Thanksgiving Buffet at Plage De Yoff – Dakar Senegal! All you can eat Buffet. Hosted by Mawa’s American Restaurant this Thursday 12pm-3 at Sunny Moore’s Artist Cafe (Cite BCEAO-Yoff Beach). Please RSVP in advance by making payment via Wave to 78 127 98 03.
PROGRAMME Dakar Fashion Week 2022
– Vendredi 02 décembre 2022
15h00 Conférence de presse au Pullman
19h00 soirée d’ouverture au Pullman
21h00 Présentation mode jeunes créateurs
22h00 cocktail dînatoire et after party
– Samedi 03 décembre 2022
16h30 départ de l’embarcadère pour l’île de Gorée
17h00 cocktail de bienvenue
17h00 mise en place
18h00 début défilé
19h00 fin défilé début cocktail
21h00 retour chaloupe à Dakar
– Dimanche 04 décembre 2022
11h – 19h Brunch & Swape Shop au Pullman en collaboration avec Globale Fashion Exchange
15h00 Talk African dream
23h00 soirée de clôture au Phare des mamelles soirée blanche (soirée blanche)
* susceptible d’être modifié avant le 1 décembre 2022
America’s largest black film festival showcasing over 150 new films from Africa, the United States, Europe, the Caribbean, the South Pacific, South America, and Canada. This event also features 100 Black fine artists and craftspeople, poetry, fashion shows, free forums, and panel discussions.
Check online for films, times and ticket prices:
Best Natural Hair & Body products in the country! The beauty and wellness shop with a conscience is opening at its new location! There will be beauty-wellness- and shopping! Come celebrate this amazing achievement! See you there: 4342 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles (CA)
Check out the website and shop online: http://www.nappilynaturals.com
Jazz At Drew is an all-day outdoor fundraising and community concert produced and hosted by Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) featuring some of the most prolific names in Jazz and R&B. Jazz At Drew’s emphasis on premier talent in South LA with international appeal has been the distinguishing factor that separates the event from larger Jazz festivals in Southern California. More importantly, it displays Jazz and R&B in a range of styles all while being surrounded by a burgeoning and ethnically diverse community.
You may obtain more info or purchase tickets here: http://jazzatdrew.com
Fespaco Ouagadougou is an 8-day event being held from 23rd February to the 2nd March 2019 in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. This film festival showcases films & documentaries from the Media & Advertising industry. You may obtain more info here: https://fespaco.bf/en/
Make sure you attend the Pan African Film Festival at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza during Black History Month.
People from around the globe gather to attend the largest Black film festival in the United States. From a 100 million dollar blockbuster premiere to newly emerging Hollywood talent, The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) showcases a broad spectrum of Black creative works from all over the globe, particularly those that reinforce positive images and help to destroy negative stereotypes.
Nowhere else can audiences find this unique opportunity to come together through film and art to explore new worlds, meet new people and acquire new information and ideas, only at PAFF!
You may obtain more info by visiting the website: https://www.paff.org
Vibrations don’t get much more positive than a full day of live music from top reggae artists, combined with a Vegan festival, showcasing all things Vegan: food, health, beauty, fashion, nutrition – if you’ve got ’em, join us and be a part of the show…
There’s never been anything like it – a celebration of life, music, peace, food, health, environment, and the animals – with reggae rhythm in the air, and thousands of smiling people everywhere!
You may obtain more info and purchase tickets here:
https://www.reggaeveganfest.com/tickets/
Join the Wave for “Jazz At Drew” an all-day outdoor fundraising and community concert produced and hosted by Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. This year’s concert series will be held on October 6th from 12pm-9pm. Performances by: After 7, The S.O.S. Band, Jazz Funk Soul featuring Jeff Lorber, Paul Jackson Jr, and Everette Harp, The Pete Escovedo Orchestra, DW3 and more on the campus!
Event/Ticket Links: Call (323) 357-3669 or visit http://www.jazzatdrew.com
Do not miss this Reggae “Camping” Music Festival and its crazy lineup. You may purchase tickets here: https://reggaeonroute66.com/home
CELEBRATE 5 YEARS OF PRESENTING ORIGINAL WORKS OF AFRICAN DIASPORIC CULTURE HERE IN THE US!!!
Have you had the heart-moving experience of immersing in the richness of West African traditional arts and the traditional arts that were birthed through the diaspora? Get ready for the unforgettable two night event: “FOR THE CULTURE”. This September 14th and 15th, Africa In America will be celebrating the 5th Annual Original Works Showcase for African Diasporic Music and Dance. This year we will feature original works in theater, fashion, music and dance.
*****OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT****
I’m happy to announce that these artists will be blessing the stage September 14th and 15th from 8-10pm.
Starting off the show for another year, we have LAADE African Dance Troupe of Loyola Village Elementary School.
