Posted By: Editor: C. Harrison

Posted By: Editor: C. Harrison/ 6/25/2024

BUJU IS COMING

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TO NEW YORK UBS ARENA GET READY

“LONG WALK TO FREEDOM“

FROM THE RUFF-N-UNIQUE STREETS OF HARLEM TO THE PEAKSKILLS OF HOLLYWOOD, RG GRAHAM’S ENRG ENT. EMERGED WITH A RUNAWAY MOVIE HIT “BOATYARD”

By: Editor C. Harrison | Sunday, June 2, 2024, via 5/22 | 4:39 PM

New York, NY… The recent horror film “Boatyard,” is the latest RG Graham’s creation and thus far, is a runaway hit. He is also the CEO and owner of ENRG Entertainment, “Boatyard’s” parent company. He is the writer of the hit movie and one half of movie’s Executive Producers, who play the role of Dr. Griffin. At the end of the day, he is the delighted Parent. Not a pushover, Graham moreover is a successful entrepreneurial venturer who happens to own and operate several other successful businesses.

In a recent phone interview with me…the innovative and visionary artisan spoke with me regarding his horror trope and voiced is praised for Dale Stelly, the movie’s Co-Executive Producer and Director, who also played the role of Loe in the movie, accordingly.

Homing in on the movie’s momentum we jumped into the issues of ‘Content’ and its importance. “There is a war going on in the Movie Industry, with several con. What do they all need, ‘contents.’ I am a businessman, there is a war going on out there for contents and I got a bite. My advance for selling my movie is $3 to $6 thousand dollars,” Graham explained.

In addition, Graham ring the bell further stating, “I will stream my movie contents myself. I am doing it for my generation behind me. I made the movie “Boatyard,” because I own a yacht. I did my movie during the movie strike. And I am a commercial for California. I don’t compare myself to other film makers. Histem, said be smart and stupid at the same time, your subjectivity will change as you get older,” Graham adhered to. “Horror films he said, are the highest grossing cult following.”

Furthermore, RG Graham, expertly explained that because has a writer, he wrote the script and they put it out there, he could not believe who was answering to it. “The script was an A-list of actors and actress. It was not for the pay. I pay crap. In making the movie and seeing how it came alive…it passes my expectations and the cast working so hard it felt great. The cast made me see her and feel everything,” he commented with delight.

More to the point, Graham, was moved by the fact that Stelly, gave “1000%,” he said and did a fine job directing the crew, himself and kept the movie on schedule, which surpasses the challenges. He said, “It takes lemons to make lemonade,” “Beyond belief it turned out.” “I enjoyed the story. I wanted to make something that hold people’s attention,” he said. “Speaking of how the movies move to keep audience attention, I didn’t want it to be about my talent. Every movie I make is a remake of one another. Everything is already out there…the little crabs. There will be a “Boatyard,” 4,5, 6 and 7. We are doing two in 2024, in forthcoming,” Graham conceded.

“We have a fine marketing department. Me, being independent, being a good boy, I had a budget, sufficiently enough to market the movie from its inception. I used the prop-on and use them well. My brand went over $100,000, fully cloth,” Graham said.

“I am more of a believer in it. I will take a guarantee over a promise.” “I never graduated from a school, but I was able to buy my mom, three houses, cars, etc before she died.” “I am guaranteed fruits if, I plant something.” “There is nothing like contents, anything and everything is contents,” according to the Producer.

“I’ve been divorced four times. I hope it parole to someone and everyone that is affected negatively.” “They’re jumping out the windows. I am doing better than you.” “I don’t have to move because of other people’s loyalty.” “My loyalty, belongs to my company.” “Everything is a cause and effect,” he stated.

Elated, Graham said that seeing his movie on Billboard, was amazing. “I jumped in the car to see my Billboard, blew my mind when I saw it in Time Square.” It’s just the beginning. just warming up,” Graham quipped Getting to Hollywood, Graham said, he took Fountain Boulevard, a street in Los Angeles.

