If You're in BK on Nov. 1st...

If You're in BK on November 1st CHECK THIS OUT!!!

Reggae 3000 is coming...Idiginis!

IDIGINIS is the musical inner-thought brought to life in order to show the ONENESS that has existed in man since the begining of time.

As a band of Souljahs from different parts of the world, you are able to witness the culmination of different cultures & ideas...

With Aauzraam's powerful lead vocals & thought provoking lyrics, Dizzy Boots' heart pounding bass, Mikey Dub's sweet leads on guitar, I-Jahman bubblin' keys & vocals, Lee's Slammin' Riddim Guitar and Vocals, and Bobby Drums keepin' it all on time behind the drums...

Still 'in the womb' - under nine months old, IDIGINIS have been blessed with opportunities to play Houston Reggae Festival 2008 with Sugar Minott, Freddie McGregor, Third World, Elephant Man, and more to an overwhelming response. The band has recently played dates with Groundation and Pato Banton's Mystic Roots Band. IDIGINIS were also chosen to be a part of a taping for ABC's Wifeswap in Houston after NYC casting agents found the band online through MySpace, which aired in primetime on Fri, October 31st, 2008 to 3.34 million Total Viewers (Nielsen Media Research).

IDIGINIS has been building a following fast - pumping out their mix of tuff modern roots infused with rock and hints of dub, while paying homage the classic foundation riddims of reggae music - to larger crowds show after show in their hometown of Houston. The band plans to tour extensively next year, including offers from overseas. Coming up in early 2009, shows confirmed include the Houston Reggae and Ska Festival @ Meridian in Houston, and an opening slot for Badfish (Sublime Tribute) @ the newly opened House of Blues Houston.

...THE JOURNEY HAS BEGUN ... WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF IDIGINIS.

The AlternativeInformant caught up with MIKEY DUB of IDIGINIS and asked him about the group and what we can expect in the future.

AlternativeInformant: How long have you been involved with music?

Mikey Dub: All of us have been musicians in one form or another for many years, anywhere from 15-40 years since our age ranges are so varied. IDIGINIS is still a baby though for all of us together, almost at 9 months right now.

AlternativeInformant: What would you describe your music as?

Mikey Dub: Our singer Aauzraam calls our sound 'Reggae 3000', as we're taking traditional Jamaican roots reggae riddims and all infusing our own influences into the music, including rock, dub, latin and carribean fusion. I would describe our overall sound as conscious, positive, and with a strong universal message that will get people dancing and thinking at the same time.

AlternativeInformant: You played at Houston Reggae Festival 2008 with legends such as, Sugar Minott, Elephant and Third World among many other how was it playing with legends like that?

Mikey Dub: It's a blessing really. The fact that we've had great opportunities for being such a new up and coming band. The positive response we had at the Houston festival affirmed why we play this music and can play with anyone and reach out to the people. We've also recently done shows with established bands like Groundation and Dub Trio.

AlternativeInformant: Where are you all from?

Mikey Dub: What makes IDIGNIS particularly unique is the mix of people. Our singer Aauzraam and bass player Dizzy are from Texas, elder dread Lee spent a lot of time in Germany but is from the U.S., keyboard player I-Jahman is from New Orleans, Louisiana. Our drummer Bobby and I were both raised in California, though I was born in Uzbekistan, USSR.

AlternativeInformant: Does your music have a message? If so, what is that message?

Mikey Dub: The true message of our music is ONENESS - hence the logo with the pyramid and the Eye. The third eye which urges the people to wake up and step outside of themselves, unite despite race, creed, politics, etc..., and approach the world with love and consciousness, especially in the troubled times in today's society.

AlternativeInformant: Your self-titled debut album is coming out soon what can we expect?

Mikey Dub: The debut EP, simply titled IDIGINIS - showcases the diversity of the music, with each song portraying a different vibe so people can see our range of songwriting and creativity. There are many more songs written waiting to be recorded, but we thought this would be a great introduction of IDIGINIS to the world.

AlternativeInformant: What differentiates you from other bands that play a similar kind of music?

Mikey Dub: One phrase: "ORIGINAL positive roots music for the modern era". A lot of 'reggae' bands these days, including very talented ones, choose to replicate the newer-school sound of groups like Sublime. On the other hand, of the styles coming out of Jamaica today is pop oriented dance-hall, with bling, ice, 'grillz', and booty shaking just like the Top 40 rap out there to try to top the charts with their 'hot' new single that people will forget quickly. No message, no consciousness, and no authenticity. Other bands feel like they can only play reggae by doing all cover sets of Bob Marley or other mainstream artists like Shaggy or UB40, to appease the party masses who have never experienced reggae music beyond their copy of 'Legend'. They don't go beyond. We incorporate some covers to pay respects to our reggae heroes, but again, the key words are 'ORIGINAL MUSIC'.

AlternativeInformant: Where did the name Idiginis come from?