Debuting his fashion line Los Angeles, Mr. Senegal Louc Diouf
Debuting an original theater piece, NAACP Theater Award Winner Ms. Natali Miccichē
Presenting our live musical entertainment, AfroHaus
Debuting a full West African Ballet, Founder/CEO Kara Mack and musically Directed by Grammy Award Winner Magatte Fall
And Special Guest, Emmy Award Winning Tap Dancer Jason Samuels Smith
Join us at:
BGT Barnsdall Gallery Theater
4800 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles (CA)
you may purchase tickets here:
For over 30 years Assane Konte, co-founder and Artistic Director of KanKouran West African Dance Company, has staged authentic glimpses of the peoples and cultures of Africa.
KanKouran’s annual African dance and drum conference offered attendees a chance to experience the sights and sounds of West Africa. KanKouran invited us to become part of its wonderful community.
Hundreds of participants from across the country visited the nation’s capitol to partake in three days of intense workshops in traditional African dance and drum, taught by master dancers and drummers from Mali, Senegal, and Guinea.
KanKouran West African Dance Company was founded for the purpose of contributing to the extension of the arts by introducing the essence of traditional African dancing and drumming to audiences; enriching American cultural heritage through the integration of authentic West African performing arts; and promoting intercultural understanding. This year’s concert celebrated 35 years of fulfilling their mission of “…giving back that which was lost.”
Workshop Instructors & Performing Guest Artists
Mabiba Baegne, Fode Bangoura, Mariama Basse, Marie Basse-Wiles, Fode Camara, Mouminatou Camara, Idy Ciss, Kadiatou Conte, Souleymane Diop, Zak & Naomi Diouf, Madiou Diouf, Oumou Faye, Elhadji Faye, Brigo Gueye, Mar Gueye, Medoune Yacine Gueye, Youssouf Koumbassa, Abdou M’Baye, Assane M’Baye, Babacar M’Baye, Babacar N’Diaye, Cheikh N’Dong, Magette Sow, Balla Sy,
Da’African Village in partnership with Africa Love present A Touch of Africa Las Vegas (ATOALV), a one-day celebration that will feature world-class artists from Africa and the diaspora including African Soul International, an African dance, drum and music ensemble residing in Los Angeles, CA, master drummer from Ivory Coast, Papa Diarra Zumana and many others.
The event will highlight African culture through dance, drumming, musical performances, a fashion show and an African dance workshop.
2 PM – 3:30 PM | African Dance Workshop
Join us for an African Dance Workshop with African Soul International and local African drum and dance master artists currently residing in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event will be held at Rhythms Dance Studio & Events Center (4545 W Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89102).
PURCHASE AFRICAN DANCE WORKSHOP TICKET!
6 PM – 7:30 PM | Reception with local vendors and small businesses
Join us for a welcome reception at Clark County Library Theater (1401 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119) that will feature local vendors and small businesses. Have your picture taken at our step-and-repeat and mix and mingle with other attendees.
7:30 PM – 8 PM | Africa Love Fashion Show
Featuring the latest in African fashion, our Africa Love fashion show will highlight the diversity of the West African culture. Discover colorful African trends, and one-of-a-kind signature pieces.
8 PM – 9:30 PM | A Touch of Africa Las Vegas Show
A 90-minute drum and dance showcase and awards ceremony with African Soul International and other artists from Africa and the diaspora.
10 PM – Dawn | After Party
After-Party at Sivas Las Vegas Mediterranean Restaurant and Hookah Lounge with a live DJ from Renchy Sounds.
You may purchase tickets here and get more info here:
http://www.africalovestore.com/pages/a-touch-of-africa-las-vegas
Conscious Hip Hop Philly artist Dell-P’s new album features legendary and like-minded artist David Banner from Mississippi. This album was made to commemorate the anniversary of Hip Hop on August 11th and let the world know that lyricism will always matter. The album title represents one of the primordial elements of the culture which is the Emcee aka “Wordsmith”, and also Smith is Dell-P’s last name. This is his most personal album to date and he addresses issues such as politics, his love for Hip Hop, relationship goals, family, senseless violence, police brutality, and also being a positive light for the younger generation. This album could potentially take Dell-P to the next level, with its lyrical content and universal message.
“Wordsmith” will be available on all digital platforms on August 11th, 2018:
#Itunes #GooglePlay #Tidal #Spotify #Amazon etc…
For all booking inquiries contact @HisHersEntertainment and @BizPorter
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SOULNIC is a free, family-oriented dance music festival with DJs and live musicians who showcase the soulful sides of House music. Originally created in 2010, SOULNIC has quickly become L.A.’s largest Soulful Dance Music Festival. This is a one-of-a-kind event in Los Angeles that has been widely accepted by the community, attracting attendees of all ages and backgrounds.
To date, SOULNIC has more than doubled in size each year. This year, we anticipate 4,000 in attendance. And in order to meet the rising costs to produce this event, we are seeking to raise $65,000. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to THE GOOD SEED SHELTER, Our charitable beneficiary. Good Seed Shelter’s mission is to help youth not only live, but thrive. We provide a supportive, nurturing and specialized care for homeless young people in California, through supportive housing, job training, comprehensive services and individual planning. The Good Seed creates an environment where youth, ages 18-25, can grow to achieve their full potential. Our aim is to ensure that youth have the tools they need to realize their goals and dreams, so that they may live healthy and meaningful lives.
