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NEWSLETTER
Updated: December 19, 2002
Happy holidays and a
blessed New Year to you! I’d like to take
this time to thank all my supporters and clients who have made this past year
blessed for me – both personally and professionally. I really do
appreciate it – your support keeps me going! May each and every one of us
enjoy health and prosperity in 2003!
This week’s highlights include a recap on the outstanding spoken word
showcase WHEN BROTHERS SPEAK (have a look in my PHOTO GALLERY for photos!), as
well as a recap written by Julian King on the REGGAE SUMMIT held in
November, hot events including HOLIDAY GROOVE '02, OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY,
fine Caribbean dining for NEW YEAR’S EVE AT IRIE FOOD JOINT, THE
COUNTDOWN NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA, 10TH ANNUAL BLACK TIE AFFAIR, updates on DENZEL
WASHINGTON, METHOD MAN, FRANC REYES, NAT KING COLE, ANGELA
BASSETT, JAMIE FOXX, video shoot of SEAN PAUL, important hip hop CD
release - STRENGTH OF A NATION, VOL. 1 and much, much more!
This newsletter is
designed to welcome all the new members, give you some updated
entertainment-related news and provide you with our upcoming event
listings. To be removed from this email distribution, please CLICK HERE! Welcome to those who are new members. Want your
events listed by date? Check out EVENTS.
WHEN BROTHERS SPEAK RECAP
Dwayne Morgan is surely one of Toronto’s shiniest stars! He put together a well-balanced showcase of
incredible spoken word talent from both Toronto and the United States. The show took place in the elegant Jane
Mallet Theatre – these artists shook up the place for sure! Plus, the show was on time not to
mention intensely thought provoking and fun!
Dwayne successfully introduced each artist with interesting anecdotes –
a real MC! The artists covered social
issues, political issues and even the controversial sexual poetry! Toronto’s Unblind opened the showcase as he
was the winner of the poetry slam held here in Toronto in November. Then the charming Komplex (from DC) graced
the stage with his first words being, “She came.” I won’t go any further trying to quote the rest of his lyrics. Afterwards, he clarified for us that the
poem was about the birth of his daughter. Of course! Then Faraji Salim (New Jersey) “entered” the stage. Remember the scene from the first Rocky when
Carl Weathers came out as Uncle Sam in grandiose style? That’s how he entered, American flag and hat
and all - but I think with a little bit more attitude! He spoke out largely on the injustices in
America. He was on point! Dwayne Morgan introduced the intermission – thank
goodness. One had to take time to
absorb all that truth. The second set
began with Osagyefo (New York) with his strong Jamaican accent and animated,
spiritual renditions. Beautiful. Then our own Dwayne Morgan came out with
some new pieces – the first one addressing the “haters” he has encountered
during his 10 years performing. Dwayne
was even brave enough to do his new “sex poem” with his mother sitting in the
audience! Last but certainly not least
was the eloquent Jamaal St. John (New York) whose return to Toronto was well
acknowledged by the crowd. He reminded
me of an ancestor who you turn to for knowledge and empowerment. Actually, almost each artist did that for me
in one way or another. A whole lot of
talent and knowledge dropped that night and Toronto just ate it up! Special thanks to Dwayne Morgan for the
special treatment and introduction to the artists – stay tuned for When Sisters
speak on January 13, 2003!
REGGAE SUMMIT HILITES
Excerpt from Canadian
Reggae World:
Toronto’s reggae stars came out in support of the first in a
series of Reggae Summits geared towards the growth of the Canadian reggae
genre. Much information was delivered and shared and the main ‘theme’ solution
by the panelists was that the artists needed to educate themselves more about
the industry and to, "Get the job done on your own! Take responsibility
for your career and make it happen."
There were heated debates and disagreements but over all, it was a
successful meeting of The Canadian Reggae Scene with over 100 artists,
songwriters, musicians, producers and promoters in the room along with
panelists Ivan Berry, Dave Betts (Socan), Mark Watts (Factor), Ryan Hanes, Ray
Hammond, Farley Flex, and Tony Young.
Ray Hammond of Chris Smith Management was extremely candid and
straightforward, dealing with what an artist needed to do to gain the interest
of a management company. He pointed out their need to have their affairs well
in order and not to waste their time looking for management that they are
unable to afford. The most important thing for the artist to focus on is
whether his or her phone is ringing off the hook. If yes, it is time to seek
management. If not, keep working. Go to clubs and have selectors play your stuff.
Do community radio interviews. Get on the bill for as many shows as is
feasible. Do a couple of appearances without great pay, but GREAT exposure.
Ray offered great advice based on tried and true methods of trial and error
with artists like Lenn Hammond, Nelly Furtado and Jarvis Church all managed by
his company, at various stages of development from local, to national to
international. He also mentioned to
those interested, another of his companies, FIWI MUSIC is always searching
for new, fresh and ready reggae talent.
Farley (of Flow 93.5FM) Flex’s appearance at this event certainly
showed his and Flow’s interest in bridging a gap between themselves and the
Canadian Reggae community. Farley has to go down as the bravest panelist of the
night knowing that he was going to be under fire from a very hostile crowd. And
he was attacked! Raspect to him for standing his ground and explaining the
reasoning behind Flow’s decision not to cover the reggae gamut based on their
listening demographic that may not appreciate this genre.
Farley spoke of his experiences with Maestro Fresh Wes and their journey and
rise in the Canadian hip-hop scene and gave valuable statistics on the number
of radio stations that played Maestro’s single, "Let your backbone
Slide" and the translation to the success of the number of units sold.
Interesting tale! He also got into it
hot and heavy with Denise Burnett of CIUT 89.5FM about Flow’s mandate to
support the Canadian Reggae Market, which has not occurred to date. There was
no sugar coating at this point. There was no compromise on either side! Farley
pointed out Flow, in the future may have a closer look @ the industry and
develop programs suitable for the Canadian Reggae artist as well as the
stations’ demographic.
My personal response is that the currently 30% Black listenership may increase
with playing Canadian bands with at least seven members on average with at
least 20 family members each, willing to listen and support. Create local stars
by playing the music when the artists are performing in the Toronto venues and
educate the 55% White and remaining 15% of quality Canadian reggae
performances.
Farley also stressed the fact that the artist needs to take a closer look at
the visual aspects of the industry. He pointed toward the Videofact program as
a means of getting the necessary dollars to make a video to better market
themselves.
