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Mystic Bowie performing at Okanagan International Film Festival

2010-03-30T18:53:00.000-05:00

Here is a must see video of Mystic Bowie performing in BC Canada with Keith Emerson, John Lee Saunder,Ron Walker, Peter August,Tammy Weymouth, Stewart, Mike and others for the Okanagan International Film Festival.

"Nevah Kiss and Tell" Video

2010-03-15T12:22:00.001-05:00

"Nevah Kiss and Tell" title track of Mystic Bowie's second album, which was first launched in Jamaica on November 7, 2009. The video was shot during Mystic Bowie's British Columbia Tour in December 2009.

More at Mysticbowie.com

Lady Mystery: KEEPING THE REAL REGGAE VIBRATION ALIVE IN JAMAICA

2010-03-09T01:46:00.002-05:00

Vybz 96.3 Fm is owned and operated by Westmoreland Broadcasting Service Limited of 93 Great George Street, Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland in Jamaica.

The station is classified as a community radio station and as such, our programmes are community related. We are currently commanding percentage of the listener-ship in our coverage area making us the radio of choice for people in Western Jamaica.

Our aim is to continue with our mission to educate, entertain and inform our listeners while spreading positive vybz for all.

Join me, Lady Mystery in my new vision for Reggae Music Radio Shows. Reggae music has taken a back seat to other genres being played on some radio stations all over Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. At Vybz 96.3 FM, we do play our fair share of reggae, but I have decided to focus on the reggae music genre in my two radio shows.

I’m inviting reggae music singers to send me your music to be feature in my programs. We are also available for interviews (conditions apply).

Im inviting organizations within the Reggae Music Fraternity to become title or associate sponsors of my shows to make my vision and the vision of others in the reggae music industry a reality.

Lady Mystery Program Schedule:

Fridays – Real Mix: 6pm – 10pm EST

6 – 7pm: Retro Reggae
7 – 8pm: New Reggae Music
8 – 9pm: Reggae Album Feature/interview
9 – 10pm: Mixture of Lovers Rock and One Drop Reggae

Saturdays – Vybz Control: 10am – 2pm EST

10am – 11am: Gospel Reggae Music
11am – 12noon: Western Jamaica Reggae Music (old and new)
12noon – 1pm: New International Reggae Music
1pm – 2pm: Teen Vybz Show

Teen Vybz Show

Teen Vybz is aired on Vybz 96.3 Fm - community radio station in Westmoreland Jamaica, from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm every Saturday, dealing with issues affecting teen by providing entertainment, education and information for teenagers.

The program is hosted by Lady Mystery and six (6) high school students whose ages range from 13 to 17 years old. Teen Vybz features interactive discussions on issues affecting teenagers, teen entertainment, peer counseling with the assistance of various child development agencies and educational quiz competitions.

Week one: Discussion – issues affecting teens
Week two: Talent Competition
Week three: Discussion – issues affecting teens
Week four: Bonanza (quiz competition)

For information to send me your music; sponsorship details; and interviews contact me at: larmondgillian@yahoo.com

Mystic Bowie Statement on Reggae Music and Drugs

2010-02-22T18:07:00.005-05:00

The following statement by Mystic Bowie was written after he was invited to participate in "The Coalition to Preserve Reggae Music Forum". The highly anticipated forum is scheduled to take at place 6:30pm on Wednesday, February 24th at the historic Boys and Girls High School, 1700 Fulton Street near Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. The season premier comes on the heels of a year of multiple cases of reggae and dancehall artists facing criminal charges, and the forum will address this in the framework of “The Buju Banter: Should communities defend or denounce accused artists before evidence and verdict are known?”

Mystic Bowie Statement on Reggae Music and Drugs

The Maroon Tribe, from the hills of St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, have a core set of values; be respectful and earn respect, make love not war, and the body is a “temple” that should not be polluted with impurities. The phrase “It takes the village to raise a child” is a way of life for these mountain people and they believe in educating the children in their values in the hopes that they are passed on through the generations. As a member of the Maroon Tribe, I live by the standards and teachings of my elders. I will not put anything in my body which it doesn’t need to survive; I don’t use drugs, drink alcohol, or smoke. As a father myself, it makes me proud when my children say to their friends “My dad doesn’t smoke, drink alcohol or do drugs”. The song “(Music is my) Drug of Choice”, was written for the children, to tell them that music can give a natural high without drugs or alcohol.

