Tabi Bonney - From Togo to DC

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | June 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Tabi Bonney, born Tabiabuè Bonney, has been seen on VH1-Soul, MTV Jams, MTV 2, MTV U , MTV Africa, BET J, Music Choice, and Suckerfree MTV. His rap has a powerful message and he is proud to be from Washington DC. The son of a famous musician, Itadi Bonney, he couldn’t help but follow in the footsteps and pursue his love of music. Jamati caught up with him to discover what gives him the passion to do what he does.

Jamati: You were born in Lome, Togo to Itadi Bonney, a great musician in his own right. How much of an influence was he in your life, and how did it help direct your music? » Read more…

Tags: , BET J, Cam'ron, itadi bonney, LL Cool J, MTV 2, MTV Africa, MTV Jams, MTV U, Music Choice, Outkast, Suckerfree MTV, tabi bonney

Lisa Amenya: Radio Personality, Activist, Proudly African

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | May 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Lisa Amenya has been active on the Kenyan music scene for a while. She is also passionate about building up the African scene by promoting the best in Kenyan entertainment. Jamati caught up with her to find out what makes her tick. » Read more…

Tags: , Akon, Classic 105, diaspora, hip-hop, kenyans, Kiss 100, lingala, Lisa Amenya, malaria, Radio Africa, valerie kimani

Ray Lavender: AKON Protégé and “KONVICTED”

Written by Saba, Ink | May 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Who in the world is Ray Lavender and what does AKON have to do with him? » Read more…

Tags: , Akon, Blackstreet, Guy, Konvict Clothing, Lavender Fever, michael jackson, New Edition, R. Kelly, Ray Lavendar, Ready for The World, Sam Cooke, t-pain, Troop

Hip Hop Pantsula - Mr Jabba man

Interview by Prudence Chauke | May 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

This two-time SAMA award winner whose name is one of the most respected in the SA music industry makes hit after hit, never disappointing and always exceeding his fans’ expectations. Jamati caught up with the man himself and this is what he had to say: » Read more…

Tags: , Acceptance Speech, Hip Hop Pantsula, Jabba man, Jay-Z, Sama, Snoop, South African Hip hop, Vusi Leew

International Reggae And World Music Awards Honors The Late Lucky Dube

Written by Prudence Chauke | May 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment

It hasn’t even been a year since Lucky Dube’s tragic death and still his fans, family and friends in the music industry mourns he’s passing . I must say it was an emotional moment at the International Reggae And World Music Awards (IRAWMA) which was held at Harlem’s Legendary Apollo Theatre, 4 May 2008. They had one of the greatest poets from the Jamaican islands to dedicate a piece to the life Lucky Dube himself, and from the reaction of the audience that was present it showed that his legacy will leave on . » Read more…

Tags: , Bob Marley, fally ipupa, Jr. Reid, Koffi Olomide, Kymani Marley, Shaggy, Taurus Riley. Lucky Dube

Riz aka “The Prince”

Interview by Prudence Chauke | May 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Riz is a phenomenal artist who has wowed audiences around the world.  Jamati caught up with him to find out what makes him tick.  » Read more…

Tags: , Akon, charity water, konvict music, Mad cobra, michael jackson, prince, Riz, time to fly

Omega Bugembe Okello - The Singing Health Advocate

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | April 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Omega Okello is a talented woman with a beautiful voice (even when she talks the tonal quality is wonderful). Her soothing, soft-spoken style belies the strong, generous, intelligent woman that she is. Jamati was privileged to catch up with her to learn more about the things that make her tick. » Read more…

Tags: , kiswahili, kiwomera emmeeme, luganda, nina simone, omega bugembe okello

Kaysha- Musical Genius, Marketing Maven

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | April 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Jamati was privileged to catch up with a man who is so busy he is hard to catch. Kaysha travels all over the world sharing his brand of ’sushiraw’ talent with a wiggle of his hips and a flash of his smile. He has been featured on CNN International, and has produced music for some tremendous talent. We asked him what his secret was. » Read more…

Tags: , Elizio, fally ipupa, Isah, Jacob Desvarieux, Kaysha, Loony Johnson, Ludo, MC Solaar, Mika Mendes, Passi, Soumia, sushiraw label, Thayna

Simphiwe Dana Is Proudly South African

Interview by Prudence Chauke | April 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Jamati: How did you begin to get interested in music and, especially, in singing? » Read more…

Tags: , Dorothy Masuka, Miriam Makeba, Simphiwe Dana, The One Love Movement on Bantu Biko Street, Xhosa, Zandisile

Soul:ID - They talk about their lives, projects, and their new album

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | April 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Soul:ID is a talented group that puts a great edge of funk, R&B, and soul to their music. We reviewed their album (truly a pleasure for the ears). They have impressed several top notch musicians, including Zap Mama, and have made an impact in the music industry in Europe. They are now breaking into the Japanese market where they are sure to gain a strong following. » Read more…

Tags: , afroprean soul, dad'd, soul:id, t'chai, urban deep, V, zap mama

Suzanna Lubrano Talks about Her New Album

Interview by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | March 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Suzanna Lubrano is a very popular artist who writes, sings, and produces most of her own music. We caught up with her to talk about her latest release, Saida. » Read more…

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