Showcase
highlight of the night was Belinda Brady. An artist who has a song "Gifted
Man" currently receiving nuff rotation on Flow 93.5FM. As per usual,
Belinda gave an exceptional performance with veteran keyboardist Bernie Pitters
flashing ‘de nats’. Belinda, already a gifted performer thrilled her peers with
her natural stage presence. Not to mention, her good looks. BIG UP LADY B!!!
Tony Young (the last speaker) of the night re-emphasized the need for
the Canadian Reggae Artist to do more for themselves. He quoted past
experiences of speaking with several said artists who requested spots on his VJ
shows who had no videos or albums in the stores. "How is he supposed to
showcase you under limited circumstances?"
Tony also went on to discuss his experience with his album release "Reggae
Vibes: Session One" where the sales have been soft and many within the
reggae community may not have done anything to support his or anyone else’s
album sales. He stressed solidarity within the industry. Support each other’s
album sales!
Not covered by photographs was Ryan Hanes – formerly of Universal Music
– who has gone on to start his own company and is available for contact and
advice when he is further settled. His experience with what a major label is
seeking will be invaluable to artists within the reggae genre. He can be
contacted @ fritzthacat@sympatico.ca.
Ivan Berry of BMG was a really informative speaker. His experiences with
Beat Factory including successes such as Michie Mee, Rascalz, Dream Warriors
and others and now as a person travelling the world on behalf of BMG brought
the international flavour to the event. He pointed out how reggae has
influenced and infiltrated many genre of popular music and is an undeniable
form of music that will always have a place.
Ivan went on to point out that some of his "keys" to success that an
artist should do are, getting videos done, performing and touring, branching
out to be seen and heard to develop a following and unit sales which the labels
would be interested in. During the Q & A period, Tony Barnes of CKLN 88.1FM
(Urban Space) emphatically questioned Ivan in regards to these
"keys". Tony pointed out that the Sattalites had done everything that
he laid out and are still doing it, and wondered how come no one had signed
them based on their track record. Ivan pointed out that he had been at BMG for
only 2 years and was unable comment on past regimes and history but assured
that he would keep his ears and eyes open in the future. I believe that he
will!
Ivan did also point out that labels are not interested in developing talent.
They are far more interested in developed, saleable products / artists. Bring
something to the table and stop waiting for the miracle of getting signed! It
won’t happen!
Mark Watts of Factor pointed out that there were only 24 submissions all
year in the reggae category, so it is difficult to gauge whether the system
woks for these artists. In the Q & A some artists felt that after applying
several times and being turned down, there was a sense of futility applying
again. Mark aptly countered that there needed to be more artists from within
the genre getting in on the "jury’ system and judging their peers
work. For information on how to receive
funds from FACTOR for single, demo, album or videos please contact www.factor.ca.
Dave Betts of Socan spoke of the various ways for artists to earn from
their own music as members of the organization. He pointed out an on average
payment of $16.00 per spin on radio when songs are tracked. Also, as a member
of Socan, every time one performs live, you should submit your set list and be
paid for your original works. There were many technical points brought forward
by Dave. I think we could use a few more session with him. For information on
SOCAN please hit www.socan.ca.
One
of the major highlights of the occasion was awarding a lifetime achievement
award to the great, great, JoJo Bennett who along with Fergus Hambleton founded
the Sattalites. JoJo was visibly
humbled and honoured to receive this award it was a definite source of pride
for all concerned. The award read, 2002
Canadian Reggae Summit Lifetime Achievement Award. Presented to JoJo Bennett, In recognition of Longstanding Service
to Canadian Reggae, As a performer as well as Selfless contributions made to
the reggae community As a teacher and mentor to many. You are an inspiration to
all of us.
FOOTNOTE
BY JULIAN:
Though
it is obvious that a gap will eventually be breached with Flow 93.5FM and
Reggae Canada, there is bigger fish to fry in reaching mainstream radio. To
focus only on Flow is limiting our talents and resources to the Black
community. White, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Japanese as well as Native
Canadians listen to reggae music too and would love to hear what we have to
offer. I will constantly keep Gary Slaight abreast of our progress to achieve
mainstream airplay as well as acceptability.
HOLIDAY GROOVE ’02 – TONIGHT! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
The National Black Alliance invites you to celebrate with us at Holiday
Groove ’02 featuring music by Mark
Anthony ‘ The Crowd Pleaser’. Since
its inception, the National Black Alliance has raised more than $15,000 for its
respective member groups. These funds will help its member groups continue with
much-needed programming and outreach activities. This year's party will also include a food drive and toy drive
for those less fortunate. So please bring an unwrapped toy or non-perishable
food item for the party and your gift will be distributed to a family in
need. Get your tickets from your local
Alliance rep:
AABHS - renee.henderson@sickkids.ca
BBPA - aulysses@sympatico.ca
BFVN - jdash@mccarthy.ca
CABJ - triciad@citytv.com
UFSC - altocamino@hotmail.com
UMAC - sirjude@sympatico.ca
We are the Alliance: Association for the
Advancement of Blacks in Health Sciences; Black Business and Professional
Association; Black Film & Video Network; Canadian Association of Black
Journalists; Urban Financial Services Coalition; Urban Music Association of
Canada.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2002
THE NATIONAL BLACK ALLIANCE INVITES YOU TO
CELEBRATE WITH US
HOLIDAY GROOVE ‘02
Music By Mark
Anthony ‘ The Crowd Pleaser’
La Rouge Executive
Club
257 Adelaide St. West
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
$15 advance tickets. $20 at the door
Info.: sirjude@sympatico.ca
SWOLLEN MEMBERS IN CONCERT –
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
The meeting of two West Coast rappers fuelled this talented Canadian band. In 1996, solo artist, Mad Child met Prevail
in his hometown of Vancouver. The two West Coast rappers joined forces and what
grew out of this merger is one of the most talented Canadian bands, on the
music scene. The group released three
independent singles before releasing Balance, their debut effort in 1999.
A world tour and numerous performances followed until the band released its
sophomore album, Bad Dreams, in 2001. The same year Swollen Members took
home a Juno Award for Best Rap Recording for Balance. In 2002, the band
performed with Nelly Furtado and won a second Juno Award for Best Rap
Recording. Their music has been featured on soundtracks, computer games, and
other outlets. They've also worked with members of the Beat Junkies and
Jurassic 5, among others.
OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY – FRIDAY,
DECEMBER 27
Toronto's best-kept secret for the mature clientele, the OLD SCHOOL REQUEST
PARTY, still has one function left before 2003. In lieu of a New Years Eve party, we will be hosting the OLD
SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY -- TIME CAPSULE COUNTDOWN on Friday, December 27,
2002. We're taking you on a musical
journey through time beginning around 1975 and ending in 2002...so think of
your favourite songs from all of the following artists (plus many more), and
come enjoy the TIME CAPSULE rollercoaster - this one is for the TRUE MUSIC
LOVERS!
1975-1980 - Marvin Gaye, Brick, Cameo, The Isley Brothers, A Taste of Honey,
Earth, Wind & Fire
1980-1984 - The Whispers, 5 Star, Dazz Band, Zapp, Teddy Pendergrass, Prince,
Michael Jackson, Lionel Ritchie,
Gwen Guthrie
1985-1989 - Jody Watley, Ready For The World, Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam,
Troop, Levert, Janet Jackson, Big Daddy Kane, Howard Hewett
1990-1994 - Guy, Keith Sweat, Color Me Badd, Zhane, Lisa Stansfield, Whitney
Houston, TLC, Tony Toni Tone, Bobby Brown
1995-1999 - Babyface, Mary J. Blige,
SWV, Total, Blackstreet
2000-2002 - Next, Eve, P-Diddy, Janet Jackson, Missy Elliot, Common, Jagged
Edge, B2K
Send all musical requests to andersonc67@hotmail.com. FREE noisemakers and plenty of old school
"stuff" to giveaway. We’re
taking you on a musical journey through time to end the year! ABSOLUTELY FOR A MATURE CLIENTELE! We're bringing back the SOOOUUUUL TRAIN line
for our final event of the year and giving away a DVD player for the best
routine down the line!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27
THE OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY – TIME CAPSULE COUNTDOWN
Presented by Fanmail (Andy, Dion, Wayne) and Sean & Leon
Music by: The "Juiceman"
Jonathan Shaw, the "Chosen One" DJ Wayne, and special guest MC Choice
Savannah Lounge
69 Bathurst Street (just south of King)
$10.00 before 11:00 p.m.
NO DRESS CODE - no hats or track suits
ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
IRIE FOOD JOINT NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY –
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
Tired of the club scene on New Year’s Eve?
Want to experience fine Caribbean food and then welcome in 2003 with an
elegant party? Then Irie Food Joint is
the place to be! Carl Cassel is
offering two four-course dinner seatings for New Year’s Eve - the first dinner
seating is at 6:00 pm but you must vacate your table by 8:45 pm. The second dinner seating begins precisely
at 9:00 pm. Then the party continues
with music, party favours, free champagne at midnight and a midnight buffet –
Irie style – in their heated patio! Do
something different this year and celebrate the dawning of 2003 at Irie Food
Joint!
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
IRIE FOOD JOINT NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Irie Food Joint
745 Queen Street W. (just west of Bathurst)
6:00 pm dinner seating only - $50.00 (prices do not include alcohol)
9:00 pm dinner seating only - $50.00 (prices do not include alcohol)
Dinner and party - $80.00
Party only 11:00 pm - $40.00
“THE COUNTDOWN” - NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA 2002
- TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
United Professional Associates, Another Croft Original and Too Nubian
Entertainment proudly present “The Countdown” - New Year’s Eve Gala 2002. For
many years, since about 1985 to be exact, we were looked to as the leaders in
quality entertainment for our adult patrons.
Our flagship product had always been our
annual New Year's gala. Featuring the DJ stylings of Juiceman Jonathan Shaw with
the GTA party phenomena Mr. Kicks. Your
$50 advance ticket includes free finger food / hors d’oeuvres between
9-10:00 pm and free parking (with validation).
Come check out “Where the adults will
be”.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2002
THE COUNTDOWN - 2002 NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA
Presented by United Professional Associates, Another Croft Original and Too
Nubian
Entertainment
The Tasting Rooms Restaurant (On the 2nd floor in the 1st
Canadian Place – north side of King between York and Bay)
From 9:00pm–3:00am
$50 advance (With free finger food /hors
d’oeuvres between 9-10:00 pm)
Free parking with validation – underground on east side
of York, north of King
Very limited $65 door tickets, if available
Arrive Early!!! Formal attire only
(416) 410-4653 / 1-877-2-NUBIAN / (416) 804—5143
thecountdown02@yahoo.ca
OR Juiceman@toonubian.com
EXCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS THE 10TH ANNUAL BLACK
TIE AFFAIR - NEW YEAR'S EVE – TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
Start 2003 in style, class and the elegance you deserve. Experience a
flamboyant affair that truly captures the essence of this rare and remarkable
occasion. The Exclusive Entertainment Family - Eddie Williams, George Fynn,
Quincy, Mark Anthony, Jennifer Huntley, Glen Cooper, and Mohamed DJ proudly
presents Canada's most prestigious event "The 10th ANNUAL BLACK TIE
AFFAIR" inside the glamorous FOUR POINTS HOTEL 5444 Dixie road (at Hwy
401) in Mississauga. On Tuesday, December 31, 2002 join us for an affair of
sheer splendor that enchants and indulges you our honored guest. Your evening
begins with cocktails served upon arrival followed by a delectable Deluxe all
you can eat hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, not to be outdone by our captivating
Ten Year Anniversary cake. Dance the night away with Canada's #1 upscale
Clientele DJs: "The Crowd Pleaser" DJ Mark Anthony, "The
Mailman" George Fynn DJ Glen C, "The untouchable Mohamed DJ and the
one and only Ebony Sound Crew featuring DJ Quincy. All hosted by The Voice of
Choice HBO and The Advocate Eboe aka Boo. Count down live from New York City's
Time Square on a jumbo video screen. It all takes place in 2 huge ballrooms....
The best DJs, the best venue, the finest cuisine and ten years of being sold
out every year. If we could make one suggestion, it would to get your tickets
early to avoid disappointment. Limited 10th Year Anniversary special tickets
are now on sale at all Nappy's, Salon Paradise, and other locations for ONLY
$40.00/person until Monday December 23, 2002. Please give us a call at 416 781
1695 ext. 3 to take advantage of our Preferred Client Group VIP discounted
packages.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31
THE 10TH ANNUAL BLACK TIE AFFAIR
PRESENTED BY EXCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Four Points Hotel
5444 Dixie Road (at Hwy 401)
$40.00/person until Monday December 23
Contact: (416) 781-1695 ext. 3
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2002
*NSYNC *NSync's Most Requested Hit Videos (DVD/VHS)
(Zomba)
A TRIBE CALLED QUEST Rarities & Remixes
LIL ROMEO Game Time (Universal)
R. KELLY Chocolate Factory (Zomba)
STRENGTH
OF A NATION, VOL. 1.