Rastafarians, with their ties to the Maroons, have similar values; love and be loved, promote peace, live peacefully, and hate should never be an option. Reggae music was originally founded by Rastafarians as a way of expression and sending out their message of love and peace. The culture that surrounds Reggae music expands on these values to teach happiness, oneness, and provide a way to bring people together, and get positive messages out while keeping people dancing. As a Rasta, a reggae musician and a Maroon, I have the moral responsibility to lead our children and followers to a positive path. “Ras” means King. A King is a leader and a role model. So if you claim to be a Rasta, you should be prepared to teach positively and take responsibility for your actions which influence the people we lead.

Our elders have set a high standard to live life. As the current adult generation, we take on the obligation to pass on our values through being good role models for the next generation. Unfortunately, some of these “leaders” or “role models” get arrested for drugs or substance abuse. However, we must not condemn them, and see their mistakes as a positive lesson. We must take away from their situation the knowledge that none of us is above the law, and we hope they learn from their mistakes. They are only human and as we all know, none of us is perfect. For example, Buju Banton was recently arrested on cocaine charges. Let’s not jump to conclusions; remember innocent until proven guilty. I personally hope he is innocent, because if he is proven guilty his actions would go against all the teachings of Rastafarianism, the culture of Reggae music, and put a negative shroud on the pride of Jamaica and Rasta’s Reggae Music.

Mystic Bowie and Crew Brings Fun and Frolic to O'Neill's Fat Tuesday

2010-02-14T14:04:00.005-05:00

WHO DAT Nation and an Irie Vibration are coming to O'Neill's. Mystic Bowie and Renard Boissiere are bringing the Fat Tuesday fun and frolic to SONO, on Tuesday February 16, to party with Ollie and his gang of merrymakers!

Fat Tuesday Fun and Frolic live authentic Mardi Gras and Caribbean Carnival style show, features New Orleans native Renard Boissiere and Jamaican Reggae artist Mystic Bowie; Zydeco, calypso, soul and soca, funk and ska, swamp boogie and samba!!!

When asked about what patrons can expect when they attend the event, Mystic Bowie says, “Ain't nobody else around got this kinda party down on Fat Tuesday night -- forget the also-rans and has-beens and bring your two boots to O'Neill's Fat Tuesday and shake your body and ya booty with Renard, Mystic and the Krew!”

Fight, Fight - Isiah Mentor

2010-02-12T23:25:00.002-05:00

Fight, fight for what you want in life. Isiah Mentor sings about fighting for what he believes in; human rights is what he believes in; human right, equal rights for mankind. Are you ready to fight for what you believe in. Join in the fight for human rights. Check out his video below:

Isiah Mentor Positive Reggae Singer/Song Writer

2010-02-10T22:58:00.010-05:00

This is not a game; don't mess with Isiah Mentor's brain, if you are not interested don't lead him on. This is not a game; he only wants to be your man and set up a family plan. This is not a game, don't mess with his brain.

Isiah Mentor was born in Rae Town Kingston, Jamaica West Indies. At the age of three his family relocate to Spanish town, St.Catherine. Isiah was surrounded by music 24-7. His great Aunt, Miss Lore was a political vocalist. Every household had a sound system with music to sing. His family's reaction brought him to realize that he had talent. Isiah started to sing at school, Tivoli Garden High School in Kingston when they had concerts or functions.

Surrounding communities and his friends, spread the word fast of his talent. The Ministry of Health held a concert for the sick in Spanish town. Isiah was one of the first talents on the line up.

