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www.Nufunk.ca presents...
3rd Annual Bob Marley Birthday Tribute
Saturday, February 9th, 2008
Lee's Palace
529 Bloor St. W (at Bathurst)
TTC: BATHURST STATION (on Bloor Line)
A benefit for the Daily Bread Food and the Ernestine's Women Shelter
$10 w/ Canned Food Donation $15 at the Door
$9 Advance (in Stores Jan 9th)
SHANTI BABA, PLAY DE RECORD, SOUNDSCAPES, ROTATE THIS, UPRISING BOOKSTORE & ROACH0RAMA
FACEBOOK LINK HERE: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=8227721898
Featuring Live!
"The House of David Gang" featuring guest Reggae Horn Section
featuring top reggae vocalists:
King Selah
Michael Garrick
Tanny Medows
Meghan "Makaya" Kelday
High Plains Drifter
Uncledropsi, Jah-Lin & Lionheart of The Irie Band
Mr. Flowers & The Flux Mobb
Black Child
Lyndon John X
Dr. Dfunkt
with reggae dj' & selectas:
The MUVA SOUND SYSTEM,
DJ VIOLET & SUPERHEAVY REGGAE
Tickets available at Shanti Baba, Uprising Bookstore, Soundscapes, Rotate This, Play De Record and online at http://www.nufunk.ca & http://www.ticketweb.ca
Doors open at: 9pm Show at: 9pm
LOCAL MUSIC VENDORS WANTED
For vendors, show updates and other info please contact: info@nufunk.ca[/email]
Bob Marley
www.bobmarley.com
On February 6, 2008, International music star Bob Marley would have been 63 years old if he had not succumbed to cancer on Monday May 11, 1981 at the young age 36-years-old.
Today almost anywhere in the world when the name Bob Marley is mentioned it is recognized by old and young. He remains enormously popular and well known all over the world. Reggae's most transcendent and iconic figure, Bob Marley was the first Jamaican artist to achieve international superstardom, in the process introducing the music of his native island nation to the far-flung corners of the globe. Marley's music gave voice to the day-to-day struggles of the Jamaican experience, vividly capturing not only the plight of the country's impoverished and oppressed but also the devout spirituality that remains their source of strength.
His songs of faith, devotion, and revolution created a legacy that continues to live on not only through the music of his extended family but also through generations of artists the world over touched by his genius.
With a special cast of Toronto Musicians, Djs and MCs, a celebration of Bob Marley's legacy of music, peace and love will take at LEE's PALACE on Saturday February 9th, 2008
FEATURED ARTISTS:
House of David Gang
Featuring King Selah
THE HOUSE OF DAVID GANG is a Toronto-based reggae outfit that delivers late 70s and early 80s style Jamaican reggae classics . Formed in Toronto over 15 years ago, the band is fronted by seasoned reggae veteran King Selah and whose members have included members of Resinators, Irie Band, Explorer Band, Revelation, Sellasie I Power and many others. The House of David Gang got it's name from a House that a group of like minded Toronto Reggae Musicians lived in and who held after-hour reggae parties for several years which developed the musicians into some of Toronto's Top session players. For the past 15 years King Selah and the House of David Gang have hosted the Toronto Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer Tributes which have helped bring light to Toronto's burgeoning roots rock reggae scene. Now with a new line-up - The House of David Gang faithfully recreates the Bob Marley Sound - which includes 2 guitarists, 2 keyboardists and a strong rhythm section of Jah-Lin (drums) and Uncledropsi (bass).
The House of David Gang is:
King Selah - Lead Vocals
Collin Edwards - Drums & Backup Vocals
Uncledropsi - Hip Hop MC,Bass
Jay Cleary - Rhythm & Lead guitar
Killa Henderson - Keyboards
Gerry-Ikungeuna - Keyboards
Meghan "Makaya" Kelday - Lead and Backup Vocals
Lucas Edwards - Rhythm & Lead guitar
DJ Jeremiah & ISAX from superheavy REGGAE
www.myspace.com/isaxinjah
www.myspace.com/superheavyreggaemusic
Created in 2000, superheavyREGGAE was formed by Jeremiah, Friendlyness and I-sax with a mission to give the reggae massive the best in Modern Roots, Lovers Rock and Classic Dubs. Starting off with some scattered shows here and there throughout the city of Toronto, superheavy originally settled in at 56 Kensington Ave in the heart of the famous Kensington Market, holding a regular session on the second Saturday of each month . After 56 closed down they made the move over to Thymeless, home of the First Trumpet sound system. Now, after about 3 years of holding it steady at Thymeless, superheavy going on stronger than ever. superheavyREGGAE draws the people because they play music FOR the people.