Mikey Dub: IDIGINIS is a take on Indigenous - meaning native or 'from the roots'. The (I) again, ties in with the theme of ONENESS, the eye of the world watching and waiting for people to wake up and focus on reality. In Rastafari philosophy, the common use of 'I&I' actually means 'WE' - as in a collective, eliminating the self for the greater good of all. Even we all in IDIGINIS have different spiritualities and views of the world, the foundation of the music is based on the teachings of His Imperial Majesty Haile Sellasie I, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, the Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah. However, as long as we all strive to live our lives with love, compassion, and respect for one another, it doesn't matter who your idea of a Higher Power is.

AlternativeInformant: Are there any artists that influence your sound and your music?

Mikey Dub: We all listen to so much music, and are collectors and enthusiasts. Our foundation lies in the legendary roots singers like Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, John Holt, Joe Higgs, Barrington Levy, and obviously Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer, Bob Marley and The Original Wailers. We also enjoy the more modern roots sounds of Midnite, Gentleman, Groundation, John Brown's Body, Jah Cure, and many others. However, our individual members tastes range from hip-hop, afro-beat, ska, jazz, gospel, classic to modern rock, trip-hop and Electronica, dub & dub step, metal, hardcore, punk, etc.

AlternativeInformant: Does where you’re from influence your sound and music?

Mikey Dub: The term 'you're a product of your environment' definitely applies here. We've all seen and experienced war, crime, racism, addiction, the widening gap between the haves and have-nots, poverty, and general human struggle. The lyrics definitely reflect that, and once people really listen and read the lyrics in the CD, it will be very clear where we're coming from. We're not trying to say we're perfect or above anyone else - like any other human being, we experience impulses of jealousy, greed, negative thoughts and ego.

AlternativeInformant: What does the future hold for Idignis?

Mikey Dub: Well, with our debut EP coming up, we're going all out to use our resources and network to break out nationally and eventually internationally. Jah willing, more and more people will hear the music and continue to respond positively like they have from the very beginning. We're being offered great shows, linking u amazing people, and looking to tour very soon to share our vibes with as many people as we can.

Blessed love and Jah Guide!!
Raspect on behalf of all of IDIGINIS

Mikey DUB.

http://www.myspace.com/idiginis

NY is bringing the UK back!

Soulful, skilled, talented and infectious is what you expect to hear when you hear Ny. A mix of Soul, Rn’B, Grime and Reggae Ny is diverse and definitely has the AlternativeInformant hooked! This is an artist to look out for!

AlternativeInformant: How long have you been involved in music?

Ny: I hated school and would book myself into music courses in the Camden area. I began doing talent shows and winning them at age 13 so a long time lol.

AlternativeInformant: What inspired you to get involved with music?

Ny:It was just something inside of me that glows and always has.

AlternativeInformant: Are there any artists that influence you and your music?

Ny: The biggest was Mariah Carey followed by Lauryn Hill, Whitney Houston but my parents played a lot of music at home and so im influenced by the music i grew up to, from Simone and Garfunkel,Blondie, The police, Shangralas,Shirelles to Beres Hammond,Jah cure,Peter tosh, Burning Spear to name a few.

AlternativeInformant: For those of you that haven't heard your music, how would you describe it?

Ny: A fusion of soul,reggae and pop with elements of grime. Im an honest writer and my style has alot to do with my writing.

AlternativeInformant: Where did the name NY come from?

Ny: Ny is short for Nyomi.

AlternativeInformant: Are there any artists that you'd like to work with in the future?

Ny: I'd love to work with Beres Hammond, Ryan Lesley,Dream,Damien Marley,The Fray Thats just a few.

AlternativeInformant: You've performed in front of large crowds before, what's the most enjoyable thing about performing in front of a large crowd?

Ny: Performing is my favourite thing as I can give my energy to my crowd and feed off thier energy. Its the best feeling in the world,the bigger the crowd the more confident I am and to me being able to captivate a live audience is a great skill in any field.

AlternativeInformant: Where are you from and does that influence your music?

Ny: Im a child of the world, from Earth (well just about) so im influenced by music from all over the world.

AlternativeInformant: Does your music have a message if so, what is that message?

Ny: Every song has a message I love to uplift and inspire but also share my experiences both positive and negative.

AlternativeInformant: What differentiates you from other Rn'B artists?

Ny: My work doesnt conform to any one genre. When you hear my voice you know it's Ny.

AlternativeInformant: I've heard that you worked with Ironik on a track called, "Stay with me" how was that?

Ny: Ironik's got a bright future and the live recording was a lot of fun, I am on other tracks on his album too.

AlternativeInformant: Finally what does the future hold for NY?

Ny: I am promoting my new track with Wookie called Falling again. I am about to do a mini US tour with The Count and Sinden. My first album is the thing to look out for!

Check out: http://www.myspace.com/nyofficial

Mystical Reggae, Hip-Hop & Soul vibes!