(see related story below)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2002
KELLY PRICE Christmas (Def Soul)
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2003
MONICA All Eyez On Me (J Records)
TYRESE I Wanna Go There (J Records)
MARIJUANA TO BE DECRIMINALIZED BY
APRIL. HOLLA!!
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com - by Tamara Smith
[simplymagic@rogers.com]
In a surprise announcement last Monday, Canada's Justice Minister Martin
Cauchon recommended the decriminalization of marijuana for personal use within
the first four months of the New Year. The move follows a Senate Committee
report in September, recommending the legalization of marijuana for anyone over
16 years-of-age, finding that the drug poses no serious long-term dangers. On
Thursday, a Commons Committee echoed Cauchon's view, calling for
decriminalization, with additional prevention and education on the results of
drug use. Decriminalization would mean
smokers would face a fine, similar to that of a speeding ticket, rather than
criminal convictions if deemed to be carrying an amount for personal use only.
The exact amount deemed to be personal and not for trafficking is under debate.
The minority Canadian Alliance party claims that Cauchon's recommendation of 30
grams is too high, suggesting five grams would be a more reasonable
"personal" amount. Decriminalization would also result in amnesty for
the more than 600,000 Canadians with criminal records for personal
possession. To no surprise, the United
States showed an unwelcome response to this announcement. John Walters, head of
the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, warned that relaxed
marijuana laws would end up harming Canadians, claiming weakened sanctions will
lead to more drug use. Robert Maginnis, drug policy advisor to the Bush
Administration warned that the US would not take to such action kindly, citing
that Canada would be perceived as contributing to drug use. He warned
decriminalization would lead to more illegal drug trade with possible US
retaliation in the form of increased border control or possibly even a boycott
of Canadian products. Despite similar
pressure from the US and other countries, the Netherlands recently celebrated
the 30-year anniversary of the acceptance of marijuana. In 1972, the first
"tea house" haven for smokers opened in Amsterdam. Four years later,
the government followed with legislation similar to that proposed in Canada,
allowing the possession of up to 30 grams of marijuana without fear of criminal
prosecution. The results have been far from negative. The liberal legislation
laid the foundation for multibillion-dollar tourist and tax revenues for the
country. A 2002 report from the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug
Addiction also showed that problematic drug use in the Netherlands was the
lowest among countries in the European Union and candidate states - contrary to
US suggestions. The following months
will undoubtedly be groundbreaking times for Canadians. In the face of
conflicting recommendations and views, on top of US pressure, it will be
interesting to see exactly what approach is chosen. All this writer knows, is
that having an April birthday, hopefully there will be two reasons to
celebrate!
FATAL
SHOOTING AT SEAN PAUL VIDEO SHOOT: MAN KILLED WAS AN ONLOOKER ONLY
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
This past Monday (December 9) in Toronto, at the video shoot of Sean Paul's
"Get Busy," a 21 year-old man was shot and killed. It appears the
shooting was not connected with the video shoot (a rather ironic twist of words
under the circumstances). Director Little X was working with Paul on the video in a
home in the residential Vaughan neighbourhood when the incident occurred. The
victim was shot several times while seated in his white Range Rover on the
street. Rollingstone.com reports that
York Regional Police identified the victim as Vaughan native Ramesh Christie.
Christie was as an onlooker who was observing the filming but was not involved
with its production, said authorities.
The victim suffered several gunshot wounds to the abdomen and was rushed
to Etobicoke General Hospital, but was announced dead on arrival. Police said
they have not yet uncovered a motive in the shooting. News reports say Christie had just arrived on the scene when he
was shot and that, after the initial gunfire, he attempted to exit his vehicle
and was shot again. The gunmen, who fled the scene in a black SUV. Sean Paul, obviously moved by the shooting
incident, issued a statement. "I was deeply saddened to hear that a
shooting occurred last night in the vicinity of my video shoot. Although I did
not witness the incident, my sympathy and prayers go out to the victim's family
and to those who have been affected by this tragedy. We must overcome violence
and hatred. All life is precious. Respect."
LIVING LEGEND PATTI LaBELLE LAUNCHES
ARTIST MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com - source:
W&W Public Relations, Inc. / Patti Webster / patti@w-wpr.com / Aliya T.
Crawford/aliya@w-wpr.com / (732) 469-5955 (ph) / (732) 469-1455 (fax)
Award winning singer and entertainer, Patti LaBelle will embark on a new
chapter in her ever evolving career, with the establishment of her management
firm, Pattonium Management. Patti
will celebrate the launch of her new venture (which is in partnership with
collaborator Damascene Pierre Paul) with a star-studded holiday extravaganza
taking place at Estate nightclub in New York City on December 19th. Some of the new artists signed to the
management company, including singer/songwriter Mary Griffin, spoken word
artist, Audra Woodard and songwriter/entertainer Mary Brown will all be
introduced and perform on the 19th. VIP guests who will be in attendance
include Liza Minnelli and Star Jones.
Patti LaBelle’s career spans over four decades in which she has recorded
over 50 albums. The two time Grammy Award winner is the author of three books,
the NY Times bestsellers, Don’t Block the Blessings and LaBelle Cuisine:
Recipes to Sing About and the recently released inspirational book, Patti’s
Pearls. Ms. LaBelle is currently working on a new cookbook, Patti LaBelle’s
Lite Cuisine, devoted to healthier recipes and set for release on Mother’s Day
2003 and is also recording music for a new CD. Mr. Paul, an industry veteran,
has navigated Ms. LaBelle’s career over the past few years and is an integral
part of the Pattonium Management vision.
Many think that Patti LaBelle would be satisfied after everything that
she’s accomplished, but she says, "I still have so much more to do, so
many other things to try. I have a lot of blessings, a lot to be thankful for,
but I’m always excited about what else there is for me to do. My desire is to
help young and talented artists achieve the kind of success that I’ve been
fortunate enough to experience throughout my career." Pattonium Management
will be based out of Patti’s hometown of Philadelphia, PA.
MR.
WASHINGTON'S THE GREATEST! EW MAGAZINE PICKS DENZEL AS IT'S TOP ENTERTAINER OF
THE YEAR
Entertainment
Weekly likes what it sees in Denzel Washington. And why not, the brotherman's
got it going on. Like, have you been paying attention to his career moves,
lately? Anyway, in its edition hitting newsstands today, the Time Warner
magazine has named the Oscar winning actor and, now, director as 2002's top
entertainer. "Denzel reached new
heights in his career this year, artistically, commercially and in a business
sense," said Dave Karger, senior writer and author of the magazine's cover
story on the actor. Like EUR,
Entertainment weekly is just too impressed with Denzel's directorial debut with
"Antwone Fisher." "And
its not only that he directed his first movie, but it is a fantastic movie ...
