I-Octane on the Cover of L3 Magazine. March 2014!

I-Octane Covers the March, 2014 Issue of L3 Magazine

ft. jointpop | Idris Elba | Lady Keyz | Ossie | Music | Beauty and More!

 

The March issue of L3 Magazine is out and features internationally acclaimed superstar

I-Octane on the front cover.  Exclusive to L3 Magazine, I-Octane shares his experiences in making his 2^nd studio album entitled My Journey, including the pressures to keep making hit records.  He also responds to popular commentary about his work ethic, and where he would be without music.

Song River travels to Trinidad & Tobago to speak to the twin republics Rock band jointpop!  It’s hard to believe that Rock comes from the Caribbean, but as far as jointpop’s fans are concerned, they don’t care.  Good music is good music!  So how does a Rock band grow to international status?!  This is a must read on how the band overcame a lot of ‘no’s!’

Most people know Idris Elba for his on screen performances in movies such as Mandela – Long Walk to Freedom, or Heimdell in the movie Thor or as Gordon Jennings in Takers.  Few know that Idris began his career in Entertainment as a professional DJ, and we have his exclusive mix ‘Look with Your Ears’ Vol. 1 which takes fans on a 1 hour musical journey that leaves them wanting more.

Ossie, aka Triple O Productions hails from the UK and is one of the most influential music producers on an international scale.  He is not limited to one genre, and has experienced great success with 2Face Idibia, Beenie Man, Vicky Sola and more.  He proudly represents a growing base of Naija enthusiasts and is at the top of his game.  How does he bridge Dancehall, Pop and African music?  We have the answers!

Rohan Beckford chops up the musical movements of Hip Rock and Dancehall newcomer Lady Keyz, Kay Cunningham has beauty tips and advice, Ali Motamed reviews X-Box One’s Plants v. Zombies Garden Warfare and Ekow Minakow creates African Masks using Lego.  Model of the Month, the true story behind U2’s “No Ordinary Love” and more available at www.L3Magazine.com!

About L3 Magazine:

L3 Magazine is the #1 Caribbean-Urban monthly Magazine that covers the globe to bring its readers content on Music, Fashion, Entertainment and Technology.  Our publication is trusted as a leading source of information for a monthly average 70,000 readers.  With writers in France, Germany, the Caribbean and North America, our readers receive exclusive industry content first.  Additional divisions include L3 Designs, L3 Radio, and L3 Publicity.

L3 Magazine December, 2013 featuring Bobby Clarke Denyque | Nature | Jay Crazie | History Miami | Music Charts and More!

Creating an empire in media is not an easy feat unless your name is Mr. Bobby Clarke!  CEO of Irie Jam Media Group, Mr. Clarke overseas Radio, special events such as Irie Jamboree and his newest division Signature 78 (where Fashion meets the Islands).  Juggling several hats is not easy, but our front cover feature does it well.  Not only does he service a growing 3 million people of Caribbean decent via radio in the Tri-State area, he is advancing Caribbean culture to corporate America and a major step was holding Irie Jamboree 2013 at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn.  Bobby Clarke’s voice isn’t loud but his presence is!  Read about his empire and how it was built in this fantastic interview!  

Tricia ‘ZJ Sparks’ Spence speaks to two movers and shakers in Jamaica.  The first is Reggae singer Nature, and the second is beat maker and producer Jay Crazie.  Both personalities speak candidly and openly on what it is to make the music they make from the perspective they make it from.

Our UK correspondent, Portia Clarke asks a few questions of the sexy Dancehall siren, Denyque whose career is bubbling HOTTT like soup.  Everything from the artists vocal style to her fashion taste is front and center for the world to read.

For the number of lives he’s touched, and the changes he’s brought to the world, L3 Magazine pays tribute to Nelson Mandela.  Editor in Chief Natasha Von Castle shares a few touching words about the world revolutionary in her editorial, and the L3 Design team accompanies that with a pictorial spread.

Rounding out our last issue for 2013 is a look at History Miami as covered by Heike Dempster, a fantastic recipe for Rum Cake from Charlotte, Model of the month shot through the lens of Jerome Dupont (of Neu Era Photography), Music Charts (downloads and video), Music Review of the hottest riddims and albums as well as a travel profile on St. Kitts and Nevis.

All of this and more is available at www.L3Magazine.com!

About L3 Magazine:

L3 Magazine is the #1 Caribbean-Urban monthly Magazine that covers the globe to bring its readers content on Music, Fashion, Entertainment and Technology.  Our publication is trusted as a leading source of information for a monthly average 48,000 readers.  With writers in France, Germany, the Caribbean and North America, our readers receive exclusive industry content first.  Additional divisions include L3 Designs, L3 Radio, and L3 Publicity.

For advertisement placement in the Magazine or related divisions, contact Rohan ‘Dilinga’ Beckford at 347-370-6829 or email irie.rbeckford@gmail.com

DJ Norie ~ Christopher Ellis ~ Bramma ~ Reigndrop Lopes ~ Music News ~ Charts and More in L3 Magazine - November, 2013!