He became the most recognized new Artist in Spanish town as promoters and night club owners had him performing on weekends. He performed with fellow artists such as Anthony Redrose, Wicka man, Papa San, Major worries, Dirts man, just to name a few. Isiah relocate to Central Village, St. Catherine where his career took off like a rocket. He quickly became the top vocalist in dancehall and landed the job as sound vocalist on a sound from New Kingston that substituted for U Roy's Stereo Gav whenever it was on tour or needed maintenance. He also sang for the area number 1 sound called Runner Tone. He did one of his tours around the islands. Isiah was singing on a sound called Count Bassi Intl in Old Harbor where he met King Tubby and studio engineer, "Professor" who was very impressed with his performance, Professor told Isiah to meet him at the studio in Water House, Kingston, Jamaica. He became a member of the Fire House Crew.

At king Tubby's Studio, Isiah recorded dub plate specials for sound systems worldwide; sounds like Coxon, Saxon, Arrows, Stereo malt, Wadat, Stereo Gav, Unity, just to name a few. KING TUBBY "the King" as he was called, was and still the most respected Producer in Jamaica. Most top Reggae Artists recorded for him, and Isiah got the chance to meet and work with him. Reggae magazines and radio personalities from around the world came to Water House to interview King. The crew and Isiah took advantage of it and Isiah's dreams came true when he met the artists who inspired him in the business, artists like Black Uhuru, Ini kamozi, Burning Spear, Barrington Levy, The Wailers, Edi Fitzroy and Dennis Brown. You can hear all these artists in Isiah singing styles.

Isiah got his first show over seas in New York with Johnny Osborne, LT Stitchi and Little John, all produced by Clinton Lynsy, He got more shows, traveled back and forth from America to England doing shows. While performing in the U.S, he ran into "PROFESSOR" his first help in the biz, so both him, Philip Smart from H.C and F co-produced "BIG IN A BED" that went #2 on the New York charts and the British Reggae charts. Up to this point, Isiah's name was Lilly Melody. This name he got from living at Central Village as he was always singing by the river early mornings with lots of lily flowers around.

He went on to do a few more singles and shows for some independent producers as Lilly Melody. Isiah was getting older and starting to feel he had to help the human race from self destruction so he took a break from writing and recording to re-educate him self mentally to go on this mission. He got re-energized by Luciano, Sizzla and Garnett Silk, then felt he had to work on his art and step it up a notch. During one of his daily meditations, Jah Rastafar-I came to him in a vision and told him why he was here, his mission and his name should be symbolic of his work, ISIAH MENTOR.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

He recorded singles for music "Witty" Master Label like Zion Train. "Everything" and "Stronger" was recorded for the Golden Cartel Label Road Block, Black Pyramid prod-Only Jah, Agrian from Black Scorpio, "What have you Done", Reggae Run de Place", A style records" Far from home", this song was on the New York top 30 charts for 6 weeks.

Isiah started his own record label, Village Roots Records and released one of the tuffest compilation cd on the market right now, "Reggae Startime vol.1", with Tanya Stephens, Anthony B, Turbulance, Chuck Fender, Vybz Kartel, George Nooks and Isiah mentor, a few on the 21 track cd, This cd got very good reviews worldwide .

ISIAH'S NUMBER ONE HIT

In 2006, Isiah released one of his strongest tunes as of yet entitled ,"Fight Fight Fight", which was released as a 7" single on In The Streetz Records. The tune was written and produced by Isiah Mentor on his label, Village Roots Records along with a video that is being played all around the world. "Fight Fight Fight" is on some charts in Germany, Italy, and France to name a few and is #1 in New Mexico U.S.A. He also voiced and produced another heavy Roots Anthem, called "Rasta Government" which has gotten some serious credentials/feedback amongst the Jamaican roots-scene, and showed up on the charts in Italy during its first pre-release week.

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Mystic Bowie's Bob Marley Birthday Bash was an amazing event

2010-02-08T17:15:00.003-05:00

According to reports from WPKN 89.5 FM: The Mystic Bowie Bob Marley Birthday Bash was an amazing reggae event pulled off with help of WPKN'ers iMessiah and Ebong Udoma and Route 22 in Stamford, CT.

A full house pulsated to the rhythms of reggae with a stellar line-up of national and international talent. Hosted by Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club), Mystic Bowie and his band were joined by guests from the Fresh Band, Burning Spear, I Anbassa, Mutti Lewis and other special guests.

