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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 :

Hailing from Kempshot of Montego Bay Jamaica, Tenza A.K.A The Bosslady is a musical angel in disguise. Born and raised in a family of fifteen, which consisted of nine brothers and Five sisters, she grew up in a life of struggle and disappointment so she certainly knows how to appreciate all of her blessings that she has been given and her musical talent was definitely one of those blessings not taken for granted. Tenza left Jamaica when she was only fourteen to reside in the UK, in the town of Slough. For Tenza it was a difficult time leaving all her friends and family to begin a whole new life in England. At first, she found it hard adjusting to the new culture especially in school. As time went by Tenza made new friends when she started to attend the slough youth center music classes. Tenza then felt at home as she now found her joy, which is music., She started to attend dance classes, singing classes and entering competitions, put on by the slough youth center. Tenza has always retained a strong passion for Dancehall and Reggae music that was so prominent in her life. Living the life she lived back in Jamaica, it was the empowering and highly uplifting sounds of B ob Marley, Yellow Man, Beres Hammond, Bounty Killer, Denis Brown, Lady Saw, Super Cat and Beenie Man that kept her faith and hope strong throughout all these years to make it and become what she has become today. Overcoming many obstacles, Tenza’s skills had created an opportunity for her to become a member the electric trio ‘ Fya’ - the formerly Def Jam signed female dancehall group. ‘Too Hot ’ and ‘Must Be Love ’ being a couple of the many hits Gold selling ‘Fya’ released. Since Tenza departed from the group FYA in 2009, she has being working very hard on her solo career. She even started up her own record label “ TMD Records” for Tenza this was the most important decision she has ever had to make as she has been approached on countless occasions by major labels, but have turned the offers down to focus on her own label. Since the start of her label Tenza released three solo studio albums “ Ready Back” “Wicked Like Me” and “ Pon Dem Endz Again” to go with a number of Eps, and two official promotional mixtapes. In Spite of all this Tenza as been working vigorously day and night in the studio to complete her 4th studio album, the album which will be featuring a number of productions from Tenza’s own TMD Records. Tenza has not only been working with top European producers but top Jamaican producers as well, as she pushes her solo career as a sing-jay in the music industry, so far Tenza has been getting heavy air play on a number of Internet, FM and digital radios and also featured and a number of mixed tapes and other compilation Cd's around the world. Tenza has surrounded herself with a positive group of people who have been pushing countless promotions in their aim to get Tenza’s message across to the world, Even though most of her tracks has been holding radios in submission world wide, Tenza still continue to work hard to master her craft as an recordings artist. Tenza as a recording artist have complete several musical tours across the world in countries such as India, Japan, Malaysia, Sweden, Austria, Gambia and Uganda to name a few, and have received several awards including the CMA award for best International cross over artist and best female dancehall solo artist of the year 2013 DIA UK awards. Tenza have also being doing a number of work for charities including Sue Ryder Midnight all female 10km walk, a proud sponsors of Buckingham All-age school in her native Jamaica, Tenza Fan Club in Brikarma Gambia and Also the Brikarma Health Centre of which she being name goodwill ambassador. Tenza work as an artist being chronicled by a number of reggae magazines, new papers and blog sites world wide and have being recently scouted by the BBC to co-host with the UK top dancehall dj Robbo Ranxx on BBC 1xtra for the month of May 2013. Tenza sees herself as role model for all young females who want to make it in life whether in the music industry or anything other fields, her message is always the same stand strong and work towards your dreams and goals.

The Fever is a scripted drama series set in New York City. Amber Choe, is the lesbian owner of a high-end match-making service that specializes in interracial dating. Her sophisticated matching system called, The Fever, ignites a wave of love, passion, betrayal, sex and murder. As things progress it affects everyone one she knows including friends, clients, lovers and family become intertwined in a complex maze of drama, suspense and romance that gets out of contro Episode 1 (Censored): Censored version

