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Assan Njai in town soon

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:47:12 GMT

Friday, November 14, 2008

Assan Njai and his band are currently preparing to storm the Smiling Coast of the Gambia.

The three-day concerts are scheduled to take place at the Jokor Brikama, Paradise Suites Hotel in Kololi, and Jokor West Field on the 28, 29 and 30 of November 2008 respectively.

Organized by King DJ Lamin Cham of the Champion Sound Promotions, the main purpose of the event is to raise funds for the traveling Armed Forces team on their road to Kampala. According to the DJ, many Gambian artists will also perform.

Author: by Sheriff Janko

Senegalese Superstar Titi Storms Banjul Today

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:25:44 GMT

Friday, October 17, 2008

A sub-regional renowned mbalax super-star, Titi, and her star–studded band are currently in the country to stage earth-trembling series of three musical concerts. The three-day musical extravaganza is one of the major musical events packaged to give mbalax music lovers a happy weekend.

Meanwhile, the Brikama Jokor is in a fiesta mood as fans of Titi brace up for the carnivals to be held on 17 October, 2008 at Brikama jokor. The Senegalese mbalax star will also be performing on Saturday 18 October,2008 at Kairaba Jamma Hall. The same concert will be repeated on Sunday at Jokor Westfield respectively.

Briefing Entertainment in a telephone conversation last Tuesday, the president award winning DJ, Lamin Cham, said the Senegalese mbalax star in The Gambia is organized by Champion Sound Productions and proudly sponsored by Africell. The concert is expected to attract a multitude of Titi fans who would be yearning for an enchanting, exciting, titillating weekend experience. Entertainment has also reliably learnt that Titi has already lined up her side for a night of music celebration on a wide-scale.

Source: Picture: Titi

Abdou Gitteh, Fatou Laobe, Others, Due In Banjul This Month

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:20:59 GMT

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Friday, October 17, 2008

Information reaching Entertainment has revealed that other two Senegalese super artists are expected to land on Gambian soil later this month. According to information monitored by Entertainment, the two Senegalese artists Abdou Gitteh and Fatou Laobe will perform live on Friday 24 October, 2008 at the Jokor Garden in Brikama.The concert will continue on Saturday 25October, 2008 at the Paradise Suites Hotel including refreshment. The same concert will be repeated at the Jokor Westfield respectively.

Organized by The Women’s Bureau, Spanish African Women Empowerment project under the banner of His Excellency, The President, in collaboration with 1-media and the Fashion Designers Association.

Source: Pictures: Fatou Laobe(1) and Abdou Gitteh(2)

What on: Mbye Nder comes to Observer

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:11:17 GMT

Friday, October 10, 2008

The internationally renowned Senegalese crooner, Alioune Mbaye Nder, on Wednesday visited the offices of the Daily Observer in Bakau.

In an interview with What’s On during the visit, Alioune Mbye Nder described his Banjul visit as one of his most successful trips. He saluted the organisers for hosting such a powerful programme.

According to him, the turnout was positive. He particularly lauded the concert played for children noting that children are the future leaders of tomorrow and need to be nurtured.

The Mbalax star hailed the work of the Daily Observer in the promotion of the music industry.

“I am happy with the Daily Observer. You have participated greatly to the development of this country,” the visibly pleased singer stated.

The Amnesty International ambassador for women further assured his fans of his readiness to always come to The Gambia to perform. He also revealed his willingness to fight against all forms of violence and discrimination against women in the world.

As an ambassador of children, peace, and Senegalese students, the Senegalese star highlighted the messages of peace sent to the people during his recent concerts.

He then acknowledged the audience granted to him by President Jammeh, describing the Gambian leader as a true Pan-Africanist. “I like President Jammeh. I definitely love him. We have been meeting on several occasions but only on ceremonial grounds, but this audience was special and I definitely appreciate it,” he said.

He also thanked President Jammeh , most especially for the ‘special gold Kora’ given to him by the president.

According to him, President Jammeh can be the leader of Africa. He noted that under his leadership, The Gambia will be better transformed.

