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Zema Upcoming Shows And Events

2010

September
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ZEMA: Brazil Tour 2010 - The Gladiators With "Special Guest" Zema

Roots Empress, Zema will be back on the road with the legendary Gladiators, this time returning to Brazil. She comments, "I love the people of Brazil! They are so passionate about music and especally reggae music." You can catch the show on the following dates:

4 September Goiania – Clube Transbrasilia
6 September Florianopolis – Life Club
9 September Porto Alegre - Opiniao
10 September Fortaleza - Biruta Bar
11 September Recife - Clube Portugues
12 September Vitoria - Ilha Acustica
16 September Natal – Largo Da Rua Chile
17 September Sao Paulo – Expresso Brasil
18 September Salvador - Bahia Café Hall

"Jubilee" is Zema's latest album recorded with the Gladiators Band and is available at www.EBReggae.com, www.iTunes.com, www.Amazon.com and elsewhere.

MELCHIZEDEK MUSIC
**264 S. La Cienega Blvd., Suite 968, Beverly Hills, California 90211
**P.O. Box 5222, Kingston 6, Jamaica
+(310)572-9477; +(876)875-0546
melchmu@aol.com
www.ZemaZema.com
www.myspace.com/ZemaZema

2010

March- April
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THE GLADIATORS with Special Guest, ZEMA
SPRING TOUR 2010
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Tue

23.03

MONTPELLIER (France) -

ROCKSTORE **
Wed

24.03

TOULOUSE (France) -

LE PHARE **
Thu

25.03

MADRID (Spain) -

JOY ESLAVA
Fri

26.03

BIARRITZ (France) -

L’ATABAL
Sat

27.03

ST AVE (France) -

L’ECHONOVA
Sun

28.03

OFF PARIS Porte d’Ivry (France) -

OFF
Mon

29.03

BESANÇON (France) -

LE CYLINDRE
Tue

30.03

EVREUX (France) -

L’ABORDAGE
Wed

31.03

POITIERS (France) -

LE CONFORT MODERNE **
Thu

01.04

MARSEILLE (France) -

DOCKS DES SUD **
Fri

02.04

ROMANS/ISERE (France) -

LA MANDRAGORE **
Sat

03.04

LA FERRIERE (France) -

FEST. PAY TA TONG **
Sun

04.04

CLERMONT FERRAND (France) -

LA COOPERATIVE DE MAI **
Mon

05.04

CERGY (France) -

L’OBSERVATOIRE **
Tue

06.04

OFF IVRY SUR SEINE (France) -

OFF
Wed

07.04

IVRY SUR SEINE (France) -

LE HANGAR
Thu

08.04

CRAN MONTANA (Switzerland) -

CAPRICES FESTIVAL - LE RESERVOIR
Fri

09.04

LE CREUSOT (France)

FESTIVAL LES GIBOULEES
Sat

10.04

SALLANCHES (France) -

FEST. ROOTS DANS LA VALLEE
Sun

11.04

BRUXELLES (Belgium) -

VK CLUB
Mon

12.04

OFF LILLE (France) -

OFF
Tue

13.04

LILLE (France) -

FEST. PARADIS ARTIFICIELS
Wed

14.04

PERIGUEUX (France) -

SANS RESERVE **
Thu

15.04

BORDEAUX (France) -

KRAKATOA **
Fri

16.04

BREST (France) -

LA CARENE **
Sat

17.04

TOURS (France) -

NOUVEL ATRIUM **
Sun

18.04

TBA -
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February
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Zema will be performing as a special guest with the Galdiators for two shows in beautiful Peru on



February 19, 2010

The Gladiators with Special Guest, Zema

Voce del Sur

Lima, Peru



February 20, 2010

Israel Vibration with The Roots Radics, The Gladiators, Zema, Laguna Pai, Shiva Shanti

Inti Stage, KM100, Panamericana Sur Playa

Asia, Peru
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2009

August
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Sunday, August 9, 2009 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
LIVE INTERVIEW: Godfada will showcase and interview Zema live on WSPN 91.1 in Saratoga Springs, NY. Godfadas reggae show airs from noon to 3 p.m. on Sundays. Listen live at http://www.shoutcast.com/directory/?s=WSPN

Friday, August 14, 2009 9 p.m. Pacific Time
MARCUS GARVEY DAY CELEBRATION with Pablo Moses, Zema and Roots Covenant
World Beat Center, 2100 Park Boulevard, San Diego, California
More info: http://www.worldbeatcenter.org

Saturday and Sunday, September 5-6, 2009
LAFAYETTE REGGAE AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL with The Meditations, Groundation, Zema, Inner Visions, The Mandators and many more
Pelican Park, 4623 Moss Street, Lafayette, Louisiana
More info: http://www.lafayettereggaefest.com

July

Zema will be doing several interviews in promotion of "Jubilee." She has been called "a good interview" so tune in to the following stations to find out why!

Saturday, July 11, 3:20 pm Eastern Time
WBCZ 88.9 FM, New Jersey/Philadelphia
Listen live at http://www.Z889.org
Interview with Keith Rowe and Selector Jerry on "Sounds of the Caribbean" which airs from 2-6 pm EST.

Sunday, July 12, 12 noon Pacific Time
KCSB 91.9 FM, Santa Barbara, California
Listen live at http://www.KCSB.org
Interview with Lady J on "Positive Heights" airing 11 am to 1 pm PST.

Thursday, July 16 10:30 pm Pacific Time
KXLU 88.9 FM, Los Angeles, California
Listen live at http://www.KXLU.com
Interview with Eric Kohler sitting in for Junor Francis on "The Reggae Show" which airs from 10 pm to midnight PST.

Wednesday, July 22, 1:30 pm Eastern Time
WHUS 91.7 FM, Storrs, Connecticut
Listen live at http://www.WHUS.org
Interview with Richard Segan on his show "One World" which airs from 1 to 3 pm EST.

Sunday, July 26, 3 pm Pacific Time
KPFK 90.7 FM, Los Angeles, California
Listen live at http://www.KPFK.org
Interview with Chuck Foster on "Reggae Central" airing 3-5 pm PST.

