CHUKKI STARR: http://myspace.com/chukkistarr
Born in Harlesden, London, Tito Williamson aka Chukki Starr, started out as a deejay – then under the name Chukki Brown – for his own formed Echo Tone Hi Fi soundsystem in the Stone Bridge Community. His debut recording “Goodas Gal” was produced by Stonehead of the Uk-based ‘Volcano’ Sound. After joining his family in Jamaica he voiced some specials in Jamaica. In 1993/1994 Chukki Starr returned to the UK, teamed up with Gussie P. of “Fashion Records”. He released a series of hits including “Career Time”, “Evilous System”, Who Dem Fi Rate” and Almighty Father’. Back in Jamaica Chukki Starr performed in Western Kingston on the sound system circuit. These activities were followed by sessions for several top producers. He recorded a couple of tunes for Bobby ‘Digital’ Dixon and African Star and voiced lots of specials for several Jamaican sounds. From that time on he built up a special relationship with Bobby Digital as well as African Star.

By 1997 Chukki Starr was considered to be one of UK’s top deejays, also due to the considerable success of his own Makiel label release, “Forever I Shall Praise”, and the combination hit with Aisha, “Hard Times”. It was his association with Ariwa’s Mad Professor that led to the release of his highly acclaimed debut album, “Ghetto Youths Livity”. Lyrically Chukki Starr always concentrates on conscious themes.

Chukki will on tour celebrating the release of his newest album “Most Wanted” and will be backed by Californias Irie Sound.

BLESSED COAST: http://myspace.com/blessedcoastsoundsystem
BLESSED COAST SOUND is a sound system born on Park Ave in Sonoma CA when Lionize and Ryan- I were born across the street from each other in 1981. Ryan-I’s mother bought him his first Sizzla Cd for his 15th birthday and there was no looking back from there. In 2001 Ryan-I left California for Seattle and eventually Bellingham where he linked with Triple Crown from Kalamazoo MI. The 2 soon made the Callaloo the home for Blessed Coast reggae music in the Northwest. While this was taking place Lionize had linked with Jack Riddim ( I Dwell Records) and Selector I-Life to begin making a name for the Blessed Coast in the Bay Area and Los Angeles. With links in SANTA CRUZ, SAN FRANCISCO, OAKLAND and LOS ANGELES as well as bredren doing works in SEATTLE and BELLINGHAM, Blessed Coast is quickly making a name for themselves up and down the West Coast as one of the premier reggae sound systems. WE CREATE STRICTLY the highest grade of everything from roots, dub, to brand new culture, dancehall and Hip Hop Mashups.

IRIE SOUNDS (CA): http://myspace.com/iriesounds
With branches in Kingston, Jamaica and Northern California, Irie Sounds is truly an international label and soundsystem. Originally founded by producer Dr. Suess in 2004, the label now has a solid body of work in a short time. in 2006. Dr Suess produced the Lead the Way riddim, featuring Ras Attitude, General Smiley, Rocker T, Binghi Ghost, Madi Simmons, Badda Skat, Jahshua and many more. Rocker T’s “For all My Life” and Ras Attitude’s “Lead The Way” were very successful, making appearances on mixtapes around the US

DJ COLLAGE: http://myspace.com/djcollage
Since early 2002, the raggamuffin voice of Mr. Chatman has been a rising sound within the global music community worldwide. His vocal performances have been featured on top releases by artists such as: Dehli2Dublin, Ghislain Poirier, Machinedrum, Filastine, & several others. And as a live performer, he has performed alongside many top names in the reggae world such as: Yellowman, Collie Buddz, Sly & Robbie, Mad Professor and many more. With his recording collaborations and performances, he has been able to bridge the sounds of reggae dancehall to various forms of music such as Dubstep, Electronica, Hip-Hop & Bhangra. Mr Chatman can also be found found performing at sessions such as San Francisco’s monthly events-Non Stop Bhangra, Dub Mission, Grime City and his Seattle based Monday night reggae party-Jam Jam.

MATEO MBLEM: http://myspace.com/mateomblem
Most fans would compare Mateo Mblem’s musical sound to classic southern soul, 2-step, dancehall and roots music, while the lyrical content entails a deep-rooted conscious sound. With a righteous tongue, Mateo Mblem embellishes on current events affecting our world today and voices a range of opinions on religion, racism, socialism and politics. Mateo Mblem was born and raised in the slums of Newark, N.J. where statistics have proven that if you’re still alive and of ‘drinking’ age, you deserve that drink! Mateo Mblem was fathered by The Tip Tops’ sound of ‘Smitty’ (father/bass player) and other band members, with roots in Soul/R n B and Blues of the 70’s. Naturally Mateo Mblem developed an ear for music at an early age by growing up in a home surrounded by blaring soul music sounds from Bob Marley to Prince and the soulful ambience of the likes of Barry White.
Mateo Mblem has performed at countless venues and events in Europe which accidentally catapulted his star status. These performances occurred during a time that proved to be one of his darker periods while serving a military term overseas. However, his struggle inspired the sounds we hear today. From Germany to Spain, Mateo Mblem rampaged the streets and stages promoting good vibes and peace on a global scale.

UMAMI: http://myspace.com/518503501
Umami is a diverse collection of musicians and personalities, styles and flavors. Drawing members from local groups such as Proceed and the Jovon Miller Ensemble, UMAMI creates a sound that is as accesible as it is unique. By using the sounds of deep basslines, slinky and sneaky guitar, snappy and soulful horns, and massive percussion, UMAMI strive to make all who hear it at least tap a foot-if not shake an ass. Founded in late 2009, this is a new, fresh group of fine young men ready to show Bellingham a sound they have been waiting to hear.
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