He also took time to dilate on the cordial relations between The Gambia and Senegal and called for more African integration..

Ansumana Jammeh, executive director of JFP, who accompanied the musician, described the JFP program as successful. According to him, everything went well, and the turnout was impressive.

“Hopefully, we will organise another big event very soon. We organised one in the past but it was not as big as this one. The past dinner was an exceptionally spectacular one,” he said.

Author: by Kojo and Alhagie Jobe

Nollywood stars in town

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:55:29 GMT

Thursday, July 24, 2008

Three Nollywood stars, on Tuesday, arrived in The Gambia for a mega concert to be held at the Seaview Garden Hotel in Kololi.

The visiting actors and actress are Nkem Owoh (alias Ozofia), Patient Ozokwo fondly call Mama Gii and Francis Duru.

The team of actors and actress were received at the Banjul International Airport by their Gambian representatives Dr Wilcok and Saul Jagne, president of the up-coming Association of Gambian Artists (Actors).

Shortly after landing, Nkem Owoh expressed delight at the warm welcome accorded to them.

He added that they are fully committed to expanding the movie industry to other parts of Africa and that they are trying to form a network of actors and actress so that they can branch off to other African countries.

According to him, they have started with Nollywood. “This is part of the things that have brought us to The Gambia to see how we can bring up the movie industry to the country and am glad that Gambians are coming up and have shown interest in the industry,” said NKem.

The famous Nigerian actor expressed his desire to help uplift the movie industry in The Gambia noting that they are willing to listen to those interested in the film industry during their stay in the country. He added; “creativity is not something that academics can bring. We want to see Gambians also excelling in the film industry, let them come up with plans and we come in to help them.

Mama Gii, another actor said Nigeria’s film industry is very advanced now. “So let Gambians show us the way, we will give them the necessary support. I have come to put life into our women, and I want to tell you, my colleagues in The Gambia, that no African country is small, you don’t measure the country by the number of people living there, but what they are capable of.

The most important thing in the movie industry is the heart or desire to learn and the ability to know what your capabilities are,” said Mama Gii.

For Francis Duru, the visit is geared towards strengthening the incredible relationship between the two countries. “It is only when we have this kind of bilateral relation that we can exhange ideas and lot of things can come in that,” he said.

Author: by Musa Ndow

Bharatnatyam - A Classical Indian Musicians Raised Concert

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 05:25:14 GMT

Friday, June 27, 2008

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations and The High Commission of India to The Gambia in association with the Indian community in The Gambia last Saturday presented an evening of classical Indian dance performed by Padmashri Saroja Vaidyanatham, Ganesa Natyalaya, at Jaama Hall entertainment Centre in Kairaba Hotel.

The young and larger-than- life Indian musical team, which performed live, was very popular for their authentic cultural lyrics and wearing typical Indian costumes.

Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest dance forms of India. It was documented as a performing art in the 19th century by the Tanjore Quartet, whose musical compositions for dance form the bulk of the Bharatanatyam repertoire even today. The art was handed down as a living tradition through generations under the Devadasi system under which women were dedicated to temples to serve a particular deity as dancers and musicians forming part of the elaborate rituals. The revival of Bharatanatyam by pioneers such as Ekrishna Lyer and Rukmini Devi Arundale brought the dance out of the temple precincts and onto the proscenium stage though it retained its essentially devotional character.

Speaking shortly after the programme, The Secretary of State for Communication, Information and Technology, Fatim Badjie, thanked the Indian Council for Cultural Relations and the High Commission of Indian to The Gambia, for the wonderful performance by the Indian Musical group in showing Indian Culture. SOS Badjie said this would motivate The Gambian artists to do the same. Certificates were awarded to the Indian Musical Team witnessed by the audience and by ‘Entertainment’.

Author: By Njie Baldeh

The king of fire in town warms up for mega concert

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:20:10 GMT

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Friday, May 09, 2008

Clifton George Bailey III widely known by his music sobriquet as Capleton, Jamaica’s most respected dancehall artiste on Tuesday landed on the tarmac of the Banjul International Airport ahead of his first concert on African soil. The much talked about concert will be held at Independence Stadium in Bakau on Saturday May 10, from 5pm to 6am.

