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Reggae crooner Omari Banks is joining the Royal Family of Reggae, Morgan Heritage on part of their upcoming "Strictly Roots" European tour 2015. Omari who holds a special place in his heart for Europe, has often shared cherished memories of his time as both a professional athlete and as a singer among his European fans. The prolific singer will perform songs from both his acclaimed "Move On Album" such as "No Point To Prove, Unafraid, Jehovah Message, Run Around and Bruised", and new material like his latest single "More Than Friends" to which he recently finished filming the video in Anguilla and St.Maarten. "It's a joy to be performing on the Morgan Heritage European tour. This tour promises to be special for me in so many ways. Its me coming back to Europe a place where ive always enjoyed. The opportunity to share the stage with reggae royalty is a blessing, I am super excited to share my music to a audience that truly loves reggae music." - Omari Banks Omari Banks Tour Dates: Fri Oct 23 - UK Sheffield O2 Academy Sat Oct 24 - UK Birmingham O2 Academy Sun Oct 25 - Netherlands Dordrecht Bibelot Tue Oct 27 - Germany Cologne Underground Wed Oct 28 - Germany Berlin Yaam Fri Oct 30 - France Lyon Le Radian Bellevue Sat Oct 31 - France Paris Dock Pullman Sun Nov 01 - UK London O2 Shepherds Bush Empire Mon Nov 02 - Netherlands Amsterdam Melkweg

After proudly representing Jamaica at the Miss Caraibes Hibiscus International 2014 beauty pageant, in which she was 2nd runner up. Regina Harding will now represent Jamaica at the Miss Supranational 2015 beauty pageant in Poland. The pageant will take place over three weeks and the final show will be held on December 4, 2015. The Miss Supranational pageant was born in 2009 and is synonymous with prestige, glamour and edginess. Most pageant fans would agree that year after year, the final competition is one of the best among all existing international pageants around in terms of overall production. The pageant is now a ranked among the best such as Miss World, Miss Universe and Miss International. Regina will be aiming to become the first Jamaican to make the top 20 Semi-finalist. The semi- finalist will be selected base on their overall performance during the three weeks of competition and during a preliminary interview. The winner will be selected during the live televised final. A panel of judges will evaluate the finalist base on stage presence, runway skills and overall beauty. There is will be no live question and answer segment. If Regina should win Miss Supranational her duties would be to work for charitable causes as well as travelling the world promoting tourism, goodwill among all nations. She will walk away with a cash prize of US $25,000. Regina would like Jamaicans to follow her progress by visiting her facebook,www.facebook.com/misssupranationaljamaica. Fans will have the chance to vote for her to win the Miss Internet award and US $500.

New York, U.S.A (MPR Consulting) - Amid the historic Catch A Fire tour uniting Reggae's legendary families Morgan Heritage , Marleys (Damian Marley, Stephen Marley), and Riley's (Tarrus Riley), tragedy struck the royal siblings when Morgan Heritage's 1st lady Una Morgan fell deathly ill. Una Morgan , the accomplished daughter of veteran reggae crooner Denroy Morgan left the tour due to an emergency illness and was admitted in the hospital as her organs shut down and went into cardiac arrest. Although she had been suffering from a pre-existing thyroid dis-ease. The silent killer caused congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation which is an abnormal heart rhythm. After a week in hospital, Una's health deteriorated and the soulful singer had a cardiac arrest and flat-lined. Speculations and concerns on Una's health have prompted the soulful singer to release the following statement; "To my friends and fans around the world who have been asking where is Una, I want to say first praises be upon the most high in Zion for the second chance he has given me at life. Every day since my release from the hospital tears have filled my eyes and my heart