EVALUATING 2009 (5)

Dubroom Online, Edition December 6 2009

"EVALUATING 2009 (5)" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 6 2009 - In 2009, the Dubroom lost an enormous amount of information and historical data when the Messageboards went off-line, one day in February.

When it took more than a technical outage would explain, I had to find out just what was the matter.

I discovered stories which told how the CEO of the hosting company had fled his country because of some mortgage-fraud issues (Click on picture to read more).

It was clear that everything that had ever been posted on the boards would go into the memory hole of Cyberspace and I had to find a new home for the Dubroom Message Boards.

More Tomorrow...

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

E-DEE - REVOLUTION (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 6 2009 - One of the nice things in Reggae Music is the fact that Riddims can be used universally, throughout times and places, and they will always be contemporary. When E-Dee calls for Revolution in this massive January 8, 2008 release.

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MIKEY DREAD - INDUSTRIAL SPY (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Starting with a couple of his legendary radio jingles from the time he became the first Reggae radio DJ in Jamaica, Industrial Spy is filled with sound effects as a more than crucial Dub is playing in not just the background.

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ROCKERS ROADSHOW WITH MIKEY DREAD (FROM THE DUBROOM MESSAGE BOARDS)

WWW, December 2009 - Mikey Dread's involvement with now classic Reggae Video's previously aired on UK TV did not limit itself to the magnificent "Deep Roots" series. "Rockers Roadshow" is another one, and it's about to come out on DVD. Check out some video's on the Dubroom Message Boards.

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EVALUATING 2009 (4)

Dubroom Online, Edition December 5 2009

"EVALUATING 2009 (4)" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 5 2009 - Musically, I haven't produced much this year. Even though 2009 started with a mini Dub album and I've released a couple of singles as well, it was below average.

However, that wasn't all music coming out of Dubroom Star Selections, even though the year was kind of dry when it comes to our own productions.

In 2009, Dubroom's Net Label did release Heartical's second album "DUB Remnant", a few months after his début album "Operation Emancipation".

Heartical himself is continuing his works in his studio, the music will only be released when he is more or less satisfied with the result.

Which, by the way, also counts for me.

More tomorrow...

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

OSSIE DELLIMORE AND EASY ALL-STARS - TIME HAS COME (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 5 2009 - Ossie Dellimore is one of America's most conscious Roots Rock Reggae singers, as he showed on his release "Freedom's Journal". He here rides the riddim played by the (also) US based Easy Stars All-Stars band, and the result is crucial!

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MIKEY DREAD - ROOTS AND CULTURE (DISCOMIX) (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Toasting, singing and singjay style is combined with majestic horns in the beautifull Dub during the second part of this Discomix, courtesy Mikey Dread At The Controls!

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GREEN PASTURES (MESSIAN DREAD PERSONAL UPDATE)

WWW, November/December 2009 - It's been quite a while since I've found the time to write a personal update to those interested in my runnings. In that time, my life has settled more and even though I'm not there yet: it's time for an update!

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GREEN PASTURES - MESSIAN DREAD PERSONAL UPDATE DECEMBER 5 2009

GREEN PASTURES
MESSIAN DREAD PERSONAL UPDATE DECEMBER 5 2009

WWW, November/December 2009 - It's been quite a while since I've found the time to write a personal update to those interested in my runnings. In that time, my life has settled more and even though I'm not there yet: it's time for an update!

In my previous update I shared a bit about the fact that it is absolutely necessary to trust in the Most High at all times, and not in our own sight (or sound). After having been kind of homeless (not: houseless) for two years in which I had to travel up and down to another continent as my home basically was scattered over two continents, my house is my home again.

To the fullness!

It's not just, that I'm really grateful to not have to go to Amsterdam Airport again to fly away for a month or so, only to come back in order to prepare for my next flight. That reason in itself is causing a lot of joy and relief in my soul, obviously, as it's really not desirable to be a dread "from Amsterdam" and deal with customs and immigration officers all the time. On top of that, saying goodbye to your loved ones all the time, as they're kind of scattered over two continents and therefore you'll always leave somebody behind, does take a toll on your soul.

