massive tremor.

He says, “That’s the only reason I would think about doing anything on that level.”Pras has also criticised the government officials in the poverty-stricken country for failing to take precautions before the disaster struck.He tells Yo! Raps, “There’s no communication down there. My mother told me this morning that she still has her mother’s brothers and sister, who I’ve never met, who are still down in Haiti.”This is definitely the worst and that’s why the donations are cool, the relief aid is immediate short term, but the nation’s government has to be held accountable for not using the hundreds of millions it has received in aid over the years to build up the poor infrastructure and crumbling hospitals to treat the many wounded and gravely injured.”

Lewis Left Shaken After Police Chase

Leona Lewis was left fearing for her life when she was stopped by armed police following a frightening car chase on Tuesday (12Jan10).

The Bleeding Love singer and her entourage were on their way to catch a flight at Los Angeles International Airport when a high-speed chase stopped suddenly in front of their vehicle, and two armed men began running towards Lewis’ car.

Armed cops, who had been in hot pursuit, captured them

Lewis’ security shielded the star, but her manager, Nicola Carson, was thrown to the ground by cops during the ordeal, according to Britain’s The Sun newspaper.

A source tells tells the publication, “Two men brandishing guns jumped out of their car, right next to Leona’s. Armed cops, who had been in hot pursuit, captured them. But in the chaos bystanders were also sent flying.

“Leona had been locked in her car by her security team and had to watch as her manager Nicola Carson was thrown on to the floor. They were both shaken. For Leona it brought back memories of last year’s fan attack in London”.

The pop star was left terrified after she was punched in the face during a London booksigning for fans in October (09).

source: outaroad.com, one876entertainment.com, femalefirstco.uk,

What’s up peeps,  been missing in action for a while but I’m BACK.  Had to tie up a few loose end so I could concentrate on you!!!.

I hope you all were still listening to me on theladydshow.com or dapowerhouseradio.com.

Well here is the news!!!

Bounty Killer case stalled until 2010!

Alliance leader Bounty Killer returned to court on Wednesday when the illegal possession of firearm case against him continued, however, the case stalled when a major witness failed to appear. The next court date is March 24, 2010..

The deejay, whose real name is Rodney Basil Price, is charged with illegal possession of firearm, assault at common law and unlawful wounding. The deejay is also accused of using a firearm to hit a policeman during an altercation in New Kingston in September 2007.

When the case was mentioned last month in the Corporate Area Gun Court, it was postponed because the deejay’s attorney-at-law had been away on business and could not attend. It is alleged that on September 27, 2007, Bounty Killer and a group of men reportedly assaulted the complainant along St Lucia Avenue. It is further alleged that an off-duty policeman left a club and saw a number of vehicles blocking a section of the roadway. Several men, including Bounty Killer, and the late dancer David ‘Ice’ Smith, were allegedly at the scene. Another man, Callis Bowen, said to be an ex-policeman, is also jointly charged with the deejay.

The policeman tried to get the men to move the vehicles but was reportedly assaulted and fired at. A report was made to the New Kingston Police and a file later sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions, who ruled that Price should be charged.

Killer, who has been at the forefront of dancehall for almost two decades, has had a checkered record with the law. He was recently freed of assault charges in a matter where he was accused of assaulting a female when the complainant decided she did not want to pursue the matter.

The deejay was charged with possession of ganja by police in the business and clubbing district of New Kingston last month, just days after he pleaded not guilty to drug charges in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate’s Court.
Another case relates to traffic violations allegedly committed in late 2008. He was accused by the police of breaking seven red lights, obstructing traffic and refusing to undergo a breathalyser test in an early-morning incident.

Beenie yanked from NZ show following gay pressure

Monday Musings

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Monday, November 16, 2009

Following headlines over the weekend that gay lobby groups in New Zealand were presuring the promoters of music festival, Big Day Out, to pull Beenie Man from the line-up, and subsequent defence of their decision to use him as the only reggae act, the promoters have now backpedalled and have yanked the deejay from the concert.

Beenie Man… yanked from line-up for music festival Big Day Out

Internet reports say that New Zealand MP Kevin Hague was among those objecting to the inclusion of the King of the Dancehall based on his anti-gay lyrics. Hague noted that hate-mongering is not welcome in New Zealand, and reportedly urged the Big Day Out to uninvite Beenie.

“Music is a powerful shaper of culture, values, attitudes and behaviour,” said Hague. “Music that denigrates gay men and lesbians in the most extreme way imaginable sends some very powerful signals both to young gay and lesbian people but also to their peers. It is not true that ’sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me’.

“Hate speech like that of Beenie Man gives permission to prejudice and discrimination and creates it where it didn’t previously exist. It blights and diminishes the lives of all who are exposed to it, most particularly young lesbian and gay people who suffer violence, harassment, lowered self-esteem and all the consequent health and social problems.”

Gay reaction stemmed from a song recorded by the deejay in which he says, “I’m dreaming of a new Jamaica, come to execute all the gays.”

The promoters had said in a previous release that they were aware of Beenie Man’s controversial past, but he had renounced those feelings and was now promoting “peaceful and humanistic values”.