It's not that he did it, but that he did it in a really accomplished way,"
Karger said.
When you put it in perspective -- his winning an Oscar for "Training
Day," the success of "John Q" in the wake of not so favourable
reviews, his ascension to the $20 million per picture status with the upcoming
"Out of Time" -- and you have the look and feel of a sho-nuff winner.
Oh, did we mention that he's got that Oscar buzz going again with "Fisher?" When you think about it, it only makes
sense that Denzel start looking at alternatives at this point in his career.
After all, the 48-year old actor, now director, reminds the magazine, he isn't
getting any younger. And besides, that's what the major players do. "In the back of my mind, I was going,
'You know, sooner or later, the calls are going to stop coming. From 2002 to
2022, what do you go for now?' I think filmmaking is the next part of
that."
IS HIP-HOP MORE THAN JUST ENTERTAINMENT? YOU BETTER BELIEVE
IT! DEBUT ALBUM SETS STANDARD FOR
INDUSTRY
A division of The Youth Development and Research Fund (YDRF),
the nation’s pioneering youth research and advocacy firm, releases its
anticipated debut project: Strength of a Nation, Vol. 1. - a totally clean,
hard-hitting compilation album designed to uplift America’s youth. With the
call for greater accountability in the hip-hop industry, Strength of a Nation
(SON) is setting a standard of responsibility and concern - will others be real
and follow? As the operators of the charitable arm of The Source Magazine
– the world’s leading hip-hop publication, Derrick Dolphin and Edward DeJesus,
label owners and album’s executive producers felt a responsibility to create
music which does not promote violence, materialism and/or misogyny. “We love
hip-hop and got tired of all the violence and materialism,” says label co-owner
Edward DeJesus.” We wanted to create something that would uplift and educate
youth. We have been working on this project for the past two years. Strength of
a Nation is the first totally clean, hard-core educational hip-hop album. With
14 positive, inspirational tracks about real issues, Strength of a Nation is
sure to be an egg in the face of many in the hip-hop industry.
Why do we have to hear about how much bling bling rappers have; why do we have
to hear about Nas dissing Jay Z or DMX dissing Ja-Rule; or why does it take the
death of Jam Master Jay, Tupac or Biggie to give the industry a temporary sense
of responsibility,” says DeJesus. “The Industry needs to realize that it’s not
only about entertainment, young people want truth. It is time to come clean.”
YDRF made this major investment out of a desire to combat a lot of the bad
information, examples and instruction that comes out of the hip-hop music.
“Funding was not available to back this project. We knew it had to be done so
we reached into our own pockets and made the commitment. We are even giving 15%
of the profits from the sale of the album to the foundation so it can continue
the work, “says label co-owner Derrick Dolphin.
SON features Cuban Link, Big Pun’s protégé and the country’s most anticipated
Latino hip-hop artist on “Excuse Me Father,” a track he wrote and co-produced
with Domingo, the producer of ”Flowers for the Dead.” Son also features South
Florida’s ICONZ of “Get Crunked up” fame on “Fight No More.” Heading up the
line up is Diorgen, a neo hip-hop group and Nuyorican Poets Café winners with a
special tribute to all fallen hip-hop artists, including R&B superstar
Aaliyah. Benzino appears on SON with “Shine Like my Son, an up tempo track
about the importance of fathers. West Cost fame producer JellyRoll (produced
for Dr. Dre, Snoop, etc) dropped bangin beats for “Not Me,” a track dealing
with HIV/AIDS in the community. New comers and Unsigned Hype features Inalej
and Coalman bring a Tupac- Nas flavor to SON. Miami’s hot new sensation
Pittbull drops the thumping “Hustler’s Withdrawal,” a track he specially wrote
for SON on the harsh reality of the drug business. SON is also an
educational tool for schools, programs and households genuinely interested in
reaching out to youth. Its focus is from a youth perspective, about issues that
greatly affect their lives. A special discussion guide was created to
facilitate dialogue among youth and adults about issues addressed in the album.
The discussion guide is free and made available to all purchasers of the SON
compilation album. SON is currently available at www.cdbaby.com./source and
will drop in stores on Dec 17th.
A METHOD TO THE MAN: WU-TANG MEMBER TALKS ABOUT UPCOMING
PROJECTS
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
- by Ricardo Hazell, with additional reporting by Chianti Phillips
As a member of the venerable rap collective Wu-Tang Clan,
Method Man has established himself as one of the liveliest and most talented in
a crew full of live and talented individuals. For some reason, perhaps because
of his humour and approachable nature, Method has come across as one of the
more commercially viable members. Now,
more than ten years after hooking up with the RZA braintrust, Method Man is
doing many things. From making people nod their heads at his crackling rhymes
or bustin' a gut at his antics in such films as "How High." When
asked what was in his immediate future by the EUR, Method Man responded in a
uniquely 'ghetto-fatherly' way.
"More beautiful babies, because I don't play. I got it going on. I
got a lot of kids. I got three babies. Making more babies," said the
former Staten Island resident with a laugh. Seriously, more albums, and I'm
trying to do this documentary where we're going to all these strip clubs around
the US. We're going to get into the aspect of why these girls take off their
clothes for money, and what makes them stay in it when they say they're gonna
get out of it. All the good stuff."
Method Man and Redman are fast becoming hip-hop's own comic duo and the two
will be appearing in other projects soon. We asked Meth how he felt about Sam
Jackson's viewpoint on rapper/actors and we were surprised by his
response. "I agree totally with
Sam Jackson. You rappers are taking up all the good roles in the big budget
movies and you aren't stepping up to the plate. Honestly, I think it's the same
way in which NBA players feel like they can come out with rap records and they
never sell. It's because some people don't apply themselves 100% to the
business. Not the [actual] business part as far as pressing records. I mean,
writing and people feeling your struggle and where you're coming from like they
would a DMX, Ja or a Method Man. I feel this way, if you're going to be in it,
get in, start small, get your feet wet and work your way up. So when you go up
in there you are prepared mentally and physically."
Ironically, Meth owes his very first film role to Mr. Jackson.