It was a night of glamour for the “ Miss Bahamas” pageant that was at the Atlantis Theater on Paradise Island, Bahamas this past weekend. The two competion was held on one stage as beauties from acriss the island competed for both the Miss Universe and Miss World title Chantal O’Brian captured the “ Miss World Bahamas ” crown and title and will represent the island at the “Miss World” pageant in Sanya, China in December. O’Brian , who was entering the competition for the third time also won several special awards, including: ` Myles Munroe Beauty with a Purpose,’ `Best Gown,’ `Best Body,’ `Best Talent,’ `Top Model, ‘Multimedia Award’ and the `Critical Beauty Award’ p resented by criticalbeauty.com. (R) 1st runner up Tavette Darville, Miss Universe Bahamas 2015 Chantel O’Brian (c) and 2nd runner up Angenique Smith(L) First runner up went to Tavette Darville , who also won the BTC TV Commercial Challenge and the ` Miss Congeniality’ awards, while second runner up Angenique Smith , walked away with the Kalik Beer Photo Shoot Challenge title and the placed third in the `National Dress’ awards. Miss World Contestant 2015 In the Miss Universe section of the completion Toria Nicole won the “ Miss Bahamas Universe” crown and will represent the Bahamas at the “ Miss Universe” pageant in January. Toria Nichole Miss Universe Bahamas 2015! Second place went to Sienna Evans and she was also awarded: Venus Model for a Day’ and Best Body’ awards. (r)Toria Nichole, Sienna Evans(c) and Daronique Young(l) While the third place winner Daronique Young was selected “Miss Earth Bahamas” and will represent the Bahamas at the Miss Earth’ finals in Austria. She was also presented with the Best Gown,’ Social Media, Multimedia’ and Peoples Choice’ awards. Daronique Young “Miss Earth Bahamas”

Jamaican born renowned novelist Anthony C Winkler died peacefully at his home in Georgia on Friday. He was 73. Winkler, best known for his books, The Lunatic, The Painted Canoe and The Annihilation of Fish was awarded the Townsend Prize in 2014. He was also a recipient of Jamaica’s Musgrave Medal for his achievements in Literature, receiving the gold medal in 2014 and silver in 2004. He has also written two plays: The Burglar , produced at the Little Little Theatre in May 2003, and The Hippopotamus Card in 2004 Winkler was very active in the Jamaica and the Jamaican community in Atlanta, where he has lived since 1979. He was elected president of the Atlanta Jamaica Association for two terms and was also a member of the Writer's Guild of America. Winkler attended Cornwall College in Montego Bay and Excelsior High School in Kingston. He is survived by his wife Cathy, daughter Becky, son Adam and his wife of three weeks, Amy. He was 73.

Following the brutal stabbing and subsequent recovery of his road manager Adrian ‘Prof’ Wright in Sandy Bay, Clarendon in recent weeks, Reggae stalwart Dann-I and his team are now back on track and fully focused on the job ahead. The Rastafarian crooner said he is very happy that his road manager has made a full recovery despite the severity of his wounds and is once again ready to return to the musical battlefield. “It is always a great challenge when something happens to a member of your team especially when it’s something so life threatening as a near fatal stabbing. But is just righteousness and the guiding hand of Jah that pulled him through and we are very happy that he has made a full recovery. So the team synergy is back and we gonna keep moving forward.” – Dann-I explained Following the revelation the singer earlier this week enlisted the services of noted videographer Simeon Hedge to shoot the official visuals for his latest single ‘ Put Another Reggae Pon Top’ . Advocating for the return of Reggae to the fore the carefully crafted composition also pays homage to several of the greats prior to Dann-I emergence. The video was shot throughout the thoroughfares of Kingston and St. Andrew with stops in Dunrobin, New Kingston and Jacks Hill. According to Dann-I the single is one of his best efforts to date and has been steadily garnering attention on the local and international scene especially in the U.K, Europe and several countries across Africa. With the video slated to premier in approximately two weeks Dann-I is back in the studio working on a number of recordings including a collaborative project with a internationally renowned label. When quizzed his manager Ronald ‘Sonny Spoon’ Wright said they were unable to elaborate on the project due to certain contractual obligations but promised all will be revealed in due course. Alluding to the international project Dann-I said, "As my manager stated I can't say much about that presently but just know it's something major and when the time is right all will be revealed." Fans of the singer can check out his latest video below

You are invited to be a part of the ‘soft’ virtual launch of the long-awaited online global expansion of Meiling Inc. today, Wednesday 16th September 2015. The Catalyst As is tradition, the customer remains at the center of all business decisions made at Meiling Inc. For years, our clients in the US and Canada have been clamouring for the brand to be more easily accessible outside of the Caribbean. In a 2014 survey, 100% of Meiling Inc. customers who live and work in the US and Canada said they would buy the brand online if they could not visit Trinidad to purchase and enthusiastically support an official, exclusive, international online retail platform and distribution service where they could access the brand they love. The Spark Earlier this year, Rue La La, (www.ruelala.com) a select, membership-based online and mobile retail platform with over 800,000 followers on social media and 14 million global members, invited Meiling Inc. to partner and provide carefully chosen iconic fashion items to be featured in its prestigious online retail community. Meiling Inc. is the first and only Caribbean designer to ever be hand-picked for a space on the site. The T&T fashion label was featured on Rue La La for a limited time only - between (9 th to 15 th September 2015). The Unveiling “Live in M” in your style – the official online retail community for Meiling Inc. Meiling Inc., in joint venture with Live in M, a new Canadabased online retailer, has taken the first steps toward expanding its signature, high quality services beyond T&T’s shores by way of a global online retail service. Live in M is an online retail community that is opening up opportunities for niche designers seeking direct interaction with fashion customers in USA and Canada. Its business strategy is one that promotes shopping off-the-beaten-path to discover original, authentic and high-quality fashion collections by niche designers from all over the world. “We often feel alone in our choices. But we are not as alone as we might think. Live in M means Live in “Me” – Live in the Moment, and endorses the customer’s right to make unique fashion choices in any facet of her life. The live in M online social community makes it easier than ever for customers to share the choices they stand by - not only in their lives but in style choices of their living environment.” – Live in M

