Chat 'Bout Cleveland

In loving memory...

2011-08-30T19:57:00.000-07:00

Sandy "Destiny" Crane
American DHQ

To see pics and review from memorial service, click here.

In Livication: Sandy "Destiny" Crane (4/11/69-8/20/11)

2011-08-24T07:33:00.000-07:00

Services and Memorial information posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland. To view now, click here.

Happy 49th Earthstrong Jamaica!!!

2011-08-05T06:00:00.000-07:00

Wear Yuh Colors - August 6th

To read more, click here.
To see a list of local celebrations, click here.

Enjoy!

Bashy

May 2011 Events.....

2011-05-01T04:14:00.000-07:00

...listed on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

Punkie's Accessories Affair!
"Black Girls Empowerment:
"Black and Chains"

To view all events, click here.

Easter 2K11 Events Listing

2011-04-19T14:19:00.000-07:00

"Best of Both Worlds" w/Youth Hi Power and B Fly Magazine!
Wayne Wonder + Christopher Martin LIVE!
B.E. Mann LIVE!
Jam Rock Celebration hosted by Carlos Jones!
Roots Rock Hour at Caribbean Flavor!

To view full listing, click here.

...fill the baskets, hide the eggs and P A R T Y !!!!

April 2011 Events posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

2011-03-27T17:59:00.000-07:00

Yes, Cleveland -- WE keep partying! To view all events, click here.

Pics from KC Platinum's 'Black and White Affair'

2011-03-10T11:11:00.001-08:00

...posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here.

March 2011 Events Listed on Chat 'Bout Cleveland

2011-03-01T02:25:00.000-08:00

Rock and Reggae!...The Criss List Awards!...A Touch of Purple!

For March 6th - 12th. click here.
For March 13th - 19th, click here.
For March 20th - 26th, click here.
For March 27th - April 2nd, click here.

Pics from "The Journey Continues" with Mega Banton and Frisco Kid LIVE!

2011-02-28T02:37:00.000-08:00

..posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here.

Chat 'Bout Cleveland unifies Caribbean Community to salute 'The Best of the Best'

2011-02-25T18:08:00.000-08:00

To read offical press release, click here.

For press and media information, click here.

Chat 'Bout it: DJ Lawless (Youth Hi Power)

2011-02-23T09:08:00.000-08:00

To read now, click here.

Polls now open! 3rd Annual Criss List Awards

2011-02-21T09:17:00.000-08:00

Vote NOW!

2010 Criss List Awards Bash!

To vote now, click here.

Chatbout Cleveland -- here..there..EVERYWHERE!

2011-02-15T10:40:00.000-08:00

2 bashes
1 stageshow
..and no birthday cake L

To see review for Tina's Birthnite Bash, click here.
To see review for Jah Messenger LIVE, click here.
To see review for Pink and White 2K11, click here.

What a weekend!

Happy Birthday, Robert Nesta Marley!

2011-02-06T04:47:00.000-08:00

February 6th would have been the Reggae Icon's 66th Birthday!

To view a list of events around the city to celebrate the birth of a Legend, click here.

Pics from "Pocketbooks and Boots"

2011-02-03T04:54:00.000-08:00

posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here!

1st Bashment Review of 2011 posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

2011-01-10T10:47:00.000-08:00

Pics and Review from "The (Re)Launch of Sample Jack" posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here.

Enjoy,

Bashy

Events for MLK posted on www.chatboutcleveland.com!

2011-01-09T04:14:00.000-08:00

From Wednesday and on - CBC has it covered!

To view now, click here!

Chat 'Bout Cleveland NYE Event Listings

2010-12-28T02:00:00.000-08:00

New Year's Eve 2K10 Weekend Event Listings

'nuff events this NYE weekend!

Dub Flex LIVE!
NYE Bash @ Flavor!
....and more!

To view now, click here.

Thanksgiving 2K10 events listed on Chat 'Bout Cleveland.com - Be THANKFUL!

2010-11-20T01:17:00.000-08:00

(Okay, okay...thanks for all the emails asking about the event on the site, so, here we go!)

Thanksgiving Weekend Event Listing
from live stageshows to club dates, CBC has it all!

To view all events, click here.

The Cool Ruler, Gregory Isaacs, dies at age 59

2010-10-25T08:00:00.001-07:00

Gregory Isaacs, described as the “most exquisite voice in reggae,” has died at the age of 59 in London.

To read more, click here.

The Cool Ruler, Gregory Isaacs, dies at age 59

2010-10-25T08:00:00.000-07:00

Gregory Isaacs, described as the “most exquisite voice in reggae,” has died at the age of 59 in London.

To read more, click here.

THIS SUNDAY!!!!!!

2010-09-06T07:12:00.000-07:00

September 12th

Jamaican Cultural Association
presents:

Annual Jamaican Independence Picnic
850 Metroparks Blvd.
Quarry Picnic Area
Cleveland, Ohio

12-8pm

Fun!Food!Games!

To see pics from Last years event, click here.

Dailey's Blue Mountain Inn - SHUT DOWN!

2010-07-17T12:47:00.000-07:00

...Yes, it's true!

To read more, click here.

Bashy

Aloha Tommy!!!

2010-06-17T06:40:00.001-07:00

This Saturday!