However, a release posted yesterday said, “The depth of feeling and hurt amongst these groups has convinced us that for us to proceed with his Big Day Out appearances was, and would continue to be, divisive among our audience members and would mar the enjoyment of the event for many.”

Beenie Man, as is the norm, could not be reached for comment.

The sad part about this is that it’s not just Beenie who has lost out, it’s the music. This is a lost opportunity to promote reggae/dancehall in a major way and would no doubt have been a big boost - financially and otherwise - for Beenie Man himself. The fact is that there must have been big demand for this artiste for the promoters to have included him in a line-up with names such as Lily Allen, Muse, Eskimo Joe, The Mars Volta, Calvin Harris, Lisa Mitchell, the Horrors, and others. Between January 15 and 31, the Big Day Out will be held in Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne and the Gold Coast, and according to the concert’s website, many of the venues are already sold out.

Beenie Blocked by Gays from Australia gig

Gay rights groups are moving to block Beenie Man’s inclusion on an annual Big Day Out events in Australia and New Zealand.

A release from Peter Thatchell of the Outrage! group claims that: “Beenie Man, one of Jamaica’s leading reggae stars, has had hit tunes which incite the murder of lesbians and gay men.

In his hit tune Damn, Beenie Man sings: “I’m dreaming of a new Jamaica, come to execute all the queers.” Another of his hit tunes, Bad Man Chi Chi Man (Bad Man Queer Man), instructs listeners to kill gay DJs and boasts that people would gladly go to jail for killing a queer:
“If yuh nuh chi chi (queer) man wave yuh right hand and (NO!!!) / If yuh nuh lesbian wave yuh right hand and (NO!!!) / Some bwoy will go a jail fi kill man tun bad man chi chi man!!! / Tell mi, sumfest it should a be a showdown / Yuh seem to run off a stage like a clown (Kill Dem DJ!!!)”.

Chi Chi Man is a very offensive Jamaican patois homophobic slang insult, equivalent to the insulting words queer, poof and faggot, the release said.

Despite this evidence, Big Day Out organisers in Melbourne are considering going ahead with Beenie Man’s concert in the city.

The article went on to say that Big Day Out organiser Susan Forrester has contacted Peter Tatchell of the gay rights group OutRage! in London, who is the International Coordinator of the Stop Murder Music campaign. Her contact details are (03) 9820 4677 and susan@bigdayout.com

Mr Tatchell has replied to her, calling on Big Day Out to cancel Beenie Man’s concert. He wrote to Ms Forrester as follows:

“Beenie Man is clearly unrepentant. He has never apologised for urging the killing of gay people. In fact, he put out a statement saying ‘I no apologise’. You would not consider hosting Beenie Man if he was a white racist singer who had called for the murder of black people. You would dump him. Why the double standards?” queried Mr Tatchell, who is Melbourne-born but London based since 1971.

Beenie Man is also being considered as a guest performer at Auckland’s Big Day Out, according to its promoter Campbell Smith.

Jahvinci STILL a member of the Portmore Empire - Kartel says

Contrary to reports surfacing on the Internet and in the streets of the Corporate Area, Jahvinci is still a member of the Portmore Empire and will honour all contractual arrangements made for him to perform overseas and locally.

“Yea, man,” Adidja Palmer, the head of the Portmore Empire, told one876entertainment yesterday when asked if the Watch Yu Friends singer was still a member of dancehall’s hottest music outfit. “Jah is still a member of the Empire.”

Last week, reports surfaced that Jahvinci, who scored a number one single with Watch Yu Friends, had been beaten up by enforcers affiliated to the Empire group. The rumours were further fuelled when the singer did not perform at the last two legs of the RE High School tour, and missed the Millennium Countdown 9 show in The Bahamas. However, Jahvinci has repeatedly shot down rumours that the incident happened.

Lots of flossing for Flippa this holiday season

Monday, November 16, 2009

Deejay Flippa Mafia, having enjoyed a good run this year, is preparing for a busy end-of- year and is all set to close 2009 in style.

Flippa Mafia

The deejay was exciting at the recent Barefoot Beach concert in Montego Bay, headlined by American rapper Soulja Boy, and is anticipating great upcoming performances.

“It’s just lots of crazy work . flossing like a king and keeping the fans happy,” Flippa said.

Now that his single, Foundation Over Hype, is making strides on the Hype chart and seems set to score him his second number one for the year, the Flossing King is not about to drop the baton. He dismissed the feud with flamboyant deejay Elephant Man as nothing to hype about and instead says he is focused on his career.

“I will be performing at Club Amazura in Queens on November 26, Canada on the 28th and a treat in Trench Town on December 12. The proceeds from this will be for the education of the youths,” explained the deejay, whose money-throwing gimmicks during his performances earned him welcome attention.

The deejay will have his first performace in England December 17-19 and says he is “eager to touch Europe”.

He returns to the island for GT Taylor’s Christmas Extravaganza on December 25 and Supreme Promotions’ Sting, the greatest one-night show on earth, on Boxing Day at Jamworld.

source: jamaicaobserver.com, one876entertainment.com,