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Ghana Parade -NYC-

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:56:12 -0400

Young Ghanaians to do what has never been done before…. In less than one week ….the long awaited event is almost here as the first ever Ghana Day Parade will be taking place in New York City on Sunday, August 16, 2009, in the Crotona Park section of the Bronx. The Ghana Parade Council (GPC) has joined ranks with The National Council of Ghanaian Associations (NCOGA) to make an unprecedented event. This event as described by the GPC will set the foundation for Ghanaians far and near to express their cultural pride and contributions to New York City, especially in the Bronx, which has the largest population of Ghanaians in the United States. This group of young and dynamic Ghanaian professionals through their grass root efforts has been able to circumvent the bureaucracy of planning a community event by securing permits, galvanizing Ghanaian Associations from the tri-state area, vendors and the Ghanaian residents of NYC to put together this paramount event. They will showcase cultural performers and are providing some of the hottest hip-life, and high-life talent. This historic event will be attended by some of New York City’s most respected political leaders. Namely, Deputy Bronx Borough President, Ms. Aurelia Greene, Assembly Woman Vanessa L. Gibson (77th District), Assemblyman Michael Benjamin (79th District), Council member Helen Diane Foster (16th District), and the Mayor’s Office. With the continued financial support from the various Ghanaian Associations of New York, family, and friends this event is guaranteed to be a success. This is a testament to the support and commitment the elders have bestowed on the youth organizers of this historic event. GPC has done what no other Ghanaian Association has been able to do, and will continue to aspire for great things in the community. Hopefully this will inspire young Ghanaians to have passion and conviction in their planning for the Ghanaian community. GPC is asking all Ghanaians near and far to join ranks with them to make this a successful event. Bring your Ghana flags, wear your traditional clothes, and more importantly, come out that day to Crotona Park in the Bronx to show your pride and celebrate our culture. Please visit: http://www.GhanaParadeCouncil.org to donate or sponsor towards this historic event. If you would like to participate, please also visit their site for details. Released by GPC

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:52:09 -0400

BDN 'AFRICA TOUR

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:49:12 -0400

“BDN African Tour,” the groundbreaking North American national tour presented by Boogie Down Nima Productions, (www.bdnvision.org / www.hiplifemovie.com) and produced by YIST Media, is proud to announce the freshman version of their critically acclaimed annual tour. Beginning July 25, 2009 at African Night at C-PAC in Brooklyn, NY and making its way to end in Canada during on September 2009.

‘BDN African Tour” brings you Ghanaian notable Samini (formerly known as Batman). Samini will take the stage backed by the live band Daagati Band for unique versions of the songs he has made mainstays.

The 7 city run will make history again featuring a special surprise guest and the cultural performance of Samini, moving forward full steam off his incredibly successful and acclaimed “Daagati” LP.

As promised, Boogie Down Nima Productions is set to host the “BDN African Tour” featuring Samini and other hiplife artists. Ghanaians in the US should expect this and more when the energetic show topping Samini headlines the 7-city BDN African Tour featuring cities such as Los Angeles, Houston, Washington D.C., Boston/Worcester, New York City, Toronto and Montreal, Canada.

Boogie Down Nima is now adding new dates. For more information contact (718) 866-6648, bdnent@gmail.com or visit www.bdnvision.org / www.hiplifemovie.com

The show “AFRIKA” will bring together Africa’s best through a colorful and...

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:46:41 -0400

The show “AFRIKA” will bring together Africa’s best through a colorful and trendy fashion show from major African and African- American fashion designers, musical performances by Africa’s renowned music stars such as award winning 9ice from Nigeria (who performed at Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday) and cultural drumming and acrobatic performances from the Zamunda African Acrobats, Juxtapower South African dancers and Kulumele drumming and dancing ensemble from Philadelphia. Other musical performances are from Koleurs based in the U.S. The show is hosted by African movie star Van Vicker.

For tickets, visit the following:
www.fanafrik.com.

(b)For information on tickets and the event, contact:
(646) 624 1220
(973) 640 2760
(862) 596 4900
(410)905 3283

1030 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Mon - Friday 9 - 6pm, Sat. from 10am -3pm
(973) 643-8014
https://www.newarksymphonyhall.org/events.php

RED & White -June 20th NYC

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:45:11 -0400

June 20th Red & White affair at Club Haven 244 E. 51 street bet 2nd & 3rd ave, manhattan. A nite of class, elegance and sexiness. A summer special edition. There will special guests, magazine press,gifts, perfomances and sizzling red & white fashion segment.

Birthday celebration for Betty Brown a.k.a Naa Dene, Pizzy, Alicia Miller, Frank, Joyce, Alpha, Love’ & all Gemini’s & Beginning Cancers

dj spinning: hip hop, reggae, hip life,soukous, soca, old school

sponsored by www.concertcorner.com, Spyon tv & Boogie Down Nima
Ticket price: Only $20 advance, Only $25 at door…21 and older, V.I.P TABLES AVAILABLE!

Fashion segment:11pm SHARP

for tickets and info contact:

Mike 718-581-9751
Tim 917-412-6498
B. 646-423-3012
Bernice 347-261-6795
Sam 973-652-3294
Hash 718-866-6648
Juliet 516-941-6938
Spy 347-701-1678

BDN making moves in GHANA!!!