Power is one of the most coveted resources by many, and it is held on the radio by one of the most humble people the music industry knows; DJ Norie!  Performing on Power 105.1 FM in New York, his station is rated #1 based on Arbitron statistics, and he has listeners tune in from around the world just to hear him.

In his first ever feature sit down interview, the jock doesn’t see his power the way we do, instead, he looks at his position as a professional responsibility which he takes very seriously.  Speaking to Natasha Von Castle, we understand why one of music’s greatest resources is entrusted to this man.  How did Norie respond when asked “Your radio show Anything Goes – Caribbean Edition is similar to the United Nations in that fans can hear good Reggae and Dancehall from around the world … how much of the show is fun for you, and how much is ‘work?!’”

Christopher Ellis is doing his Father, Alton Ellis, and the overall genre of music proud.  Not one to rest of the fact that he comes from music royalty, Christopher works very hard at his craft so that when he shares it with the world, the world can say ‘yes’!

With a new EP out entitled “Better Than Love,” and several performances booked, we thought now would be a good time to sit down and speak to the living legacy about his life in music, memories of his Dad, and future plans.  

Tricia ‘SJ Sparks’ Spence sits down with Bramma da Gorilla whose popularity in Dancehall has grown beyond Jamaica, and has become international.  Not wasting any time, and not mincing any words, Sparks asks Bramma ‘You have mentioned Rasta and you are noticeably slimmer; now you know Jamaican people; once someone loses weight they assume you’re sick or on drugs.  Let me get this out of the way, are you sick or on drugs?”  Bramma’s response follows!

Reigndrop Lopes is the sister of Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopes and is mirroring her sisters musical footsteps.  Forging her own path in Hip Rock (which is a combination of Hip Hop and Rock), Reigndrop shares what life has been like in the music business, and also shares fond memories of her sister.  Her passion project is healthy eating for children is also discussed between she and Jackie Boatwight.  After reading this, you will know about the power of a Reigndrop!

Charitable works by Sean ‘P. Diddy’ Combs is covered by revolt TV, and the charitable works of Mr. Lee G is shared with our readers by Heike Dempster who writes about the artists trip to Mali, and how Mr. Lee G has combined his music with giving back to a community in need.

We round out this month’s issue with our model of the month (shot through the lens of Mr. Jerome Dupont), delicious waffles from Food editor Jimmy Tambou, news about the Tupac biopic, music charts and reviews about Eddie Murphy, Wayne Marshall, Stylo G and more.  We also introduce new talents Alexus Rose, Ira Losco and Sincere.

The November, 2013 issue of L3 Magazine is waiting for you here >>> http://bit.ly/1hzXXeN

SOUNDS OF THE CARIBBEAN - Hosted By Selecta Jerry

SOUNDS OF THE CARIBBEAN - Hosted By Selecta Jerry

2:00pm to 6:00pm (EST) via 88.9FM

http://www.selectajerry.podbean.com

Peter Tosh – Equal Rights – Equal Rights: Legacy Edition – Sony

Tony Tuff – Give Thanks & Praise – How Long – Shaka Music

Mighty Diamonds – Morgan The Pirate – Reggae Anthology: The Mighty Diamonds Pass The Knowldege – VP

Cornell Campbell Meets Soothsayers – Jah Jah Me No Born Yah/ Jah Jah Me No Born Yah Dub – Nothing Can Stop Us – Strut

Baba Brooks – Shank I Shek – Baba Brooks & His Band - CDR

Bob Marley & The Wailers – Lively Up Yourself – Songs Of Freedom – Tuff Gong

Vivian Jones – Who’s Gonna Get Caught – Virgo Stomach

Doctor Alimantado & The Rebels – Born For A Purpose/Reason For Living – Greensleeves

Naggo Morris & Prince Far I – Su Su Pon Rasta/Heavy Manners – Reggae Anthology: Joe Gibbs Scorchers From The Mighty Two – VP

Barrington Levy – Robin Hood  - Greensleeves

Damian Junior Gong Marley – Welcome To Jamrock – Welcome To Jamrock – Universal

Yellowman – Shorties – Reggae Anthology: Young Gifted & Yellow – VP

Freddie McGregor – Bobby Babylon – Hi Fashion Riddim – Stingray

Freddie McGregor & Gappy Ranks – Standing Strong – Hi Fashion Riddim – Stingray

Brigadier Jerry – Evil Plan – Hi Fashion Riddim – Stingray

Randy Valentine – Foundation – Bring Back The Love – Hemp Higher Productions

Cornell Campbell – Stars – Legend – Justice Records

Prince Jazzbo – Gal Boy I Roy – If Deejay Was Your Trade: The Dreads At King Tubby’s  – Blood & Fire

Prince Jazzbo  -Black Shadow – Dub Club Foundation Come Again – Stones Throw

Dub Club – Black Shadow Dub – Vol.2 Bubble Dub – Stones Throw

Chronixx – They Don’t Know – Lance A Lot

Christopher Ellis – Better Than Love – Ghetto Youths Intl.