Rudie's Hi-Fi Farewell Show
with Dj Tommy Fox

2:00pm

WCSB 89.3

In Memorium

2010-06-02T18:15:00.000-07:00

Chat 'Bout Cleveland

sends thoughts and prayers to the family of:

First Class

2010-05-26T04:31:00.001-07:00

CBC Presents: Chat 'Bout Cleveland Message Yard

2010-05-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Chat 'Bout Cleveland Message Yard!

You asked!

We listened!

Chat 'Bout Cleveland Message Yard!
To register, click image!

Join today!

Chat 'Bout Cleveland!..here, there...EVERYWHERE!

2010-04-27T10:51:00.001-07:00

3 Photo Galleries JUST ADDED!'

Get Along' Bash @ El Hasa, click here!

Soca Calypso Flag Party, click here!

Pics from Easter Fiesta, click here!

Enjoy,

Bashy

Ky-mani Marley fueds with WMMS' Rover

2010-04-21T16:48:00.000-07:00

..uhhhh, can you blame him??

Kymani Marley was detained Tuesday morning after having a heated argument with WMMS FM/100.7 DJ Rover.

Ky-Mani Marley was in Cleveland on April 20th promoting his book about his famous father.
During the interview, Rover, 30, made a sexual comment about Marley's mother, who was a pingpong champion.

Marley was angered by the comment. He left the studio and apparently turned the radio on in his car. Rover was still talking about him.

Marley returned to the station and barged into the studio. A heated, profane argument ensued, with Marley threatening to assault Rover. Much of the profanity was kept off the air using the station's delay system.

Police were called and detained Marley for about 45 minutes. Rover, whose real name is Shane French, declined to press charges and Marley was released.

Wow...

Pittsburgh Artist Fudgie Springer involved in auto collision

2010-04-09T05:48:00.000-07:00

To read more, click here.

2nd Annual Criss List Awards Bash - review and photos posted on www.chatboutcleveland.com!

2010-04-02T14:36:00.000-07:00

The arrival of Mr. Albert Dailey!
A gathering of Cleveland's Caribbean Community!
The party lasted until 2:30 AM!

...you missed it?

No worries! For review and photos, click here.

Jah Messenger featured on Fox 8 THIS Friday!

2010-03-01T03:50:00.000-08:00

DVR Alert!

Be sure to catch Cleveland's own, Jah Messenger on Fox 8 In the Morning to promote the "Haiti Relief Fundraiser" at AJ Roccos!

Tune in!

Want to catch the band live?

Haiti Relief Fundraiser

Featuring

Jah Messenger

AJ Rocco's
816 Huron Road
Cleveland, Ohio

8PM

Setting my DVR,

Bashy

2nd Annual Criss List Awards Bash

2010-02-25T06:59:00.000-08:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CHAT ‘BOUT CLEVELAND HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL CRISS LIST AWARDS BASH
Awards show highlights local Caribbean based businesses

Chat ‘Bout Cleveland and Cleveland Reggae Sounds presents the 2nd Annual Criss List Awards Bash on Sunday, March 14, 2010 at Caribbean Flavor, located at 321 Babbitt Road in Euclid Ohio. .

Developed in 2008, The Criss List highlights the ‘best of the best’ of local businesses, music and events in Cleveland’s Caribbean Community. Winners of these awards are selected by online voting through www.chatboutcleveland.com.

Chat ’Bout Cleveland is an online resource connecting the city’s Caribbean community to its businesses, news and events. Since 2006, Chat ‘Bout Cleveland serves as a resource to those new to or visiting the Cleveland area. Chat ‘Bout Cleveland is also connected with other Caribbean communities such as Columbus, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Chicago and New York.

“We are truly excited to have an opportunity to produce this event for a second year”, says Drue Thompson, CEO/Publisher, Chat ‘Bout Cleveland. “We know the collaboration with Cleveland Reggae Sounds will be productive as we move forward to build on the success of last year’s event.”

Cleveland Reggae Sounds is devoted to the promotion of reggae sounds in the Cleveland area. Started in 2009, CRS supports Cleveland’s music community through promotion of events, photos as well as liaison for the artists for bookings.

The 2nd Annual Criss List Awards Bash will be hosted by 2008 Best Sound winners Organik Sound with live performances by 2008 Best Local Artist winner, Sunshade, Best Local Band Winner, Umojah Nation and Jah Messenger.

This event will also feature brief presentations by House of Stylz, Knitwear by Attalah, Diva Purses and Twinz Beauty Supply. “We wanted to encompass all aspects of Cleveland’s Caribbean business”, says Alicia Hollinger, Marketing Coordinator of Chat ‘Bout Cleveland. “This event will give these establishments an opportunity to reach new clientele by showcasing their products.”

Admission to the 2nd Annual Criss List Awards Bash is $5 in advance (tickets sales) and $10 at the door. Red Carpet entry for the event begins at 6pm followed by the awards show at 7pm. The event will end at 10pm.

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Pics from "Pink and White Affair"

2010-02-22T08:37:00.000-08:00

Posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here.

2009 Criss List Nominees...

2010-02-18T09:35:00.001-08:00

Congratulations to all 2009 Criss List Nominees!

Complete list posted on www.chatboutcleveland.com!

Good Luck,

Bashy

Happy Earthstrong, Bob Marley!

