ELAINE ‘LIL BIT’ SHEPHERD 2011 JUNO AWARD REGGAE WINNER

Rebel Vibes, Toronto: After the release of her single “Lady In The Streets,” Elaine Lil’Bit Shepherd has quickly been identified as a “hidden gem” with a new sound.

Lil’Bit was introduced to the Toronto reggae scene after being discovered by Carrie Mullings of iMOK Enterprises at the 2009 Junos in Vancouver, British Columbia.

With regular rotation airplay on community radio across Canada Lil’ Bit’s name was working it’s way to the top. Last June, Shepherd received the Most Promising New Artist Award at the 2010 RMAA’s,
and is now the recipient for the most prestigous award in the Canadian Music Industry. Her single “Likkle But Mi Tallawah” won the 2011 Juno for Reggae Recording Of The Year.

March 19th in Vancouver Elaine Lil’ Bit Shepherd received 2 awards at the WCRMA’s for “Best Female Vocalist” and “Single Of The Year”. See earned 3 nominations for “Best Female Vocalist”, “Best Reggae Single” and “Artist Of The Year” at the upcoming RMAA’s. You can participate and vote for her at www.reggaemusicachievementawards.ca.

Elaine has been working hard as the 1st artist signed to the Rebel Vibez Records label and Lil’Bit has an album completed with it’s release date nearing. The first single from the album “Traffic Jam” is a classic duet with amazing vocal compliments between newcomer Elaine Lil’ Bit Shepherd and veteran artist Tinga Stewart.

“Traffic Jam” is available now on VP Records “Reggae Covers for Lovers Vol 2”

2011 JUNO WINNER:

BEST REGGAE RECORDING
“Likkle But Mi Tallawah”
D’Maestro Music

2010 RMAA WINNER:

MOST PROMISING NEW ARTIST

60th BIRTHDAY BASHMENT FOR CHIP SMITH OF CARIBBEAN BILLBOARD TV

Brooklyn: New York’s radio and TV host and the engine of Caribbean Billboard TV Chip Smith celebrated his 60th birthday at Vibes Lounge in Brooklyn, NY a few days ago.

Scores of artists, DJs, dancers, media colleagues and well wishers turned up to the venue to pay tribute, and some took to the stage and delivered live performances. Here are some photos from the party.

BABY CHRIS NEW SINGLE ADDED TO URBAN STATIONS IN THE USA

New York: 5 Stars Recording Inc. artiste Baby Chris’ hit single, ‘What Did I Do’ is making a big impact on the international scene. His new single was recently added to the playlist of six major urban stations in the United States, which translated to more than 600 spins.

An excited Cliff Lawrence, CEO of 5 Star Records said in a recent interview “we had 244 spins the first week then added 362 spins this week to the urban radio stations Things are definitely heat up for Baby Chris and for that we are extremely happy. “

IN CELEBRATION OF DUDLEY LAWS??? LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS

The WAKE: Friday April 1, 2011 – From 6:00 pm to 1:00 am at the Jamaican Canadian Centre (Finch/hwy 400)

The final resting of Dudley Laws, on Saturday, April 2, 2011, will begin with a march from the McDougall & Brown Funeral Home at 1812 Eglinton Avenue West at 7:30 a.m. The walk will proceed east along Eglinton Avenue West to the corner of Marlee and Eglinton Avenue West. We encourage all young people to join us on our last walk with Brother Dudley.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Revivaltime Tabernacle located at 4340 Dufferin Street, south of Finch Avenue west.

His internment will be at Glenview Memorial Gardens ??? 7541 Hwy 50, North of Steeles in Woodbridge.

To accommodate the many who would like to continue the celebration of his life there will be two receptions; one at the Rozz ??? 200 Advance Blvd ( Brampton) from 4:00-8:30 p.m. and Faith Open Door Ministries ??? 920 Caledonia Rd. ( Caledonia , south of Lwarence) from 2:30 ??? 12:00 midnight.