Michael Garrick
Frequently @ The Original Motorcycle Company, Micheal is a veteran of Toronto's reggae scene and has entertained local and international audiences for many years. Michael is easily one of the industry's most entertaining front men for his emotional vocal performances and percussion playing. This tune, "African Children" an Aswad cover tune was performed live @ The Bamboo prior to its closing in 2002.
Jah-Lin, Uncledropsi, Jaydawg & Lionheart fromt The Irie Band
www.myspace.com/iriebandtoronto
www.irieband.ca
The Irie Band is a Toronto-based reggae outfit that delivers dub riddims in a classic, Jamaican late 70s and early 80s style. Formed in January 2006, the band is fronted by seasoned reggae veteran, Steven Cogdell. For six months, the band played a weekly gig called Irie Tuesdays at Cervejaria Downtown, that honed them into a tight, heavy unit.
Irie Band has performed at The El Mocambo, Lula Lounge, Ciao Edie, Parkdale Arts and Crafts Festival, Come Together Music Festival, The Townehouse, Kensington Market, Revival, Ellington's, Starlight, The Trane, Fez Baitk, Lee's Palace and at The Marijuana March at Queen's Park to over 5,000 people.
High Plains Drifter
www.highplainsdrifter.ca
High Plains Drifter is a rootsy funk-rock and world beat ensemble, whose dynamic live performances are captivating audiences across Canada. Like imagery evoked by the mysterious quality of a traveling vagabond, High Plains Drifter is a collective of musicians traveling town to town bringing the energy of celebration to audiences everywhere.
Leaning towards original roots, jazz, funk and world music, The High Plains Drifter is a groove force that keeps dancehalls packed and bodies in constant motion. High Plains Drifter draws inspiration from artists as diverse as James Brown, Herbie Hanand Jimmy Buffet. The group, known for their unpredictable stage show, has enjoyed collaborations with a number of Canadian musicians including members of The Jimmy Swift Band, Slowcoaster, Wassabi Collective, The Chameleon Project & Slammin' Jack as well as young horn players, percussionists and turn-tablists.
Dr. Dfunkt
www.drdfunkt.com
www.myspace.com/drdfunkt
The doctor's always on call... Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. dFunkt is one of the few Canadian acts producing original funk music. In just two years, Dr. dFunkt has released two albums, Nuerotik (2004) and Running Hot (2006). The title track from Running Hot was nominated for Urban Single of the Year at the 2007 East Coast Music Awards. Where Nuerotik was a loop-based eloctro-funk treat, Running Hot delivered a live-off-the-floor funk-rock masterpiece. Still the common thread is the tastefully catchy musicianship of Kamran Abdi - whose dark and funky grooves with soulfully melodic vocals are his trademark. A prolific songwriter, Abdi has written almost all of the material for the next Dr. dFunkt album, which he describes as “perfectly funky pop-rock.” Born in Pakistan, raised in Saudi Arabia, and educated in North America, Kamran Abdi uses the principles of funk music to incorporate his diverse influences. Their tough rhythms and killer riffs have been rocking shows throughout Atlantic Canada. This is their first Toronto appearance!
Muva Soundsystem
www.myspace.com/muvasoundsystem
The Muva Soundsystem took form in the late 90's and consists of several members who can play anywhere in the world where the people need to hear solid foundation, roots, and Dancehall Reggae... DJ Reddafire (MUVA's main selector) has been at the cutting edge of Reggae for the past decade and travels frequently to Negril's West in Jamaica as a means of keeping his finger on the pulse of the Soundsystem community. With the help and wizardry of the good people at Jah Freedom Recording, MuvaSound has been developing an impressive catalogue of exclusive Dub-Plate recordings by top ranked artists including the likes of Luciano, Pinchers, Culture and John Holt. To hear these new and Vintage rareties one MUST experince the Muva SoundSystem in a live setting to truley get the full experience of our incomperable live-sound. We Look forward to hearing from you all and hope to see you out on the road!
Mr. Flowers & Fluxx Mob
Mr. Flowas electric blend of dancehall/reggae has made him an instant hit in the Toronto Club scene.
Lyndon John X
www.myspace.com/lyndonjohnx
Black Child
special guests and surprises still to be announced!
This special evening of music is sponsored by: www.elmocambo.ca www.canadianreggaeworld.com, www.roachorama.com, www.fusicology.com, www.hiddenjungle.ca, Shanti Baba, www.nufunk.ca and more
More information and Group tickets can be arranged by emailing [email]info@nufunk.ca
presented in association with:
www.nufunk.ca
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