"My first role was with Sam Jackson, Damon Wayans and Peter Burg in 'Great
White Hype.' Then I got the call from Sam to do '187,' [and then I] got the
call from Peter to do 'Copland.' They were small roles. With Sam, all I had to
do was come through and stab him the back, that's easy. With Peter, all I had
to do was beat somebody up ... easy. The first time I had a real speaking role
was in 'Belly,' that was easy [too], because with Hype (Williams) I was
thinking 'this is a big ass video.'
Regarding his upcoming works, don't go anticipating seeing Method Man on
UPN anytime soon. He told our reporter he's planning on going straight to cable
with his TV ideas. "Me and Redman
are trying to develop our own thing. We don't want to do a sitcom because,
unless you're LL or Will Smith, you're not gonna go very far being a rapper
with a sitcom. We want to go straight to HBO and do like a Chris Isaack type of
show where we're playing our selves. But it's a little exaggerated because
we're gonna be living together in the show and I can't be living with no dudes.
I've been on tours with 'em and all that and I can't stand to see socks and
stuff laying around and what not. With my wife, if I drop it, it's up before it
hits the floor. When you're on the tour bus with a bunch of dudes you see their
draws and stuff ... It's like 'C'mon man.'
(For) our next movie we're going to probably play drug enforcement agents. We
got so much flak about ("How High") that they wouldn't even advertise
it before 11pm. The only [station] that would play our trailer was BET and MTV
.... But that's all people watch anyway so."
Method Man is official, y'all. He's the kind of individual that reminds you of
why you still go back to your grimy hood, braving all the hazards there in,
just to say what's up to some of your old compatriots. He's funny and honest
and we wish him the best of luck. In
related news, Redman and Method Man have just inked a deal with Paramount
Pictures and MTV Films to star in a yet-to-be-titled film that will find the
MCs joining the armed forces. This we gotta see.
FRANC REYES : THE WRITER/DIRECTOR OF
"EMPIRE"
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com - by Ricardo Hazell
Franc Reyes originally he got his props as a dancer, traveling throughout
Europe to perfect his craft. Now as the first time screenwriter and director of
the John Leguizamo starter "Empire," the sky may not be big enough to
contain the potential of this South Bronx native. Like
so many of that borough's progeny, Reyes came up on the rough side of the
mountain. "I
was always the type of person who believed that there was nothing that I
couldn't do," Reyes said. "I left home when I was 15 years-old, had a
very difficult upbringing and childhood situation. So, I had to survive. As a
16-year-old dancer I toured Europe for a while. Just traveling really opened
things up to me. It made me realize that not every place was like the South
Bronx." Call
us saps, but rags to riches gets us all emotional every time. Reyes is another
classic example of inner strength. With "Empire's" Victor
Rosa, Reyes successfully created a character with broad ranging appeal. He's
not a demon, but still he ain't right. Reyes said he is, as we are all, a
product of his environment. To many impoverished individuals, fast money is
even more addictive than the hard white.
"The disease that's happening is based on this idea of wanting the
Jordans, the bling-bling and the whole nine," Reyes told EUR. "How
are you not going to want it? But working for it is a whole other theory that
is not being instilled. How do you tell a kid 'Look, stop making $3000 a day?
Go make $250 every two weeks.' It's difficult. I really felt a film like this
needed to be told in this way. Victor Rosa is a likable guy. Look what's
happening. The idea of greed and equating legitimacy with money is
diseased." Reyes
went on to tell a story of a television reporter from a major network (read:
white woman) who asked him whether he was purposefully glamorizing the drug
culture. He said he answered her with a firm yes and explained why. "I told them, 'well, if you saw
somebody driving by in a Mercedes Benz and a fur coat and the whole nine, what
would you think? Would that be glamorous?' She said 'yes, but in my
neighbourhood they're doctors.' And I said 'in my neighbourhood they're drug
dealers and they're not any less glamorous.' You gotta see the movie from
beginning to end. I don't think anything in this movie is gratuitous, at least
I don't think so."
Just as the interview was beginning to wind down and the journalists were
beginning to pack there belongings, a question came up regarding Latino images
in television and film. Suddenly the mood changed and Reyes became quite
serious. The dark brown Bronxite was obviously itching to comment. "You just opened something
here," said Reyes. "To me, there's a mentality there when the maids
in the soap operas on Telemundo look like my mother; when the newscasters look
like Latin versions of Jane Pauley and Tom Brokaw that's a problem. It's a
problem when I go to the Latin Grammys and can immediately pick Celia Cruz and
John Secada out in the audience. It's a big thing. There's a whole spectrum of
Latino ideas that need to be aired. One of the problems some of the Hollywood
hierarchy in my film saw was the big 'black' influence on Latino east coast
culture. When I was growing up you had Tito Puente on one side of the street
and Marvin Gaye on the other, so we got it all." "Empire," from Universal
Pictures, starring John Leguizamo, Denise Richards, Sonia Braga, Isabella
Rossellini, Fat Joe and Treach, opens today, December 6.
RICHARD
ROUNDTREE GETS SOAPY
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
- by Karu F. Daniels (New York, NY)
‘ROUND’ HE GOES: 70’s
screen icon Pam Grier isn’t the only Blaxploitation flick star who’s
doing well on the small screen. Richard Roundtree, who will always be remembered
as “Shaft,” is getting into the mix of things on the soap opera front. Yesterday, the New Rochelle, NY-born
thespian, joined the cast of the long-running CBS daytime drama “As the
World Turns.” Roundtree will play the recurring character of Oliver
Travers, an accomplished and compassionate attorney who is determined to set
his crooked son, D.A. Marshall Travers (played by Lamman Rucker), on the
right path. "We are thrilled to
have an actor of Richard's calibre play the role of Oliver Travers, and we are
excited with what he is doing with the character," said the show's
Executive Producer Chris Goutman, upon making the announcement.
"This character is a powerful force whose moral presence will leave his
son Marshall questioning his convictions, and thus snowball into other many
important stories we are telling on the show."
Unlike some of his other Blaxploitation peers, the 60-year-old former member of
New York's acclaimed Negro Ensemble Company has been keeping quite busy over
the last few years – specifically on the boob tube. Mr. Roundtree was most
recently seen on the acclaimed and very popular Showtime series "Soul
Food," as Lester Hardy, a lowdown foe of the Joseph family. He also
starred in the Starz/Encore cable movie “Joe and Max,” earlier this year
and also toured in the world premiere of the best-selling author Michael
Baisden’s traveling stage play "Men Cry in the Dark.”
CANNON DRUMS UP MORE BUSINESS: NICK
CANNON GETTING NOTICE IN NEW FILM
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
Give
me a beat! Theatergoers will be getting their share of beats this weekend as
the film "Drumline" opens today.