Graham further pointed out that the movie is unique in itself and unique in its cast members, which included LGBT, Whites, Blacks, and Guyanese, comforted in the California, Mariena Del Ray.

RG Graham, wits and business acumens in the movie and entrepreneurial landscape took root while he was a curious youngster. As a youngster he would frequent the Apollo Theatre and later-on in life realized the importance of his visits.” I went every Thursday, even though i would have rather stayed home riding my bike.” “The best part of going to the Apollo, was to see what they did behind the curtains and the setup crews.” “I realized the magic of set ups; of doing something you don’t even see yet. The magic of what they do to make the show happen.” “I was able to see that way, the tone, the vibration and the different perspectives on the job.” Graham said gratefully. Graham is a product of New York City, Harlem, born and bred. He is a scholar of the New Jersey School System, because his family thought it was safer.

Graham first venture was into the genre of R&B and Reggae Music. He worked with the likes of Shabba Ranks and Elephant Man, among others. “I made a bunch of money. I had an all-access pass. I found the equipment’s and then fine people to do the work.” “I told myself if I want to learn it, I might as well earn from it.” “I did not totally leave the Music Industry. I managed it from 1996-2006,” he confirmed.

His colliding spirit for adventurous pulls for business advancements, brought him to the doors of nonprofit outfits, for which he owns a 501-3c just for tax purposes.” “I am not going to do anything unless it’s helpful.” he said. “The ENLGDT Community Net LGBT, I put my company under that. I have a publication also, which is a for profit, ‘Community Net Foundation,’ basically, we don’t care if you are gay or not, it’s the only place equality lives, and is doing something for all,” he said.

Graham’s other business is in the Home Building Market. he said that he did it because he wanted his own house. “I bought three lots out of five lots, found out how much the house and lot cost and then use my subcontractors to build it, with the materials I bought.” ” I did not leave that industry either, I still have a couple of houses being built right now,” he sprouted earnestly.

Also, a lover of cars he saw the true meaning of it and use it to furnish another business. “I like cars and buy them at whole sales prices and sell them at retail.” “Yes, I made a huge success from 2011. I also been in the crypto currency and got rich during the pandemic because of oil prices that went down to zero. I bought in and got rich.” “The number one cause of death is life, and the number one cause of divorce is marriage,” proclaimed the visionary Producer.

The Producer’s next film will be his directorial debut and he will be its writer. The movie will be called “Origin,” starring Morris Chestnut. They are in production with the third, “Best Game Is No Game at All.” “I love to hear people’s perspectives and inputs but, don’t tell me this or that is better.” “I do films because I want the 52+48%.” “If, someone tells you to go north, you will end up west.” “For example, because Chad is the owner of the Boat, he is the king of the world. I am too. It didn’t work out with Chad, and sometimes it didn’t work out with me,” said Graham

“Boatyard,” made history and RG Graham, sprinted to the front of the line with his brand, ENRG Entertainment. He debuted on the world’s stage and humbly depicted himself as a driving force without the “Boatyard.” Rightfully so, because he has the where-it-all of success, in all of his businesses. He said, “Everyone is a driving force. I am a driving force because I made a movie. The “Boatyard,” will be here long after me, it’s history. It’s a matter of facts.”

In caping off the interview, the well verse entrepreneur conceded that he and ENRG Ent. had a wonderful time making the “Boatyard.” “We are the driving force in the industry to be determine by the viewers,” Graham said.

We encourage all to go see the movie. it is excellent.

THE 2024 EFFECT

By: Editor C. Harrison | June 2, 2024 | 2:01PM

New York, NY… Rasta Progrez, in 2024, is riding in his element and these days he seems to be everywhere. Haven’t lost his ethical spue and integrity, they’re seemly sustained to genuinely inspire, lending them to his humbling demeanor…in his promotional interviews and dealing with his fans. His humility his infectious.

The historical prominence of 2024, will be a witness to the visionary artist, has he grappled with an avalanche of newbie releases, including videos, which culminates community. Here inline, the interview inquiry with the artist, by this editor into the uptick about his music in 2024.