Also thanks to Rankin Mark Patterson for his recent interview with Zema on KBCS in Seattle Washington

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June

June 5 Blue Bubble Ballroom - San Antonio, Texas (with Contra Coup; Clinton Fearon and more)
June 6 Flamingo Cantina - Austin, Texas (with Contra Coup; Clinton Fearon, Doreen Shaffer and more)
June 7 16 Taps - Wilmington, South Carolina (with Reggae Infinity)
June 19 Gray Eagle - Asheville, North Carolina (with Reggae Infinity; and Inner Visions)
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May
May 23 Cyprus Restaurant - Highlands, North Carolina (with Reggae Infinity)
May 31 Music by the Lake - Flat Rock, North Carolina (with Reggae Infinity)

MELCHIZEDEK MUSIC
JA: P.O. Box 5222/Kington 6/Jamaica
USA: 265 S. La Cienega Blvd., Suite 968/Beverly Hills/California 90211
+310/572-9477 -- melchmu@aol.com
www.ZemaZema.com -- www.myspace.com/ZemaZema

P R E S S R E L E A S E - For Immediate Release

RELEASE OF NEW CD: ZEMA WITH THE GLADIATORS BAND, "JUBILEE" - CONSCIOUS ROOTS REGGAE

Kingston, Jamaica, May 5, 2009 - Melchizedek Music is pleased to announce the release of the highly anticipated new roots reggae CD from Zema with the legendary Gladiators Band, entitled JUBILEE (MEL2060). Described as one of today's top female modern roots reggae vocalists, this roots daughter brings her soaring and engaging voice along with her years of experience as a professional musician backing internationally known reggae artists to this her sixth album.

JUBILEE was recorded in Kingston, Jamaica at Harry J's Studio where many reggae classics have been created. Now living in Kingston, Zema was able to put more time into the production of this album as well as returning to playing keyboards. Zema has been touring the world with The Gladiators for the last three years and the camaraderie they have developed is evident in the quality of the resultant music. Zema's desire as a producer was to maintain that roots, rock, reggae sound The Gladiators are notorious for. The musicians on this album include Albert Griffiths' two sons with Al Griffiths singing in combination with Zema on the tune "Warning:"
Drums: Anthony Griffiths
Bass: Bagga Walker and Andrew Campbell
Guitar: Clinton Rufus, Gallimore Sutherland and Dalton Browne
Keyboards: Veron "Keysie" Sutherland, "Bowie" McLaughlin and Zema
Percussion: Sticky Thompson and Scully Simms
Horns: David Madden, Tony Greene and Calvin "Bubbles" Cameron

Zema's music has been described as "healing music for the 21st century" by eminent reggae archivist, Roger Steffens. Her intention is to bring nurturing sustenance and spiritual empowerment to a needy world through her inspiring music. JUBILEE is a celebration of Zema's long career as one of the few trail-blazing females in the reggae genre. She again showcases her talents as singer, musician, songwriter, arranger and producer as well as her deep spirituality which are reflected in these 14 cuts of potent conscious roots reggae and dub. JUBILEE is a well-crafted and masterful release covering a wide range of material from upbeat tunes like the title track, "Jubilee," universal themes on "Power In Unity," a unique and effective cover of Bill Withers' classic "Ain't No Sunshine," to the spiritually empowering "Time of Trouble" and "Firefall." Her style of conscious reggae music brings the universal message of love, justice, racial harmony and spiritual upliftment that captivates a wide audience.

JUBILEE is available at fine sources for reggae music including Ernie B's Reggae (www.ebreggae.com, 866/496-5474 toll free wholesale/retail), Amazon.com, eBay.com, buyreggae.com; UK/Europe: Amazon.co.uk, eBay.co.uk, systemrecords.co.uk, buyreggae.de; Japan: www.kitanaka45.com, www.legendmusic.jp, and soon to be available as digital download on iTunes.com.

Zema is in the midst of her "Jubilee" Tour in the U.S. in promotion of this album. The tour started in New England and is now in progress towards the south and west coast. For artist booking contact Peter Wardle of King's Music International (western U.S.) reggaeangl@aol.com, 510/326-8445 or April Steyert (eastern U.S) at thatreggaewoman@aol.com, 828/274-1767. In the UK/Europe contact Juliet Edwards of Nurture Projects +44 07931699369 or jle2359@hotmail.com.

Please contact Melchizedek Music if you are interested in scheduling interviews. DJs interested in receiving a copy of JUBILEE for airplay, please send radio station and contact info to melchmu@aol.com.

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*******MELCHIZEDEK MUSIC*******
melchmu@aol.com
www.ZemaZema.com
myspace.com/ZemaZema
JA: PO Box 5222
Kingston 10, Jamaica
tel: +(876)460-3655
USA: 264 S. La Cienega Blvd, Suite 968
Beverly Hills, California 90211
tel: +(310)572-9477
~"Spiritually empowering roots reggae"~
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May 2009

May 2, 8:00 pm.
Boston Spring Reggae Festival 2009 - with Everton Blender, Mark Wonder and Ras Indio
Cambridge, Massachusetts
www.myspace.com/bostonspringreggaefest



The next leg of the tour will be the southeastern U.S. See www.myspace.com/ZemaZema for updates. For booking, contact April Steyert at thatreggaewoman@aol.com or (828) 274-1767.
Zema's previously released music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (ebreggae.com), Amazon.com and www.Blakamixshop.co.uk

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April
ZEMA: "JUBILEE" U.S. TOUR - NEW ENGLAND PERFORMANCES

Roots reggae songstress Zema is embarking on a U.S. tour in promotion of her soon-to-be-released album with The Gladiators Band entitled "Jubilee." The first leg of the tour will be in New England with the Dis-N-Dat Band out of Boston (myspace.com/disndatband). Prerelease copies of "Jubilee" will be available at the shows as well as Dis-N-Dat's new album "Revelation Time:"

April 4, 10:00 p.m.
The Western Front
Cambridge, Massachusetts

April 5, 8:15 p.m.
Uncle Eddie's Oceanside Tavern
Salisbury, Massachusetts

April 10, 8:00 p.m.
Baseball Tavern
Boston, Massachusetts

April 11, 8:00 p.m.
Harlow's Pub
Peterborough, New Hampsire


Zema's previously released music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (ebreggae.com), Amazon.com and www.Blakamixshop.co.uk

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March
ZEMA: CONCERT AND NEWZ

March 21, 2009
Quetzalcoatl Reggae Festival
Mexico City, Mexico
Roots Empress Zema will be appearing as a special guest with the Gladiators at the Quetzalcoatl Reggae Festival in Mexico City, Mexico. Also appearing will be Antidoping, Los Rostrillos and many more
More info: www.myspace.com/quetzalcoatl09, festivalquetzalcoatl@gmail.com