thinking what life would have been like for my children, family and friends if it was really my time. To all please, please do not take for granted or ignore what your spirit and body is trying to tell you. They will never lead you wrong. I want to say to those who knew of my condition thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, and to those who are just now hearing, just know that I am blessed and healing everyday." Besides touring with her siblings, Una was in the mid of adding the finishing touches on her debut solo album, "The Evolution of Me", a musical biography with self-reflection songs and life’s observations penned by Una, as well as gearing up for a December release “Una” by Una Morgan, a fragrance part of her upcoming lifestyle company featuring scented candles, soaps, body lotions to lead into everyday household items. Creating her own exotic signature, "Una" by Una Morgan is an enticing, mouth-watering fragrance that emits a fierce, feminine energy. The intoxicating fragrance is a memorable scent of fresh clean air with a sparkling blend of luscious tropical fruits. With a signature vintage glass flacon both mimicking the sensual curves of a woman’s body, while representing the circle means eternity and unity, "Una" will be released in 2016. A loving mother, dedicated daughter, proud sister, prolific songwriter, entrepreneur and philanthropist (Una has a personal commitment to raise awareness to the cause of hyperthyroidism, and will be building a hospital on her beloved island of Jamaica), Una Morgan's remarkable journey is just beginning "Everyone I look towards and wish you all a blessed healthy prosperous 2016. See you soon" - Una

2015 marks the 15 year anniversary of "Who Let The Dogs Out ?" and will also mark the return of the Baha Men . Grammy Award winning Bahamian band are prepping for their first album release since 2004's Holla! (their final record on S-Curve). The Baha Men issued a brand new album “ Ride With Me ” on October 9th, 2015 their first of a 3 record deal with SONY. It will be an eclusive release in all Walmart stores (also available in all digital outlets). The album is an infectious blend of world music, Junkanoo, and American Top 40. The album’s first single "Off The Leash" will be impacting radio soon. Also included on the new album is "Night & Day" the song was first featured on the 2014 Sony released FIFA World Cup compilation album “One Love, One Rhythm”, that also featured tracks by J Lo, Pitbull, Santana, Shakira, and many others. On July 11th, 2015, the Baha Men won the Bahamian Icons Award for outstanding achievement in music for their song " Night & Day ". Baha Men rose to success in 2000 with the multi platinum international number one smash “ Who Let The Dogs Out ?”. The song is a major staple at sporting events as well as the house music for The Ellen DeGeneres Show . A number of their songs have been used in major motion pictures such as: Rugrats In Paris, Miss Congeniality, Shrek, The Hangover, Rat Race, Around the World in 80 Days and Garfield: The Movie. They also recorded a cover of Elton John's hit "Crocodile Rock" for the film Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course starring the late Steve Irwin and family. The band also made an appearance in the 1994 romantic comedy My Father the Hero starring Gérard Depardieu and Katherine Heigl. " Who Let the Dogs Out? " earned the band several awards: a Grammy Award in 2000 for Best Dance Recording; 2 Billboard Music Award’s for World Music Artist of the Year and World Music Album of the Year; and a Nickelodeon Kids Choice Award for Favorite Song. In 2002, they won another Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Band. The band is currently managed by veteran music industry agent, concert promoter and artist manager Doug Isaac (Meat Loaf, Missing Persons, Katt Williams, Frank Sinatra, Joe Bonamassa, Kevin Hart etc.). The first single to hit radio in September is " Off The Leash" The Baha Men are: Rik Carey - vocals Isaiah Taylor - bass Dyson Knight - vocals Colyn "Mo" Grant - drums Anthony "Monks" Flowers - drums/percussion Leroy "Breaka" Butler - vocals Patrick Carey - guitar Jeffery Chea - keyboards Herschell Small - guitar/music director WEBSITES http://www.bahamen.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BahaMenOficial https://twitter.com/bahamenmusic