The flick stars Nick Cannon and Orlando Jones and has the press sending
out kudos about the film and the debut of Nickelodeon star Nick Cannon. "What attracted me to 'Drumline' was
the fact that it was shedding light on a subculture that many people don't know
about," Cannon told The Black World Today. "And also that my character, Devon, had such an arc and so
much development. For a first film, it offered a great opportunity for me to branch
out. I was able to show my range with this character." Next up for the actor-comedian is the film
"If You Were My Girl," an urban remake of the 1987 movie "Can't
Buy Me Love," which also stars Vanessa Bell-Calloway, Christina Milian,
and Steve Harvey.
NAT
KING COLE MEMORY GETS POSTAL
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
Legendary pop star Nat King Cole was honoured by a downtown Los Angeles
neighbourhood this week. In a ceremony attended by his daughters Natalie and
Carole Cole and his brother, Freddie, the Oakwood Postal Station was renamed
earlier this week to the Nat King Cole Post Office. The Hancock Park community is where Cole resettled his family in
1948, and faced racial animosity from some white neighbours.
WHAT'S
TOPPING REGGAE CHARTS
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
Shaggy's
remix of "Hey Sexy Lady" featuring Brian and Tony Gold and Sean Paul,
is again the #1 song on the New York Reggae chart. Over on the Choice FM Top 20
Reggae chart in London, "She's Still Loving Me" by Morgan Heritage is
the #1 song, while on the Reggae Vibes Top 10 compiled by Lance O from Florida,
the #1 song is "Raging Storm" by Bounty Killer. Here in Jamaica, the
#1 song is "Red Red Red" by Beenie Man.
ANGELA BASSETT AN INDEPENDENT WOMAN:
ACTRESS TO HOST NEW PBS SERIES
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
PBS
has tapped Angela Bassett to host the new prime-time series "Independent
Lens." The show is an anthology
series featuring independent documentaries and dramas from around the
world. The inaugural season will
feature 14 episodes. The first is set to air Feb. 4 at 10 p.m. and the show
will air through June 3 when the series goes on hiatus and PBS's award-winning
showcase "P.O.V." takes over the timeslot.
FOXX GANGS UP ON TV: JAMIE TO PLAY
ROLE OF GANG FOUNDER/PEACE ACTIVIST
Excerpt from www.eurweb.com
Funnyman
Jamie Foxx is set to star in the television movie "Redemption: The Stan
'Tookie' Williams Story," on the FX Network. The made-for-TV movie is about the founder of the Crips gang and
chronicles his life, his time as a death row inmate, and his work to end gang
violence -- which brought him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination in 2001.
METHOD MAN GETS A 'SIMPLE' ROLE: NOT
A LEAD ROLE, BUT METH DON'T CARE
Rapper
Method Man, sometimes pronounced 'Mefit' Man, has agreed to join the ensemble
cast of the New Line Cinema film "The Other Side of Simple." Meth
will play the leader of a local gang.
The cast includes Hayden Christensen, Vince Vaughn and Don Cheadle. "Simple" follows two thieves who
return to their Midwestern hometown after a long absence and reunite with the
slow-witted younger brother of one of the thieves who fell into the hands of
police 10 years earlier when the duo abandoned him during a botched robbery.
They attempt to use him as a patsy in their criminal plan.
THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 19
THE NATIONAL BLACK ALLIANCE INVITES YOU TO
CELEBRATE WITH US
HOLIDAY GROOVE ‘02
Music By Mark
Anthony ‘ The Crowd Pleaser’
La Rouge Executive
Club
257 Adelaide St. West
9:00 pm – 2:00 am
$15 advance tickets. $20 at the door
Info.: sirjude@sympatico.ca
EVENT PROFILE:
The National Black Alliance invites you to celebrate with us at Holiday
Groove ’02 featuring music by Mark
Anthony ‘ The Crowd Pleaser’. Since
its inception, the National Black Alliance has raised more than $15,000 for its
respective member groups. These funds will help its member groups continue with
much-needed programming and outreach activities. This year's party will also include a food drive and toy drive
for those less fortunate. So please bring an unwrapped toy or non-perishable
food item for the party and your gift will be distributed to a family in
need. Get your tickets from your local
Alliance rep:
AABHS - renee.henderson@sickkids.ca
BBPA - aulysses@sympatico.ca
BFVN - jdash@mccarthy.ca
CABJ - triciad@citytv.com
UFSC - altocamino@hotmail.com
UMAC - sirjude@sympatico.ca
We are the Alliance: Association for the
Advancement of Blacks in Health Sciences; Black Business and Professional
Association; Black Film & Video Network; Canadian Association of Black
Journalists; Urban Financial Services Coalition; Urban Music Association of
Canada.
THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 19
PEPPA SEED MOTOWN REVIVAL
Indian Motorcycle
355 King Street
10:30 pm
NO COVER
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring
Divine Earth Essence, Kenny Moran, Rohan Staton, Roger Williams, Deryck Roche
SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 21
SWOLLEN MEMBERS
Opera House
735
Queen Street E.
8:00
pm
GET TICKETS
EVENT PROFILE:
The
meeting of two West Coast rappers fuelled this talented Canadian band. In 1996, solo artist, Mad Child met Prevail
in his hometown of Vancouver. The two West Coast rappers joined forces and what
grew out of this merger is one of the most talented Canadian bands, on the
music scene. The group released three
independent singles before releasing Balance, their debut effort in
1999. A world tour and numerous performances followed until the band released
its sophomore album, Bad Dreams, in 2001. The same year Swollen Members
took home a Juno Award for Best Rap Recording for Balance. In 2002, the band
performed with Nelly Furtado and won a second Juno Award for Best Rap
Recording. Their music has been featured on soundtracks, computer games, and
other outlets. They've also worked with members of the Beat Junkies and
Jurassic 5, among others.
SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 22
SOULAR
College Street Bar
574 College Street (at Manning)
10:30 pm
$5.00
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring
Dione Taylor, Sandy Mamane, Davide Direnzo, Justin Abedin, Dafydd Hughes and
David French.
MONDAY,
DECEMBER 23
VIP JAM WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
Revival Bar
783 College Street (at Shaw)
10:00 pm
NO COVER
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring Rich
Brown, Andrew Craig and Shamakah Ali with various local artists.