Eljai – Machine Gun Love – Vpal

Gyptian feat. Angela Hunte – Vixen – Sex, Love, & Reggae - VP

Natty feat. Busy Signal & Alborosie – Change – Dub Rockers Vol.1 – VP

Lutan Fyah feat. Chronixx – Cyaaan Do We Nothing – Life Of A King – Grillaras Records

Dub Zone with Selecta Jerry: Dubwise and Local Reggae Happenings

RBC feat. Augustus Pablo & Tommy McCook – Java prince polo remix – Dub Rockers Vol. 1 – VP

Dubmatix – Black Market War Dub – Rebel Massive – Echo Beach

Manasseh & Earl 16 – Zion Dubbing – Dub Plate Style Vol.2 – Hammerbass

Slimmah Sound – Dub Soldier – Firm In Jah – Roots Tribe

Tuff Scout All Stars – Battling Dub – Tuff Scout

Tuff Scout All Stars – Push Push (West End Lane Version) – Tuff Scout

10 ft. Ganja Plant – Skycatcher – Skycatcher - ROIR

Johnny Osbourne – Give A Little Love – Greensleeves

Burning Spear – Trust/Trust Dub – Freeman Deluxe – Burning Music

Josey Wales – Hard Time – Dub Club Foundation Come Again – Stones Throw

Dub Club – Hard Time Dub – Vol.2 Bubble Dub – Stones Throw

Addis Pablo & The Suns Of Dub feat. Chronixx, Sizzla, Protoje, and Kabaka Pyramid  - Selassie Souljahz Vocal Dub Mix – Royal Order Music

Johnny Clarke – None Shall Escape The Judgement – Tighten Up: Trojan Reggae Classics  - Trojan

Chuck Fenda feat. Johnny Clarke – None Shall Escape – Jah Element – John John

Green Lion Crew feat. Chronixx – Life Over Death – Rough Road Riddim – Soul Of The Lion

Jahcoustix feat. Kabaka Pyramid – Don’t Shoot – Frequency – Irievibration Records

Tarrus Riley & Kabaka Pyramid – Fly Di Gate – Selassie I Way Riddim – Israel Records

Chronixx – Start A Fyah – Game Theory Riddim – Joshua Barlow

Chronixx – Alpha & Omega – Inna Rub A Dub Style Riddim – John John

Chronixx – Odd Ras – Digital Vibez Ent.

Chronixx – Prayer – Selassie I Way Riddim – Israel Records

Chronixx – Most I – Scriptures Riddim – Don Corleon

Chronixx – Smile Jamaica – Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discotheque

Chronixx – Aint No Giving In – Tropical Escape Riddim – Chimney Records

Chronixx – Here Comes Trouble – Rootsman Riddim – Overstand Entertainment

Celebrating 40 Years Reggae Ambassadors Third for 2 Exclusive Dates in Canada!

One of Reggae’s most recognized and legendary groups, Third World will perform 2 exclusive dates in Canada.  On Friday September 27th they will be at the Corona Theatre Virgin Mobile in Montreal and on Saturday September 28th they will be at the Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto!  

With a history of classic performances under their belt, and a catalog to match, Third World is one of the most respected and enjoyed groups whose performances include Reggae, Soul, Funk and Disco attracting 4 generations of fans to hear them perform.  

On Friday September 27th, 2013, the group will be at the Corona Theatre Virgin Mobile in Montreal (2490 Notre-Dame West) as part of the Pop Montreal Festival for an evening with billboard charted hits that include “Now That We’ve Found Love,” “96 Degrees” and “Try Jah Love”.  Montreal has had a special for Love for the group as demonstrated in 2011 when they received a Lifetime achievement award from the Montreal International Reggae Festival presented by Howard ‘Stretch’ Carr from CKUT 90.3 FM.  “Third World” has always been a fantastic group to watch perform” said Stretch “and they know how to put on a very good show.  I’m looking
forward to this one!”

Not one to perform in one city and leave a country, Third World will also be performing at the Small World Music Festival being held on Saturday September 27th, 2013 at the Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto.  Representing Jamaica and the Caribbean, Third World will be performing with artists from India, Poland and Colombia amongst a series of other nations.  This free event has been designed to attract thousands.  One fan, Renee recently wrote on the groups Facebook wall “can’t wait to see Third World in Toronto!”  

Founded in 1973, Third World is one of the most celebrated groups from the Caribbean including 10 Grammy nominations.  They have released over 30 albums including their latest 2010 release of Patriots which features collaborations with Damian & Stephen Marley, Tessanne Chin, as well as the late great Gregory Isaacs to name a few.  The group regularly tours, and Stephan ‘Cat’ Coore represented for Third World at the National Black Arts Association on September 14th, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia where they were honored for their contribution to the arts.   For more information about Third World, media and fans can visit their Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/ThirdWorld or they can follow them on Twitter at
@ThirdWorldBand 

To book Third World, via email contact bookings@ThirdWorldBand.com.  For media inquiries contact Natasha at L3Publicity@gmail.com