Below are top Caribbean women or women with Caribbean roots who we simple adore for one reason or another. These women are also on the rise and are destined for greatness. Moncherie … THE HOMECOMING PRINCESS Move over Rih-Rih because MonCherie is coming and ‘she nuh easy’! Straight from St. Lucia there is a Caribbean pop princess and a movement so strong it’s making you want to shake your BILLY BILLY BOOM BOOM, everywhere [even in the rodeo]. She is now hosting across award shows and the hot topic of every Caribbean and Urban newspaper/blog or magazine and working hard in the studios of Brooklyn, New York by night. Sweet like her mentor Cecile and a serious delivery that keeps us memorized like her idol LADY SAW, expect Mon Cherie to demolish this year. Raaaaaaeeeeee! Adrienne Bailon/ Tamera Mowry … THE MOST POPULAR CLIQUE What happens when your favorite girls from some of the BEST girl groups known to hit the tube, paired up with three most of the hottest girls [in their own respect] with 5 refreshingly different views –and attitudes? ONLY THE BEST CLIQUE, LIKE, EVER! Nuyorican and Ecuadorian singer/actress (formerly from like likes of 3LW, Empire girls and The Cheetah Girls) Adrienne Bailon & everyone’s favorite ‘party sister’ Tamera Mowry (of the epic 90’s sitcom “Sister, Sister”) serves sexy, sassy and sisterhood like never before on the #1 Daytime Talk show “THE REAL”. The Bahamian-American Actress [MOWRY] and now talk show host symbolizes a refreshing and ‘Honest Abe’ views of life in these very fast and secular times, who promotes a relationship with God, interactive motherhood and amazing wife. Meanwhile, Senorita Bailon gives you SU VIDA (your life), with her ‘Empire State of Mind’ attitude infused with her LATINA vernacular and gestures (not to mention BODY for the gods!) besides a new, chart topping talk show, the TWO out of the FIVE phenomenal women (with Loni Love, Jeannie Mai and Tamar Braxton) Bailion and Mowry welcome a new engagement and child, a girl, #2! Congrats and thank you for reminding us that- THIS is our TIME! Spice …. THE WORDSMITH All hail the lyrical Queen pon di SCENE! Grace Hamilton (better known as) SPICE, [if for nothing more than because she makes every tune she hits HOT] since she graced the scene with her witty lyrics, infectious charisma and style. The world fell in LOVE with her at the ROMPING SHOP. We learned how ‘she ah like it’. And as she is killing the charts and the reigning artist on last years’ REGGAE GOLD 2014 she is pulling it up again, lyrically romping with Vybz Kartel on her latest single CONJUGAL VISIT. Kaci Fennell … THE MOST LIKELY TO SUCCED Despite what seemed to be a lackluster decision (to say the least) on the former Miss Jamaica’s fate; Miss Kaci Fennell has showed us the true meaning of beauty outside and within. Fans and supporters of all of life forms, from the smallest little girl in the Caribbean to THE Mr. Donald Trump joined (plus millions more across the world) expressed their disappointment on what seemed to be a universal lost however, Miss Jamaica achieved grater award by winning all of our heaters an affections. Zoe Saldana … THE BEST SMILE Saldana could at one time in her life be described as a ‘Diamond in the Ruff’. The Dominican, Puerto Rican and Lebanese trained ballerina and mega superstar crossover actress grew up in less than RICH but more than WEALTHY childhood. After a tragic car accident took the life of her father, she returned to Dominican Republic with her mother and two sisters [from New Jersey] to practically be reborn. A fish out of water emerged in such a bright light showcasing a developing talents such as: Classical Ballet, Acting and writing. Cut to about 15 years later, there is absolutely no doubt in anyone’s mind that the AVATAR and COLUMBIANA (amongst over more 10 years of back to back box offices smashes) she is now RICH but, even more wealthy with a FINE husband and, a pair of twin boys to