The Good Seed Shelter attempts to fulfill a mission to “Shelter Those Who Are Homeless, Cloth Those Who Are in Need, Feed Those Who Are Hungry, and Assist Whenever We Are Needed.
We need your help to either become a sponsor or assist in finding sponsors. If you work for a company OR know of a company that has a charitable giving arm or a company that could benefit from a marketing partnership for this event, please contact us to provide a referral.
Once you’ve made the commitment to support SOULNIC, share this campaign and your SOULNIC experience with others. Be sure to ‘like’ the official SOULNIC Facebook page, tag yourself in our photo gallery and, if possible, attend one of our upcoming fundraising events.
You may obtain more info here: http://www.soulnic.tv
The Playboy Jazz Festival is held annually at the Hollywood Bowl. Founded by Hugh Hefner, the 2018 line-up includes Dave Grusin, The Matthew Whitaker Trio, Anthony Hamilton and Snarky Puppy.
You may purchase tickets or obtain more info here: http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/369/
In Joshua Tree, CA when Shakti Festival opens your heart to awareness, something inimitably felt begins to stir. Arrived at Shakti, full of the savory love and excitement that one become accustomed to…but couldn’t shake the feeling that something was missing.
Chants, Drumming, Sound Baths, Mantras, Gongs, Dancing, CBD, good vibes, Conscious Food/Elixirs, Artistry, Meditation, Eco Apparels, Crystals & Gems, all stretching into the Unknown permeates the ether at Shakti Fest. Everywhere one turns, see villages, students of life; vibrant smiling faces greeting and encouraging to enjoy the Shakti vibe, celebrate evolutions of life, relinquish self gifts and share in other’s gifts. But still, something was missing…
Kirtan lovers, ecstatic dance fans and even those unfamiliar with reverential music all raving about Shakti being an One Stop Luv Fest. Track after track, session after session, back bend after downward dog, breath after exhalation, the festival rocked visionaries like breatharian Michael Brian Baker, musician activist Fantuzzi, lyrical artist MC Yogi, Shelly the Hoop dancer, etc…heartfelt presences and innovative musical stylings to ancient mantras of love, medicine and healing. The feels were warm and fuzzy, yet incomplete.
Wind stormed teachers, sun-kissed yogis, sisterly gurus, all offering love nods, heart hugs and namastes all day into the night, under the stars. Even the Joshua trees flex like Aerial yoga, breathe & wave Aho from all directions dancing amid the live kirtan music…sacred ground for sacred space. There was that feeling again…
As the closing ceremony concluded, hearts were topped off with love..and then it became apparent. What was missing…the reflective heterogeneity of the diverse world we are attempting to represent and connect. It is easy to proclaim we are all one when we all look alike.
Hm? Now, of course, you know that the womb hood, perpetual evolution, love and inclusion vibe that is so thoroughly practiced at Shakti Fest would never, ever, intentionally exclude anyone, especially not those many of the practices are derived from. However, perhaps it is time for all of us to increase our efforts of agape and comprisal to ensure that more members of ethnically diverse groups are invited, included and celebrated. Om Shakti, om Shaaakti!! Ommmm…
Aminah Tolbert is a reporter/photographer for Wolof Times, based in Los Angeles (CA)
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You do not want to miss Jamaica’s Premier Reggae Festival! You may obtain more info and purchase tickets here: http://reggaesumfest.com
SHAKTI FEST IS THE PREMIER YOGA, SACRED MUSIC, AND PERSONAL GROWTH FESTIVAL IN THE COUNTRY CELEBRATING THE DIVINE FEMININE.
Since 2011, for five days each May, we have featured the best yoga teachers, Kirtan musicians, and workshop leaders in the world. We are part of the Center for Spiritual Studies, a 501c3 nonprofit that supports charities across the globe, mainly in India.
Proceeds generated each year, after we cover our costs, go to our chosen causes. We accept donations to help us provide extraordinary festivals and give support to those less fortunate than us. We invite you to view our gallery. We hope to see you in the Bhav!
During these troubled and turbulent times in America and in the world, it is with great urgency that we come together to build and deepen spiritual community.
As we delve deeper into our spiritual compassionate heart, we open up to the kindness and generosity we have within all of us. In harmony with Mother Earth we come together in a living practice to create change as one voice, one heart, one being. In our togetherness we can further that goal of unity and love and elevate our collective vibration.
Lets gather for the first real heart-centered festival of the year. On May 10-14th we celebrate the Divine feminine energy that dwells within all of us and honor the Motherly Love that is so sorely missing on our planet. In reverence and love for the Mother, join us in celebration this Mother’s Day weekend.