2010-02-05T03:05:00.000-08:00

February 6th the world will celebrate the life and musical legacy of Robert Nestor Marley. In 2010, Bob Marley would have celebrated his 65th birthday, but he continues to inspire and influence people around the world.

As the celebrations begin throughout the world, there are many local events coming in February to celebrate Bob Marley and his music. To read more, click here.

Chat 'Bout It: Umojah Nation

2010-02-03T00:00:00.000-08:00

NEW!!!

Chat 'Bout It: Interview
Umojah Nation
(voted 2008 BEST Band)

To read now, click here.

2nd Annual Criss List Awards VOTE NOW!!!

2010-02-01T02:45:00.000-08:00

...Back again for 2010!

..we are changing things up this year -

YOU pick the nominees AND the winners!

Log on to www.chatboutcleveland.com

and enter your choices for

Cleveland's BEST OF THE BEST in music, business and events!

Here are a list of the categories:

Best Promoter

Best Radio DJ

Best Local Artist

Best Local Band

Best Selector

Best Sound

Best Crew - Male

Best Crew -Female

Best Dressed - Male

Best Dressed - Female

Best Dancer - Male

Best Dancer - Female

Best Caribbean Food Restaurant

Best Caribbean Grocer

Best Annual Event

Best Family Friendly Event

Best Bash of the Year - 2009

So, spread the word and VOTE!

Round 1 voting starts NOW until February 15th!

Log on to: www.chatboutcleveland.com and VOTE!!!

February 2010 Events Listed..

2010-01-26T05:02:00.001-08:00

Bob Marley Celebration!

Pink and White Affair!

and More!

To view now, click here!

Review and pics from "Tall Tall Boots Affair" (Detroit) posted on chatboutcleveland.com

2010-01-25T04:22:00.000-08:00

First review of 2010!

To read review and see pics, click here.

..hearts and prayers are with Haiti

2010-01-14T12:39:00.000-08:00

To learn how you can help, click here.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-02T00:00:00.000-08:00

Chat 'Bout Cleveland

presents:

The Year in Review: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly....to read more, click here.

Enjoy!
Bashy

TONIGHT!!!

2010-01-01T00:00:00.001-08:00

CGP
Presents:

“A Just a Blessing”

Caribbean Flavor
321 Babbitt Road
Euclid, Ohio

Music By:
Organik Sound

Special Performance By:
Sunshade
(voted 2008 Criss List BEST Local Artist)

$5

If you missed last week’s madness…..

Irie New Years Eve Celebration THIS Thursday!

2009-12-28T18:06:00.000-08:00

New Years Eve Celebration

featuring

Umojah Nation

LIVE!!

Music By:

Jomo Benn (Higher Vibes, WCSB)

and

Irie Sistable (KTUH, Hawaii)

Wilbert's

512 Huron Road

Cleveland, Ohio

See you there!

Rest In Peace, Squingy

2009-11-25T11:16:00.000-08:00

Dancehall fans and beyond paused in tribute to pay heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the late Bass Odyssey selector, Kevin ‘Squingy’ Bennett.

After ailing for several months, Bennett lost his battle at about 6:40 am Tuesday morning in a Tampa, Florida hospital. It is reported that his lungs collapsed which led to the failure of his other organs.

To read more, click here.

R.I.P. Squingy

2009-11-24T05:47:00.000-08:00

Kevin "Squingy" Bennett

Bass Odyssey Sound

1972-2009

Reggae on the Radio - Updated 11.2009

2009-11-21T02:49:00.000-08:00

Reggae on the Radio

Sundays:

"Gospel Inspirations"
10-Noon
Irie Vibes Radio (Detroit)
(to listen, click here:http://irievibesradiodetroit.com/)

"R - Vibes" with Dread Clayton
5- 7pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

"African Abstract" with Charleston Okafor - 89.3 WCSB
7-9pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)
NEW!!!"Island Riddims" with DJ Trevor7-9pm
CD 101.1 FM (Columbus, Ohio)
(to listen live: www.cd101.com/sections/onAir/ListenLive.aspx)

Tuesdays:
Ras Gato's Gullah Gumbo
3-5pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

"Ishence" with Kabir
5:30 - 7pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

"Monster Boogie Ska" with Joe
9-11pm
89.3 WCSB

(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

Wednesdays:
Black Scorpio
2-4pm
91.1 WRUW

Thursdays:
"Higher Vibes of the Caribbean" with Jomo Benn
1-3pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

"Yard Vibes Radio Show" with Empress Ajah
2-4pm
91.1 WRUW

Fridays:
"Caribbean Gospel"
Dub Style Songs of Praise
3:30pm-4:30pm
91.1 WRUW
"Night of the Living Dread" with Rich Lowe
7-9pm
91.1 WRUW

"Fire Fridays" with Roots Rock Sound
Irie Vibes Radio (Detroit)
8pm - Midnight
(To listen live, click here: http://irievibesradiodetroit.com/)

Saturdays:
"Rudies Hi-Fi" with Tommy Fox
2-4pm
89.3 WCSB
(to listen live, click here:http://www.wcsb.org/)

"What's Up" with Lady Pam
Irie Vibes Radio (Detroit)
2pm-8pm
(to listen live, click here: http://irievibesradiodetroit.com/ )

"Caribbean Groove" with Leisa Engel and DJ Chubby
8:30pm-12am
88.7 WJCU
(to listen live, click here:http://wjcu.org/)

If there are any corrections, please send information to:

chat_bout_cleveland@hotmail.com

WCSB needs you!!!