BOOT! Zoe truly holds the best Smile award alongside, the best reasons why! Nicki Minaj … THE MOST INFLUENCIAL From love and heartbreak, to incomparable bars and FLAWLESS Empire, this made in Trinidad and grown in Queens [New York City], reigning musical QUEEN has laid down the epitome of the blueprint of a REAL woman’s life journey – just in Pink! All races, genders and ages can has been moved all over the world can relate to the lyrics of Minajs’ PINK PRINT album. The beats, the emotion, the features [from the likes of Lil Wayne, Drake and what Nicki described as her favorite, KING BEY and rumored beau; MEEK MILL] have the world raving about not another “FEMALE RAPPER” but, one of the BEST rappers, businesswomen and influential people of all times in the music industry, she reminds us her ‘BARBZ’ and/or ‘BABYGIRLZ’ that you CAN’T KEEP A GOOD WOMAN DOWN. Mona Scott - Young … MOST CONTREVERSIAL Hate her, or LOVE her you can’t stop talking about her racing productions and up her ratings every Monday night by watching (say it with us kids…) LOVE and HIP HOP – anywhere! Known as the “MOTHER OF RACHET TELEVISION” and, some even refer to her as the ‘DEVIL’; this Haitian-American media Mogul doesn’t let the negativity break her stride. Young’s character and intent is backed by the likes of her employees, the cast mates of her worldwide rated reality shows, such as accomplished artist manger, business shark and star of NEW YORK, Yandi Smith. Mon Amie productions definitely has you shaking your heads, laughing, praying, cussing and HOOKED – at the same, damn time! Diva Nikki Z … MOST RATED She’s a diva; best believe she is one … THE MOST RATED on this list. Let’s start with the fact she is dubbed the ‘Diva of the Dancehall’ (& she’s not even an artist) Angela Yee … THE SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Yes, Angela Yee in a Caribbean Celebrity Honor Roll List! How comes? The Brooklyn born, bi-racial yet, internationally loved radio personality is Half – Asian and Half … (get ready….) Montserratian. This Wesleyan University graduate got her first big break working on Sirius Satellite Radio on the Eminem station and since then has blessed us with interviews that we LIVE for by asking the hardest questions to the biggest celebrities about the most stickiest subject. No need to only ask RIH RIH; Yee, has and still continues to prove that #caribbeangyalrunit from T.V shows to Managing artists – and her most recognizable media endeavor the BREAKFAST CLUB on power 105.1 along with her radio ‘Brothers’ Charlemagne tha GOD and Dj Envy to of NYC and admired around the world. Starlisa … THE ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR This list would not be complete without our busy body Co-editor in Chief of Caribbean Entertainment Magazine! STARLISA is a media force to be reckoned with representing the Dutch and Spanish Caribbean; while looking virtually flawless. Known for many things such as her phenomenal personality to producing skills to her unique look and shark like journalistic proficiency; she is the definitely one to not only watch out for but, keep watching.

“A beauty without bounds” the gorgeous and ageless Althea Laing in 1985 became the Caribbean’s first supermodel by appearing on the cover of Essence magazin Laing on the cover of Essence The former model nicknamed “The star girl” by her dad changed the way the world saw Caribbean models. She went on to grace many other covers, Essence in 1990, Ebony, Chic, Black Elegance and Caribbean Lifestyle. Indeed, Althea Laing is a woman who keeps you on your toes. The stereotypical notion of models being airheads could never be said of Laing. A daughter of Black River, St. Elizabeth, she boasts that her parish was the first to receive electricity in the island. After being the fashion face of the 80s and early 90s, she went on to embrace another of her passions, teaching. Laing founded proud the English Language Academy a tutoring service located in Mandeville, Manchester that caters to students from different schools in and around the parish. Althea is now focused on what was important to her, which was first and foremost family.