Not anymore, though!

The last time I went to Amsterdam Airport wasn't to take the plane anymore, I went straight to arrivals and took the car back to where I live, if you know what I mean here... Of course, a lot of things needed to be done after that which also took a lot of energy, but it was definitely not as energy-taking as the period before that.

In the meantime, I've definitely landed in what the 23rd Psalm describes as "Green Pastures". There's something to say about these pastures, though. For it is so, that indeed Jah is my Shepherd, I Shall Not Want, for He Makes Me To Lay Down in the green pastures. In the abundance of food, there is no need for me to use that food. This is how Jah satisfies my soul at this moment.

In August I was blessed to acquire access to a very large collection of free and legal MP3 files which I can link to straight from the Dubroom. It was clear, that Jah had provided this, also to make me lay down in the green pastures. At this moment I've written all the MP3 reviews for December, wrote most of the columns for the same month too, and as it looks now this will give me a time in which I can really lay my head and rest for a while.

I thank the Lord God Jah for everything He does in my life, I did nothing to deserve it but still He is my Shepherd and I shall not want, because I have.

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread

EVALUATING 2009 (3)

Dubroom Online, Edition December 4 2009

"EVALUATING 2009 (3)" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 4 2009 - The Dubroom Artist Pages -at this moment there are 85- form a brand new section of the Dubroom website, with a lot of potential.

In a way, the pages are all little websites livicated to specific artists. You'll find -of course- the links to the Dubroom reviews of the specific artists, but also biographies, press photo's and other things can be put on the mini-sites.

Given the fact that there are currently 85 artists represented, it could not only be a start of an easy way to find just what the Dubroom has reviewed of a specific artist, but in the end everything can grow out to an interesting source of information.

More tomorrow...

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

DEEP ROOTS - NARRATED BY MIKEY DREAD (REGGAE VIDEO DOCUMENTARY)

WWW, December 2009 - Because it's Mikey Dread month in the Dubroom, the Reggae Documentary "Deep Roots" narrated by Mikey Dread is featured video. Read the reviews and watch all six parts on the Dubroom Message Boards.

It's one of the best Reggae Video Documentaries!

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FINLEY QUAYE - FOR MY CHILDREN'S LOVE (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 4 2009 - The name might not be familiar, but Finley Quaye knows how to ride a Roots Reggae riddim, especially when it's mixed in just the right way with loads of phasers and other niceness from not forgotten times.

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MIKEY DREAD - CHOOSE ME (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Mikey Dread sings this Righteous Lovers tune straight from his heart into the ears of the woman he wants to convince to stick around him as he does Jah works providing nuff blessings to the people.

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EVALUATING 2009 (2)

Dubroom Online, Edition December 3 2009

"EVALUATING 2009 (2)" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 3 2009 - When this period in my life wherein I had to fly up and down to another continent for two years came to an end around mid July, one relief after the other came down as everything we prayed, hoped and worked for did indeed come to pass.

Of course this has an effect on the Dubroom works, too. I did my utmost best to maintain the site and keep it running throughout that time, but now I'm back in a situation where I will find the time, the rest and all that other stuff you need in order to work on projects.

One such projects is a brand new section in the Dubroom, called the Dubroom Artist Pages. It was a long wish, but I never found the time to actually sit down and create that new section .

More tomorrow...

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

MIKEY DREAD (DUBROOM WEBSITE REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Michael "Dread at the Controls" Campbell left us in March 2008, but his website is still online and can, no, should be visited by everyone interested in Reggae History.

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BITTY MC CLEAN - TRY A LITTLE TENDERNESS (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 3 2009 - He's one of the best in the business when it comes to smooth Reggae and Lovers' Rock. Try A Little Tenderness shows it once again, as Bitty Mc Clean, together with Sly and Robbie lays down some ultra-sweet vibes. Niceness!