Zema is gearing up for the release of her highly anticipated new CD "Jubilee" this summer. The CD features The Gladiators Band and was recorded at Harry J's Studio in Kingston, Jamaica. Look for upcoming performances in support of the album this year. For booking contact April Steyert at thatreggaewoman@gmail.com

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August



ZEMA: NPR RADIO INTERVIEW AND CONCERT DATES:

DJ and radio personality Osei Chandler will interview Zema on his "Roots Musik Karamu" show which airs Saturday from 10 p.m. to 12 midnight EST on ETV National Public Radio in South Carolina on the following regional stations:


The following are the remaining dates for Zema's 2008 East Coast Tour (with Reggae Infinity):

August 9 5 p.m. Reggae Festival at 16 Taps Wilmington, North Carolina

August 16 9 p.m. Lambs Bread Vegan Cafe Columbia, South Carolina

August 20 5 p.m. URTV - Madame Locke Show Asheville, North Carolina
Live performance

August 22 8 p.m. Goombay Festival Asheville, North Carolina

August 23 2 p.m. Private Party Columbia, South Carolina

August 29 9 p.m. Stir Fry Cafe Johnson City, Tennessee

August 30 8 p.m. Warren Wilson College Black Mountain, North Carolina

August 31 9 p.m. Babe's Lounge Knoxville, Tennessee

Zema's recent interview with Ras Charles on his Iration Vibration show can be accessed through the following link: http://www.archive.org/details/IrationVibrationShow-7-27-08-pts.123




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July/Aug

ZEMA 2008 U.S. EAST COAST SUMMER TOUR



International roots reggae artist, Zema, returns to the U.S. for an East Coast tour this summer to hot up the area performing with Dis-N-Dat Band (www.myspace.com/disndatband) and Reggae Infinity Band (www.myspace.com/thebandvibesmessagemusic). Come check it!



DATE VENUE/CITY



7/17* Private Event -

Danvers, MA



7/18* Harper's Ferry (Pato Banton with Special Guest Zema) -

Allston, MA



7/19* Ocean State Reggae Festival -

Ninigret Park, Charlestown, RI



7/20 2 p.m. Live Radio Interview (TBC)

DJ Ras Charles "Iration Vibration”

WHRW 90.5 FM, streaming live: www.whrwfm.org -

Binghamton, NY



7/25* Arturo’s -

Eastham (Cape Cod), MA



7/26* Private Event -

Boylston, MA



7/27* Salvatore’s -

Lawrence, MA



7/31** TBA -

Blacksburg, Virginia



8/1** Stir Fry Cafe -

Johnson City, TN



8/9** Reggae Festival at 16 Taps -

Wilmington, NC



TBA** Reid Center -

Asheville, NC



8/20** Live performance on URTV 20 - “Madam Locke Show”

Asheville, NC



8/22** Goombay Afro-Caribbean Festival -

Asheville, NC



8/23** Private Party -

Columbia, SC



8/30** Warren Wilson College -

Black Mountain, NC



8/31** Babe’s Lounge -

Knoxville, TN





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April/May


ZEMA: THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA 2008 BRAZIL TOUR:

Roots reggae artist, Zema, is pleased to once again accompany the legendary Gladiators on their 2008 Tour of Brazil (www.GladiatorsBand.com)

Zema is currently working on a new album with The Gladiators entitled "Jubilee" to be release on the Melchizedek Music label in June 2008 recorded at famous Harry J's Studio in Kingston. This will be Zema's sixth album and recaptures the roots, rock, reggae vibes.

Zema's music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (www.ebreggae.com), www.Amazon.com and www.blakamixshop.co.uk. For more information, check www.ZemaZema.com

THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA 2008 TOUR DATES:

DATE CITY VENUE
April 26 Sao Paulo - (Virada Cultural) Praca Publica
April 27 Vinhedo - Aram
April 30 Rio De Janeiro - Circo Voador
May 2 Fortaleza - Barraca Biruta
May 3 Recife - Mercado Eufrazio Barbosa
May 4 Aracaju - Bar Nova Opcao
May 10 Salvador (Brasil) - Espetaculo
May 11 Brazilia - NBA









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Oct/Nov

The legendary Gladiators roots, rock reggae band is back on tour with their powerful music. Al and Anthony Griffiths (sons of founder, Albert Griffiths) along with a stellar lineup including original and long-time band members are maintaining that unique Gladiators sound and continuing to please fans world wide. They now venture out on the "Relievation" Tour of Europe. www.GladiatorsBand.com

Roots songstress, Zema, is honored to accompany the Gladiators on this tour as a special guest to perform with them. Zema's most recent album, "Overcome" on the Melchizedek Music label has several songs recorded with the Gladiators and includes a combination "Son and Daughter of Jah" with Al Griffiths. The album also includes Sly and Robbie, Abijah, Mark Wonder and showcases her talents as a singer/songwriter, musician and producer.

Zema has a new video out for "Son and Daughter of Jah," which features the Al Griffiths and the Gladiators and a cameo appearance by Albert Griffiths in St. Elizabeth. Highlighting the natural beauty of Jamaica, this video has been aired across the island.

Zema's music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (www.ebreggae.com, 866/496-5474 toll free wholesale/retail), Amazon.com and www.Blakamixshop.co.uk. For more info, please check www.ZemaZema.com.

THE GLADIATORS "RELIEVATION" TOUR OF EUROPE WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA:

Oct 12 Le Cosec - Les Mureaux (78), France
Oct 13 Whelans - Dublin, Ireland
Oct 14 L'Orange Bleue - Vitry le Francois (51), France
Oct 15 L'Exo7 - Rouen (76), France
Oct 16 Elysee Montmartre - Paris (75), France
Oct 17 Le Chaudron - Le Mee sur Seine (77), France
Oct 18 TBA - Uppsala, Sweden
Oct 19 TBA - Stockholm, Sweden
Oct 20 TBA - Copenhagen, Denmark
Oct 21 TBA - Oslo, Norway
Oct 24 Le Cargo de Nuit - Aries (13), France
Oct 25 Apolo - Barcelona, Spain
Oct 26 Le Rockstore - Montpellier (34), France
Oct 27 Salle des Fetes - Sauveterre (12), France
Oct 28 Chateau Lacour - Saint Agreve (07), France
Oct 30 Le Bikini - Toulouse (31), France
Oct 31 Krakatoa - Bordeaux (33), France
Nov 1 TBA - Royan (17), France
Nov 2 Reeds - Zurich, Switzerland
Nov 3 Festival - Nevers (58), France
Nov 4 Cooperative de Mai - Clermont Ferrand (63), France