'Reggae' a music that is said to mean 'to the King' in Latin, emerges through the channels of Ska and Rocksteady music and known to be a most powerful communicator of messages and ideals. Twarnis Jahfori an upcoming Dancehall/Reggae artiste, said Alkaline and colleagues have violated the culture and if that's not bad enough, his whole movement reveals his ignorance about blackness and even the history of the very music he's making a living from. "It has long been the belief that a 'deliberate corporate decision' was taken to limit culture conscious Reggae music by taking "Jah' out of it." he said. "I give thanks that the true Rastafarian culture still exist among us and have upheld many of us. Rastafarism has taught me about Marcus Garvey and his teachings which I use to guide my own life and intent." Twarnis Jahfori latest single entitled, "Upliftment" best speak to the direction in which he intends to steer his own Dancehall fan base which he believes will increase immensely with time along because "the people need a leader, there's no leader in Dancehall right now, everyone is on a downward spiral, that's not leading. One leads by example." The messages being sent by some of the artistes are not designed for upliftment of our people and the music. "I don't need to call any name for a come up. ALKALINE happen to be one such artist among that group whose music has fallen prey on the minds of young people that needs to be cut off. My voice is what I bring to the industry and my music will be a weapon against depravity as well as a vehicle to englighten, motivate and strengthen people," the Portmore base artiste said. With two new singles, "Upliftment" and "Babylon No Love For You" in rotation, the Jah Works Entertainment Records artiste Twarnis Jahfori looks forward to sharing his ideals and opinions with every opportunity he's given as part of a long term plan to help keep black history relevant in the minds of the younger generation.

The 2015 Mobo Awards is set to takes place at First Direct Arena, Leeds, UK on November 4th. OMI Entertainers OMI, Chronixx, Protoje, Stylo G and Popcaan were all nominated in The Best Reggae Act category. This is the first nomination for both OMI and Protoje and the second nomination for Chronixx and London based Stylo G . This is the fourth nomination for Popcaan. Stylo G won the award for this category last year. This year marks the 20 years of the event, which recognizes artists of any ethnicity or nationality performing black music and will be hosted by Sarah-Jane Crawford Fans can vote for their favorite acts from 9am on October 1st. See full list of nominees below......... Best Male Skepta Mark Ronson Krept & Konan JME Stormzy Best Female FKA Twigs Little Simz Ella Eyre Lianna La Havas Jess Glyne Best Album The Long Way Home - Krept & Konan Integrity - JME Blood - Lianne La Havas Snakes & Ladders - Wiley In Colour- Jamie XX Best Song in Association with First Direct Uptown Funk- Mark Ronson Feat. Bruno Mars Shutdown- Skepta Not Letting Go - Tinie Tempah Feat. Jess Glynne Man Don't Care - JME Feat. Giggs Freak of the Week - Krept & Konan Best Video Know Me From - Stormzy Pendulum - FKA Twigs Body On Me - Rita Ora Feat. Chris Brown Fester Skank- Lethal Bizzle Glass & Patron- FKA Twigs Best Newcomer in Association with Virgin Trains East Coast Bugzy Malone Section Boyz Nao Bonkaz Nick Brewer George The Poet J Hus Snakehips Sinead Harnett Yungen Best International Album If You're Reading This It's Too Late- Drake 2014 Forest Hill Drive - J. Cole To Pimp A Butterfly - Kendrick Lamar Compton: A Soundtrack by Dr. Dre - Dr. Dre Beauty Behind The Madness - The Weeknd Black Messiah - D'Angelo Reality Show - Jazmine Sullivan Ego Death - The Internet Black Rose - Tyrese At. Long. Last. ASAP- A$AP Rocky Best Grime in Association with BBC Radio 1Xtra Bugzy Malone JME Lethal Bizzle Skepta Stormzy Best Hip Hop Akala Krept and Konan Nines Little Simz Lady Leshurr Best RNB/Soul Act Kwabs Andreya Triana Shakka Lianne La Havas Joss Stone Best African Fuse ODG Davido Wizkid Patoranking Moelogo Yemi Alade Aka Mista Silva Shatta Wale Silvastone Best Reggae Stylo G Chronixx Omi Popcaan Protoje Best Jazz Binker and Moses Julia Biel Courtney Pine David Lyttle Polar Bear Best Gospel Chos3n Olaedo Ibe Leroy Johnson Ni-Cola Faith Child

Jody-Kay James on Sunday night won the Digicel Rising Star competition held at the Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston, Jamaica. Going into the last night of competition, it was all down to singers J ody-Kay James and Marsha K who had clawed their way to the top. In the end, Jody-Kay a teacher at the St Andrew Technical High School proved she had what it takes to be crowned the winner. She walked away with a total of 11 prizes including $1 million, a development contract with the Ashe Performing Arts Company, airline tickets from Fly Jamaica, a record deal, an album distribution deal, and a Huawei Smartphone. Second place went to Marsha K (Given name Marsha Kennedy) , who previously didn’t make it to the top 10, but was brought back into the competition as judge Conroy Wilson's wildcard. She went home with $600,000, a Huawei Smartphone, and a development contract from the Ashe Company. Anna Maria , who was placed third the week prior was awarded $400,000. Jody-Kay joins such champions as Christopher Martin, Romain Virgo and last year’s winner T-Rizzy and some of whom have found their own pop stardom.