2009-11-11T02:37:00.000-08:00

To read more, click here.

Easy now,

Bashy

Chat 'Bout It: Rich Lowe

2009-10-04T00:00:00.000-07:00

..interview posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland! to read now, click here!

Read and enjoy!!!!

Bashy

Ohio LOVES Buju!!!

2009-10-01T18:09:00.000-07:00

..due to popular demand,

SATURDAY SHOW ADDED!!!

Tickets for 10/3 Show go on sale 10/2!!

SAME VENUE!! SAME TIME!! SAME NICENESS!!!

For more information, go to: www.rootsrecords.com or www.alrosavilla.com

Buju in Columbus THIS Friday!!!

2009-09-26T18:53:00.000-07:00

Buju in Columbus!!!

presented by

Roots Records

To read more,

click here.

Gasing up,

Bashy

Guyana lifts ban on Mavado

2009-09-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

Guyana has lifted a ban on Jamaican reggae artiste Mavado and will allow him to perform in the South American country later this month.

To read more, click here.

No School? No Work? Keep the celebration going! Check out these events!

2009-09-06T03:48:00.000-07:00

Carlos Jones and the PLUS Band

LIVE!!

Shooters
1148 Main Street
(East Bank of the Flats)
Cleveland, Ohio
4-8pm

"90's Dancehall Jam"
Caribbean Flavor
321 Babbitt Road
Euclid, Ohio

Music By: Organik Sound
...THIS IS A FREE EVENT!!

"Sunday Night Raw"
Club Alchemy
1575 Merwin
(West Bank of the Flats)

Music By: KC Platinum

"Recession Sundays"
Dailey's Blue Mountain Inn
3019 East 116th Street
Cleveland, Ohio

Admission: $1!!!

Trying to decide...

Bashy

Buju Banton Concerts Canceled Due to Gay-Bashing Lyrics

2009-09-02T03:07:00.000-07:00

Several of Buju Banton's concerts have been canceled after the promoters came under pressure from the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center..

To read more, click here.

In Memorium...

2009-09-01T03:53:00.000-07:00

To read more, click here.

Reflecting,

Bashy

You going??? "Pon di Road: Partybus to Pittsburgh"

2009-08-31T00:01:00.000-07:00

The Clock is ticking!!!

Chat 'Bout Cleveland

in association with pittsburghreggae.net

present:

Pon di Road: Partybus to Pittsburgh

Featuring live performances by:

Bugle

("Please", "What I'm Gonna Do")

Charly Black

("Rich this Year", "Buddy")

Pittsburgh's own

Fudgie Springer

NYC's maddest DJ

Skeritt Bwoy

(on his first vist to the 'Burgh)

...and MUCH more!

It's the biggest bash in Pittsburgh and Chat 'Bout Cleveland is driving!

Tickets ON SALE NOW!!!

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

See you...'Pon di Road'!

Bashy

Rain or Shine: 3 events happening T O D A Y !!

2009-08-30T08:10:00.001-07:00

...pick one (or all!!)

EVENT #1:

All day Soccer Tournament!

Luke Easter Park
3090 East 116th Street
Cleveland, Ohio

Starts at 9am

All Sounds Invited!

The throphys are ready to go...who will win them???

EVENT #2:

Ark Band

LIVE*
Shooters
1148 Main Street
(west bank of the flats)
Cleveland, Ohio

4-8pm

*Part Reggae Sundays

EVENT #3:

"2nd Annual Reggae Family Picnic"

Whiskey Island/Sunset Grille

Music By:
New Horizon
Flex Crew

Live performance by:
Umojah Nation

4-10 pm

This is a Free Event!

Who's says there's nothing to do on a Sunday??

Pulling out the (cute) rainboots,

Bashy

Beenie Man - giving back....

2009-08-21T11:28:00.000-07:00

Telecommunications company LIME along with dancehall entertainer Moses Davies, (AKA Beenie Man), donated computers to the Half-Way-Tree Police Station in St Andrew.

The Hewlett Packard units, were personnally handed over at the station by Davis; LIME's vice-president of service delivery, Howard Mollison; and Errol K Miller, the company's regional vice-president of corporate communications.

To read more, click here.

Pics from Jamaican Independence Picnic at Kerruish Park..

2009-08-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

..posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland's Bashment Gallery

To view now, click here!

Enjoy!

Bashy

Jamaica takes on the World...

2009-08-15T03:56:00.000-07:00

....and Usain running with YAAMS!

11 Jamaicans will bow into action as the highly anticipated 12th IAAF World Championships. Jamaica will be hoping to surpass the record 10 medals - one gold, six silver and three bronze - won in Osaka 2007, even as our athletes try to put behind them distraction of a training camp dispute, as well as a drugs scandal.

To read more, click here.

International Dancehal Queen Title returns to Jamaica

2009-08-10T19:39:00.000-07:00

We have a winner!

After a two-year hiatus, the coveted Red Label Wine International Dancehall Queen title returned to Jamaica when Tavia Morris, a 25-year-old nail technician, from Montego Bay was crowned champion at the Pier One Complex on the Waterfront last Saturday, It was the 14th staging of the world's largest dancehall dancing competition.

To read more, click here.

