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June:2005 Ross


Bob Music, music group gets together

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May:2005 Alitaptap


October 2004."Waiting in vain" was the song that
sparked my interest in reggae.It was Annie Lennox
warbling soulfully in my ears. And as i hummed a few
lines of the song, i recalled the same title of the
song on the album "legend" by Marley.

I quickly changed the cd in my discman, surprisingly,
as the first notes of Marley's version hit my ears...i
fell deeply in love with reggae. And since then, ive
been in an unrelenting pursuit of finding reggae
fans,artists, and anyone who shares in the same spirit
of peace, unity, and ONE LOVE!

My trip to Cebu last February 2005 opened the doors to
my awareness with Cebu's local artists...and the
dedicated individuals who share the same passion. I
would have wanted to stay longer, but I know I still
had a lot to finish in Manila.When i do get the chance
to go back and rest my bones in the cradle of my
Reggae friends...i'll make sure i share just enough
news of what's happening with the reggae scene here.

From a newbie's point of view, i'll share with you
stories of my adventures with the bars, bands, events,
and some of the individuals who make reggae thrive in Manila.

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April:2005 Nestor


I was 3rd year high-school when I started to listen to reggae music. I like because of its Beat, Messages and How it praise the most High.

I do not have any particular song in my mind - there are so many songs with different meanings. Each suits you in every mood you have or situation.

To have a reggae party every week end and promote its messages. Not just a reggae party where everyone is just jamming to the beat but this is all about its messages. Getting them to a higher perspective than just the beat itself.

I always play reggae music not just for myself but for the neighbors to hear. I'm passing the love for this music to the children and they will continue this and pass this to generations to come.

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Mar:2005 Russel Z. Chavez Jr.


1996 when I started to listen to reggae music. My friend Nestor Cantilla invited me to listen to it. Then when I worked in Texas Fried Chicken, I meet another Rasta guy and my love for reggae has gone stronger.

1997 I had my first reggae album "Natural Mystic" and "Legend". "Redemption Song", has inspired me ever since. I do like Bob's popular songs like "Stir it up" and "No Woman No Cry".

I prefer the old Bob records but I do listen to a variety of reggae music. I'm planning to expand my reggae library, searching for good reggae music.

Well, reach out to the community and promote reggae music, not just to popularize it but to actually help the community with it.

I organized the RASTAMBAYZ in our community. Sharing my music so they can listen to rare reggae records. Most of the time I try to influence them with reggae music that inspires them to break away from their mental slavery.

23 and I run a carenderia, I plan to paint this store with the colors of life and identify itself as a reggae hang-out in my small community.

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Groups and Organizations

Mar:2005 Rastambayz


A group of out-of-school-youths in capitol. "Rastaman from Creation" - is what we live for.

Our group helps one another by selling accessories and hand-painted banners.

Now, we are preparing for an upcoming basketball league under the team "RASTAMBAYZ".

Jam with each other (sound trip) and just feel irie listen to music and being with each other.

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Featured Site

Mar:2005 Sunvibes and Rootsman 


The site was uploaded primarily to promote Filipino reggae to the world but then we've realized that the site must do more than just promote items. So by the power of Jah we added new features for the site: 1. this site will keep our brothers and sisters here and abroad updated with the reggae events. 2. come up with a resource for Filipino reggae. 3. spread peace, love and unity through forums; facilitate the exchange of song impression to help each other understand the meaning and messages of the songs. [Visit the site]