Author Ayana Malaika Crichlow recently wrote an article for the Huffington Post entitled “ Nicki Minaj Doesn't Represent My Trinidad” Crichlow, who is from Trinidad believes Nicki doesn’t represent her Trini roots, but rather she acts more like a Jamaican, from her accent to her dance moves. Criclow stated initially she thought Minaj background was Jamaican because she dresses like a “dancehall queen”. “I thought her background was Jamaican because her attire was reminiscent of a dancehall queen to me, and I was shocked when they said she was Trini” . She also pointed out Minaj has the ability to mimic anything from an English accent to a Spanish accent, but rarely if ever using her authentic Trinidadian voice. Read full article below……… Nicki Minaj has been one celebrity I have not wanted to write anything about because I can't decide how I feel about her. Honestly, I really don't know if I like her or not. The fact that she is Trini always had me reserving my initial opinion of her, waiting to see if there will be some redeeming quality appearing on the many forms of media, and I must say, most times I am disappointed. The first time I noticed her, I thought her background was Jamaican because her attire was reminiscent of a dancehall queen to me, and I was shocked when they said she was Trini, but I said to myself, people are allowed to express themselves as they so wish, so I chastised myself for judging. I didn't care for the music or the message. And don't get me started on "Anaconda" -- I wanted to scream at her, "who the hell cares what the Anaconda doesn't want; it's what the Kitty Kat wants that's important, shit!" I do love how direct she is about her opinion and how she evidently loves her fans. I admire how vocal she is if she doesn't like something and speaks her mind instead of being timid, how she stands up for herself and her immediate family. And I really want to like how she represents for Trinidad -- but I don't. I know I have already heard the argument that she is reppin Trinidad in her own way, and not everyone reps the same way, blah, blah, blah. Oh, please. We aren't talking about if what she is saying about Trinidad is negative but true; we are talking about her having a massive audience, opening for the VMAs with an even huger audience, and singing a song called "Trini Dem Girlz" in an accent from some other island, patting her pum pum which is not a Trini dance and doing so on a dancehall sounding rhythm. Give me a break, really. I know many Trinis could care less about what she does whether representing the island or not. In fact, the vast majority don't care if she does or not. Personally, I don't care whether she represents us, but if she is going to do so, as she seemingly has been, I think it's irresponsible to do that dishonestly to the many fans that she has. If you must tell the marish and the parish that you are from Trinidad, please don't do so and then behave in a manner that is obviously Jamaican culturally. We have a hard enough time letting people know we aren't from Jamaica, or that Trinidad is not in Jamaica, so having a so-called Trini feel more comfortable performing her art in a Jamaican accent is unacceptable. To others who say, at least she says she's from Trinidad, I think she should rep Trinidad the most, not in the least or just don't rep us at all. But most of all, her fan base is too huge and may include many people who don't know where Trinidad is for her to give a skewed view of this magnificent country. I think it's possible that maybe she has no Trini friends, maybe she has mostly Jamaican friends and they made more of an impact, and I think it's sad that she identifies with another culture more than her own. Do you think Nicki Minaj acts more Jamaican than a Trinidadian?