Dread Daze is a mystical blend of Reggae, Hip-Hop and Soul vibes. Rising up in the L.A. Underground scene with the likes of Jurassic 5, Black Eyed Peas and Ozomatli Dread Daze has carved out their own niche , captivating a wide variety of audiences around the globe with an explosive stage show.

Patois dialect rhyming, the sweet melodic voice of Ria combined with Najashi's cool style and the music of a band that knows the vibes of mystical musical elements. Mystic vibrations and a overstanding of the elements of life is what enables the music of Dread Daze to come forth.

AlternativeInformant: Where did your love for music come from?

Dread Daze: Peace o all the good folks. My love of music came from my mother and family. There were always all types of music playing in our house and some of my family members are musicians.

AlternativeInformant: How long have you been involved in the industry?

Dread Daze: For over ten years now every year defining the Dread Daze sound and vibes.

AlternativeInformant: What would you describe your genre of music as?

Dread Daze: Well our foundation is reggae but we travel through other genres like hip hop, soul, rock and alternative sounds.

AlternativeInformant: What differentiates you from other artists?

Dread Daze: We strive to be original in all our works we feel where folks stop musically Dread Daze keeps on going strong.

AlternativeInformant: It's an interesting name. How did you get the name, Dread Daze?

Dread Daze: I was called Daze in then my music mentor George Grant introduced me to George Clinton from parliament and he said" hey George meet Dread Daze" and from there it felt and sounded cool.

AlternativeInformant: Do your songs have a message?

Dread Daze: Yes yes our music does not preach but observe the world and people.

AlternativeInformant: What do you think about the music industry in general at the moment and the impact it has on artist's music?

Dread Daze: To be honest we are in a state of good music worldwide more musicians are doing a lot more to get heard on the indie level and we are with that the majors god help them. What we don’t like is the corporate machine that makes a mockery out of music.

AlternativeInformant: "MURDER IN THE NAME OF RELIGION" is a powerful song, where did the inspiration for making a song like that come from?

Dread Daze: Thank you very much for that. The climate of the world we live in so much fighting for no reason the world is in pain and needs healing.

AlternativeInformant: Are there any artists that influence you?

Dread Daze: Yes many known and unknown I get vibes from all things and all inspires our works. From Bob Marley to Nat king Cole.

AlternativeInformant: What does the future hold for Dread Daze?

Dread Daze: We have the DI WALL coming soon by the summer. It will be on Itunes and many other outlets. Performing shows and videos, a movie, and thanking god and keeping it with much thanks and peace-in.
Najashi.


http://www.myspace.com/dreaddaze

http://www.dreaddaze.com

Jah Jah Yute: Words are his power

Jah Jah Yute was born and raised in the parish of Hanover Jamaica in an area called Rock Springs. His fans say he has spiritual lyrics and sounds like Bob Marley and Admiral Tibit amd Gregory Issacs.

From Mo-Bay to Kingston, Jah Jah Yute and his Roots Rock Reggae style has shared the stage and been featured with such artist as Vibe Cartel George Nooks, Paul Elliott, Ken Booth and many more.

Words Power On Sound is Jah Jah Yute latest release.

AlternativeInformant: What would you describe your genre of music as?

Jah Jah Yute: Roots Rock Reggae.

AlternativeInformant: How long have you been involved in the music industry?

Jah Jah Yute: Since I was 9 years old. My father owned a night club which had a sound system call Sir King B.

AlternativeInformant: Are there any artists that influence you or your music?

Jah Jah Yute: Of course Bob Marley, also Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown and Admiral Tibit to name a few.

AlternativeInformant: What would you say your biggest influence is?

Jah Jah Yute: Jah God Almighty. And I believe in myself.

AlternativeInformant: What do you think differentiates your music from other artists in the same genre as you?

Jah Jah Yute: My style, my lyrics and my spiritual connection unifying the world with peace and love.

AlternativeInformant: Is there a message to your music?

Jah Jah Yute: Peace, Love and Unity.

AlternativeInformant: Do you think the music industry needs to change? If so why?

Jah Jah Yute: The music industry is evolving as we speak. The ability to digitally download music and to be able to market yourself on the internet, like on Myspace, has made the industry change. Where the change will take us I don't know, I am going to just kept making music.

AlternativeInformant: What do you find most enjoyable about creating music?

Jah Jah Yute: The spiritual connection with The Lord and the message he gives me to deliver to his people is so wonderful.

AlternativeInformant: How did your name, Jah Jah Yute come about?

Jah Jah Yute: People in my community called me Jah Yute because of the message in my music. When African Symbol heard the message of my music in his recording studio in Montego Bay, Jamaica, He called me Jah Jah Yute.

AlternativeInformant: Finally, what does the future hold for Jah Jah Yute?

Jah Jah Yute: To continue to deliver the message of The Almighty.

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Or visit:http://free.napster.com/view/artist/index.html?id=12131878

http://www.myspace.com/jahjahyute68

www.jahjahyute.com