Shakti Fest celebrates the devotional paths of yoga, Kirtan (sacred music), and meditation and places a special emphasis on the Divine Feminine. Our festival is a drug and alcohol-free vehicle for evolution of human consciousness through a heart-centered revolution. Bring your yoga mats this coming May to the idyllic Joshua Tree Retreat Center, located in the beautiful region 2 hours east of Los Angeles. Practice with the best yoga teachers in the world, dance to sacred music by world-renown Kirtan artists, and take workshops with leaders in the field of personal growth. Camp out beneath the stars or stay at one of our many accommodations on and offsite; enjoy the swimming pool and free filtered drinking water; stop in at “Conscious Kids Land” and expose your children to other enlightened families; enjoy the best vegetarian food at any festival. We offer student, senior, and local resident discounts. We’re building sacred community—join us!
You may obtain more info and purchase tickets here: http://shaktifest.bhaktifest.com
Join two-time Grammy Winner and Senegalese drummer Magatte Fall (Angelique Kidjo, Black Panther soundtrack) and Friends at this traditional Senegalese party to celebrate the beauty of West African Music & Culture. This event will take place at Lula Washington Dance Theater in Los Angeles (CA) (3773 Crenshaw Blvd).
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Janet Jackson and newly minted Academy Award nominee Mary J. Blige are among the headliners announced for the 2018 Essence Festival. The festival returns to the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans July 5-8.
The initial performance lineup also includes a headline set featuring Erykah Badu and Jill Scott with Snoop Dogg and other guests in a special curation by The Roots. Rounding out the first wave of announced headliners are Miguel, Fantasia and Xscape. Also scheduled to perform: Daniel Caesar, H.E.R., Kelela, Ro James, DVSN, 112, Mali Music, Kevin Ross, Marsha Ambrosius and Teddy Riley’s New Jack Swing Experience featuring Wreckx-n-Effect, BlackStreet and Guy.
More than 40 acts will appear between the Mainstage and the four Superlounges stationed inside the Superdome. Additional acts will be announced in the coming weeks. The Mainstage host is Roy Wood Jr.
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LA Marathon Winners: Weldon Kirui (Kenya) and Sule Gedo (Ethiopia).
Check this link for all official results:
https://www.trackshackresults.com/lamarathon/results/2018/
Named one of the Top 10 Music Moments of 2017, the Kaya Fest Music and Awareness Festival, now in Southern California, is sure to be mind-blowing! The Festival is named after Bob Marley’s album Kaya released 40 years ago, thus its organizer Stephen Marley ensured the Marley Brothers (Ziggy, Stephen, Damian, Kymani & Julian) and nephews (Skip, Jomersa) performed to commemorate its anniversary.
You may obtain more info here:
https://www.http://kayafestivals.com
The 26th Pan African Film Festival fell once again during our crucial Black History Month, where we have the opportunity via a plethora of events and celebrations to connect Africa and its diaspora, and more importantly educate and inform the masses. The Pan African Film Festival encompassed all of these various activities at the Baldwin-Hills Crenshaw Mall, in the heart of South Central Los Angeles. Film and Documentaries from Africa and the Diaspora were shown to avid and conscious spectators, some of whom brought their children and families. The film festival offers spectators rare opportunities to ask the directors and actors questions, as well as offer amateur or professional critiques. My personal favorites this year were “Burkina Rising” discussing the life and death of the revolutionary Thomas Sankara and the comical Nigerian Love Story “Red Hibiscus”. Of course, the Centerpiece of the Festival was the now iconic “Black Panther” movie which was shown a day prior to its national release to a sold-out audience. The “Black Panther” theme was recurrent throughout the entire festival, as nightly food (Southern & Caribbean) and dance celebrations occurred, to the sounds of modern and classic music from Africa and the Diaspora. Vendors came from all over the US to sell African goods in the mall area, where an African-themed Fashion and Talent show also took place. The Pan African Film Festival truly lived up to its name as it was a definite success as usual, in its mission of unity, education and entertainment.
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Featuring four days of intense workshops in African drum and dance, an amazing performance, educational programs, and more representing the dynamism, vibrancy, and diversity
of the African Diaspora!
Classes are $20 at door and will be held at:
Malonga Casquelourd Center For the Arts
1428 Alice Street Oakland CA 94612
You may purchase tickets here:
The 3rd Annual One Love Cali Reggae Festival in Long Beach featuring the biggest names in reggae and hip hop including Rebeltuion, Nas, Iration, Atmosphere. Get more info and purchase tickets here:
https://www.onelovecalifest.com
Make sure you attend the 26th Pan African Film Festival during February 8th-19th at Balwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza in Los Angeles (CA). The film festival will showcase a variety of films and documentaries from Africa & its Diaspora. You can obtain more info here: http://www.paff.org
Africa in America Presents its 4th Annual Original Works Showcase for African Diasporic Music and Dance entitled “We the People…” October 27th and 28th 2017 at Barnsdall Gallery Theater! Both nights will begin at 8pm. This year we are focusing on original dance works, musical compositions, songs, and poetry as well.