Capleton aka the King of Fire was accompanied by two other renowned Jamaican artistes namely Jah Thunder and Culture Knox. He will be backed by David House Crew from St Marys in Jamaica .

The world renowned Jamaican dancehall star was received at the airport by the top brass of the Vybz Victimz, who are the sole organisers, amid thousands of youth who later escorted him through the streets of the Greater Banjul Area to his Ocean Bay Hotel in Bakau.

In a chat with What’s On , Eku PL Grant, deputy chief executive officer (CEO) who also doubles as Vybz Victimz Productions Public Relations Officer, said his productions company was established 10 years ago by some young dynamic like-minded people. "So the company came into being and this is the first concert we are organising in Africa. We are happy that Capleton is one of those who matters in the world music industry". He thanked Dynasty Force in Germany for the arrangement although it was financed by Vybz Victimz.

For her Part, Claudette Kamp aka Fire Mama,#the managress of Capleton expressed delight about the tumultuous welcome accorded to Jamaican star of the moment and entourage from the airport through the streets of Serrekunda to Bakau.

According to her, she has been managing the world renowned star for six years now noting that this is their first trip to Mama Africa.

"I was so impressed with the welcome accorded to us in The Gambia. It was like his Imperial Majesty Haile Salassie’s visit to Jamaica . Another fascinating thing was the time when I heard youth singing the old tunes of Capleton . I thought people in this part of the world did not know much about Capleton,"she said.

"I want to tell Capleton’s fans that we love them dearly and respest them so much.I wish they also visit Jamaica one day" She added. The Jamaican dancehall star will stage his second concert on may 11 which will coincide with the commemoration of Bob Marley Day at Jakarlo, around Senegambia.

A brief biography

Born Clifton George Bailey III on April 13 1967, in the rural parish of St Marry. He earned his future name from friend who were so impressed with his sharp rasoning skills and they named after the most famous lawyer town.

From tender age he was a lover of the travelling systems, sneaking out nights to catch the vibes until down. But It wasn’t until he turned 18 and move to Kngstons that he was able to realise his destiny.

Author: by Sherriff Janko

Norwegian College of Dance entertains audience

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:05:34 GMT

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Friday, April 25, 2008

25 students, all from the Norwegian College of Dance, shocked an impressive audience with emotional feelings, at a concert that lasted for several hours. The occasion was held on Monday, at the Sinatra’s Bar and Restaurant in Bakau.

The concert, the 7th of its kind in the course of one year, was organized by education through culture and commnunication organization (ECCO), an organisation that educate and promotes African music and dance through culture. It has also been engaged in a wide range of developmental activities, in areas of education, sports and among others.

The concert was a joined African and Norwegian music and dance show, which featured Susu, Norwegian folkdance, Jazz dance, Wollof, contemporary, street dance, poetry (I am an African), Fula, as well as Acrobalance.

Author: by Sanna Jawara

Habib Koite opening the francophone week at Alliance

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 03:14:51 GMT

Monday, March 10, 2008

The internationally well-known Malian artist Habib Koïte and his group are opening “la semaine de la francophonie” (the francophone week) at the Alliance Franco Gambienne.

After Dakar, Ziguinchor and Kaolak he will be here for the first time in his carrer.

A concert not to be missed!

Date: Saturday, 15th March 2008
Time: 9:00 pm
Venue: Alliance Franco Gambienne, Kairaba Ave
Entrance free

Source: Wow

Reggae Night at the Alliance Franco-Gambienne

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 06:29:57 GMT

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Jupiter & Massive, a widely known Senegalese Reggae group, is stopping at the Allicance for a one night show.

After their tour through Senegal, the Alliance is proud to be the host of this famous band and is inviting the general public to come and spend a wonderful evening with good quality reggae.

Date: Saturday, 01 March 2008
Time: 10pm
Venue: Allicance Franco Gambienne, Kairaba Ave
Tickets: D100

Source: Alliance Franco Gambienne