WPKN 89.5 FM in Bridgeport, CT and 88.7 FM in Montauk carried it live on the radio and on the internet. This concert was the finale of our 2-DAY BOB MARLEY Fundraiser for listener-supported, non-profit WPKN radio.

Listen to the concert at WPKN 89.5 FM

Jeremey JT Thompson to deliver new classical music in 2010

2010-01-28T00:54:00.004-05:00

Jeremey JT Thompson took a break from recording in 2009 for personal reasons and to concentrate on completing the lyrics for songs that he along with his production team will be producing throughout 2010.

The artiste intends to deliver a well deserved treat to his fans and the world at large through his new productions, which will be released this year. These new releases will range from Reggae to R&B and Gospel Music. Currently, he is in the studio working on his classical catalog, from which we are confident that he will produce chart topping songs.

His last two releases “Dem Nah Live Right” and “Alecia” are gaining great reviews and rotations from radio stations, sound system operators and entertainment writers in the Caribbean, USA and Europe.

JT thanks his many fans and media personnel for their support of his productions, which continues to motivate him on his mission to provide quality entertainment and positive vibes.

Mystic Bowie Tour Dates

2010-01-28T00:20:00.005-05:00

Thursday Jan. 28, 2010

Mystic Bowie Performs at the Nathan Cummings Foundation Fundraiser
Venue: Nathan Cummings Foundation
Address: 475 10th ave + 35th st - New York NY US
Venue Info: : Web site
Notes: Admission: FREE. This is a private event.

Saturday Jan. 30, 2010
PRIVATE PARTY
Venue: PRIVATE PARTY
Address: Greenwich CT US
Venue Info:
Notes: Admission: FREE. This is a private event.

Saturday Feb. 6, 2010

Time: 10pm - 1:30am
Mystic Bowie & Bob Marley B'Day Bash
Many many special surprise guests.
Venue: Route 22 Restaurant and Bar
Address: 1980 W Main St. - Stamford Connecticut US
Venue Info: Phone: 203-323-2229 : Web site
Notes: Admission: $15. This is a public event.

Tuesday Feb. 16, 2010

Time: 10pm - 1:30am
Mardigrass concert with me and Renard Boissiere
Venue: O'Neills Irish Pub
Address: 93 North Main Street - South Norwalk CT 06854 US
Venue Info: Phone: (203) 838-0222 : Directions : Web site : E-mail
Notes: Admission: $5. This is a public event.

Friday Feb. 19, 2010

Time: 10:30pm - 1:30am
Mystic Bowie in Concert
Venue: O'Neills Irish Pub
Address: 93 North Main Street - South Norwalk CT 06854 US
Venue Info: Phone: (203) 838-0222 : Directions : Web site : E-mail
Notes: Admission: FREE. This is a public event.

See more upcoming tours at Mystic Bowie's Website

Mystic Bowie’s Transcendent Performance at Haiti Fundraiser in Connecticut

2010-01-25T09:03:00.003-05:00

Westmoreland, Jamaica: The devastating earthquake in Haiti caused loss of thousands of lives, including friends and colleagues of Jamaican/American Roots Reggae Singer, Songwriter Mystic Bowie. Like most caring persons around the world, the Rastafarian decided to play his part by contributing his talent to raise funds for Haiti.

The fundraiser for Haiti was held on Sunday January 24 at the Trinity Church in Southport Connecticut. Mystic Bowie appearance was warmly greeted by cheers of this many fans who attended. He performed songs from both of his latest albums “Rebirth” and “Nevah Kiss and Tell”. There were also performances from Jean Claude from Haiti, Mutti Lewis, Sahmuel and Renard Boissiere from New Orleans.

Throughout his electrifying performance, strong words of love for humanity emanated from Mystic, who also undertakes fundraising efforts to fund schools in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica where he was born. His performance impacted strongly on the persons in attendance; including Chris Frantz one of the largest record producers in the USA, as well as drummer for the bands "Tom Tom Club" (Mystic Bowie sings with this band) and Hall of Fame rock band "Talking Heads".