Africa In America 2017 Showcase Presenters for “We the People…”
-Loyola Village Elementary African Drum and Dance Troupe
-Kara Mack- Original Dance
-Onyi-Original Song
-Shateir Butler-Spoken Word
-Maya Jupiter-Spoken Word
-Tatiana Zamir-Original Dance
-Nikki Campbell-Original Music and Dance (Afro-Panamanian)
-Magatte Fall-Original
Tickets can be purchased here:
http://africainamericamag.com/aia-events/
Venue
Barnsdall Gallery Theatre
4800 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Pho 323-660-4254
Adirée Fashion Agency (The fashion week event producers), partners and sponsors hosted Africa Fashion Week Los Angeles (AFWLA) in Los Angeles, California. AFWLA is a luxury multi-day event that includes Runway shows, exhibition, industry networking events, African music & food with the sole purpose of raising awareness of the African/ African American fashion & entertainment professionals. Proceeds went to non profits in support of African related causes. The event was a success as the venue was packed.
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The Desert is Freedom, Music is Power and Community is Crucial. friends and funsters who believe that music is the soul of life…The music is diverse from all over the World, positive and potent; featuring artists on the rise. A happy, loving and egalitarian space is created, where the boundary between artist and audience is blurred.
You may purchase tickets here:
https://www.stubhub.com/joshua-tree-music-festival-tickets/grouping/1494411/
Jazz at Drew is an all-day outdoor concert and featured some of the most prolific names in jazz and R&B. This year’s concert was headlined by Earth, Wind & Fire, the legendary Grammy Award winning act. Lineup also included performances by Sheila E, the West Coast Get Down featuring Kamasi Washington, Miles Mosley, Cameron Graves, Ron Bruner and more, DW3, Eloise Laws, and the Fernando Pullum Center Arts Community Band. It all happened on the campus of Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science and is its largest fundraiser.
EARTH, WIND & FIRE
SHEILA E
KAMASI WASHINGTON
EARTH WIND & FIRE WITH FERNANDO PULLUM CENTER ARTS CENTER COMMUNITY BAND
For 20 years, Jazz at Drew’s emphasis on showcasing home-grown talent with international appeal has been the distinguishing factor that separates the event from larger jazz festivals in Southern California, in a range of styles, while being surrounded by a colorful marketplace and health pavilion.
Venue is located at:
1731 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059
Tickets can be purchased here:
https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/bhakti-fest-west-2017
Bhakti Fest is the premier yoga, sacred music, and personal growth festival in the United States. Since 2009, for six days each September, we have featured the best Yoga Teachers, Kirtan Musicians, and Workshop Leaders in the world. We are part of the Center for Spiritual Studies, a 501c3 nonprofit that supports charities across the globe, mainly in India. Proceeds generated each year, after we cover our costs, go to our chosen causes. We accept donations to help us provide extraordinary festivals and give support to those less fortunate than us. We hope to see you in the Bhav!
Bhakti Fest celebrates the devotional paths of yoga, Kirtan (sacred music), and meditation. Our festival is a drug and alcohol free vehicle for evolution of human consciousness through a heart-centered revolution. Bring your yoga mats this September to the idyllic Joshua Tree Retreat Center, located in the beautiful region east of Los Angeles. Practice with the best yoga teachers in the world, dance to sacred music by world-renown Kirtan artists, and take workshops with leaders in the field of personal growth. Camp out beneath the stars or stay at one of our many accommodations on and offsite; enjoy the swimming pool and free filtered drinking water; stop in at The Bhakti Family Village and expose your children to other enlightened youth and families; enjoy the best vegetarian food at any festival. We offer Student, Senior, Military and Local Resident discounts. We are building community—please join us!
“A ST Mary Mi Come From”, deejay Capleton’s popular charity show which features himself and a slew of other artists including I-Octane, Jah Mason, Sanchez, Yvad and George Nooks etc…, returns August 5 after a three-year break.
Capleton pointed to the lack of a major sponsor as the main reason for the event’s hiatus. He told Splash that St Mary Mi Come From’s comeback is important to him, since he was born and raised within its impoverished community.
Come out and support this benevolent event at Gray’s Inn Sports Complex, Annotto Bay, St Mary Jamaica. (Tickets will only be sold at the venue on the day of show only). #TellAFriend to follow and sign up on:
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Dream Weekend is Jamaica’s #1 and most anticipated music festival held on the white sand beaches of Negril, Jamaica, for 5 days of back-to-back parties with popular high-energy genres of music, performances from local and international artistes, inclusive of world-class liquor and food, with a level of production that makes the event a one of a kind experience!
Details
Event Prices: ALL prices are in US Dollars (Service charge included)
Event Transportation: Free Shuttle Service to & from all events
Season Band Prices (Incl Tax & Fees)
Please note: Digital Tickets are sent to your email address two (2) to three (3) days after purchase. If more than three days have passed please send us an email to info@jamaicadreamweekend.com with subject line: Ticket Query along with receipt issued by PayPal.
After digital tickets are received, kindly bring same to Jamaica along with your Government issued ID in order to redeem for season bands in Jamaica.
Details of our Redemption Centre location and opening times will be posted closer to event date.
