Marley Concert Canceled for the First Time in 38 Years

KINGSTON, Jamaica- If you are a fan of Bob Marley then you would already know all there is to know about the annual birthday celebrating his life on Feb. 6th. The birthday celebration is an annual tradition that became the way of Kingston life for decades. This year's celebrations were expected to surpass the festivities of years gone by. The musical event of Kingston, Jamaica was distinguished by all who strive to keep the spirit of Marley's music alive through his fans and followers. This year was expected to be no different except for the very large matter of the celebrations being called off for the first time in years. The news of the concert's cancellation appears to have been rather late in the day as those visiting Kingston annually had discovered at the very last minute.

Holiday makers who attempted to coordinate their vacation time with the Feb 6th Bob Marley Birthday Bash Celebration got the shock of their lives. The concert that drew in thousands from around the world failed to obtain permits from local authorities in time for the celebration to kickoff on the day. Kingston was definitely geared up to party to the beats of the legendary Bob Marley as part of his birthday celebrations bash event. Unfortunately, for thousands of Marley fans expected to attend the highly anticipated concert had been canceled. The annual birthday celebration concert is the pride and joy of Kingston. But, this year the lively city had to make do with celebrating the great late singer without the traditional Bob Marley concert extravaganza.

Billy Idol- blast from the past...

Music and fashion heavy weights team up for worthy cause

Music and fashion heavy weights team up for a worthy charity cause. Madonna and Gucci have joined forces to raise funds for orphans in Malawi. Madonna just last year set out to adopt a child legally from the impoverished southern African nation. Instead of simply taking a child from the struggling nation she has done so much more for the millions of orphans and people still living in poverty and impoverish lives.

I respect her greatly for the latter. Apparently, any donkey with money can take an African child, but it takes a rightful heart to give a damn about the millions left behind. My hat tips to her for her selfless efforts to provide a better way of life for those in Malawi and also treating them with dignity and re-enforcing their sense of pride as an African people.

Madonna has respectfully kept her adopted African son discreetly from the media circus that is so embraced by lesser celebrities who appear to use the African adoption claim as if some sort of humanitarian act amongst other dismaying claims. She has also both honored and treated with respect the living biological father of the African boy which is to say the least very commendable.

Madonna has come a long way from the days of rebellion and calamity to be in her own right a woman of example and strength. She stands alone proudly as co-founder of the Raising Malawi rather than as part of some over exposed and sadly flaunted Hollywood bs coupling which in itself distracts distastefully from any humanitarian cause if not puts people off all together.

Guy Richie is "REALLY" her man and not party to some sad frantic entrapment of the man as some others have publicly resorted to ridiculously. Madonna and Gucci will host a fund-raising event with dinner, a musical performance and a party on February 6 next year to mark the opening of Gucci's largest store in the world, on New York's Fifth Avenue.

Her co-founded Raising Malawi charity focuses on trying to end the poverty and hardship suffered by Malawi's 1 million orphans, many of whose parents died of AIDS.

"I am grateful that Gucci is joining forces with me to bring attention to a country with millions of children in desperate need of our help," Madonna said in a statement.

"Raising Malawi has already done tremendous work in helping these children. But we have much more to do and this event will surely bring us closer to our goal."

Britney Spears reigns supremely with new CD Truimph!

May all things Britney Spears reign supremely! Being an innate fan of the under dog rather than of the kick them when their down club... I say more power to you Brit! Nice recovery with the custody visitation matter. Keep up the progress in all the right directions. Congratulations on the new "Blackout" CD being officially declared a Triumph! I, personally, knew the "Give me More" track more than did it for me on the dance floor. I can not wait to hear the rest of the CD. Well DONE! May your critics one and all EAT their words?

The Journey and Making of Powerpop/Indie Band The Quietline

The Journey and Making of Powerpop/Indie Band The Quietline

Check out this band if you have the chance. I had the opportunity to interview the lead singer Chris Coghill earlier this year and found his ideas for the direction of the band to be really fascinating. I certain will too. Take the opportunity to see them on tour at a venue near you or find them at www.myspace/thequietline

The Mountain View Band Exclusive

The Mountain View Band Exclusive is an interview I recently acquired from a great band with a great sound. Also check them out at myspace.com/themountainview