THE SECOND-ANNUAL CHICAGO REGGAE FESTIVAL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!
http://www.chicagoreggaefestival.com

DON'T WAIT
ADVANCE TICKET SALES END
AT 6PM CDT FRIDAY AUGUST 22nd
GATES OPEN AT 11:30 AM
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE 2008
(SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)
12 PM: Jah Roots
1:30 PM: The Itals
3 PM: Dub Dis
3:45 PM: Queen Omega
5 PM: Kofi
6:30 PM: Anthony B
8:30 PM: Bunny Wailer

BUNNY WAILER
New Roots Productions is proud to bring you the legendary Bunny Wailer in
his first-ever Chicago performance! As the sole surviving member of the
original Wailers, which he formed with Peter Tosh and Bob Marley, and a
three-time grammy award-winning artist in his own right, Bunny Wailer, aka
Jah B, is a living legend who continues to promote and perform reggae music
to audiences around the world.

ANTHONY B
Anthony B embodies all that it is spiritual and proactive about Reggae
music. He has been steadfast in his mission to represent the poor and
oppressed, using sharp lyrics to confront political injustices and bring the
issues of the people to the forefront. In the process, he has raised the
quality of performance standards and lyrical content for the industry,
through the release of over 20 albums, more than 1000 singles, and
appearances on over 100 albums. Over the years, he has collaborated with
Bone Crusher, Akon, Wyclef Jean, Snoop Dogg, R. Kelly, and Martina. He is
one of Reggae's most prolific and engaging artistes, an electrifying
performer whose music grips the public social conscience.
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QUEEN OMEGA
Queen Omega hails from San Fernando in Trinidad. Encouraged by her mother,
she began entering local talent shows from the age of nine, writing her own
calypsos and even rapping on national television. Later on she sang backing
vocals for local producer Kenny Philips, accompanying numerous top Soca acts
both in the studio and on stage. Raised in a musical family, she grew up
listening to soul artists like Aretha Franklin, Anita Baker and Whitney
Houston, as well as jazz and the traditional music of Trinidad. Inspired by
the teachings of Emperor Haile Selassie I, her song writing skills soon
blossomed, as her love of Rastafari deepened. With her well-received
recordings and live performances, Queen Omega has been blazing a trail for
female roots reggae artists. She mixes singing with deejaying, and is
equally efficient at doing both. Her distinctive voice, conscious lyrics,
and great riddims will make Queen Omega's performance one that is not to be
missed.

KOFI
Kofi hails from the Caribbean nation of Dominica, and is a founding member
of the acclaimed Roots, Stem, & Branches (RSB Band). Between 1983 and 2000,
RSB released 10 albums that feature reggae, soca and zouk, the native music
of Dominica. RSB toured extensively in Canada, England, the U.S. and the
Caribbean and opened for such artists as Ziggy Marley, Bunny Wailer,
Culture, and Dennis Brown. In recent years, Kofi has devoted his writing
skills to the genre he is most passionate about: roots reggae. His brand-new
debut solo CD "New Name" features all-original reggae tracks reminiscent of
roots reggae's glory days combined with a fresh, contemporary sound. This
artist's energetic and passionate live performances uplift the audience and
encourage the celebration of life. His featured female vocalist, Tye Cole,
has a voice that has drawn comparisons with that of the great Lauryn Hill.
Kofi, along with Tye and the Redemption Fire Band, will create an
unforgettable reggae music experience.
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THE ITALS
The ITALS
Keith Porter
Long before the Itals were a spark in their producer's eye, Keith Porter
recorded his first hit single, "Hitey Titey", with the Westmorelites on the
Studio One label in 1967. Around 1969, Keith became lead singer for a band
named Soul Hermit, backed by Eugene Gray and Wignal Henry on guitars, and
Reginald Seewell and Nash on base and drums. They played in numerous
entertainment sectors of Jamaica until Owen Sinclair put together a new band
in 1971....

JAH ROOTS
Springfield, Missouri is an unlikely location to have spawned one of
America's most talented and relevant reggae bands. But, make no mistake,
every member of JAH ROOTS is proud of their hometown and without fail,
lead-singer Josh Heinrichs (aka, Ras Josh), informs audiences
night-in-and-night-out exactly where it is they call home. There is no
pretense involved. The men of JAH ROOTS know exactly where they're from, and
exactly the fantastic potential their music represents.

DEVON BROWN & DUB DIS
Reggae is not just a music, it is a philosophy, with a message handed out to
a danceable beat. In the current musical landscape, Dub Dis delivers a
message of the love of humankind.
What makes Dub Dis unique is their rich tapestry of creative expression that
draws its inspiration from Jamaica's diverse ethnic influences. Featuring a
blend of reggae, ska, calypso, mento, and soca, Dub Dis encompasses a fresh
sound that is artistically entertaining.