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As the United States celebrate Black History Month by highlighting and recognizing the contributions of people of color, let us not forget the many impact of the West Indian diaspora in the various facets of life such as sports, namely cricket. Introduced by early English colonists throughout the various islands, cricket was a sport of gentlemen and military personnel. The inclusion of black players in the West Indies team marked a moment of democratic integration in society, and the talented West Indies players helped to overturn an existing idea of racial supremacy. Historians state that cricket, besides the Native American sport lacrosse, was both the first organized team sport and the first major team sport in the United States as it was played by British colonists in North America. Although the sport lost its popularity, immigrants to the United States from traditional cricket playing nations such as the West Indies have helped to encourage and stimulate the growth of the game and its resurgence. Taking his place in cricket history is Mr. Lawrence "Yagga" Rowe once described by Michael Holding, his team mate, as "the best batsman I ever saw". He made his debut for Jamaica in 1968–69 history on his Test match debut v New Zealand at Sabina Oval, Kingston in 1972, scoring 214 and 100 not out, the first time that a cricketer had scored a double and single century on Test debut. On Sunday March 6th, 2016, Mr. Lawrence Rowe will host the highly anticipated Annual Cricket Legends Weekend Exhibition Cricket Match alongside such Legends as "The Great" Barry Richards (South Africa), Lawrence Rowe (Jamaica), Joel Gardner (Barbados), Augustine Logie (Trinidad), Faoud Bacchus, Lance Gibbs, Ramnaresh Sarwan (Guyana), Desmond Haynes, Rohan Kanhai, Alvin Kallicharran and many more legendary cricketer to be announced. The exhibition cricket match will feature two games, Game 1 from 10AM to 2PM, and Game 2 from 3PM to 7PM. The event will also have a kids zone, batting cage and much more for a family day of fun. Please visit www.LawrenceRowe.org Sponsorship/Information: (888) 615-0181 Early Bird Tickets: General Admission $15 - VIP $65 (Access to players, complimentary food & drinks)

Serena Williams is in Jamaica where her foundation built a basic school in Trelawny. After giving a helping the beauty is taking a well deserve vacation. Williams is staying at the Canoe Cove on the Beach on Old Fort Bay a 10,000 sq ft spot located in Ocho Rios, and rents for an insane $20k per week ... but with 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms it sleeps 14 people. According to the listing site FlipKey.com ... the home gives you access to a pool, hot tub, and get this ... your own private boat to cruise the high sea. View property below.....

Marsha G. Bernard the common-law wife of Flippa Moggela was sentenced Friday to 21 years in prison for her role in an international drug ring. Bernard, 34, was convicted at trial in December on charges of cocaine distribution, money laundering and conspiracy. She was part of a group that used the U.S. Postal Service and other delivery services to bring large amounts of cocaine from California to South Jersey, the state Attorney General's Office said. Superior Court Judge John imposed a 15-year prison term, with six years of parole ineligibility for the distribution charge. Bernard faces a consecutive six-year term for money laundering under a sentence. However, 37-year-old Andrew K. Davis aka Flippa Moggela who was found guilty along Marsha in December was granted a retrial. The new trial date is set for May 23. Flippa Moggela’s brothers Kemar and Roger Davis are awaiting sentencing after the two accepted plea bargains.

Music Video shot by Amplify Entertainment Group - Nashville Reggae Cover of Justin Bieber's "Love Yourself" from the album Purpose!

OMI nominated for NickelodeonTV's "Favourite New Artist" . Other artist in this category includes Alessia Cara, DNCE, Shawn Mendes, Silento and Walk the Moon. The Kids’ Choice Awards return to the Forum in L.A. on March 12 and will air live at 8pm on Nickelodeon. VOTE NOW