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The 2017 Hollywood Carnival was oh so colorful with Carribean, as well as South American and African participants & attendees, representing their flag colors via Carnival costumes and clothing, The City of Los Angeles was able to witness the parade which ended in West Hollywood where the party continued with various performances. The eclectic sounds ranged from Soca, to Calypso, to Reggae, to Hip Hop, to Salsa and to R&B. The Carnival also featured Carribean food vendors much to the delight of the audience. This event is a continuous success and showcases Africa and Diaspora unity at its best.
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“A Touch of Africa in Santa Cruz” took place June 15th-18th, 2017, featuring world-class dance & music teachers as well as artists from Africa and the Diaspora representing their cultures through dance, drumming, art and music performance. The event offered a total of 35 workshops, performances, food, arts & crafts, educational lectures and panel discussions.
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Entering its 6th year, the Hollywood Carnival Parade and Festival will take over Hollywood Boulevard from 11am to 4pm on Saturday June 24 miraculously transforming this storied street into a grand carnival and extravaganza with marchers and masqueraders dressed in vibrant, breath-taking costumes, dancing to pulsating rhythms from around the globe. The celebration will begin at Hollywood Boulevard and Edgemont Street in Los Feliz and will proceed on West Hollywood Blvd. for three miles ending at the event’s Carnival Culture Village festival site at Highland Avenue in central Hollywood. The parade will feature over 30 bands with the pulsating rhythms of Calypso, Soca, Samba, Reggae, Zouke, Latin, Punta, Meringue, Mariachi, Reggaeton, Blues, Jazz, Steel-pan, Indian, Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and other global music. The Parade of Bands is a FREE event for ALL AGES to watch.
Following the high energy Hollywood Carnival Parade, all masqueraders, participants, and onlookers, will make their way into the Carnival Culture Village at 6800 Hollywood Blvd, open from 12 noon until 10pm. The Village is the grandest, most exciting and fully entertaining outdoor event for the Hollywood Carnival Weekend Experience. It is filled with a wide range of world cuisines, arts and crafts, and top headlining acts including the reigning King of Soca Machel Montano, dancehall/soca star Linky First, award winning Canadian/Jamaican singer Kreesha Turner, three time Belizian vocalist of the year Tanya Carter, and many more. Tickets for the Hollywood Carnival Culture Village are only $10 at https://www.universe.com/events/carnival-culture-village-tickets-GN60L1.
The Hollywood Carnival weekend kicks off on Thursday June 22 with a Welcome to Hollywood party at popular nightspot Lure, 1439 Ivar Avenue in Hollywood, featuring Bajan Superstar Rupee performing his greatest hits from “Ice Cream” to his recent smash hit “Tipsy.” Welcome to Hollywood is sure to kick off the weekend in the right direction.
The long weekend of partying Caribbean style continues on Friday June 23 with the ultimate day party “Fete du Jour” from 11am to 4pm. Taking place at Liaison Lounge (formerly and notably Les Deux Café), 1638 North Las Palmas Avenue in Hollywood. This event is the true taste of a sexy, high energy Caribbean day party. It will be filled with surprises that no other event during the Hollywood Carnival weekend will offer. Attendees will be amazed and never know what to expect aside from the music, beautiful people, and tropical atmosphere.
Ever since the birth of Hollywood Carnival, the Main Event, this year on Friday June 23 from 9pm to 2am, has been the Highlight of the entire carnival weekend, as it has always been graced with the hottest performers and DJs the music industry has to offer. This edition of the Main Event takes place at DTLA’s The Belasco at 1050 S. Hill Street and will feature Trinidadian soca artist and Soul Train Award winner Bunji Garlin, his wife, soca royal Fay Ann Lyons, and reigning Road March Champion, MX Prime. The Main Event is surely not one to be missed, as these entertainers along with some of the most talented DJ’s, will entertain all night long.
On Saturday June 24 following the high energy Hollywood Carnival Parade and Carnival Culture Village, The Official After Party is the event where attendees will be continuously entertained and guaranteed to end the day on a high note. This event will be filled with the most talented DJ’s worldwide including Soca Brainwash mix DJ Private Ryan, popular LA based soca dj DJ Stephen, DJ Eternal Vibes in from Miami, and many more.
Since Caribbean parties last all weekend, the Hollywood Carnival ends on Sunday June 25 with Shine from 11am – 5pm at popular Sunset Blvd hot spot Boulevard 3. Shine is one of the most anticipated events as it marks the end of the Hollywood Carnival Weekend Experience. This event features a wide range of entertainment that’s sure to keep attendees dancing, drinking, and enjoying the amazing vibes right until the end.
Bringing the vibes of the Caribbean to the streets of Hollywood for one magical weekend, revelers are encouraged to purchase full weekend passes at https://www.universe.com/events/hollywood-carnival-festival-pass-2017-tickets-VMC9BK as they represent a significant savings than buying each event ticket separately. For a true taste of the worldwide Carnival spirit, the Hollywood Carnival bring the sounds, tastes, and vibes of the islands to LA. Join the festival at https://www.hollywoodcarnival.com/.