May/June

Gladiators with Special Guest Zema Brazil 2007 Tour Dates:

May 26 - Curitiba
27 - Joinville
28 - off
29 - Rio de Janeiro
30 - Porto Alegre
31 - Belem

June 01 - Recife
02 - Fortaleza
03 - João Pessoa
04 - off
05 - ? Natal (tentative)
06 - Belo Horizonte
07 - Maceio
08 - Aracaju
09 - Salvador
10 - São Paulo


ZEMA: THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA - EUROPE AND BRAZIL MAY 2007 TOUR

The legendary Gladiators are the premier roots, rock, reggae band from Jamaica and have been on the reggae scene for the past 30 years. The Gladiators have a distinctive sound that they maintain to this day and consistently sell out shows worldwide with their high energy, conscious and powerful music. The Gladiators' founder, Albert Griffiths, has been in the process of turning the band over to his two sons he knows are capable of carrying on this musical heritage. Al Griffiths has taken over the lead vocals and his voice is virtually indistinguishable from his father's as can be heard on their latest release "Father and Sons." Anthony Griffiths is on drums setting the pace for the band. These two young reggae warriors have proven both live and in the studio that they are fully competent and are infusing a new, youthful energy and substance to carry The Gladiators' legacy into the future. They are poised and ready to spread their message to the rest of the world! Original Gladiators members, Gallimore Sutherland on rhythm guitar and background vocals and Clinton Rufus on lead guitar will grace this lineup which includes a horn section. For more information, check out http://www.gladiatorsband.com/

Roots daughter, Zema, will be performing with the Gladiators on this tour promoting her fifth and latest album, "Overcome" on the Melchizedek Music label that features The Gladiators, Sly and Robbie, Abijah, Mark Wonder and showcases her talents as a singer/songwriter, musician and producer. Zema's music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (http://www.ebreggae.com/) and Amazon.com. For more info, please check http://www.zemazema.com/.

THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA MAY 2007 TOUR DATES:

May 11 - Rennes, France: Festival Rock N Solex
May 12 - Darmstadt, Germany: SV Blau-Gelb
May 13 - Toulouse, France: Zenith De Toulouse
May 16 - Schaffhausen, Switzerland: Kammgarn
May 18 - Besancon, France: Festival Plein Air
May 19 - Bretignolles, France: Le Peuble
May 23 - Porto Alegre, Brazil: Bar Opniao
May 25 - Curitiba, Brazil: Hellooch
May 27 - Sao Paulo, Brazil: Arena Tom Maior
May 29 - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Canecao
May 31 - Salvador, Brazil: Rock in Rio
June 1 - Recife, Brazil: Praca Publica or Arena
June 2 - Fortaleza, Brazil: Metropolis




February/March 2007


THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA: FEBRUARY/MARCH 2007 U.S. WEST COAST TOUR

The legendary Gladiators are the premier roots, rock, reggae band from Jamaica and are set to embark on their first U.S. tour in many years. The Gladiators have been on the reggae scene for the past 30 years and have a distinctive sound that they maintain to this day. They consistently sell out shows worldwide and now bring their high energy, conscious and powerful music to the West Coast. The Gladiators' founder, Albert Griffiths, has been in the process of turning the band over to his two sons he knows are capable of carrying on this musical heritage. Al Griffiths has taken over the lead vocals and his voice is virtually indistinguishable from his father's as can be heard on their latest release "Father and Sons." Anthony Griffiths is on drums setting the pace for the band. These two young reggae warriors have proven both live and in the studio that they are fully competent and are infusing a new, youthful energy and substance to carry The Gladiators' legacy into the future after receiving a tremendous response touring throughout Europe, Brazil, the South Pacific and Australia to as many as 70,000 fans in some locations. They are poised and ready to spread their message to the rest of the world! Original Gladiators members, Gallimore Sutherland on rhythm guitar and background vocals and Clinton Rufus on lead guitar will grace this 10-piece lineup along with a horn section. For more information, check out http://www.gladiatorsband.com/

Roots daughter, Zema, will be performing with the Gladiators on this tour promoting her fifth and latest album, "Overcome" on the Melchizedek Music label that features The Gladiators, Sly and Robbie, Abijah, Mark Wonder and showcases her talents as a singer/songwriter, musician and producer. Since Zema now lives in Jamaica, this will be a rare opportunity for her fans to catch her in full form. Zema's music is available at Ernie B's Reggae (http://www.ebreggae.com/) and Amazon.com. For more info, please check http://www.zemazema.com/. This will be a show you do not want to miss!

THE GLADIATORS WITH SPECIAL GUEST ZEMA FEBRUARY/MARCY 2007 U.S. TOUR DATES:

Fri., Feb 16 - Tribute to the Legends at the El Foro (Tijuana's premier concert venue), 7th and Revolution in downtown Tijuana, Mexico. http://www.bobmarleydayssandiego.com/

Sun., Feb 18 - 26th Annual Ragga Muffins Festival - Long Beach Arena - 300 Ocean Blvd., Downtown Long Beach. Tickets on sate at all TicketMaster locations. http://www.raggamuffinsfestival.com/, http://www.raggamuffins.org/, 310/515-3322

Mon., Feb 19 - 26th Annual Tribute to the Reggae Legends - ipayOne Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. Tickets on sate at all TicketMaster locations. http://www.worldbeatcenter.org/, http://www.bobmarleydayssandiego.com/, 619/230-1190, 619/230-1237

Wed., Feb 21 - World Beat Center, 2100 Park Blvd., San Diego, 619/230-1190, http://www.worldbeatcenter.org/

Thurs., Feb 22 - 19 Broadway Nite Club, Fairfax, CA, 415/459-1091

Fri., Feb 23 - Santa Cruz Dayz/Annual Ragga Muffins Festival, Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - 307 Church Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060, www.santacruzdayz.com and www.raggamuffinsfestival.com or call 831-429-1325

Sat., Feb 24 - Annual Ragga Muffins Festival, The Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, 99 Grove St., San Francisco, CA 94102, 419/864-0815, http://www.raggamuffinsfestival.com/, http://www.raggamuffins.org/