TODAY!!!!! Jamaican Independence Celebration - Part 2

2009-08-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

If you missed all the fun at Luke Easter last week, be sure to join in at Kerruish for even more fun!

Jamaican Independence Celebration

2K9

Kerruish Park
170th and Tarkington
Cleveland, Ohio

Starting at 1pm!

Cricket Matches all day

Music By:

Black Scorpio

and

Rich Lowe

See you there!

Bashy B

Celebrate Jamaica Independence Day - Wear Yuh Colors August, 6th

2009-08-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Join Jamaicans all over the globe and show your support for Jamaica's Independence Day by wearing clothing/shoes with the colors of the Jamaican flag Green, Black and Gold (Yellow).
Join Jamaicans all over the globe and show your support for Jamaica on our Independence Day (August 6th) by wearing clothing/shoes with the colors of the Jamaican flag, Green, Black and Gold (Yellow). We are aiming for people all over world to wear Green, Black and Yellow for this celebration every year.

Jamaica has influenced the world with our food, music and culture. Join millions of people all over the world in this symbolic celebration and let them know it is Jamaica Independence Day.

Each color in the flag is symbolic: the black stands for hardship, the green for both hope and the fertile land, and the gold for wealth and sunshine. (Original)
The flag’s original symbolism is “Hardships there are, but the Land is green and the Sun shineth.”

New Symbolism as of 1996: Hardships there are but the land is green and the sun shineth" is the symbolism of the Flag. Black symbolizes the strength and creativity of the Jamaican people; Gold, for natural wealth and beauty of sunlight; and Green stands for hope and agricultural resources.

Spread the word and don't forget to wear Yuh Colors on August 6th, Jamaica’s Independence Day!!!

It all leads to this - The 2009 Red Wine Label International Dancehall Queen Competition THIS Saturday!!

2009-07-30T13:46:00.000-07:00

Big up Detroit’s own Empress (winner of the Detroit Dancehall Queen Contest), Chicago’s Brat (winner of the Midwest Dancehall Queen Contest) and Bay City’s Acacia as they represent in the 2009 Red Label Wine International Dancehall Queen Competition THIS Saturday in Montego Bay, Jamaica. (Much love to DHQ Selebrity in the place for moral support!) Good luck ladies!

Picture it – it was 1997 when this small little known competition, set in the small community of Flanker’s Montego Bay began fast forward 10 + years to its current incarnation as an internationally known event held annually at Pier One in Montego Bay.

The Red Label Wine International Dancehall Queen Competition has become an event with far-reaching appeal while creating a global fan base. Long before the event gained some recognition with Junko as the first foreign winner of the competition there has been some degree of overseas participation in the event. Junko’s win has created a huge following from the Japanese as they have become the most prominent groups in recent years at the Competition.

To read more, click here...

Rain Rain go away.....

2009-07-26T03:20:00.000-07:00

TODAY!!!

Soccer at the park!

(Voted 2008 Criss List BEST Family Friendly Event!)

This week's matches:

6:30pm Garfield-vs-CiMiGiMi

AND

7:30pm Village-vs-XXX!!

Nobody moves, nobody gets hurt...Yellowman INVADES Cleveland TOMORROW night! (okay, we HAD to say it....)

2009-07-23T00:00:00.000-07:00

Jamaica's first dancehall superstar, Yellowman ushered in a new era in Reggae music following Bob Marley's death. His early-'80s success brought the popularity of toasting (dancehall inspired rapping) to a whole new level, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. Yellowman was one of the most verbally nimble toasters of his time, with a loose, easy flow, a talent for improvisation, and a definite wit in his wordplay. Plus, all the boasting about his prowess on the mic or in the bedroom had to be over the top to be convincing: true to his stage name, Yellowman was an albino, which carries a tremendous social stigma in Jamaica. Bouts with cancer pushed him into more thoughtful, socially conscious territory in the '90s, but his initial style remains the most influential, paving the way for countless dancehall toasters to follow.

Yellowman was born Winston Foster in Negril, Jamaica, in 1959 (or 1956). An early target for abuse because of his albinism, he grew up in an institution in Kingston, with little to keep him company besides music. Influenced by early toasting DJs like U-Roy, he practiced rhyming and got a job with the Gemini Sound System as a substitute DJ. Christening himself Yellowman and dressing in a bright yellow suit, he peppered his lyrics with jokes about his skin color and outlandish tales of his sexual conquests. In 1979, he won a landslide victory at the well-known Tastee Talent Contest, and within months he had become one of Jamaica's top concert draws, thanks to a dynamic, humorous stage show in which he often used the microphone to mimic his anatomical gifts.

Yellowman recorded prolifically in the early '80s, at one point flooding the Jamaican market with more than 40 singles. His first full-length album, ‘Them a Mad Over Me’, was recorded for Channel One in 1981 and featured the hit title track and the single "Me Kill Barnie," an answer record to Lone Ranger's hit "Barnabas Collins." He also scored with singles like "Operation Eradication" and "Shorties," (the tume which Peter Tosh condemned as degrading to women).

