Getting Busy with .... Busy Signal - Bou Ya - & a King Yellowman Feature

Recognize the tune?



Here it is... SA to JA


Nice tribute to the early DJ's Busy....


This riddim never gets old. I bet some version of it will play in 100 years from now




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One DJ who became a huge star in reggae dancehall music is Yellowman named so as he has Albinism
He became well known for his energetic stage performances and 'slack lyrics'.... [Bio]








A few interviews with Yellowman

Weekend WOW Factor: African American's?.... or African's in America..? [ft Burning Spear]

Is it time for African American's to drop the 'American' from thier descriptor?
Yes.. as you may have guessed... today's WOW Factor is simply a question

or a series of questions..

Is the worlds love affair with America reaching an un-fairytale like conclusion?

With the high profile murders of black men ( and boys) by American law enforcement seemingly justified away with the perpetrators facing no charges but walking freely...surely one unifying move would be to state outright... we are no longer American.
We are Africans. .. in America.
It could be a powerful display - not only of unity, but of disgust and contempt for the current system.
A system that allows incidents such as the ones we hear of often, to happen
How would 'Americans' handle such a statement?.

But will 'African Americans' ever do that?
I doubt it
In fact.. if Raven ( see sidebar) is an example of the 'New Black' I've heard some people ( mainly Pharrell Williams) refer to, it seems to me that many would sooner drop the African
.. Yep....just call me - American

Well.... I wonder how they feel now..?

after watching a grown man plea for air..
a non aggressive and non threatening black man state clearly .. 'I want no trouble officer...'
..only to be choke dragged down like an animal.. til he could breathe ( and would never breathe) no more

The American Dream

..'coined 1931 by James Truslow Adams (1878-1949), U.S. writer and popular historian (unrelated to the Massachusetts Adamses), in "Epic of America."

[The American Dream is] that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement. It is a difficult dream for the European upper classes to interpret adequately, and too many of us ourselves have grown weary and mistrustful of it. It is not a dream of motor cars and high wages merely, but a dream of social order in which each man and each woman shall be able to attain to the fullest stature of which they are innately capable, and be recognized by others for what they are, regardless of the fortuitous circumstances of birth or position'. [Adams][Source]

The question of Identity comes up often

Taking into consideration the history of 'Black America'.. 'giving up' on America, may be too bitter a pill to swallow
The civil rights movement was a hard fought battle
Many fought ( some to the death) for the right to be 'African American'.. to be called just so.... and not boy - or n*****r..
To be treated with respect

Marcus Garvey

My final question is.. was the battle to be 'African American' really worth fighting for after all....
Perhaps it would have been better - to simply fight for the right to be an African..
...who just happens to live in America.



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R Jay - You're the one

Prepared as I thought I was, it appears the cold has arrived to hurt my little body
Note to self.... get scarf and gloves
Just in case you're unclear... it's very , very , cold outside.

I'm really enjoying the versions on the 7ven riddim
I began a few months back with Christopher Martin.. then Alaine... and I'm now finding these ones equally adorable

I'm pretty chilled this evening
No stress..no need... the world will keep turning
I enjoyed my language class today as per usual, and feel I'm making progress, although I need to practice more in the week.
I've been lazy with my Krio, but no stress... it'll come
My sister gave me some good advice this evening, which is to buy my suitcase now, and begin to pack what I need to take for my trip little by little, thus spreading the costs, and easing any burden
Good tip.
Especially as time tends to go by quickly
I'm going to consciously aim to have a very modest Christmas this year.
( Although I did send Ti out to buy a 'real Christmas tree' thinking it would cost about £20.. he came back telling me they cost about £100!!... what?!... get thee to Argos son... or open that cupboard and bring out old faithful :)
I know...I digress
In truth, I want to consider those who have had a really tough time this year.. and continue to.. for no fault of their own.
I think humanity has entered a very interesting phase... I feel almost inspired to take a little read of the book of revelations.
but..no... I've decided..tonight...is my night off .
Even warriors rest.. or so I believe.

Modest as I aim to be, I do want to get my nails done, because they need a little help, and I want them to look much nicer than they currently do. Oy... maybe next week

Hope you enjoy the song
Have a lovely evening

Sierra Leone has a problem 'bigger' than Ebola - Yes, I have Mining on my mind and Burning Spear on my Playlist

African Minerals recently announced a total shutdown of its Mine - leaving thousands of its workers unemployed [click]
The government are silent.
No redundancy for workers, no pay out?
Nothing.



I came across this 'Open letter' to President Ernest Bai Koroma
I doubt anyone will read it.. why?
Why would they... if they can ignore it.. they will [clcik]
In truth, I hope it is read.. and its points are taken into consideration.

I hope that the Mining Industry becomes profitable for the people of Sierra Leone and not just the Multinational companies.
But it may be a false hope.



Here's the thing.
Despite everything, I hope the mine re-opens.. why? because the people need jobs.
The government should step in - right now, to protect the workers, but as yet.. we wait
Why?
I don't know.
That the people are now at the mercy of foreign investors makes me want to cry.
This is neo colonialism at its worse
That the government appears to be failing to take care of the workers is appalling
In truth.. I would say that what is taking place in Sierra Leone is a national and international scandal equal to the banking crisis that crippled many western economies.. damaging the lives and pockets of many ordinary folk.

The exploitation of Mining in Sierra Leone and treatment of workers needs a Global Spotlight



But the focus.. the Spotlight, is now on Ebola.
Or so they say.

How can an Iron Ore Mining Industry generate billions and billions for foreign investors whilst the country( which makes it possible ) remains one of the poorest in the world?

Sierra Leone could be heaven or hell.
It will be heaven - or hell.
Surely the current leaders would want to avoid another civil war at all costs!?

Instead of helping 'African Governance specialist' Tony Blair and his allies to become richer and richer....
Instead of shutting up dissenting voices
It's time for the government to ensure that so called 'investors' - multinationals..pay up!.
The country must benefit. The people much benefit. Services and jobs must improve.

It's time the leaders woke up
People will only be pushed so far
Ebola is a symptom, but not a casue

Dejour - Show I Love & Crazy for You - RR ft Mavado

Good morning all x
Here's another track taken from the 7ven riddim
I love the sentiment of this song.. making love is so much more than a purely physical act. Plus..makes it that much more special when you actually do.. right?
It's a bright new day
I'm awake... with love on my mind.
Happy Saturday :)

Wizboyy - TGIF

Good morning x.
The weekend is nigh..

Ebola - We don tire - Salone Xclusive!

Hope you've all had a nice day..

Well..as promised... here is an upcoming track from Sierra Leone, ' Ebola.. we don tire'

Produced by the TalaSaid Foundation and set for general release, this track features some of the hottest artists in Sierra Leone right now.
M2, Melody, Troy d Boy, Itribe, Drizzy, & Vicky Dave.
This song is a melodic and heartfelt narrative of life in Salone whilst living under a state of emergency.
Sending a message of hope, and a plea to the people to follow advice, this song is sure to offer comfort to the people, as they learn how best to stay safe.
Sweet
Hope you enjoy