Wolof Times, here with Sultry and conscious Reggae artist JAH9, was honored to be a part of the 31st UCLA Jazz & Reggae Festival with its eclectic mix of Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B and Reggae. There was great attendance this year of not just students but the city of Los Angeles as this festival has become a city event, in its 31st year. Fans can rejoice in hearing student-picked artists of various musical genres, as well as enjoy local and international food via the vendors.
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The Essence Festival, known as “the party with a purpose”, is an annual music festival which started in 1994 as a one-time event to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Essence, a magazine aimed primarily towards African-American women. It is the largest event celebrating African-American culture and music in the United States. Locally referred to as the Essence Fest, it has been held in New Orleans, Louisiana every year since 1994 except for 2006, when it was held in Houston, Texas due to Hurricane Katrina. It also held in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal in 2016. It features artists simultaneously performing on a main stage as well as four standing-room only superlounge stages.
You may buy tickets here:
http://www.essence.com/festival/tickets
In honor of the festival’s 31st anniversary, JazzReggae Fest is celebrating three decades of good vibes, jammin’ music, and cultural enrichment with a one-day festival under the Los Angeles sun. From the festival’s humble beginnings in 1986, it has continued to grow and develop while forging connections between UCLA and the broader Los Angeles community. In keeping with the successful model set last year, Jazz Reggae Fest is sticking to its roots, presenting headliners from the genres of jazz and reggae accompanied by a curated selection of talented student bands. In addition to the early festival elements of jazz, reggae, and a grassy venue, live art, and food and craft vendor elements are also offered.
You may purchase tickets here:
www1.ticketmaster.com/event/0B005299B62A8229
Music, Art, Yoga, Dance, Camping & more on Memorial Day Weekend. Lightning in a Bottle (LIB) is a transformational festival in the Central Coast region of California presented by The Do LaB. The Do LaB seeks to promote sustainability, social cohesion, personal health, and creative expression. They have also contributed art installations to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California.
You may obtain more and purchase tickets here: http://www.lightninginabottle.org
Jamaica’s Premier Summer Reggae Festival is coming up July 16-22, 2017. View lineup and buy tickets here:
This Internationally-renowned Festival is a classic and was a success as usual. Reggae Fans flocked from around the globe to hear old and new school reggae from Beenieman to Alkaline, as well as enjoy Ital food from the dozen vendors. This festival is authentic as it appeals to the local masses, and therefore gives foreign Reggae Fans the “Real Jamaica Experience”.
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Dell-P is a Conscious Rapper from Philadelphia. His latest album “4 DA ART” contains all of the elements Real Hip Hop lovers have been yearning for: That Conscious Neo Soul Sound punctuated with positive, uplifting and well-thought-out verses, Historical Black Speech interjections, Black Love ballads, vivid descriptions of Black struggle, inner-city dwellings and situations, as well as collaborations with Dope Female MCs. The type of music you want to inspire your own children or the next generation in these crucial times, see post-Obama era.
Philly’s Breakthrough Artist Of The Year Dell-P has definitely come back to defend his crown at his peak. 4 DA ART is a testament of hard work, perseverance and lyrical virtuosity. Support this album as it is much needed in these trying times we are facing. We hope that you enjoy it and spread the word about one of Philadelphia’s top MCs. It is time to expose our youth and the world to this type of message. Dell-P is proof that Hip Hop Still Lives!!! Be sure to follow Dell-P on IG & TWITTER @DELLP215.
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The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival goes down April 28th – 30th and May 4th – 7th. The festival annually celebrates the unique culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana, alongside unforgettable performances by nationally and internationally renowned guest artists. With twelve stages and over 500 bands performing virtually every style of music, Jazz Fest presents one of the entertainment world’s most diverse music lineups. Hundreds of thousands of fans annually flock to the New Orleans Fair Grounds Race Course for Jazz Fest, which has been called America’s best festival.
You may purchase tickets here:
http://www.nojazzfest.com/tickets/
LINEUP
Aaron Neville
Alabama Shakes
Amos Lee
Anders Osborne
Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles Mardi Gras Indians
Big Freedia
Big Sam’s Funky Nation
Blues Traveler
Bonerama
Buddy Guy
Corinne Bailey Rae
Cowboy Mouth
Cyril Neville & SwampFunk
Darius Rucker
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds
Dawes
Dr. John
Earth Wind & Fire
Elle King
Ellis Marsalis
Galactic
George Benson
Harry Connick Jr.