Over the last two weeks there has been a tremendous buzz in the natural hair community as St. Lucia is set to host its first ever Natural Hair Seminar themed; “The Return of Natural Hair” hosted by Cocktails and Contacts in collaboration with Bryden & Partners and EC Global Angel Advantage. Other Sponsors of the seminar are Digital Kitchen (a Subsidiary of A.I.M), Palm Haven Hotel, and RJB Hotel Supplies Island Oasis. The event is the brainchild of Ms. Shernell Lionel who is a recent convert to natural hair and admits that the concept of the event is simply a direct result of the growing number of persons wanting to grow and maintain their hair naturally, but have no idea how to. So what can one expect at the Natural Hair Seminar? If you’re a natural hair enthusiast or thinking about going natural then you can’t afford not to attend! This educational seminar will be facilitated by renowned celebrity hair stylist, Deborah Sullivan from Atlanta, Georgia. Also in attendance will be Azelia Glace George, Registered Dietitian& Nutritionist, who will be speaking on hair and health. Guests will witness and participate in: product demonstrations, natural hair supplements and “the Big Chop”. Attendees will be treated to lunch from the delectable menu of Palm Haven and healthy afternoon smoothies from Island Oasis. Guest Presenter at the Natural Hair Seminar Deborah Sullivan stated “We are born with the hair we are born with, it is up to us to figure out what to do with it. Most of us believe our coiled, natural hair is a struggle. Thanks to Bio Care Curls and Natura, the struggle gets easier by the moment.” Anne Marie Herman, Agency Manager of Platinum Sponsor EC Global, said “EC Global is pleased to lend support to this significant seminar which particularly benefits women, through our contribution as Platinum sponsors. As the sole provider of an insurance policy designed exclusively for women – the Angel Advantage Policy, our support for this seminar was a natural one. We recognize our role as a socially responsible entity, to contribute to the empowerment of women in making sound decisions, whether it be insurance or any other pertinent areas which impact their lives.” The Natural Hair Seminar will take place on September 26th at the Palm Haven Hotel, from 10:00 am to 4:30pm. Tickets cost $75 and can be purchased from Shoe Rehab at the JQ Mall or at the event. To book your spot at the event you can register online or call 716-6827.

Powerhouse production entities Nature’s Way Entertainment and Typhoon Music Group, have teamed up to usher in a new generation of music stars. Their latest project is the groovy and relaxing World Peace riddim which features a cast of rising acts as well as established names. According to Garfield Cowan, CEO of Nature’s Way, the project was created with the intention to take on the international music scene. ‘The idea and concept behind the world peace Riddim - is to produce reggae music for the world for all ages not just for Jamaicans but for every nationality. One of the songs on the project is by a Japanese reggae artiste name Ryo Vibes who is based in California’, said Cowan. The tracks and artistes featured on the World Peace riddim are: My Way by Ryo Vibes; Mahma Warrior by Anthony B (which is also featured on Anthony B’s album Tears of Love); Picture by Khago; Goodbye by King Mas; Trouble on Your Shoulder by Jah Mason; Wedding Day by Exco Levi; Don’t Break My Heart by Tammi T; Gift to My Life by Wayne Wonder; Rise by Donnee; Gonna be Blood by Alva and Zamunda; Peace and Love by King Mas; Life Get Easier by Alva; How Can I by Mr. Melody; Fighting by Johnny Cool; and I Wanna Dance by Ras Demo, a Canada based reggae artiste. Asked how easy or difficult it was to have gotten the artistes on the project, Cowan said ‘It was not too difficult because Nature’s Way Entertainment have been getting a lot of recognition from the reggae artists and we have produced hits such as Wake Up by Jah Cure and worked with Grammy nominated artistes like Wayne Wonder. Most importantly, the World Peace riddim is a very good riddim’. He explained that it was a strategic move to have mostly new and up and coming artistes on the project. ‘At Nature’s Way Entertainment and Typhoon Music Group, we believe that the next new artist might be the next big artiste, so yes, it was a strategic move’. Since the project has been uploaded to YouTube, it has gotten over 10,000 views in the space of five days. The World Peace Riddim is available Sept 25, 2015 on all online stores You can download the World Peace Riddim on iTunes Youtube Link for World Peace Riddim Mix WORLD PEACE RIDDIM TV AD :