Toronto, Ontario (February 9, 2016) - HENDRIXROE is the passion of an upcoming Canadian based fashion designer, Jordan Erin McKay (JEM). JEM has created the HENDRIXROE fashion label and associated "By Appointment Only" fashion boutique to appeal and cater to an affluent and trend setting clientele. From a young age JEM played dress-up in her mothers extravagant closet, where paying close attention to the details became engrained in her ideals: Construction, fabric, and fine lines over popular labels. JEM's designer story is one of a fairytale that makes even the most cynical believe in fate. Following in her family’s foot steps - Jordan was on her way to becoming a lawyer when one fateful day (while on a flight to Vancouver), her whole life changed. A stranger - turned investor and mentor, made her see that there is no money in the world that can compare to doing what you love, so she took the leap of faith and HENDRIXROE was born. "You never know who you are sitting beside… Once your destiny meets you it won't be a minute too late or a moment too early you just need to be willing to take that leap." JEM has always yearned to design menswear, and she is honored to be debuting her very first Men’s collection at TOM * alongside her collaborator, long time Friend, Actor Rainbow Sun Francks . Together they create looks that every man yearns to wear. Rainbow Sun Francks is a Canadian film and television host/actor who is most known for his roles as a Much Music VJ as well as Stargate Atlantis and The Listener. Fashion and design has always been a big part of his life - handed down from his parents who always made sure his eye for originality was nurtured. He started designing clothing for himself as a teen and later designed shirts for his hip-hop group The Oddities in his 20s... "Jordan and I lived together in Vancouver and would often spend days at a time locked away with a pad of paper, some markers, a printer and sewing machine. Destroying and rebuilding sweaters and blazers I didn't wear anymore and emerge with some fantastical wearables. It was magic. It has always been his dream to create a high level men's wear line and this collaboration with JEM of HENDRIXROE has made that fantasy into a tangible reality." What: HENDRIXROE Men’s Collection Debut at TOM* (Toronto Men’s Fashion Week) TOMFW When: Wednesday, February 24, 16 Where: 444 Yonge Street Time: 9:00PM

Gyptian ft. Lady Leshurr - All On Me (Diztortion Remix) | Official Music Video Shot in Kingston, Jamaica. Directed by: RD Studios | Jamaica Creative Direction: VP Records | Christina Chin, Stephen Chin, Stephanie Chin, Andrew Grey + Rogen 'Ruption' Walker

Beauty To My Life - Christopher Martin Produced by: Kirkledove Records Since his rise to fame after winning Digicel Rising Stars, reggae crooner Christopher Martin has accrued many accolades with his distinctive voice and memorable lyrics. His music has remained a constant presence on worldwide charts, and videos on rotation. Just in time for the romance that February brings with Valentines Day, KirkleDove Records is delivering " Beauty To My Life " performed by Christopher Martin . Single will be available on iTunes. KirkleDove is a production company owned by Drummer, Songwriter, Producer, Lyricist, Artiste Kirk 'Kirkledove' Bennett . The production label has been delivering work on the Reggae /Dancehall scene since 2004 but got major exposure and notoriety with the ' Dutch Pot' Riddim with the mega hit 'Tek weh yuhself' by Mr. Vegas. Since then many other Riddims have made it to the worldwide market from Kirkledove Records . In 2015 the label released: ' The Devil have a way' - Lady Saw , ' Healing of the Nation' - Patexx , ' Ruff Har Up - Koshens , ' Bad Gyal Wine - QQ and ' Style Dem Again ' - Busy Signal on the Street Corner Riddim. Kirkledove Records starts 2016 with the release of an up tempo, catchy crossover song performed by Christopher Martin called 'Beauty in my life ' which makes the singer's voice float on bold instrumental, that reminiscent of our Latin neighbours. PREVIEW "BEAUTY TO MY LIFE" BELOW

With a resounding yes it is clear that Animaze Daze fills a void in the animation community at the larger festivals such as Cannes and Berlin. This year, into the second edition, the Animation Day will bring a more comprehensive and very ambitious program featuring guest animators, panels, homages, accolades, networking opportunities, demos and party! If you have animation, if you want animation, if you like animation, if you look for financiers and partners in animation...just block your agenda for May 18th. Contact us at bruno@m21entertainment.com or laurie@animazefestival.com for more info. Get involved! Submit your work to be listed in the Animation Catalo, and enter your details in the Who's Where in Cannes Animation

