Female
DJ Of The Year Macka Diamond Is Now A Powerhouse
Business Woman!
Plus
Steele & Queen Ifrica Join Forces....
Saturday, November 17th, 2007
Teenage Choice
Awards’ Female
DJ of the Year,
Macka Diamond,
a professional
artist who is
always
accessible to
media, recently
spoke to
West
Indian Times
whilst on her
way to the
airport in
Kingston,
Jamaica to catch
a flight bound
for California
where she had a
show.
She said life is
great, she is
constantly
publicizing her
book 'Bun Him!!'
which is selling
off the
bookstore racks
at a phenomenal
rate! Just
recently an
official
ceremony,
attended mostly
by officials
from the
National Library
of Jamaica, was
held in Macka
Diamond’s honor
at their East
Street Premises
and a copy of
the spicy
'BUN
HIM!!!' was
signed over for
preservation as
a piece of
Jamaica’s
Cultural
History.
Macka said she
has
shows in foreign
lands, a home
life, and now
her recent
venture
'Diamond
District JA'
which
is an
entertainment
entity, will be
handling her
career as well
as grooming
other upcoming
acts. Diamond
District JA, has
received
interest from
even established
Artistes who are
desirous of
coming under the
banner of
'Diamond
District JA'.
The company
Managing
Director is Mrs.
Leesah Larmond
and Director of
Operations is
Mr. Karl Larmond
and both are
excited about
the new venture
stating to West
Indian Times
that 'Diamond
District JA'
will be Booking
for Macka
Diamond and
others,
Producing,
Hosting concerts
and events and
is geared at
taking Macka
Diamond's career
to the next
level.
Her latest
effort ‘Dandy
Shandy’ has just
entered the
charts, and a
video shoot for
the single will
take place in
Jamaica on
Wednesday,
November 21st.
Lady Cham of
West Indian
Times will be at
the video shoot
in Jamaica to
bring you
pictures and the
latest news from
Macka Diamond.
Queen
Ifrica & Steele Join Forces
Two reggae acts, currently on
top of their game, have come together to create
magic on screen. Queen Ifrica, affectionately
called the "Fyah Muma", riding high on a number
of hit songs which include "Below the Waist"
and "Daddy Don’t Touch Me There", and
Steele the ever energetic and charismatic artist
with hits such as "Slave Driver" and "Confession",
have put their heart and soul into bringing to
life their current duet "New World
(remix)". The different passions that this
song brings out are displayed on screen and
there is no mystery as to why this music video
is already creating quite a buzz. Shot mostly at
the fishing village in Portmore Jamaica, where
it seemed as though the entire community came
out to support these artists, it was a day that
was filled with genuine togetherness from all.
Steele and Queen Ifrica could be seen reasoning
with the many men, women and children that had
gathered for the shoot, and the love could be
felt. The song "New World (remix)"
is currently receiving steady rotation on radio
and this video will most definitely help to
build its momentum.
Steele also took the time to
shoot a second video. The song is called "Goose
and Ganda", which is another cut from his cd
"The Love of Jah". Once again the message
comes across perfectly. With a story line and
actors that will have you laughing aloud, this
video tells the tale of many relationships
today. Just always remember "What’s good for
the Goose is good for the Ganda".
Both videos were coordinated
and shot by Wayne Benjamin of Fabrikated ProjeX.
MOBS Production, the indie label representing
Steele, is relentless in their effort to bring
the artist to the forefront, and already it is
paying dividend for him. Steele remains humble
and continues to thank the fans, and all forms
of media representatives that take the time to
support his work. To view both videos
please visit Steele’s myspace page at
www.myspace.com/steelemusic or check your
local networks.
"The Love of Jah" steadily
climbing the charts:
Steele’s cd has moved up a
spot to number 9 on the Jamaica Music Countdown
(The Hit List) album/cd charts. Tracks from the
sophomore compilation continue to enjoy steady
rotation on Jamaican radio, and before long
Steele will be back there to perform.
On the other side of the globe, the Netherlands
to be exact, "The Love of Jah" has been
added to the Reggae Vibes Show Top 50 album
recommendations. The program, hosted by Teacher
and Mr. T. is aired on CRM RADIO 102.7fm in that
country. The cd has entered the chart at number
31 and with steady rotation upward movement is
expected. In Canada, "New World (straight
mix)" another cut from "The Love of Jah",
sits at the number 3 spot on CBC’s Galaxie
Reggae Top Canadian Spins.
Canada - Home of Steele:
Steele says:
"It’s amazing
how time has passed, and how things have
developed, I still remember the first time I
played with the band Tatix, what a joy. I
remember sweating at the Bamboo Club and feeling
the energy from my fans. I also remember the
first time my music was played on radio, what a
blessing. Now let’s forward to today. I still
cherish the opportunity that Tatix gave me, I
still love to perform, actually it’s my high.
From nightclubs to big festivals, it really
doesn’t matter. I love to perform. I truly
respect all the radio personalities across
Canada and the rest of the world, that take the
time to play my music, and to all other media
personnel who continue to support my work, I am
forever grateful. Mostly, to my fans that have
stood by me and encouraged me to keep striving
for greatness, you are the reason why I do what
I do. Maximum respect every time, I am still
pressing on. Canada is my home."
Steele’s cd "The Love of
Jah" can be purchased at
www.steelemusic.net or
www.ebreggae.com, in New York at Moodies
Records or Tony Ryan Records, and in Jamaica at
Energy Beat Distribution. Be sure to pick up
your copy today.
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