Sun., Feb 25 - Caspar Inn, 14597 Caspar Rd, Caspar, CA 95420 (Mendocino County) 707/964-5565

Tues., Feb 27 - Red Fox Tavern, 415 5th St., Eureka, CA, 707/269-0282

Weds., Feb 28 - Taboo, 23 W. 6th St., Eugene, OR 541/338-8787

Thurs, March 1 - Berbatis, 231 SW Ankeny St., Portland, OR, 503/248-4579

Fri., March 2 - Night Light Lounge, Bellingham, WA (tentative)


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December 2006

Ha'aretz - major Israeli news paper article on Zema (in Hebrew)

http://www.haaretz.co.il/hasite/spages/788918.html


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November 2006

Tuesday, November 14 and Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Zema will be performing as a special guest with The Gladiators for two nights on their show at the Zappa Club in Tel Aviv, Israel
Venue: Zappa Club, Raul Vallenberg 24, Ziv Towers, Tel-Aviv, Israel
Info: 155-170 NIS www.zappa-club.co.il

Check out Ras Charles' recent interview with Zema on his "Iration Vibration" show on WHRW in New York at http://www.radio4all.net/proginfo.php?id=20083

Zema's latest CD "Overcome" and her other music is available at Amazon.com, http://www.ebreggae.com/, http://www.blakamixshop.co.uk/ and other fine sources for reggae music.


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October 2006

Saturday, October 7, 2006, 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Radio Interview on WGNU, 920 AM
Streaming live on http://www.wgnu.net/
St. Louis, Missouri
DJ and MC King C-Los has invited Zema to return for another interview before she heads for Jamaica for the next several months. King C-Los' radio show is called "Rasta Resolutions" and airs from 8-10 p.m. Pacific time (10-12 p.m. Central Time)

Sunday, October 8, 2006, 9:15 a.m. Pacific Time
Radio Interview on WHRW 90.5 FM
Streaming live at http://www.whrwfm.org/
Binghamton, New York
DJ Ras Charles Jones will be interviewing Zema on his radio show, "Iration Vibration." The show airs from 9-11 a.m. Pacific Time (12-2 p.m. Eastern Time)

Also check out Chuck Foster's review of Zema's newest release, "Overcome" in the latest edition of The Beat Magazine: "Zema is a female roots reggae singer who just seems to get better and better as the years go by. Overcome (Melchizedek) is her best release to date. . . a spiritually uplifting and empowering release."


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August 2006

Concert: Sunday, August 27, 2006, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
African Marketplace and Culture Faire
Rancho Cienega Park
5001 Rodeo Road
Los Angeles, California
Zema will be performing on the African Stage at the African Marketplace which celebrates 21 years of cultural exchange and economic development in the communities of the African Diaspora. Each year nearly 250,000 people come to experience this internationally recognized event.
Info: http://www.africanmarketplace.org/, info@AfricanMarketPlace.org, phone (323) 293-1612

Concert: Friday, September 1, 2006
Visions Bar & Grill
4263 Moss Street
Lafayette, Louisiana
Zema will appear in concert along with Fiona and Victor Essiet and the Mandators
Info: (337) 243-0031

Concert: Saturday and Sunday, September 2 and 3, 2006; 2 p.m. to midnight
Lafayette Reggae and Cultural Festival
Pelican Park
100 Softball Drive
Carencro, Louisiana
Zema will perform on both Saturday and Sunday at the 17th Annual Lafayette Reggae Festival hosted by Nigerian Chief Chris Omigie and his wife Stephanie. Other artists on the event include The Meditations, Victor Essiet and the Mandators, Fiona, Michael Black, Higher Heights and several other reggae, zydeco and jazz acts.
Info: Admission $15 at the gate, http://www.lafayettereggaefestival.com/, phone (337) 886-0572,

Radio Interview: Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 8:30 p.m.
KMFB: 92.7 FM coast/96.7 FM inland
Mendocino, California
Radio and club DJ Sister Yasmin who has been deejaying 17 years strong, will interview Zema on her radio show "Roots Revelation." The show airs from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.


ZEMA: Upcoming Media Interviews and Concerts

Sunday, August 13, 2006; 1:30 PM Pacific (3:30 Central Time)
Radio Interview on KAZI 88.7 FM, http://www.kazifm.org/
Austin, Texas
DJ and photographer Sista Irie will interview Zema on her show "Conscious Party" on KAZI, The Voice of Austin, which airs from 2 to 5 Central Time in Austin, Texas. The two are good friends so this should prove to be another interesting session!

Sunday, August 13, 2006; 4 PM Pacific Time
Radio Interview on KPFK 90.7, streaming live at http://www.kpfk.org/
Los Angeles, California
Author and DJ Chuck Foster will be interviewing Zema on his radio show "Reggae Central." The show airs from 3 to 5 PM. Request line is (818) 985-KPFK.

Sunday, August 13, 2006; 8 to 10 PM Pacific Time
Radio Interview on 91X, 91.1 FM, streaming live at http://www.91x.com/
San Diego, California
Makeda Dread, DJ, promotor, MC, and sista of many talents, will be interviewing Zema on her long-running (over 20 years) radio show "Reggae Makosa" which airs from 8 to 10 PM Pacific Time.

Saturday, August 19, 2006
Concert: Marcus Garvey Day Celebration Live Concert with Sister Carol, Zema, special guests and DJ Carlos Culture
Location: WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park, 2100 Park Blvd., San Diego, California 92101
Info: Show starts at 8:30, tickets $15 advance/$20 door available at Ticket Web. For more info, http://www.worldbeatcenter.org/, 619-230-1190


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July 2006


Sunday, July 2, 2006, 2 PM Eastern Standard Time (11 AM Pacific Time)

Radio Interview on WHRW 90.5 FM (rescheduled from last week)
Streaming live at www.whrwfm.org
Binghamton, New York

DJ Ras Charles Jones will be interviewing Zema on his radio show, "Iration Vibration". They will talk about Zema's new CD, "Overcome." Past interviews with Ras Charles and Zema have progressed into some interesting reasonings so this should be no exception!


Wednesday, July 5, 2006, 11 AM Pacific Standard Time

Radio Interview on KUCI 88.9 FM
Streaming live at www.kuci.org
Irvine, California

DJ Big Jim Snidow will conduct an interview with Zema on his radio show "Uptown Rankin" that airs in the Orange County/Los Angeles area from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. PST. Tune in!