Chris Frantz who partnered with wife Tina Weymouth to produce the first two albums for "Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers", sent Mystic Bowie an email to thank him for his performance. In his email Chris Frantz says, “Thank you very heartily Mystic. You really had the people in a totally transcendent state. I'm sure they could feel the vibes all the way to Port au Prince.”

For more information about Mystic Bowie and his Tour dates visit Mysticbowie.com

Mystic Bowie's Birthday Bash in the Spotlight

2010-01-22T22:39:00.001-05:00

Annual Mystic Bowie Birthday Bash

2010-01-21T19:45:00.002-05:00

Route 22 Restaurant and Bar is honored to host the Annual Mystic Bowie Birthday Bash on Saturday, February 6th, 2010. This year’s theme is Mystic Bowie and Bob Marley Birthday Tribute. Mystic, whose birthday happens just days later, will perform originals from his latest Funky Ska recording, “Nevah Kiss and Tell,” as well as a selection of songs made famous by Bob Marley in honor of Bob’s Birthday, February 6th.

Celebrity guest hosts and MC’s for the event are TomTomClub and Talking Heads’ bassist and drummer, Tina Weymouth and Chris Franz. Guest performers to be featured that night will include Mutti Lewis, Jungleman, Sahmuel, and Coosie and Rob of Anthem Band -- as well as other special surprise guests.

One of the biggest reggae events to happen anywhere in the region, Mystic Bowie’s Birthday Bash begins at 9pm at Route 22 in Stamford (exit 6 south). For more details on the venue, check http://www.rt22restaurant.com/ and choose the Stamford location.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at door. Please call Route 22, 203.323.2229, for details and ticket information.

Gospel/Reggae Artiste Nicholas Bowford

2010-01-19T21:23:00.002-05:00

Nicholas Bowford, affectionately called Apostle is a recording reggae gospel artist who was born in Kingston Jamaica. He has a strong love for music and as a result this comes as no surprise to persons who knew him that he choose to become a recording artist.

Though he was raised in the inner city of Kingston, he has experienced the difference sides of life while living in rural and urban communities on the island. He has endured many hard times in his life but continues to persevere despite the odds.

This Christian young man is gospel music deejay, who also does positive reggae music that addresses the various life experiences.

He has made significant strides in his music career (ministry) since he started, by appearing on many local gospel concerts across the island. He has received great reviews from his performances and persons are being inspired home and abroad by his music.

Apostle is a man who wears many hats, he is not only a recording artist, but also an audio engineer, videographer and video editor.

He has a number of songs that have been getting rotations on radio stations in Jamaica, the United State and in the Caribbean.

For more info visit Apostle's Myspace

Watch Apostle's 'Livity' on youtube.com

Tamika Houde Sings Gospel - ‘Jesus is All I Want’

2010-01-19T20:17:00.002-05:00

Proudly, 20 year old Tamika Houde of Grange Hill, Westmoreland, Jamaica beams; then screams “Thank you Jesus” when she received a telephone call on the morning of Wednesday January 6, 2010 that the production of her first recorded song is finally complete and ready for rotation on radio stations home and abroad.

The song which was written by Tamika Houde and produced by Highlight Records in Westmoreland is entitled ‘Jesus is All I Want’. Executive Producer for this project is Gillian Larmond/Lady Mystery.

Gillian Larmond/Lady Mystery promoter of Gospel in the West - Gospel Song Competition is elated about the production of the song, which is a result of her first gospel song competition and has decided to do a video shoot for it early this year.

Look out for the video for ‘Jesus is All I Want’ and much more from Tamika Houde in 2010.

Soulful Songstress Keri Paige

2010-01-19T20:01:00.002-05:00

In a world where quality in sound and music is sometimes compromised for the hype, it is a rare occasion when you get the complete package in one artiste. The hot, sexy, soulful songstress, Keri Paige is such an artiste and is here to add a new flavour to the reggae music scene.

Keri’s gift of melody was realized at age eleven when she sang at school and throughout the community of Savanna-La-Mar in Westmoreland, Jamaica, where she was born. She developed a passion for music and nurtured her talent as a vocalist and songwriter.

Keri began her professional career as a dominant presence on the Jamaican North Coast hotel circuit, which later led to the release of her first song entitled, “Shine;” released by Dynamic Sounds in 1996 and a second single, “My Way” on the Boot Camp Label in 1999.