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 24
JAZZ TUESDAYS AT MUSE
Muse Bistro
369 King Street W.
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
EVENT PROFILE: The
ever-popular and hip Muse Bistro is beginning a new jazz night after work on
Tuesdays! Every Tuesday evening, join
us at Muse between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm for some of the finest jazz Toronto has
to offer. It’s going to be a very cool
vibe and remember that Muse has some of the best food in town! Join us in filling this night with smiling
faces and wonderful music.
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 24
JAM SESSION
Lava Lounge
507 College Street (west of Bathurst)
10:30 pm
NO COVER
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring
Divine Earth Essence, Calvin Beale, Michael Shand, Joe Bowden, Thomas Reynolds
and various local artists.
THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 26
PEPPA SEED MOTOWN REVIVAL
Indian Motorcycle
355 King Street
10:30 pm
NO COVER
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring
Divine Earth Essence, Kenny Moran, Rohan Staton, Roger Williams, Deryck Roche
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27
THE OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY – TIME CAPSULE COUNTDOWN
Presented by Fanmail (Andy, Dion, Wayne) and Sean & Leon
Music by: The "Juiceman"
Jonathan Shaw, the "Chosen One" DJ Wayne, and special guest MC Choice
Savannah Lounge
69 Bathurst Street (just south of King)
$10.00 before 11:00 p.m.
NO DRESS CODE - no hats or track suits
ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
EVENT PROFILE: Toronto's best-kept secret for the mature
clientele, the OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY, still has one function left before
2003. In lieu of a New Years Eve party,
we will be hosting the OLD SCHOOL REQUEST PARTY -- TIME CAPSULE COUNTDOWN on
Friday, December 27, 2002. We're taking
you on a musical journey through time beginning around 1975 and ending in
2002...so think of your favourite songs from all of the following artists (plus
many more), and come enjoy the TIME CAPSULE rollercoaster - this one is for the
TRUE MUSIC LOVERS! Send all musical requests to andersonc67@hotmail.com. FREE noisemakers and plenty of old school
"stuff" to giveaway. We’re
taking you on a musical journey through time to end the year! ABSOLUTELY FOR A MATURE CLIENTELE! We're bringing back the SOOOUUUUL TRAIN line
for our final event of the year and giving away a DVD player for the best
routine down the line!
SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 29
SOULAR
College Street Bar
574 College Street (at Manning)
10:30 pm
$5.00
EVENT PROFILE: Featuring
Dione Taylor, Sandy Mamane, Davide Direnzo, Justin Abedin, Dafydd Hughes and
David French.
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 31
IRIE FOOD JOINT NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Irie Food Joint
745 Queen Street W. (just west of Bathurst)
6:00 pm dinner seating only - $50.00 (prices do not include alcohol)
9:00 pm dinner seating only - $50.00 (prices do not include alcohol)
Dinner and party - $80.00
Party only 11:00 pm - $40.00
EVENT PROFILE: Tired of the
club scene on New Year’s Eve? Want to
experience fine Caribbean food and then welcome in 2003 with an elegant
party? Then Irie Food Joint is the
place to be! Carl Cassel is offering
two four-course dinner seatings for New Year’s Eve - the first dinner seating
is at 6:00 pm but you must vacate your table by 8:45 pm. The second dinner seating begins precisely at
9:00 pm. Then the party continues with
music, party favours, free champagne at midnight and a midnight buffet – Irie
style – in their heated patio! Do
something different this year and celebrate the dawning of 2003 at Irie Food
Joint!
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2002
THE COUNTDOWN - 2002 NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA
Presented by United Professional Associates, Another Croft Original and Too
Nubian
Entertainment
The Tasting Rooms Restaurant (On the 2nd floor in the 1st
Canadian Place – north side of King between York and Bay)
From 9:00pm–3:00am
$50 advance (With free finger food /hors
d’oeuvres between 9-10:00 pm)
Free parking with validation – underground on east
side of York, north of King
Very limited $65 door tickets, if available
Arrive Early!!! Formal attire only
(416) 410-4653 / 1-877-2-NUBIAN / (416) 804—5143
thecountdown02@yahoo.ca
OR Juiceman@toonubian.com
EVENT PROFILE: United Professional Associates, Another Croft Original
and Too Nubian Entertainment proudly present “The Countdown” - New Year’s Eve
Gala 2002. For many years, since about 1985 to be exact, we were
looked to as the leaders in quality entertainment for our adult patrons. Our
flagship product had always been our annual New Year's gala. Featuring the DJ
stylings of Juiceman Jonathan Shaw with the GTA party phenomena Mr. Kicks. Your $50 advance ticket includes free
finger food / hors d’oeuvres between 9-10:00 pm and free parking (with
validation). Come check out “Where the adults will be”.
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 31
THE 10TH ANNUAL BLACK TIE AFFAIR
PRESENTED BY EXCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Four Points Hotel
5444 Dixie Road (at Hwy 401)
$40.00/person until Monday December 23
Contact: (416) 781-1695 ext. 3
EVENT PROFILE: Start
2003 in style, class and the elegance you deserve. Experience a flamboyant
affair that truly captures the essence of this rare and remarkable occasion.
The Exclusive Entertainment Family - Eddie Williams, George Fynn, Quincy, Mark
Anthony, Jennifer Huntley, Glen Cooper, and Mohamed DJ proudly presents
Canada's most prestigious event "The 10th ANNUAL BLACK TIE AFFAIR"
inside the glamorous FOUR POINTS HOTEL 5444 Dixie road (at Hwy 401) in
Mississauga. On Tuesday, December 31, 2002 join us for an affair of sheer splendor
that enchants and indulges you our honored guest. Your evening begins with
cocktails served upon arrival followed by a delectable Deluxe all you can eat
hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, not to be outdone by our captivating Ten Year
Anniversary cake. Dance the night away with Canada's #1 upscale Clientele DJs:
"The Crowd Pleaser" DJ Mark Anthony, "The Mailman" George
Fynn DJ Glen C, "The untouchable Mohamed DJ and the one and only Ebony
Sound Crew featuring DJ Quincy. All hosted by The Voice of Choice HBO and The Advocate
Eboe aka Boo. Count down live from New York City's Time Square on a jumbo video
screen. It all takes place in 2 huge ballrooms....The best DJs, the best venue,
the finest cuisine and ten years of being sold out every year. If we could make
one suggestion, it would to get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Limited 10th Year Anniversary special tickets are now on sale at all Nappy's,
Salon Paradise, and other locations for ONLY $40.00/person until Monday
December 23, 2002. Please give us a call at 416 781 1695 ext. 3 to take
advantage of our Preferred Client Group VIP discounted packages.