Thursday, July 6, 2006, 3-5 PM Eastern Standard Time (12-2 PM Pacific Time)

Radio Interview on WXXE 90.5 FM
Streaming live at www.wxxe.org
Syracuse, New York
Zema is to be interviewed by DJ Ras Adam on his radio show "A Joyful Noise" which airs from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays on WXXE.

Check out the review of Zema's new release "Overcome" by Henrik Baek on the Danish Reggae and Dancehall web site "Reggae Explosion" at www.reggaexplosion.dk/us/album_reviews.php?zema-overcome


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June 2006


Zema has just returned from an enormously successful tour of Brazil with the legendary Gladiators where she was honored to perform material recorded with The Gladiators from her new CD "Overcome" including the combination with Al Griffiths, "Son and Daughter of Jah," which was very well received (www.surforeggae.com.br and click on "Fotos" to see some pictures). Look for more shows with The Gladiators and Zema in Europe this summer, a return to Brazil and wherever else Jah leads!


The following is Zema's upcoming radio interview schedule:

Friday, June 16, 2006, 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

Radio Interview on UNIQ FM
Accra, Ghana

DJ/VJ Ras Mubarak will be interviewing Zema on his radio show on UNIQ FM in Accra, Ghana. Ras Mubarak reports that Zema's "Stoned Love" video featuring Abijah has been well received on his television show in Ghana.


Sunday, June 18, 2006, 1:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (10:30 AM Pacific Time)

Radio Interview on WHRW 90.5 FM
Streaming live at www.WHRWFM.org
Binghamton, New York

DJ Ras Charles Jones will be interviewing Zema on his radio show, "Iration Vibration". They will talk about Zema's new CD, "Overcome." Past interviews with Ras Charles and Zema have progressed into some interesting reasonings so this should be no exception!


Sunday, June 18, 2006, 1:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

Radio Interview on KCSB 91.9 FM
Streming live at www.KCSB.org
Santa Barbara, California

DJ Lady J will be interviewing Zema live on her radio show "Fire Pon Rome" on KCSB 91.9 FM in Santa Barbara which airs Sundays from 1 to 3 PM. Among the topics for Lady J's always lively interviews will be Zema's hugely successful recent tour of Brazil with The Gladiators. Lady J will also be interviewing Jr. Reid at 2:15 PM PST the same afternoon. For more info, check out Lady J Media at www.myspace.com/ladyjmedia.


Monday, June 19, 2006, 11:30 Eastern Standard Time

Radio Interview on WHUS 91.7 FM
Streaming live at http://WHUS.org
Storres, Connecticut

Richard Segan, WHUS World Music Director, will be interviewing Zema on his radio show "One World Radio" at the University of Connecticut.


DJs interested in doing an interview with Zema can contact Melchizedek Music at melchmu@aol.com or +1(310)572-9477.


Tom Storr's review of "Overcome" can be read at http://www.reggaereviews.com/zema.htm. A writeup and picture on Zema's performance in Brazil is on the Reggae Festival E-Guide at http://www.bluesfestivalguide.com/rfg_eguide/archives/5-17-06.html.


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May 2006


ZEMA: BRAZIL TOUR, CONCERT AND MEDIA INTERVIEW

Zema will be touring with The Gladiators in Brazil from May 11 through 21 (see dates below) and will be performing songs recorded with The Gladiators from her new "OVERCOME" CD including "Son and Daughter of Jah" which is a combination with Al Griffiths and The Gladiators (http://www.gladiatorsband.com/)

Over the past couple of years, Albert Griffiths, founder/vocalist for The Gladiators, has been in the process of turning The Gladiators over to his two sons, Al Griffiths on lead vocals whose voice is virtually indistinguishable from his father's, and Anthony Griffiths on drums. These two young reggae warriors have proven both live and in tthe studio that they are fully competent and are infusing a new, youthful energy and substance to carry The Gladiators' legacy into the future. This can be heard on their latest album, "Father and Sons," where Albert and Al evenly share the lead vocals and Anthony covers the drums. The "new" Gladiators have already garnered tremendous response touring throughout Europe, Brazil, the South Pacific and Australia and are poised and ready to spread their message to the rest of the world!

LIVE CONCERTS:
Zema, Clinark, Poor Man Friend and United Sounds Sound System
Date: Friday, May 5, 2006
Venue: De Groene Engel
Location: Oss, Holland
Info: Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Admission is 9 euros http://www.groene-engel.nl/
Zema along with Clinark (http://www.clinark.com/) and the Poor Man Friend band (http://www.poormanfriend.com/) with United Sounds Sound System (http://www.unitedsounds.org/) will be bringing a night of serious roots reggae to Holland.

RADIO INTERVIEW:
Saturday, May 6, 2006, 6-7 p.m. (GMT/London time)
Premier Radio streaming live on the internet at http://www.premier.org.uk/; on the radio at 1305, 1314, 1332, MW; on satellite on SKY 873; on cable on NTL 886 and free view 725.
Zema will be interviewed by London radio DJ Grantly on his radio show "Straight Up" (http://www.str8up.co.uk/) to talk about Zema's new "OVERCOME" CD. The London-based show airs from 6-7 p.m. every Saturday on Premier Christian radio and is available in all formats as noted above.

THE GLADIATORS WITH ZEMA MAY 2006 BRAZIL TOUR DATES:
May 11 - Sao Luiz: Projecto Trapiche
May 12 - Belem: Trapiche Do Palmeiraco
May 13 - Forteleza: Metropolis
May 14 - Brasilia: Minas Tenis Clube
May 18 - Salvador: Rock In Rio
May 19 - Sao Paulo: Estancia Alto Da Serra
May 20 - Recife: Clube Libano
May 21 - Santos/SP: Avelinos Bar

MEDIA:
You can hear Zema's new CD, "OVERCOME," on two excellent reggae web sites. Jammin Reggae Archives at www.niceup.com/sounds.html has sound samples and you can hear the whole album streaming live in Real Audio at IReggae.com at www.ireggae.com/sounds/zemaovercome.ram. While you're there, take time to check out the rest of these top notch reggae web sites.

"OVERCOME" and Zema's other releases on CD and vinyl are available at Ernie B's reggae (http://www.ebreggae.com/), Amazon and Blakamixshop.co.uk.


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April 2006


ZEMA: CONCERT AND MEDIA INTERVIEW

Zema is currently in London promoting her new CD “OVERCOME” and recording with the Stingray Records label and studio and also with the Roots Injection Studio. Look for new UK-based music from Zema to be released soon.