Despite this success, Yellowman didn't truly hit his stride on record until he hooked up with groundbreaking dancehall producer Henry "Junjo" Lawes. The 1982 LP Mister Yellowman kicked off their collaboration; released internationally by Greensleeves, it started to break him in the U.K. and U.S., and is still often acclaimed as his best album. It also launched a series of Jamaican hit singles over the next few years that included including "Yellowman Getting Married" (a rewrite of the My Fair Lady number "I'm Getting Married in the Morning"), "Mr. Chin," "Who Can Make the Dance Ram" (a rewrite of "The Candy Man"), "Zungguzungguguzungguzeng" (sampled by several hip-hop acts), "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly," "Soldier Take Over," "Nobody Move Nobody Get Hurt," and "Wreck a Pum Pum".
After 1983's Zungguzungguguzungguzeng album, Yellowman signed a major-label deal with CBS Records, which encouraged him to maintain the stylistic versatility of his previous work. However, his lone album for the label, 1984's King Yellowman, sported mixed results, attempting everything from slack toasts to R&B and pop-tinged crossover tracks, including covers of "Sea Cruise" and "Take Me Home Country Roads," and the much-maligned fusion attempt "Disco Reggae."

He subsequently released several albums on Shanachie, including 1984's Nobody Move Nobody Get Hurt, 1985's Galong Galong Galong, 1986's Going to the Chapel, and 1987's Don't Burn It Down. The latter found him delving more into social consciousness; the title cut was a pro-marijuana protest, while "Stop Beat Woman" condemned domestic violence, and "Free Africa" criticized apartheid. Around the same time, he suffered a bout with throat cancer, but fortunately recovered. He returned to action with the hit Fats Domino cover "Blueberry Hill," and moved to the Ras label to record the well-received Yellow Like Cheese album with producer Philip "Fatis" Burrell.

By 1985, his popularity decreased and after an early-'90s bout with skin cancer, Yellowman completely rethought his approach to music, and thereafter devoted himself almost exclusively to spiritual and social concerns. 1994's Prayer album (still on Ras) was the first effort in this new direction, and it was followed quickly by Message to the World in 1995. 1997's Freedom of Speech continued in a similar vein, after which Yellowman switched over to the Artists Only label. His first effort was 1999's Yellow Fever, which concentrated on conscious reggae but also featured some good-natured party tracks. New York followed in 2003, and Round 1 in 2005.

It all goes down THIS Friday, July 24th The Grog Shop presents dancehall icon, Yellowman. For more information, visit: www.grogshop.gs

Feeling Nostalgic,

Bashy

Introducing The 2009 Ms. Jamaica Universe...

2009-07-21T02:46:00.000-07:00

Carolyn Yapp, a stunning 25 year old Interior Designer was recently crowned Miss Jamaica Universe 2009 to loud cheers and prolonged applause from the small audience in attendance at The Refuge at Villa Ronai.

To read more, click here.

Feeling Royal,

Bashy

Bashment Review and Pics: 4th Annual Midwest Dancehall Competition..

2009-07-19T07:24:00.000-07:00

..posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland!

To view now, click here.

Enjoy,

Bashy

It's that time of year again! Annual Caribbean Picnic - TOMORROW!!!

2009-07-17T05:46:00.000-07:00

5th Annual Caribbean Picnic
(AKA 'Trini' Picnic)

Cleveland Metro Parks
5024 Valley Pkwy
Cleveland, OH 44126- 2875

10am - 8pm

Great family friendly event
Bring food (and some to share), games activities
T-Shirts on sale!

For more info: sweettnt@hotmail.com!

Marcia's 50th Birthnite Bash 'Live your Life' - Reviews and pics

2009-07-15T08:11:00.000-07:00

To view now, click here!

Catching up,

Bashy

Cleveland - Detroit LINK UP! Charly Black in Detroit...

2009-07-14T02:17:00.000-07:00

...pics in Chat 'Bout Cleveland Bashment Gallery!

To view now, click here.

Still catching up,

Bashy!

The 2009 Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition = pure MADNESS!!!

2009-07-13T04:50:00.000-07:00

Congratulation to Brat Winner of 2009 Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition! Chi Town's Brat will compete next month in The International Dancehall Queen Competition in Montego Bay next month! For video of Brat's SHUT down performance, click here!

Stay tuned to CBC for review and pics!

Detroit - We (FINALLY) have a winner!

2009-07-10T09:53:00.000-07:00

After 3 years, over 100 posts and countless reviews and articles, this BY far was the most challenging review to write. Many of you knew the drama surrounding Detroit’s 2009 Dancehall Queen Competition and as of Saturday, July 10th at about 3am, the saga as we know it (finally) came to an end as Detroit crowed it’s 2009 Dancehall Queen…

So it is only fitting that this article can finally be written, about 3 weeks later! Yes, many of you logged on to see what CBC had to say, but the story of the ‘longest dancehall queen contest in history’ has finally ended -

..Or with all the highs and lows, has it just begun?

To read review, click here.

Whew!

Bashy

Dancehall Throwback: Mad danca John Hype in Cleveland (2007)

2009-07-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

Here is a great video from DHQ Destiny's video vault. Although it was only a little over 2 years ago, you see a lot of faces and wonder, 'Awww, what happenened to her/him?' Big up Flava Unit for a sell off bash. It was great to see Dailey's rock that night....

To view now, click here.

To read the review from this event, click here.

Feeling Nostalgic,

Bashy

Who will (finally) wear the crown?

2009-07-06T15:43:00.000-07:00

You decide!

Voting has begun for the much anticipated ROUND 2 of the Detroit Dancehall Queen Competition.