PRISM MARKETING CONSULTANTS || SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 || The streets are talking about a new dancehall artiste, Real Image , whose incendiary new sound is blazing across airwaves all over the world. Signed to Natural Bridge Records, the artiste's breakout single, ' My Dream ', chock full of witty metaphors and brilliant wordplay has announced Real Image's arrival on the dancehall stage. "I am ready to show the world my skills. I am growing everyday, learning new things, I have a great camp of producers, writers and beatmakers. We are going to shake things up," he said, confidently. Born Steve Brown on January 14, 1994, he grew up in the community of James Hill in Clarendon. He grew up with his mother, Georgia Meredith, grandmother and two sisters, attended James Hill Primary before moving to live in Mandeville at the age of 9. He attended the Mandeville Primary and Junior High before entering the Mayday High school in Manchester where he discovered his love for music during informal dancehall clashes in between subjects. "When I was 15, I used to clash with a friend of mine, Junior, during break. We would sing the Kartel-Mavado songs, then Junior asked me to write my own songs and build our own vibes, and that is how I started writing my own songs," Real Image said. "In class, I found myself writing songs even when the teacher a teach," he added, laughing. Even though he spent his sessions daydreaming of recording success, he still was able to focus long enough to gain five subjects at the CXC level. At age 19, he migrated to Springfield, Massachusetts where he began to hone his nascent deejaying skills in a small studio. "A great friend of mine, Danny Stewart made all this possible when he introduced me to Mark Pinnock and the rest, as they say, is history," he said. In 2014, he inked a publishing, recording and booking deal with Natural Bridge Records. However it wasn't until January 2015 that he recorded his first professional song, just a few days after turning 21. That song was called ' Something a Go Wrong' for the Piranha Music Group (PMG), which is an integral part of Da Firm, a conglomerate of labels which also includes B Rich Records, Natural Bridge Records, and Young Veterans. He has recorded singles such as 'My Dream', produced by Shams for B Rich Records, 'Pray Fi Dem' for the Young Veterans label, and the as-yet-unreleased'Bread Alone'. "Everything is under one umbrella, Da Firm, and we are going to change the word, God willing," he said. Real Image is not your typical 21 year old. When he just started out in music, he first gravitated towards the regular gun-and-girls fare that dominate most dancehall songs, but soon, he began to laser in on reality songs with radio-friendly hooks, and bubbly songs with inspirational, uplifting themes. He has found his true north of belief: music. "I can't explain it, I have just found a passion with music. At first there was some amount of doubt, but I have faith, God promised me this, and I have faith that it will come to pass. I am the bridge," he said.

Castries, St. Lucia (Sonique Solutions) – Ahead of Carnival 2016 in Trinidad and Tobago, St. Lucian singer and song-writer Teddyson John has unleashed his groovy Soca contender entitled ‘ Allez’ which has already been gaining attention by Soca fans due to its catchy melodious lyrics and danceable instrumentation. Allez which translates from French to mean 'get up and go' encourages listeners to release all negativity, live in the moment and not allow anyone or anything to stand in the way of their happiness, a sentiment shared by the global feting population during the Carnival season. This call-to-action track was written by Teddyson and Jeremy Jacobs and co-produced by Teddyson alongside Pepi and Sheriff (T&T). Teddyson who is affectionately called TJ by music fans and industry colleagues brings a wealth of musical experience to his career as a multi-instrumentalist, Soca, Jazz and Gospel performer. He has entertained audiences at several major international events which include NYC's 'Brass Fest', Miami's 'Rave' and the world famous St. Lucia Jazz Festival and has shared stages with top global performers such as John Legend, Air supply, R. Kelly, Neyo and Jah cure The two time St. Lucia Groovy Soca Monarch and co-promoter of St. Lucia's Carnival concert staple "U4RIA" also co-wrote and co-produced Kerwin du Bois' "Magnetic" and co-wrote Farmer Nappy's "Big People Party. TJ revealed that he also has some upcoming collaborative projects with additional T&T artistes as well as Barbados' De Red Boyz, Dwaingerous and King Bubba. Even with so many accomplishments under his belt, TJ maintains a humble attitude towards everyone and a willingness to work with his peers in order to boost the industry as a whole. The hard working entertainer who aspires to collaborate with artistes the likes of R Kelly, Machel Montano and Destra Garcia, KES, Bunji Garlin and Nadia Batson plans to continue working with Kerwin Dubois and remains very focussed on growing as an all round artiste. He shared, "I'm dedicated to bettering my craft and being able to touch lives. My goal is to be the face of great music coming out of my island, St. Lucia." As far as Carnival 2016 is concerned, TJ has several promotional trips planned for T&T and will soon be releasing the spanking new music video for Allez to the music-loving masses. Stay up to date with Teddyson John and ‘Allez’ on social media via: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram keyword - @teddysonjohn Listen to ‘Allez’ on YouTube below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5qXwQtU1uA