Our last interval regarded Rasta Progrez’s three released songs “Light UP” “24/7” and “The World Needs Love,” the pending song at the time was “Savior,” which is now released with a video in toe. A song the artist is enjoying, success with heavy rotations, promotions and manage to silence his critics with performances throughout December 2023 into 2024.

“I always wanted to do a gospel song. “Savior” came about when one of my cousin’s, wanted to do a dancehall song about a girl. Upon arriving at the studio to record the song, I just didn’t feel it. So, my engineer suggested we do the gospel song we always wanted to do. thus, “Savior” was born,” according to the prolific singer. “I have done promotions on it in Jamaica, England, here in the States and in Africa. I could do more promos on it, it is a well love song,” said the artist.

Riding the waves of his musical journey and more recognition by his peers, Rasta Progrez, performed at the Bronx Compound, with colleagues: Graig ‘Serani’ Marsh aka ‘Serani’ and Roy Thompson aka Bugle, Dec 8, 2023. Again, he was called to Brooklyn where he worked at the Belly Full Restaurant, alongside Anthony Martin aka ‘Lutan Fyah’, ‘Sha-neil,’ Andre Watson aka ‘Teflon’ Young King, Dec 11, 2023. Twice, he performed at the famed Amazura Night Club, Queene; where he shared the stage with Windel Beneto Edwards aka Gyptain, Greg Nasbeth, Richell Bonner aka Riche Spice, Norman ‘Notch’ Howell and Horce ‘Edley Shine’ Payne aka Yaadcore and Duane Stevenson.

Turning the kaleidoscope to the splash of moment, ‘Reggae Gold 18 Carot, Reggae Label,’ which release the above songs “Light Up”, “24/7” feathering the hit song “The World Needs Love,” written by Alex Taffe and Rasta Progrez, produced by Taffe, garnered explanation. Enthused, Rasta Progrez, confided that the hit song was created out of a situation.

“We had a situation where he (Taffe), was upset with me. I called and he wouldn’t answer. He was not answering none of my calls. Thereafter, we spoke, and I calmed him down and we did a dubplate for Super Force, who gave me the rhythm and I used that rhythm…which is a Jammy’s sound. Thus, the creation and birth of the song, envisioned out of a disagreement,” explained Rasta Progrez.

“Moreover, if, we did not put our differences aside the song wouldn’t have come to light. Singing about the world needing love, I was not trying to prove anything. It was released early January 2024. So far, everybody loves and gravitates to it. “I want to do some heavy rotations for it in Jamaica and in Africa, ” sprouted the singer. Which, of course he did recently. And is showcasing more videos for it around the U.S. tri-state areas… community unity.

“I work with two engineers and two producers, whom are producers in themselves… Merrick Shaw, Connecticut U.S. and Alex Taffe, in Jamaica. I mainly work with them. Other producers are random,” conceded the roots reggae singer.

In addition, Rasta Progrez further proclaimed that he will always be recording, ” I have a song on the back burner called “Hay.” “I have a few more songs but “hay” is significant,” he voiced.

I “I have come a long way. I am still learning and working harder. If, I had the chance to go back and advice myself, I would make sure that I tell myself to record on the proper production equipment and not use cheap stuff and furthermore make sure I also take music lessons and business lessons, so that I could do more by myself,” finished the versatile singer.

BANTON’S ‘LONG WALK TO FREEDOM” CONCERT TAKES CENTER STAGE AT THE UBS ARENA JULY 13 AND 14 2024!

By: Editor C. Harrison | June 1, 2024 | 5:44PM

New York, NY… Remember I told you to save the date well, that date is here. A 15-year hiatus and people were mourning, everyone wanted Buju back. So, it was fitting when the alarm bell sounded and we were told that Buju, will be coming back to the Stage of, not only the United States, but to the world, redemption resonated, and the people was happy again. Jah never leaves his sons behind.