In addition to a live radio interview already done with Bushman in London on The Beat FM 101.9, Zema also did a live interview along with Clinark and the Poor Man’s Friend Band on one of Holland’s premier commercial music stations FUNX 91.8 FM in Rotterdam (www.FUNX.nl).

Give thanx to the following UK radio stations for giving airplay to Zema’s OVERCOME CD in London: Station 89.9 FM, The Beat FM 101.9 FM and Sweet 89.4 FM; on Bristol on Passion 106.2 FM and European satellite radio Sky digital 884.

RADIO INTERVIEW:
Wednesday, April 26, 2006, 9:00 a.m. (Holland time)
RAZO Radio
105.2 FM, 103.8 cable, and www.razoamsterdam.nl

Zema will be interviewed live by Sista Donnalee, radio and sound system DJ (Empress Sound, http://empressound.4ya.nl/), on her radio show “Let’s Be Irie” on Radio RAZO in Amsterdam, Holland. The show airs from 6 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday mornings and 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturdays on 105.2 FM in Amsterdam, 103.8 cable and on the internet at www.razoamsterdam.nl.


LIVE CONCERT:

Zema, Clinark, Poor Man’s Friend and United Sounds Sound System
Date: Friday, May 5, 2006
Venue: De Groene Engel (www.groene-engel.nl)
Location: Oss, Holland
Info: Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Admission is 9 Euros.

Zema along with Clinark (www.Clinark.com) and the Poor Man’s Friend band (www.PoorManFriend.com) with United Sounds Sound System (www.UnitedSounds.org) will be bringing a night of serious roots reggae to Holland.


MEDIA:

Zema’s new CD, “OVERCOME” which includes Sly and Robbie and The Gladiators, has garnered a tremendous response and is a fitting forward progression from her previous “BLACK SHEEP” album. You can read the lyrics from the whole OVERCOME album which have been posted to Lois Bulow’s web site “Words of Wisdom” at http://homepage.ntlworld.com/davebulow/wow/


"OVERCOME" and Zema's other releases are available at Ernie B's reggae (www.ebreggae.com), Amazon.com and Blakamixshop.co.uk

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RELEASE OF NEW ZEMA CD: "OVERCOME" - CONSCIOUS ROOTS REGGAE

Los Angeles, California, March 28, 2006 - Melchizedek Music announces the release of Zema's highly anticipated new CD, OVERCOME (MEL2050). Described as one of today's top female modern roots reggae vocalists, this California roots daughter brings her soaring and engaging voice along with her years of experience as a professional musician backing internationally known reggae artists in this her fifth release. OVERCOME was recorded at Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston, Jamaica with some of Jamaica's finest including Sly and Robbie, The Gladiators, Horsemouth (drums), Danny Thompson (bass), Dalton Browne (guitar, background vocals), Sticky (percussion) and Obeah, Ansel Collins and Bowie on keyboards. The album is mixed by Errol Brown, Shane Brown, Sylvan Morris and Dalton Browne.

Zema's music has been described by reggae archivist, Roger Steffens, as "healing music for the 21st century." She again showcases her talents as singer, songwriter, arranger and producer as well as her deep spirituality which are reflected in these 13 cuts of potent conscious roots reggae and dub. There are three combinations on OVERCOME: the Motown classic “Stoned Love” featuring Abijah (www.AbijahMusic.com), “Son and Daughter of Jah” featuring Al Griffiths and the Gladiators (www.GladiatorsBand.com) and “Don’t Give Up” featuring Mark Wonder (www.MarkWonder.com). Mark Wonder is known as a strong presence in the studios collaborating with many other artists. We have been given a limited number of copies of his new CD BREAK THE ICE on the Redbridge Muzik label in the UK to mail out with Zema’s OVERCOME CD to those radio DJs that request it.

OVERCOME is available at fine sources for reggae music including Ernie B's Reggae (www.ebreggae.com, 866/496-5474 toll free), Amazon.com, GospelReggae.com and in the UK/Europe by Blakamix (www.Blakamixshop.co.uk).

There are music videos available to VJs for two of the tracks on OVERCOME, “Stoned Love” featuring Abijah and “Son and Daughter of Jah” featuring Al Griffiths and the Gladiators.

A portion of the proceeds from this album will go to support the Kew Park Youth Club in Kingston, Jamaica.

Please contact Melchizedek Music if you are interested in scheduling interviews, etc. For artist booking, in the U.S. contact Zion Bound Promotions 323/259-3039 or zionboundmedia@comcast.net and in the UK/Europe contact Juliet Edwards of Nurture Projects +44 07931699369 or jle2359@hotmail.com.

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UPCOMING CONCERTS, NEW RELEASE AND NEWZ (Jan. 2, 2006)

CONCERTS:
Saturday, January 14, 2006
Rebel Salute 2006 Stage Show
Port Kaiser Sports Club, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica

Zema will be performing at one of Jamaica's premier festivals, Rebel Salute, alongside Burning Spear, Third World, Inner Circle, Luciano, Tony Rebel, Gregory Isaacs, Coco Tea, Junior Kelly, Richie Stephens, Turbulance, Queen Ifrica, Queen Omega, The Tamlins, The Congos, Gyptian, Warrior King, Gentleman, Richie Spice, Tarrus Riley, Jah Mason and many, many more...
Showtime 8:00 p.m., admission $900JA presold and $1000JA at the gate.
For more info: http://www.tonyrebel.com/, 876/765-2518 or 876/934-0827

Saturday, January 21, 2006
Comfitanya Bar and Restaurant
169 Mountain View Ave.
Kingston 6, Jamaica
Zema's performance will include new material backed by the Roots Tempo Band with guest appearances.

NEW RELEASE:
Zema appears on the newly released DVD "Western Consciousness, Part 1, The Celebration of Good over Evil" which includes performances from Beres Hammond, Wayne Wonder, Bushman, Chezidek, Tarrus Riley, and Abdel Wright. The DVD is a King of Kings Production from the April 2005 Western Consciousness Stage Show at the Llandillo Cultural Center in Savannah-La-Mar Jamaica and is distributed by Island Entertainment/Ruff-Neck.

NEWS:
Zema's new album, recorded in Jamaica will be released in March 2006 and includes Sly and Robbie and The Gladiators with combinations with Abijah, Mark Wonder and Al Griffiths of The Gladiators.


