RUM PUNCH
Jan 3rd
Setting off the New Year proper is the very talented and lyrical artist Dre (Dreggae). Dre just drop a new tune called “RUM PUNCH” and it is already our Favorite track for the New Year, di ting shotttttttt. The tune is a CERTIFIED CLUB BANGER! it brings back a simplistic drum/kick pattern for a real dancehall vibe. The record was produced by Atlanta’s @MixMasterDavid and engineered by Pablo P of The Core Studios. Check out the tune below. Bartenderrrrrr!!!
NEW YEAR, NEW STYLE
Jan 3rd
2012 is here already!! I welcome it even more than I welcomed 2011. Something just feels good about 2012. I think everyone is on the verge of accomplishing some major things this year. Lets see how it all turns out, in the meantime look out for the New Styles ah drop for spring!!
DUTTY WATA
Dec 9th
The first time I say Dutty Wata, I thought (well known jokester) Dutty Dex (Florida based DJ) was once again joking around. I laughed my ass off at the idea because it was funny as hell to see a water called Dutty Wata. (for all the American’s yankees the translation is Dirty Water).
The more I thought about the concept the more I loved it. My mind started thinking about the huge marketing campaign that could go behind this concept, that could get everyone hooked. I had to reach out to Dutty Dex personally to let him know I think he was really onto something here. He spoke about actually putting this into production. If all goes well everyone will be drinking Durtty Wata soon. lol Good luck Dutty Dex!
CHILLY O 6TH ANNIVERSARY
Dec 9th
If you are located in Atlanta you know exactly who Chilly O is, however for those have never heard of Chilly O here is a brief introduction. Chilly O is an Atlanta Based street wear brand that help to put Atlanta on the Map. Their clothing brand is eclectic and random. Chilly O doesn’t follow the trend they create their own lane and make their own rules.
I had to pass thru and represent for the team and show Chilly O some love on his 6th year Anniversary at the Pie Bar in Atlanta. Prince was in Virginia on vacation (probably ah chill wid sum katty) and Andre was unavailable (home watching a movie online). The love was felt by the huge turnout that came to support. Check out the pics below and stop by www.chillyo.com.
V.I. REUNION FULL AH VIBES!!
Dec 8th
The Annual Virgin Island Link up held in Stone Mountain, GA (Club Pisces) was ram pack! Of course the Official VI Representers were in the building performing ROCK CITY, BENNY DEMUS, VERSE SIMMONDS. We had 3 events planned for that night but the VI Reunion was too good to leave. We end up missing the other 2 parties but it was worth it.. To see all these guys perform was amazing…
JAMAICAN NAH GUH 4GET YUH!!
Nov 9th
Jamaica we lost an icon on Tuesday Nov.8th! I’m sure by now everybody has heard about Heavy D’s sudden death. It was just a few weeks ago we were watching Heavy D on stage at the BET Awards ah mash it up, Damn!! ah wah gwan?. This one touches close to home especially since I grew up in Mount Vernon, NY. spent over 10 years there, Elementary, Middle School and High School.. Everyone knows Heavy D. Always Represent for Mt.Vernon and Jamaica. Heavy D never forgot his roots, he always found a way to bring that out in his music. Jamaica Nah Guh 4Get Yuh! R.I.P family.
HEAVY D PERFORMING AT THE BET AWARDS
HEAVY D’S LAST INTERVIEW ON TIM WESTWOOD RADIO SHOW
DANCEHALL MONDAYS
Nov 7th
DanceHall Mondays is a Beginner to Intermediate dance class taught by Atlanta based choreographer Jessica “Phoenix Fiyah“. We stopped by on monday to show some love to our homie Jessica (phoenix) and see what’s shes been up to. The Live DJ on deck rinsin’ di tunes every monday is DJ Yanks. If your in Atlanta you must stop by DanceHall Mondays at GottaDance Studio. RepJA Approved!
Video Directed & Edited by SF2D.
DANCEHALL FIGHT (ROUND 1)
Nov 6th
Over the years Artist rivalry has kept dancehall interesting and very entertaining. Who doesn’t love a good fight every now and then? Whether the beef is real or fake, as fans I don’t think we really care. We just wah defend wi artist ina any argument weh come up bout who beat who and which artist ah di badda man yuh zeet!
Lets take a look at a few famous fight scenes over the years. I’m sure I will miss a few, however these are the most memorable to me. (in no particular order)
SIZZLA -vs- NORRIS MAN “AH DAT YUH SEH”
REPJA INVADES MIAMI IGLOO (summer edition)
Oct 29th
RepJA invaded Miami, FL. Over the summer and fully took over Igloo. We had some of the hottest promo girls wearing the RepJA logo tees and logo shorts. Di shorts dem shotttt!! all you saw was Ass, Ass, Ass, Ass all over the place..lol. Check out the video below (shot by Miami upcoming videographer Biggz di Boss).
Check out the video below as we touch down in Miami, link up wid selectors from copper shot sound, meet the promo girls for the first time, pass thru di pool party and many more…
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JAMAICA LOVE
Oct 29th
As I logged into facebook I was greeted with an image that instantly stopped me in my tracks and made me sit back in my chair and reflect for a quick minute (bumb*#$&wt) dis maddd. I can’t explain the feeling other than Jamaica Love (said best by dancehall artist Busy Signal with hit song entitled Jamaica Love). The internal Love for my country and anything that represents it. The image features a gold cup with our logo on one side and Igloo on the other side. This cup was a collaboration between RepJA & Igloo (Igloo is an event held in Hialeah, FL. presented by Dark Ent.).
I appreciate the message conveyed by the image. S/O to Carla Brown for tagging me on Facebook and bringing it to my attention.