July 13 is the stellar date for the comeback of Buju to the United States and for a long await concert. “The Long Walk to Freedom,” in what is called the fasted tickets ever sold…the tickets went on sale yesterday May 31, 2024, and is already sold out thus, Sunday, July 14th was added to the schedule. Get ready put on your Game face because you are in for a treat…Buju never disappoint his fans. Money well spent. Taylor Swift has nothing on this God bless Rastaman.

The Grammy award-winning artist and philanthropist will be front and center at the UBS Arena, with his Shiloh Band in New York, Queens. The Long Walk to Freedom Tour will be as follows:

Tour: Countries/Cities

New York UBS Arena July 13 and 14 –Amsterdam, Netherland –Atlanta, GA — Berlin, Germany –Boston, MA — Charlotte, NC — Chicago, IL — Cologne, Germany –Columba, OH –Dallas, TX– Denver, CO –Detroit, MI –Houston, TX –Las Vegas, NV — London, United Kingdom — Los Angeles, CA — Miami, FL — Newark, NJ — Orlando, FL — Paris, France — Philadelphia, PA — San Francisco, CA — Seattle WA — Toronto, ON — Vancouver, BC –Washington, D.C.

By: Editor C. Harrison | June 1, 2024 | 3:22PM

New York, NY… It was his strategic transformation on the world stage in 2012, where he came Divine and thrust himself into the music scene with his first debut hit “What My Heart Don’t See My Heart Don’t Leap,” quickly dominated airplay nationally, internationally and became a fan favorite. Wade Anthony Douglas, stage legal…Rasta BlacSpade, arrived and tasted his first recorded song in the United States, reaching Kilimanjaro.

Recently, I reminisced with a humble Rasta BlacSpade, about his current released “Jah Jah Lives” and how it came to fruition.

According to the demure artist, the inception of “Jah Jah Lives,” came about while he was sitting around reminiscing one day thinking about (Rasta Live}. The uptick of that who is the ‘Creator,’ thus the inspiration for the song. Thereafter, the idea for the song would resurface again, this time at the studio questing for a new hit song. An example, of his focused words in the song and on the Creator, the lyrical line ‘Tell the youths to stop putting needles in their veins and call on Jah,’ speaks volume.

Decisively, Rasta BlacSpade inserted that he wants the youths to take away the positive words and upliftment. “We want them to be like us in society…to be great,” he said. “The song is basically for everybody not for a special group,” he noted further.

When asked if he felt that music artist, must still consciously push this kind of message to young people today, more so than yesterday.? He asserted that the message is still the same and that it’s only generational changes.

To explain his musical style apart from his colleagues on his label Thug Chemist Muzik Label, he invoked his answers this way, “My style is different from others on the Label’s style. My sound is different from theirs also. My energy is always up…a fire energy,” Rasta BlacSpade said. In addition, the music mantra moreover conceded that his music is a variety consisting of Lovers Roak Reggae, Roots Reggae and Dancehall Reggae. “Jah Jah Lives” and “Be Like The Sea,” videos are done and out on YouTube.

In engaging his fans, the music maker said this, “It’s a joyful moment performing for my fans. It’s a musical high energy. It makes you ready for any moment. importantly, it’s never a bad time to cater to the fans.”

Conversely, he also revealed that promotionally wise, the song is doing well and that he is getting good feedback. The song is doing well in Jamaica, Africa, Europe, and in various other countries online. “Music is always my calling weather I am up or sleeping. I would tell young musical talents to be patience, don’t give up on your dream. The sky is the limit. I have no limitations. Work hard and keep positive. Keep giving support. I always appreciate it. Unity for one and all. Love over all things,” stated Rasta BlacSpade.

In keeping up with social media tabs the inclusive artist, has garner his share of the pie and climbing

Lamenting on his auto-mechanic business, the prolific song writer emphasized, “My auto-business is different from my music. So no, it doesn’t help me there. My clients don’t know me like that. Only a few people may know me from online. My music is also different from my work. I am not a talker. I wait for my moment. I don’t like to be seen all the time.” He finished gracefully.