Dreadlocks Story, is the first and only documentary to explore the spiritual links between Jamaican Rastas and Indian Sadhus. A form of self-expression born from colonialist oppression, dreadlocks are a symbol of perseverance from an often misunderstood cultural movement. Dreadlocks Story not only reminds audiences of the rich cultural and ethnic heritage of Jamaica's people, but also speaks to the similarities between the experiences of Africans in the transatlantic slave trade and Indian laborers forced into servitude. A diverse mix of world music and affecting interviews, Dreadlocks Story honors Rasta culture and its global influences. The documentary was filmed in four countries (France, India, Jamaica and the US) with four different languages (French, Hindi, Jamaican Patois and English) and four local crews. It covers a part of Jamaican and Indian history. It also gives a new approach to sensitive topics about beliefs and taboos. There are many misperceptions and judgments about the Rasta way of life, but few have taken the time to understand the meaning behind their behavior. Hairstyle is the most universal and unavoidable form of body art. It is also one of the most interesting and commonly misunderstood. How and why can it be subject to prejudice and massacre? Dreadlocks Story tackles a social justice issue (misrepresentation of the Rasta community) that is highly controversial in Jamaica, and around the world. The film also uses a vibrant world music soundtrack, and includes interviews from Reggae legend David Hinds of Steel Pulse. Dreadlocks Story is an Official Selection of the Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival and will soon be screened at Port of Spain. To learn about Dreadlocks Story visit their website www.dreadlockstory.com About the Director Being an Anthropologist who loves working with misunderstood communities all over the world, and growing up as a child from two different cultures parents, LINDA AÏNOUCHE was born in France, and has ended up in New York City after having stayed in a couple of countries. Everything comes at just the right moment! She came out with this project to give a new platform to both Rastafari movement and Indian legacy. No doubt, she owns a background which drives her to know the amazing and important results of cultural sources as well as the difficulties to accept and combine them.

Islamorada, Florida- Grammy award winning artists Stephen and Damian Marley shall host the 4th annual Beach Road Trip Weekend along with brother Rohan Marley . Many more celebrity hosts are confirmed for this year’s event set to take place November 6th-8th 2015. Damian and Stephen Marley will host Hawaiian themed party “V Maui Wowi” that takes place Friday November 6th at Beach Road Trip Weekend. The party will feature the latest names in Caribbean Entertainment. Damian and Stephen Marley the sons of legendary reggae singer Bob Marley have achieved huge success on the Billboard Charts and award ceremonies. Damian Marley became a Grammy award winner in 2002 with his highly acclaimed album Half Way Tree. Stephen Marley is a 6-time Grammy award winner and also a member of Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers. Rohan Marley will host “Day Break” a soca themed breakfast party sponsored by Marley Coffee which he is Co-Founder. The party will take place Sunday November 8th. More members of the Marley Clan will be in attendance for the weekend. International music artists Assassin Fay-Ann Lyons, and Bunji Garlin will also perform at this event. Other artists and celebrities include: Christopher Martin, Ding-Dong, Trabass, Yaad Bwoys, Gyallis in Paris, and Bad Gyal Dy Dy. Numerous international DJ’s such as Coppershot, Renaissance, DJ Nico, and Barrie Hype are also apart of the line up. Beach Road Trip Weekend (BRT Weekend) is a 3-day all -inclusive Caribbean-American party held every November in the Florida Keys. The weekend consists of 6 uniquely themed parties featuring celebrity DJ’s and recording artists. BRT Weekend is the biggest Caribbean party outside of the Caribbean with patrons returning every year from the US, Canada, Caribbean, and UK.