Hurry! Voting ends THIS WEDNESDAY and the 2nd place winner moves on to The 4th Annual Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition in Chicago THIS Saturday!

To check the videos and cast your vote, click here.

Still judging,

Bashy

The Countdown Begins...

2009-07-06T00:16:00.000-07:00

...to the much anticipated 4th Annual Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition in Chicago THIS Saturday!

Why is Chat 'Bout Cleveland so excited?

To find out, click here.

For more information about THe 4th Annual Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition, visit, http://www.chicagoreggae.com/.

Getting Ready,

Bashy

We know, we know...we OWE you!

2009-06-30T01:16:00.000-07:00

Since this summer has Chat 'Bout on the move, yes, we fell a little behind.. Check CBC's bashment gallery for pics from Nunkie and Shawnee's Birthnite Bash AND Makka B's donation dance...To view now, click here.

What happened in the D, you ask? Stay tuned!

Enjoy!

Bashy

Damn.....

2009-06-25T19:54:00.000-07:00

Anyone who truly knows me, knows how much I loved Michael Jackson. Never have I had a heavy heart for someone I didn't personally know, but.....D A M N !!

In shock - does that even sound right???

Bashy

Cleveland - Detroit: LINKUP!!!

2009-06-23T00:00:00.000-07:00

Stay tuned to Chat 'Bout Cleveland for pics and review from the 2009 Detroit Dancehall Queen Competition...

Big up Detroit for showing the Cleveland masses mad love and support!!

All warm and fuzzy,

Bashy

Chat 'Bout News: Usain Bolt ROBBED!

2009-06-21T18:02:00.001-07:00

To read more, click here.

Chat 'Bout Cleveland: On Tour!

2009-06-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

As the weather gets warmer…Dancehall Queen Competitions emerge throughout the country as all roads lead to the 2009 International Dancehall Queen Competition in Montego Bay. With participants from near and far, CBC decided to check a few of the competitions first hand…..

Chat ‘Bout Cleveland is headed north to Detroit for the much anticipated 2009 Detroit Dancehall Queen Competition this weekend followed by a visit to Chi-Town for the 2009 Midwest Dancehall Queen Competition in July! Stay tuned to CBC with a full recap of all these events….and a few surprises along the way!!!

Pon di Road

Bashy

Pics from 'Dancehall VS. Hip Hop'...

2009-06-16T06:06:00.001-07:00

posted on www.chatboutcleveland.com!

To view now, click here!

Enjoy!

Bashy

Chat 'Bout Cleveland: Our 200th Post!

2009-06-11T19:25:00.000-07:00

Picture it: A few years ago, a few of Cleveland's reggae dancehall lovers came up with a concept: to 'report' the who-what-when- and where in the Cleveland reggae scene. The competition was steep, but the love of the music carried on and now look how we have grown...

www.chatboutcleveland.com - our online home!
www.myspace/chatboutcleveland.com - Your place or mine?
www.facebook.com - Finally!

Thanks for all the support from other online reggae communities; detroitreggae.com, columbuscaribbean.com, chicagoreggae.com, pittsburghreggae.net and of course, clevelandreggae.com!

Keep reading Cleveland (and beyond) and thanks for your support!

What's next?

Bashy

MR.VEGAS announces Sassa Step Contest and Video Shoot.

2009-06-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

The latest dance craze from Jamaica, the Sassa Step, created by Mundo of the Ravers Clavers, is sweeping the Caribbean and North America this summer.

Mr. Vegas is calling out all dancers for a chance to grab your 15 minutes of fame. Super-talented ‘sassa steppers’ can now record themselves doing the Sassa Step and send it to sassastepcompetition@gmail.com.

To read more, click here...

Good Luck,

Bashy

Pics from Mix and Blend Spring Color Affair....

2009-06-07T08:26:00.001-07:00

....posted on Chat 'Bout Cleveland's Bashment Gallery! To view now, click here.

Enjoy!

Bashy

BREAKING NEWS: Gregory Isaacs at Grog Shop CANCELLED! (damn, again!)

2009-06-04T14:06:00.000-07:00

The stageshow featuring
Gregory Isaacs scheduled for tomorrow night is CANCELLED!

BUT-

All are still invited to the Grog Shop for a bash featuring Cleveland Band, Jah Messenger and Packy Malley spinning some reggae tunes for the masses!

It all goes down at 9pm!

Still want more bash? Click here.

Awwwww,

Bashy

Hey..Better LATE than never...

2009-05-30T20:57:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day Weekend: 3 bashes = MADNESS!

To see pics from Lady Spyda's Bash and Daggerin', click here!

To see review and pics from the All White Affair, click here!

A whole LOT of things going on!

Bashy!

Carlos Jones and the PLUS band featured on Channel 3 Morning Show TOMORROW!

2009-05-28T18:37:00.000-07:00

Be sure to catch WKYC Channel 3 News TOMORROW morning for the feature on Carlos Jones and the P.L.U.S. in celebration of the release of the new CD, ‘Leave A Trail’.

Channel 3 News Today airs tomorrow morning from 5 to 7 am.