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MIKEY DREAD - AFRICAN MAP (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Mikey Dread's toasting and King Tubby's mixing works are a blessed combination which once again comes perfectly out of the speakers when playing "African Map".

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EVALUATING 2009 (1)

Dubroom Online, Edition December 2 2009

"EVALUATING 2009 (1)" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 2 2009 - There is not one word that would describe this last calendar year, both for the Dubroom website as for me, being webmaster and also a person.

Personally I've had some of the most intense times and huge relieves after two years of working on a personal thing which involved flying to and from another continent for a period of time. I will no longer have to do this no more, which is a huge relief.

I would like to share just one experience, in order to illustrate just why it's such a relief.

The last time I flew from Amsterdam and reached my destination, it took me three hours before I could grab my luggage and move out of the airport. Not uncommon for a dread, and when you're "from Amsterdam" there are ones who just love to give you a hard time.

More tomorrow...

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

MIKEY DREAD! (DUBROOM MP3 SPOTLIGHT)

WWW, December 2009 - When he passed away in March 2008, Michael Campbell could look back at the life of one of the hardest promoters of (DUB) Reggae Music. From being the first Reggae Radio DJ on Jamaica to his vocal works to his achievements as a producer, Mikey Dread been there, done that!

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CUTTY RANKS - NO HEART (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2 2009 - As Cutty Ranks rides Fractal Entertainment's Hardcore Riddim, he puts the finger just where it should be put: Babylon has no heart to treat Jah children the way she does. Massive Roots and Culture!

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MIKEY DREAD - BARBER SALOON (DISCOMIX) (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Barber Saloon is a classic track, a must-have in every Reggae collection. Originally, the tune wasn't even scheduled to be released by we can give more than thanks for Mikey Dread for sharing this essential part of more than just his personal musical, impressive legacy.

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WELCOME TO DECEMBER

Dubroom Online, Edition December 1 2009

"WELCOME TO DECEMBER" (WEBMASTER'S COLUMN)

WWW, December 1 2009 - Upfull greetings and welcome to the special month of December 2009, wherein a couple of special things are scheduled.

First of all (those of you who read this on the Dubroom frontpage will see him on your left side), this is the first day of the Mikey Dread special.

Every day, Jah willing, Dubroom Online will feature a free and legal MP3 file, complete with review and download link, from the Dread At The Control. Mikey Dread is also featured artist in the MP3 portal, and featured artist in the section of Dubroom Artist Pages which was started this year.

Which brings us to that other special thing for December, as this is the month in which I traditionally evaluate the last twelve months.

On top of this, we've entered into the last month of the Dubroom Online MP3 Reviews. Doesn't mean that the flow of MP3's is decreasing, though...

This, and much more, Jah Willing, in the coming 30 days.

One Love, Give Thanks,
Messian Dread (Dubroom Webmaster)

The above column is the personal opinnion of the Webmaster and does not neccesarily reflect the contents of the Dubroom Website and/or Message Boards and/or Weblogs.

ITEMS FOR THIS EDITION:

KY-MANI MARLEY - YESTERDAY (DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 1 2009 - He really doesn't need to be (announced as) the-son-of, because Ky-Mani Marley is very well willing and able to lay down some solid Roots and wisdom in the Roots Rock Reggae Tradition. And, by the way, he identifies his Father and you might just be suprised. Just listen as he explains how yesterday it might not have been too late, but that can change in the day we call tomorrow...

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MIKEY DREAD - LOVE THE DREAD (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW) (DUBROOM MP3 REVIEW)

WWW, December 2009 - Mikey Dread's toasting comes out at it's best in this Dread At The Controls production, crucially mixed by King Tubby in his Waterhouse studio. You just must love the Dread At The Controls, yah!

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DUBROOM ONLINE MP3 REVIEWS FOR DECEMBER 2009 (DUBROOM IN-SITE 26)

WWW, November 2009 - Last August 17, the Dubroom started with a brand new daily series of MP3 reviews, all coming with a free and legal direct download link on the review page.

Here's the schedule for the month of December, 2009. It's the last month of this series, but we'll continue with another one.

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