Event March 6-17 to celebrate United Nation International Women's Day and Zero Discrimination Day. IFFWSZ is part of a big festival group www.internationalfilmfestivals.org established as support to the mission of United Nations to promote peace and humanity. Our festival group past winners include many Hollywood stars and directors, Humanitarian Heroes, Nobel Prize Winners and World Leaders. Our events have been covered by hundreds of media and attended by thousands. Besides Best Film, we awards Awards of Excellence, Platinum Award, Gold Award. Hundreds of films will be scheduled to screen in 2016. To all women and social issue filmmakers, we offer 20 percents off with code WomenDay2016 . SUBMIT NOW

Following up on the success of " Your Number " featuring popular American rapper Fetty Wap , multi-talented Ayo Jay is back from several overseas performances and appearances to touch the New York and New Jersey stage. The hot single which spurred a viral online dance #yournumberayojay , has been blazing the airwaves thanks to faithful fans and the blogmosphere. Known for fusing Dancehall, R&B, Hip Hop and Afrobeats, Ayo Jay's prolific lyrics are only rivaled by his exciting onstage presence. Fans and music lovers will get a chance to experience and meet the young budding star when he takes the stage on February 13th, 2016 at the Buzz Nightclub in Brooklyn NY, and on March 12th, 2016 at De Island Breeze in Somerset, NJ. Produced by Melvitto , Ayo Jay "Your Number" featuring Fetty Wap received international attention from such media such as the prestigious publication The Source magazine, Okay Africa, and the JamaicaSTAR newspaper. Explaining how the collaboration came about,Ayo explained "The CEO of One Nation was already in contact with Fetty and some of his representatives. He played the song to them and they seemed to like it a lot. A collaboration was spoken about right there and not long after it happened. I was already feeling Fetty's sound and I thought it would complement well with mine on the song. I'm glad we made it happen." Ayo Jay " Your Number " featuring Fetty Wap is available on iTunes.

MPR Consulting - Kicking off the new year and in time for lover's week, soulful reggae recording artist Omari Banks is delivering "Me & You" produced by multi- platinum, multi-Grammy nominee, Jason “J-Vibe” Farmer . Music and love transcend all, they are felt with the heart and soul, a universal language that we can all relate, and incorporating the two, Omari tells a stirring story of lost, love and perseverance. Speaking of the moving song, Omari explains "My inspiration was actually observing relationships and how they can get complicated when outside influences come into the equation. Sometimes all that is needed to bring things back a healthy and good position is the two parties working things out themselves. The song is about a couple who've been together for a while that are still in love but get caught up with the day to day proceedings They aren't spending the valuable time with each other but they realize this and work toward getting things how its suppose to be "Me&U". If you've been in a relationship then you will relate." Hitting the airwaves, the single has already gathered support and positive feedback from both listeners and broadcasters. "It's a nice groovy sexy song, brother got talent " - DJ Preston, Hot 104 FM in Cayman "This is the next Maxi Priest his blend is full of rhythm and his vocals brings a new life to reggae." - The Gadiethz from The International Morning Ride Show, ZROD 103.7FM Tortola BVI "Omari's music continues to grow and evolve. Me and U is the perfect blend of soul and reggae music." - DJ Stormin Norman, Tropixx 105.5FM in St Maarten "He has a melodious voice, something that is really special. The message within his song is certainly going to be captivating the heart of many and the minds of those who haven't heard real vocals in a long time delivered the way he did. As a connoisseur of music, i honestly support this project, and i think that every media house and broadcaster should support and give it the full weight of supporting good music and bring it to the forefront, definitely a thumbs up from me!" - The Connoisseur, RTC 107FM Turks & Caicos 2015 has been a whirlwind year of touring, honor and recognition for Omari, taking it all in stride the humbled artist is looking forward to a new year with new music, video, performances and spreading musical vibes. Produced by Jason "J-Vibe" Farmer , Omari Banks " Me & You " will be available distributed by VP Records - Vpal.