Her tremendous talent, demonstrated by her inspired lyrics and good vocal range and versatility, plus the texture and quality of her voice, made her a producer’s dream. With the solid intention of stamping her true authority in the music fraternity, Keri continued working assiduously, stirring a tremendous amount of interest and attention.

In July 2000, Barry O’Hare of World A Muzik Productions, produced a track with Keri called “Mr. DJ.” The track did extremely well on the airwaves and this led to Air Jamaica Airlines immediately including the song in their in-flight program. In August of that same year, she was awarded Artiste of the Month for Juice Magazine. In July 2002, Byron Murray and Street Music went in hot pursuit of Keri Paige, apparently mesmerized by her melodic voice.

They produced a song entitled “I Want A Carpenter” and again in 2003 they produced the hit song “New Day.” This also led to collaboration with reggae superstar, Sizzla, with a track called “Oops.” As Keri’s popularity grew, she went on to record “I Love You Baby” on the Big Yard Label in 2006 and “He Loves Me, He Loves Me not,” featuring Lethal on the Top Secret Label.

Keri has performed on Teensplash, Unity Splash, Rise to the Occasion and Super Reggae Jam, where she shared the state with reggae/dancehall greats such as Beres Hammond, Richie Stephens, Beenie Man, Sizzla, Elephant Man, Cecile and Lady Saw, to name a few. Her face can also be seen on several corporate advertisements and commercials. She has just completed her new single and video, “Hey Sexy,” on the Fire Mix Label and is poised to take her career up another level on the international scene. She is also concentrating on writing songs for her debut album.

Keri Paige represents a new sound and quality in dancehall/reggae, one which is energetic and exciting and is guaranteed to keep music lovers all over the world tapping their feet to a new beat!

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Being the hot, sexy, glamorous and fashionable person she is Keri took time off her musical career in 2009, to concentrate on setting up her women fashion business, known as K.P. Fashions in Savanna-la-Mar, Western Jamaica. While on her break the music in her would not allow her to go the whole year without performing for her fans. She made a few appearances at events held in Western Jamaica, including the Jamaica’s biggest food show; The Westmoreland Curry Festival, where she received and outstanding response from the crowd.

2010 will see the return of Keri Paige in dancehall/reggae arena, bigger, better and hotter, doing live performances, recording new songs and videos for her national and international audience.

Video for Keri's, "Hey Sexy".

Mystic Bowie will celebrate his new album launch at FTC Stage one on Dec 20

2009-11-22T13:01:00.004-05:00

Internationally acclaimed World Music/Reggae Artist, MYSTIC BOWIE will perform on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at FTC’s Stage One to celebrate the release of his new CD, “NEVAH KISS & TELL”.

Mystic Bowie, known to many as a featured performer/frontman with Tom Tom Club, is a standout artist whose energetic Reggae-based performances are infused with elements of Jamaican/Caribbean rhythms, Cajun funk & zydeco, rock, and R&B.

Mystic Bowie has shared the stage with a veritable “Who’s Who” of the entertainment industry and always performs to enthusiastic audiences and rave reviews. Don’t miss the party!

For more information visit www.mysticbowie.com

Mystic Bowie Featured in the Jamaica Weekend Star

2009-11-15T15:42:00.004-05:00

Dalton Laing of the Jamaica Star wrote and article about Mystic Bowie’s album launch which was held on Tuesday November 10, at the Negril Escape. The article was featured in the Weekend Star on Friday November 13.

Dalton wrote:

The Rasta man who hails from Lacovia in St Elizabeth is highly travelled and wants to return home but not without a new album. Hence, he launched it at the Negril Escape, One Love Boulevard Negril and what an event it was.

His new album which happens to be his second is titled Nevah Kiss And Tell and this title track is complimented by 15 other solidly arranged and performed pieces which are all more of the cultural roots flavour bringing out the mind of this artiste.

His first album was Rebirth. They are all available for digital downloads.

The launch saw Mystic Bowie performing several songs from the album, including the title track Nevah Kiss And Tell, Mama, Drug of Choice and Free which featured Professor Nuts in the recording.

