Beenie called into Walshy’s latest show to speak on music and life.

Check out the audio below…

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Here is the first of a four part PBS special which has been a well debated topic between Dominicans and Haitians on race. This is definitely something I want to check out, for those interested check local listings. For those in the Miami area check out the screening on Monday, March 7th.

Props to my boy Carlos for putting me on to this.

Two countries sharing the same Island but the contrast between how both define themselves racially, culturally, and ethnically is stunning. While the Dominicans in large measure embrace their Spanish Ancestry; the Haitian embrace and accept their African Ancestry. The first episode of Henry Louis Gates, Jr.,’s upcoming 4-part PBS series highlights that while 90% of Dominicans have African Ancestry, most prefer to be anything other than of African Descent. Professor Gates looks at how the structure of cattle ranching that took place in the Dominican Republic after the sugar industry failed, and the sugar plantation structure in Haiti, have both affected race perception and relations differently. Voodoo’s primary methodology for bringing organization, leadership, comfort and strength to help in the liberation of Haitians from slavery is examined in detail; voodoo was said to be the cement or glue in their freedom on many levels. – Phyllis Baker. ($6 non-members and $4 members.)

Various tunes that I’ve been stacking to share with the people. Check out the goodness below…

Check out a few videos and links to download after the jump…

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For this year’s Bob Marley Music Ffestival and Food Drive, the show’s offical DJ, Walshy Fire has put together this mix showcasing the artists set to perform. Included are tunes from Bob, Julian and Damian Marley, Shaggy, Capleton, Tarrus Riley, and Spragga Benz. Check out the details below…

Intro
Bob Marley – Crazy Bald Heads
Damian Marley – Me Name Jr. Gong
Damian Marley – All Night
Damian Marley – For The Babies
Damian Marley & Stephen Marley – Mission
Stephen Marley, Damian Marley, & Buju Banton – Traffic Jam
Stephen Marley – Let Her Dance
Stephen Marley – Hey Baby
Damian Marley & Julian Marley – Kaya Now Live
Julian Marley – Lion In The Morning
Tarrus Riley – Getty Getty No Wanty
Tarrus Riley – Far Away
Tarrus Riley – Shes Royal
Shaggy – Church Heathen
Shaggy & Sean Paul – Sexy Lady
Shaggy & Tessane Chin – Never Let You Go
Shaggy – Wild Tonight
Shaggy – Oh Carolina
Shaggy & Rayvon – Big Up
Shaggy – Pose Off
Shaggy – Hot Gal
Capleton – Good Her Clothes
Capleton – Crazy Looks
Damian Marley & Bobby Brown – Beautiful
Damian Marley – The Master Has Come Back
Damian Marley – Jamrock
Damian Marley, Bounty Killa, & Eek A Mouse – Khaki Suit
Damian Marley – Not Goin Give Up
Capleton – Small Sound (Black Chiney Dub)
Tarrus Riley – Kung Fu (Black Chiney Dub)
Capleton & Damian Marley – It Was Written
Cedella Marley – Redemption Song

Download the mix here: Walshy Fire – 17th Annual Bob Marley Fest Mix CD.

…via HigherLevelSound.

Through Asho, I just got word of Cuban fusion group Cubiche hitting the stage at SOB’s this coming Saturday. Check out the info on the group and the show below…

Saturday August 1st, 2009
DIRECT FROM MIAMI
CUBICHE

FIRST NYC SHOW!!!
Special Guest : DJ Asho

Doors: (12:00AM – 4AM)

Cuban fusion collective, Cubiche has taken over the Miami music scene with a bang. Its eight soloist singers collaborate to not only set the stage in Miami, but they have created a new way of life for Cubans all over the world. The band members attract fans through their sensual combination of hip hop and tropical bohemia along with their well harmonized medley of traditional son, salsa and timba mixed with rock, reggae and funk.

The group consists of token woman, Leslie Cartaya (vocals/piano), Descemer Bueno (Band director/ bass/ vocals), Michel Fragoso (piano/ vocals), Philbert Armenteros (percussion/vocals), El Chino Dreadlion (vocals), Mr. Haka (MC rapper/vocals), Elain (vocals) and Luis Bofill (vocals). Each member of the group has a completely unique sound, not one member sounds the same. Together they create a more powerful noise, one the bandmates say can easily attract listeners from across the globe. Even the band name as a powerful meaning (Cubiche, which to most Spanish speakers is a derogatory term for Cubans has been reclaimed by the group and has demonstrated an ironic sensibility that appeals to mod Hispanic kids).

Starting off the month of August right, Cubiche will be coming to SOB’s Saturday Samba Soul’s late night show on the first of the month. Doors open at midnight, admission is $10 with flyer.

For more info on the group, check out this article from The Miami New Times: In Cubiche, Voices of Cuba’s Lost Generation Unite in Song.

Just got an email from the homie D-Nice with some brilliant photography from Miami Carnival. Check it out by clicking the photo above, or by clicking here.

Check out more from D, including more photos on his blog: blog.d-nice.com.