A little early for you? That is what TIVO is for…

Wide awake,

Bashy

Carlos Jones and the P.L.U.S. celebrates release of new CD, “Leave A Trail” (with parties in Akron AND Cleveland)

2009-05-27T02:38:00.000-07:00

Little Fish Records announces the release of “Leave a Trail” a new CD by Carlos Jones & The P.L.U.S. Band (aka The Peace, Love, Unity Syndicate). To celebrate the release, the band will be hold release parties in Akron, on May 28th and Cleveland on May 29th.

"Leave A Trail” comes after a series of career milestones for the Jones including turning 50, performing as a musician for 30 years and the 10 year reunion of his previous group, First Light. It has been 20 years since the release of the first CD, “Meltdown” and 5 years since, “Roots with Culture”.

To read more, click here.

Kartel threatens Mavado….on the charts….

2009-05-25T07:55:00.000-07:00

Mavado with ‘I’m So Bless’ continues to grip the #1 spot, spending its second week at the position while Vybz Kartel’s tune, ‘Last Man Standing’ is making good on its threat to snatch the number one spot. It's only a matter of time before The Teacha claims yet another number one.

To read more, click here...

Usain Bolt returns from crash with World Record

2009-05-19T00:00:00.000-07:00

MANCHESTER, England – Usain Bolt ran the world's fastest 150 meters to win a soggy street sprint on Sunday that marked his return to competition after a car crash left him requiring minor foot surgery.
The triple Olympic champion ran down Manchester's main thoroughfare in windy conditions, finishing in 14.35 seconds to break Donovan Bailey's 12-year-old world best of 14.99 in the rarely run 150. Pietro Mennea of Italy ran in a hand-timed 14.8 in 1983.

To read more, click here.

Chat 'Bout Cleveland (finally) on FACEBOOK!

2009-05-16T03:34:00.000-07:00

Okay, we get it.

Chat 'Bout Cleveland likes to be up to the time (yes, we are a little late) BUT, we can take a hint...

So for all the CBC readers in Cleveland and beyond suggesting we get on Facebook, here is goes:

Chatbout Cleveland's Profile Create Your Badge

Now, be our friend, PLEASE???

Worried about Twitter,

Bashy

Detroit announces Dancehall Queen Competition, June 20, 2009

2009-05-14T12:00:00.000-07:00

Reggae Gurlz Entertainment in association with Big Head Promotions present The Detroit Dancehall Queen Competition on Saturday, June 20th at the Kind Grand Lodge neat Downtown Detroit.

To read more, click here...

Hip Hop Showdown at 'Best of the Best' in Miami....

2009-05-11T00:00:00.000-07:00

It's proven that hip-hop originated from rap, which was spawned from dub, which is the stepchild of reggae, whose current offspring is dancehall. It's also a fact that no other music event in North America showcases reggae and hip-hop like BEST OF THE BEST....

To read more, click here.

Got tickets?

Bashy

Mother's Day Playlist

2009-05-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

What better way to honor mom with some great tunes? Chat ‘Bout Cleveland decided to dig deep to find a list of reggae/dancehall tunes dedicated to dear mom...

Here are a few from the list:

Mama, Alaine
Mama’s Blessing, Anthony Cruz
Mama Cry, Beenie Man
Mother’s Cry, Buju Banton
Mama’s Blessing, Anthony Cruz
Honour Your Father and Mother, Desmond Becker

My Mama, Einstein

Mama, Gyptian
This Is One for You Mama, Jah Cure
Mother’s Call, Judy Mowatt
Mamma Don’t Cry, Mavado
Mother, O Mother, Reggae Bubblers
Mamma I Love you, Sean Paul
Mama Still Hungry (Stinkin’ Rich), Serani
Thank U Momma, Sizzla

Mamma, Vybz Kartel
Mama, Wrath Riley

Think you know a few we may have missed? Link us! chat_bout_cleveland@hotmail.com

Happy Mother's Day!

Bashy

Going South? Collie Buddz in Columbus CANCELLED (dammit!)

2009-05-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Roots announces the cancellation of the May 16th Stage Show featuring Dancehall sensation Collie Buddz in Columbus, Ohio. The promoter, Roots, cites reasons 'beyond their control' for the cancellation. For information regarding ticket refund inquiries, contact Roots Records at: 614.294.7611 or by email: www.rootsrecords.com.

(deeeeep sigggghhhhh),

Bashy :(

Beres Hammond, Queen Ifrica, Mavado amoung winners at 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards

2009-05-06T03:00:00.000-07:00

To read more and view list of 2008 winners, click here.

Packy Malley announces 18th Annual Midwest Reggae Festival at Nelson Ledges!

2009-05-02T09:46:00.000-07:00

Beres Hammond! Freddie McGregor! Tarrus Riley and MORE! For information, click here!

Can't Wait,

Bashy

Vybz Kartel banned from Grenada

2009-04-30T00:00:00.000-07:00

One of Dancehall's best lyricists Vybz Kartel has been banned from performing on Grenadian soil at a concert scheduled for Saturday (May 2, 2009).

To read more, click here.

May 24th - Miami - WOW!!!

2009-04-28T05:11:00.001-07:00

All roads lead to Miami - Memorial Day Weekend!!!

Here is a partial list of performers - More to come...

Bounty Killa
Beenie Man
Capleton
Ce’Cile
Cocoa Tea
Elephant Man
Flippa Mafia
Kiprich
Jabba
Marcia Griffiths
Matterhorn
Mavado
Serani
Spice
Wayne Wonder

Can I go with you?

Bashy