December is 'Appreciation' Month!

...Well that's according to us here at Caribbean Vibes Radio. We're fresh from the Thanksgiving Holiday break and already December, the last degge month of the year is upon us! 2009 is just about here and one can't help but wonder where the all the time went. I find my conversation with God lately has changed from "Please give me..." to , "Thank You...". Trust me, my list of things I NEED is hefty, but so are the things I APPRECIATE. Somehow when I put emphasis on the things I appreciate, all my issues, challenges, fears and anxiety fade in the background and gives room for HIM to do his thing in the foreground. I smile and I am at ease knowing that no matter what, I'm not alone. God still ah run tings. With that in mind, today is a GREAT day. Make yours a GREAT one too!

Music Downloads
"Musical Satisfaction" has added a new espisode coined "Reality" to it's offerings. The show is co-hosted by Lady Dawn and is available for you to listen from the Show Archives Link on Caribbean Vibes Radio. If you enjoy it, it's available on our DOWNLOAD page. While there, cop a copy of Under Pressure, The Island Groove Show, and for music variety check out the HIP-HOP mix and VINTAGE SOCA mix courtesy of DJ Solo. There's something for everyone, so check it out!

Time To Shop
So the holidays are coming and you're thinking about what to get that special man or lady in your life, right? Hey, perhaps you're looking to treat yourself as well, whatever the reason, I suggest you start by adding these Bob Marley specialty candles as either stocking stuffers or a general gift. Click here for more...

Join us for our Anniversary/Holiday/Appreciation party December 19, 2008

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Happy 4-Year Anniversary CVR!

Anniversaries are sometimes wonderful aren't they. It's a great time to reflect, remember, rant and relish good times and appreciate having crossed over the not so good times. November is a very interesting month for me in particular. Both my parents were born in November (Happy Birthday Mom and Dad), I was married in November, later divorced in November (I didn't plan that, trust me...lol). Caribbean Vibes Radio (CVR) was created in November as well! Needless to say, my emotions tend to work overtime in November, as my mind has plenty to wrap around. Many people have come and gone in and out of my life, and have helped to mold me into the woman I am today. Most of all I'm greatful for my journey thus far. I don't need anyone to sing the song, "I'm so special, I'm so special, so special, so special....ooops, got carried away there with that big chune, but nontheless, I am truly blessed. That I am!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY CVR - BIG 4!

I've told the story about the early days of CVR. What I want to do is to mention a few people who have been instrumental in the early days. Big shouts to Susan and Todd of Arious Entertainment. Before CVR launched, i created a survey and shared it with Susan and Todd, who then offered to share and distribute it among their subscribers. Each day for the next couple of weeks, i would receive results of the data from their readers, which accounted for a significant portion of my total responses. Once all my data was compiled, I moved forward to help create CVR, with the help of Reggie and Cleveland, former owners of im4radio. My brother Mark was also helpful in critiquing my press releases and other written data.Paul Mack PauL MacK, formerly DJ Fabulous was great in helping to fuse the music according to my plan. He created the CVR Insominac" club, as listeners in Europe would stay posted to the internet without fail when he delivered "Sizzling Thursdays" and later "Reggae Bring Back Love". Throughout the 4 years, CVR has attracted a brilliant and loyal team. Big ups to DJ Solo in Houston, my Jamaican DJ who specializes in soca and reggaeton,DJ Solo Mr. T-Mann, DJ's former show partner, Ms. IO, one of the best Caribbean entertainment reporters anywhere! Gusma-TDJ Gusma-T, my Italian DJ who plays reggae like he was born in Jamaica, DJ Kut Effeckt, my French DJ who specializes in American hip-hop and R&B, Mr. TM from Trinidad who brings gospel and inspiration in true Caribbean flavor. There are others as well who have trodded with me at some of our events, including my sister - Nikki, Ayeolamy fabulous design team, Diana, Dee and Iesha. There are other special people like Al Twitty, my voice-over guy. Other folks who were generous to write lovely things about CVR, like Chris from the Washington Post, Peppy of Peppy Entertainment and Promotions. Special shouts to one of my favorite Washington, DC area deejays. I know he's prefer I don't mention his name, (he's from Barbados...hint..hint). He introduced me to many people on the local entertainment scene and looked out for a sistah. Thank you my brother...I have mad respect for you. :-) For all those I haven't mentioned, please don't feel no way, I appreciate you, Ziggy you large! All the special listeners for your notes of appreciation and encouragement. I probably would have quit a long time ago, had it not been for you guys listening and sharing what CVR means to you. One Love.

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CVR was selected as Best Local Radio Station in the 'Best of Jamaica in Washington, DC 2008' winner's category.

Happy 4-Year Anniversary CVR!

Anniversaries are most often wonderful, aren't they? It's a great time to reflect, remember, rant and relish the good times and appreciate having crossed over the not-so-good times. The month of November me has proven to be quite interesting over the years for me. My parents were each born in November (Happy Birthday Mom and Dad!), I was married in November. I was later divorced in November (I didn't plan that one, trust me...lol). Caribbean Vibes Radio (CVR) came to life in November as well! Needless to say, my emotions and mind tend to work overtime at this time. There are so may people who have come in and out of my life in this month, which always gives me much to speak about. (To Be Continued)

Jamaican Music Pioneer Byron Lee has Passed

WE HAVE LOST ONE OF THE GREAT SONS OF JAMAICAN MUSIC AND CULTURE WITH THE PASSING OF BYRON LEE – MINISTER GRANGE


The Honourable Olivia “Babsy” Grange, Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports with responsibility for Entertainment, has said that she is deeply saddened by the passing of Jamaican music pioneer and bandleader extraordinaire, Byron Lee, who died this morning.

Minister Grange said that undoubtedly Jamaica has lost another of its “great sons of our music and culture.”

She said that Byron Lee with his band, Byron Lee and the Dragonnaires, played a lead role in taking Jamaican music from the grassroots to the middle and upper echelons of Jamaican society and then to the rest of the world.

Minister Grange pointed to Byron Lee’s versatility in the music industry. “He a musician, bandleader, producer, music studio operator, promoter and the man responsible for Trinidad-style Carnival taking hold in the Jamaican cultural and entertainment landscape.”

Minister Grange, in expressing condolences to his family, friends and associates, said the nation would be eternally grateful for the seminal contribution that Byron Lee made to the development and promotion of Jamaican music.

Byron Lee, already the recipient of the Order of Distinction was conferred with the Order of Jamaica, the fourth highest National Honour, at a specially arranged ceremony on October 26. On that occasion Prime Minister Bruce Golding said that history should record in bold the contribution Byron Lee and the Dragonnaires made to Jamaican music, so great was the impact on the lives of so many people.

The famed bandleader, whom his family described not only as “an excellent musician but a very kind, generous, humble and talented man who was always working to use music to unite persons of all ages, races and people from all walks of life,” succumbed after a “brave battle” with cancer.

He is survived by his wife Sheila, sons Byron and Edward John; daughters Deanna, Judith, Julianne and Danielle as well as grandchildren, Amelia, Alexander, Jessica, Victoria, Amanda, Jaden and Dylan.

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The Black Web Awards Results Are In - Caribbean Vibes Radio Won!!!

The votes are in and Caribbean Vibes Radio has once again been awarded the big WIN for “Best Caribbean Music Site” 2009 by BlackWebAwards.com. The entire team is appreciative for all who took time to cast their VOTES and most of all for continued loyalty since 2004!

There are other Caribbean music sites pounding away the music we love so dearly and for that, we thank you as well!

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