Honey Island Swamp Band
Hot 8 Brass Band
Irma Thomas
Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk
JohnnySwim
Jon Batiste and Stay Human
Jon Cleary
Jonny Lang
Judith Owen & Krewe de Jude
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
Kermit Ruffins & the Barbeque Swingers
Kings of Leon
Lake Street Dive
Leon Bridges
Lorde
Marcia Ball
Margo Price
Maroon 5
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
Meghan Trainor
NAS with The Soul Rebels
Patti LaBelle
Pitbull
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Rebirth Brass Band
Rhiannon Giddens
Snoop Dogg
Sonny Landreth
Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes
Stevie Wonder
Tab Benoit
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band
The Lone Bellow
The Mavericks
The Meters
The Revivalists
The Travelin’ McCourys
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Tower of Power
Trey Anastasio Band
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
Usher with The Roots
Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters
Widespread Panic
Wilco
“A Touch of Africa in Santa Cruz“, an event which will take place June 15th-18th, 2017, featuring world-class dance & music teachers as well as artists from Africa and the Diaspora representing their cultures through dance, drumming and music performance. The event will offer a total of 35 workshops, performances, food, arts & crafts, educational lectures and panel discussions.
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There will also be musical and dance performances by Sambada (Afro-Brazilian Funk & Dance music) and Pascal Bokar (Afro-Jazz) respectively on Saturday June 17th & Sunday June 18th.
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Kenya won the Los Angeles Marathon for the second time in three years, with Elisha Barno and Hellen Jepkurgat respectively placing first in the men’s and women’s events in two hours, 11 minutes and 52 seconds and two hours, 34 minutes and 23 seconds. Barno defeated three Kenyan countrymen: 2015 winner Daniel Limo, Willy Koitile and 2016 Los Angeles Marathon champion Weldon.
I was fortunate to participate in this Marathon, both as a runner and a reporter, for the second time since 2015 and beating my previous time by 16 minutes. This Marathon allows me to rediscover by running foot the beautiful city of Los Angeles and iconic surrounding areas: Pasadena, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Brentwood, before finally crossing the Finish Line on scenic Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica.
Bunaama Diagne is an Editor/Reporter for Wolof Times.
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Dandha’s Afro Brazilian Dance classes are an invitation to explore the rich world of Afro-Brazilian Dance traditions with a gifted and dedicated teacher. Her classes focus on folkloric and Orixa-inspired dance, Samba Afro, and samba reggae, as well as other Brazilian dance styles and feature live drumming by talented local musicians. Dandha’s classes welcome students of all levels and backgrounds – everyone will find challenge and inspiration in her dancing and teaching!
Class is on Saturday March 18th, 2017, 2PM at:
Your Neighborhood Studio – When in Doubt, Dance
3625 Hayden Ave, Culver City, California 90232
Born and raised in Salvador, Bahia, Dandha Da Hora has been a member of Ilê Aiyê, one of Brazil’s most important musical and cultural institutions, since she was 6 years old. In her teaching, as well as in her performances, Dandha invokes the incredible spirit of Salvaldor, Bahia, Brazil and of Ilê Aiyê. A master dancer and dance teacher, as well as vocalist and percussionist, Dandha honors the incredible gifts of her culture every time she performs. As a lead dancer with Ilê Aiyê and one of the lead vocalists of music group SambaDá (based in Santa Cruz, CA), Dandha has shared the stage with Brazilian stars such as Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil and Daniela Mercury.
Established in 1986, the LA Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the country with more than 25000 participants. The race starts at the legendary Dodgers Stadium near Downtown LA and ends near the beach in Santa Monica. You may register for the race online: http://www.lamarathon.com/participant-info/registration
Registration fees go to charity for non-profit organizations.
February 9th 2017 marked the 25th anniversary of the Pan African Film Festival which took place in Los Angeles, CA during Black History Month. This Festival is a great asset for aspiring and renowned filmmakers from Africa & The Diaspora, as it helps promote their work and also enables them to network worldwide. PAFF’s Executive Director Ayuko Babu also serves as a permanent member of the jury of the annual Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.
Opening Night at the Director’s Guild of America in West Hollywood, showcased Nick Cannon’s latest movie “King of The Dancehall” filmed in the US & Jamaica. Pillars of the Black Film industry Danny Glover and Alfre Woodard were in attendance and were honored for their tremendous contributions to the movie industry in general. Actress Alfre Woodard was also featured as a guest of honor in a live 120 minute conversation where she discussed her legacy and work as one of the most prominent African-American actresses on TV and Film.
The Festival incorporates Art and Fashion work and vendors in the Mall setting of
Baldwin-Hills Crenshaw Plaza.
A highlight of the festival would be the showing of Kemtiyu, documentary on the life and work of Egyptologist Cheikh Anta Diop. Cheikh Anta Diop was instrumental in providing scientific and linguistic proof that the original Egyptians were Black and culturally connected to the rest of Black Africa. The documentary makes mention of my father Pathe Diagne who invited his colleague Cheikh Anta to speak on these issues at his symposium in 1986 at the University of Dakar now named Cheikh Anta Diop University. Another highlight is “Everything But A Man” relation the romantic involvement of a professional African-American woman (Monica Calhoun) and an illegal Haitian immigrant (Jimmy Jean Louis); funny yet bringing to light love despite cultural differences. Closing Night featured a documentary on the enigmatic and reserved Saxophonist John Coltrane “Chasing Trane”, much to the delight of the elders of the local community.
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