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:41:26 -0400

The Making Moves for the Global Market (MMGM) in Accra, Ghana
WAS A GREAT SUCCESS!!!

The ‘Making Moves for the Global Market (MMGM)’ music industry conference was held at the Alisa Hotel, Accra on April 16th to found ways of moving the industry forward.

The organizers of the conference Hashim Haruna of Boogie Down Nima (BDN) Productions and Yist Media, brought all sectors of the industry together.

FOR MORE PHOTOS OF BDN, REGGIE ROSKSTONE, SAMINI, and other guests
http://photos.thinkghana.com/gallery/photos/331/15422.php

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 16:40:18 -0400

Boogie Down Nima Productions & Its A London Thing EntertainmentPRESENT: the MMGM...

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 16:29:19 -0400

Boogie Down Nima Productions &
Its A London Thing Entertainment
PRESENT:

the MMGM AFTERPARTY!!!
Sat. April 18th

Music By:
DJ Ice (UK)
DJ Ronny (USA)
DJ Armani (Gh)
DJ Black (Gh)

Tickets on sale today!!! come celebrate Ghana's Freedom

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 02:07:00 -0500

(click on photo to purchase tickets)

Host: BOOGIE DOWN NIMA/ BDN
Starts: Sat., March 14, 8:00pm
Ends: Sun., March 15, 3:00am
Location: HSA BALLROOM
Street: 4 WEST 43RD STREET
City/Town: New York, NY

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Tue, 24 Feb 2009 01:57:00 -0500

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Ghana @52 Independence Day Celebration Concert in NYC with Batman Samini

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:43:00 -0500

Ghana @52 Independence Day Celebration Concert

Boogie Down Nima Productions of Bronx, New York is set to host an explosive celebration of Ghanaian music and culture inNew York City during the Ghana @52 Independence Day Celebration Concert on Saturday, March 14, 2009.

Last year hip life music enthusiasts coming from the entire East Coast were in attendance, marking it as the largest ever Ghanaian concert in U.S. history. The BDN Ghana Independence Concerts started as an afterthought at the Ghana@50 Independence Celebration about two years ago but has now become its biggest event and more than lived up to expectations last year, with the first time performances of hip life giants, Reggie Rockstone and Tic Tac. Other performing artists included VIP, Manifest, Mensa and DJ Ice of the U.K. The National Council of Ghanaian Associations of New York (NCOGA) have been very supportive in making sure that Ghanaian indigenous music is represented in the United States of America.

This year’s concert comes on the heels of last years performances by the heavy weights of hip life music. On March 14^th, 2009, history will repeat itself again.

Another “first time in America” show will feature the electrifying, highly acclaimed, long waited performance of the King of African dancehall, “Batman Samini”.

Samini Batman has just finished recording his fourth CD entitled “Dagaati” which means (Know Your Roots).” Samini Batman enchant audiences around the world with his raspy yet sultry, signature voice and dynamic performance of both old and new Hip Life and Reggae melodies.

Other Nigerian and West African acts are also expected to perform at this historic event. Ghana @ 52 Independence Concert in New York City attracts concert go-ers from nearby states such as Maryland, Virginia, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island and Washington D.C.

For more information contact Boogie Down Nima Productions (718) 866-66488 or email bdnent@gmail.com or visit www.bdnvision.org

photos of VIP in the BAY AREA!

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:15:31 -0500

photos from DJ Rasbroni here: http://flickr.com/photos/jimbosowers/sets/72157612100773476/show/

Vision In Progress & HomeGrown on the WEST COAST

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:13:24 -0500

Dec. 30th Los Angeles Preview Screening of HomeGrown: HipLife In Ghana

Q&A w/ Eli Jacobs Fantauzzi, Director
V.I.P (vision in Progress), HipLife Stars Live from Ghana
The Downtown Independent Theater
251 South Main Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
movie @ 8pm
Q&A @ 9pm

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Dec. 31st - New Years Eve Party with VIP and Awilo

You don’t want to miss this. This is a live concert featuring some of the hottest artists from Africa like Awilo and VIP, and here in the U.S. such as Daniel, NANA NYC, and Nima Vibes. Includes complimentary Champagne drinks, and DJ Nana Yaw to keep the party going all night!!! EVERYONE IS WELCOME, IT’S ABOUT UNITY!!!

Hollywood Park Casino 2ND FLOOR
3883 West Century Blvd
Inglewood, CA

$40 tickets on-line today ($50 at Door)
www.HipLifeMovie.Com (click on store

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Jan. 2nd -HELLA AFRICAN in BERKELEY with VIP live from GHANA!!!

HELLA AFRICAN (PARTY & CONCERT)
with Vision In Progress all the way from Ghana!!! (presented by HellaMad™)
Plus More Music By: Los Rakas, DJ Ras Nii, Dj Ice Water, Dj Leydis and more…
@ the Shattuck Dow Low in Berkeley!
284 Shattuck Ave,
Berkeley, CA 94704
$10 B4 11pm // $25 After (come early)

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Jan. 3rd Bay Area Preview Screening of HomeGrown: HipLife In Ghana
Q&A w/ Eli Jacobs Fantauzzi, Director
V.I.P (vision in Progress), HipLife Stars Live from Ghana
LOCATION TBA