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Launch of ‘Nevah Kiss and Tell’ Album

2009-11-12T09:07:00.004-05:00

Since the age of seven, Jamaican born singer, songwriter and producer, Mystic Bowie has performed professionally worldwide and recorded with some of the music industry's hippest melody makers...

All his efforts and preparation led to the official launch of Mystic Bowie’s second album ‘Nevah Kiss and Tell’ was held on Tuesday November 10, at Negril Escape Resort and Spa on One Love Drive (West End), in Negril.

‘Nevah Kiss and Tell’ is an inspiration which came from Mystic Bowie’s many tours and experiences around the world in the last five years.

The album is a compilation of 16 wonderful songs ranging from reggae to congo beats, which were written and produced by Mystic Bowie and published by his own Funky Ska Music Label. The music was arranged by Veteran Guitarist of the USA, Renard Boissiere.

Four of these 16 songs were done in collaboration with special guest artistes, namely Proffessor Nuts and Jah Screw Driver of Jamaica, and Jen Durkin and Christine Tambakis of the USA.

The album cover was designed by Alyson Williams. Photographs on this beautifully designed cover were taken by professional photographer from the USA, Mike Thut.

The launch was attended by representatives from various media houses across Jamaica and overseas; fans who travelled from as far a Europe; other reggae singers who came out to show their support; Reverend Dr. Keith ‘Jo-Jo’ Stewart – Gospel Singer and host pastor of Glory Bound Feature on Vybz 96.3 FM on Sundays and his family; representative of the Negril Chamber of Commerce; his management team and members of his family.

Guest speaker was Mystic Bowie’s adopted father, Mr. L E A Dawes who is and educator in Jamaica. Mr. Dawes spoke about the early days when he met the artiste and nurtured his musical career through various musical competitions, which landed him his first international stage performance in Peru at the age of 13.

The album can be purchased online at Mystic Bowie’s official website

See more pictures of the launch in our gallery and learn more about Mystic Bowie from his biography.

Gospel Singer Tamika Houde

2009-10-20T20:15:00.006-05:00

Tamika Houde was born on April 3, 1989 in Grange Hill, Westmoreland where she currently lives. She was educated at the Grange Hill Primary School where she was successful in her GSAT examinations and was placed in the Grange Hill High School where she successfully completed her secondary level education.

As a child she was exposed to Christianity and attended church on a regular basis. She started her singing career at age 3, and was promoted to singing in the junior and youth choir, as well as being the leader of her church’s praise and worship team.

Since then Tamika has performed at several gospel shows in and around Westmoreland. She has entered numerous gospel competitions, including the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Gospel Song Competition and Gospel in the West - Gospel Song Competition.

Tamika was awarded top honors at Gospel in the West as the Best All Round Performer, winning for herself cash award, Gospel in the West first place trophy and a recording contract to release two gospel songs. Her first recordings will be released before the end of 2009.

Her next performances in Westmoreland will be at A.R.K’s Promotion – An Evening of Praise and Worship at the Savanna-la-Mar High School on Sunday October 25 and Gospel Explosion, which features popular gospel artiste Goddy Goddy at Kool Runnings Water Park in Negril, on Saturday November 28.

“Tamika believes that with God all things are possible”.

Mystic Bowie’s “Nevah Kiss & Tell” Album Launch

2009-09-18T09:06:00.005-05:00

Westmoreland, Jamaica: Since the age of seven, Jamaican born singer, songwriter and producer, Mystic Bowie has performed professionally worldwide and recorded with some of the music industry's hippest melody makers...

Born Fitzroy Alexander Campbell in the community of Lacovia, St. Elizabeth, a descendant of the Maroon Tribe — the only remaining unified tribe in Jamaica — he was given his tribal name, Mystic Bowie, by elders based on powers they sensed in him.

The residents of the Lacovia community take great pride telling all about their community, where Mystic Bowie was born, because he helps children of the community with School supplies and motivation to stay in school.

Mystic became a singer for the Jamaica Tourist Board as a child, performing as many as 2-3 times a day all over the island at different resorts. Between the ages of 9 and 14, Mystic made three (3) recordings for Jack Ruby Records ("Back to Jamaica, "Happy Hut," "Whiny Whiny").

He was 13 when he first left the island to perform abroad and 14 when he left his tribal home and family, moving on his own to Negril. Then as now, he continued to obey the core tribal rules and values — no alcohol, no drugs, no impurities polluting the body. At the age of 17, Mystic moved to Birmingham, England to study at the University of Birmingham. Upon completion, Mystic moved to the United States.

Mystic Bowie has returned to Jamaica on a regular basis to attend to his humanitarian projects as well as to perform in concerts on the North Coast. This year he will be returning Jamaica to launch his latest album “Nevah Kiss & Tell”, on November 10, 2009, at the Negril Escape Resort and Spa in Westmoreland.

“Nevah Kiss & Tell” is an inspiration which came from his many tours and experiences around the world in the last five years. Some of the songs are done in collaboration with special guest artistes, such as “Professor Nuts” (Jamaica), “Jen Durkin” (USA), “Christine Tambakis” (USA) and “Jah Screw Driver” (Jamaica)
The 4 singles “Nevah Kiss & Tell”; “Nevah Run Away”; “Music Is My Drug of Choice” and “Conga Line” were chosen by fans at shows where he performed.

The album features 10 other songs which will be released for digital downloads only, with many other special guests. Some of these guests featured on the album are working with Mystic in an effort to showcase their talents. Mystic will be producing some of their songs on his own Funky Ska Music label.

Recently Mystic has been appearing on stages all over including the USA and British Columbia Canada. All his tours were successful, especially in British Columbia Canada. Due to his success, organizers of the “Okanagan Film festival” approached Mystic to make a short film about him to enter into the Okanagan Film fest.

Immediately after the Launch in Jamaica he will be traveling British Columbia Canada to shoot the film on December 1, 09.

See more about Mystic Bowie at www.mysticbowie.com

Jeremey JT Thompson Biography

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Jeremey 'JT' Thompson was born in Westmoreland, Jamaica. He was educated at the Savanna-la-Mar Primary and Petersfield High School. His first point of contact on a daily basis is God, the creator of all things, from whom he receives inspiration.

He is a Christian who loves and sings cultural reggae, lover’s rock, R&B and gospel music. JT is from a very talented family, which includes: singers, professional dancers, model and radio announcer.

Like most musical entertainers in Jamaica, he started singing in the church, where he performed solo acts, as well as being the choir leader for many years. He is now writing and singing his own songs and based on reviews to date his music is doing well and getting regular rotation on popular radio stations across Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean.

JT now resides in the parish of St. James, where he works in the hotel industry. Regardless of his other obligations, JT ensures that his love and passion for music is projected to the world at large and through his musical expression, he is creating a name for himself, by performing on stages all over Jamaica, where he is receiving much love from his fans; colleagues in the music industry and producers.
He is currently working with Sly Records in Westmoreland, Jamaica to produce his first album, which will be released in 2010.

Look out for this dynamic, melodious singer and performer, with his cool demeanour and a heart of love. JT is definitely making a great impact in the music industry.

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Review of JT’s performance at Gospel in the West:

Gospel/Cultural Reggae singer and song writer, Jeremey Thompson, popularly known as JT gave an outstanding and soul stirring performance at Gospel in the West (gospel song competition) in Westmoreland on Sunday September 13, where he was the guest performer.

He is a new artiste on the gospel and reggae music scene, but has been performing all over Western Jamaica since he was a teenager. JT hails from the parish of Westmoreland in Jamaica, but now resides close to the second city, Montego Bay, where he is currently employed at Ritz Carlton.

His love and passion for music keeps him busy in the recording studio and at concerts whenever he is not at his regular job.

Currently JT has two new releases “Dem Nah Live Right” and “Alecia” that are getting rotation on radio stations in Jamaica.

Dem Nah Live Right speaks about the bad values and attitudes of people in our society, while Alecia is a lover’s rock song about loving a woman who was once in a bad relationship.

Look out for new releases and videos for “Dem Nah Live Right” and “Alecia” early 2010, as well as regular stage performances.