Zema is currently in Kingston working on new projects and two new music videos. Zema's music is available at Ernie B's (http://www.ebreggae.com/), Amazon.com, and Blakamixshop.co.uk.
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ZEMA NEWZ: NEW WEBSITE AND NEW ALBUM (October 5, 2005)

Don't let the silence fool you - nuff tings a gwan!!

NEW DVD:
Last April, Zema was blessed to perform at the Western Consciousness Stage Show at the Llandillo Cultural Center in Westmoreland, Jamaica. Now the DVD is available as "Western Consciousness Part 1: The Celebration of Good Over Evil," and is comprised of performances by Beres Hammond, Wayne Wonder, Bushman, Chezidek, Taurus Riley, Abdel Wright and Zema. This is a King of Kings Production, and is released through Ruff Neck Island Entertainment.

NEW WEB SITE:
Melchizedek Music announces the long-awaited launch of the new Zema web site (www.ZemaZema.com). The all-new web site includes lots of new info, new pictures, and music clips including music from the forthcoming new album. Nuff respect to Bush Doktor (BushDoktor.com) and David Pablo for spearheading the project. Come sign the guest book!

NEW ALBUM IN EARLY 2006:
Zema has finished recording a new album set for release in early 2006 that was recorded primary at Bob Marley's Tuff Gong Studio in Kingston, JA, with Sly and Robbie, The Gladiators, Horsemouth, Ansel Collins and Dalton Browne and includes new combinations with Al Griffiths of the Gladiators (GladiatorsBand.com) and Mark Wonder (MarkWonder.com). The music is mixed by Errol Brown, Sylvan Morris and Dalton Browne.

Negotiations are underway for Zema to tour the U.S. with the Gladiators in 2006

Zema's music is available through Ernie B's (ebreggae.com), Amazon.com, Blakamixshop.co.uk and other fine sources for reggae music.

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U.K. MEDIA INTERVIEWS, PERFORMANCES AND NEWZ (April 5, 2005)

Zema is currently in London for a recording and promotional junket and at this time is scheduled to be working at the Blakamix, Dread UK and Studio 55 studios in London. Zema also has the following events scheduled so far:

Tuesday, April 5, 2005, 12:30 a.m. (GMT, London Time)
Radio Interview on Sweet FM, 89.4 FM, London, U.K.
Internet: Streaming live at
http://www.sweet894fm.co.uk/
Zema will be interview by selector and DJ Ras Lion on his radio show "Roots Corner" which airs on Tuesdays from 12 midnight to 7 a.m. in London on Sweet FM., London's #1 station for urban flavors. Ras Lion also has "The Revival Showcase" on Sundays 10 a.m. to mid-day.

Wednesday, April 6, 2005, 9:50 to 10:10 p.m. (London Time)
Radio Interview on Galaxy Radio 102.2 FM, Birmingham, U.K.
Internet: Streaming live at
http://www.galaxy1022.co.uk/
Zema will be interviewed by DJ Daddy Crucial on his radio show "Crucial's Reggae Jam" show which airs from 9 pm to10.30 pm Mondays through Thursdays out of Birmingham.

Thursday, April 7, 2005, Zema will perform at midnight
"House of Reggae" at the Palace Pavilion
229 Lower Clapton Road
Clapton, London (Hackney area)
Zema will be performing at the "House of Reggae" at the Palace Pavillion. Also on the bill this night are the Ruff Cut Band, Colorman and Daddy Freddie along with top reggae selectors. Doors open at 8 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Admission: 5 pounds before 10 p.m., 10 pounds after 10 p.m. Info line: 07887555897

Tuesday, April 12, 2005, 6 to 8 p.m. (GMT, London Time)
Internet radio: streaming live at http://www.lifefm.co.uk/
Zema will be interviewed by radio and club DJ Pinapple Roots on his internet radio show "Dub Life" on Life FM streaming live at http://www.lifefm.co.uk/. "Dub Life" airs every Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 12, 2005
"Club Roots" Underground at the Orleans Nite Club
259-261 Seven Sisters Road
Finsbury Park
London N4
Zema will be performing as a special guest at ClubRoots (http://www.clubroots.co.uk/) along with the African Descendents Sound System. This is a Farthers Works Promotion, all nations welcome.
Admission: 5 pounds, ladies free B4 midnight.
10:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. Info: 07747662763, 07940554341

Zema's music is available through Amazon.com, Ernie B's reggae (ebreggae.com) and in the UK and Europe through Blakamix.co.uk (Jet Star, SRD). Also check out the new Blakamix on-line reggae super store at http://www.blakamixshop.co.uk/

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RADIO INTERVIEW:
Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Time: Between Noon and 1 p.m. Pacific Standard Time
Station: KUCI 88.9 FM, Irvine, California
Internet: Streaming live at http://www.KUCI.org
Request Line: (949) 824-5824
DJ Big Jim will be interviewing Zema on his radio show, "Uptown Top Ranking" on KUCI 88.9 FM in Irvine, California to talk about Zema's upcoming trip to Jamaica. The show airs on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. PST and also streams live at www.KUCI.org. This week's show will also feature a tribute to Jacob Miller. Tune in!

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NEW RELEASES AND MEDIA COVERAGE: (March 3, 2005)
New Releases:
A new 7-inch, "Stoned Love" a dynamic combination with Abijah and Zema (7MELM001) is now out on the Melchizedek Music label. This single was recorded in Kingston at Tuff Gong and Big Ship Studios and includes Horsemouth on drums, Dalton Browne on guitar and background vocals by Yeshemabeth McGregor and Trudy Francis. "Stoned Love" has been aired on Jamaican radio including IRIE FM, ROOTS FM and HOT 102. Distribution is through Ernie B's Reggae (ebreggae.com), All Access in Jamaica and One Love Jamaica International Distribution Jamaica/Italy 1love@cwjamaica.com, www.onelovehp.com

The "Stoned Love" video for this single is now out and currently being aired on Jamaican TV including Hype TV and RE TV. Filmed in Los Angeles, Hollywood and Venice Beach, California, it includes guest appearances by Garth Dennis (formerly of Black Uhuru), the Reggae Rock band, and gorgeous Jamaican actress Sundra Oakley. Also featured in the video is Bob Marley's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The video was directed and edited by Shane Ruggieri of Fixed Earth Films and Kirk Moses. You can view the video with

Quick Time software at the following links:
31 mb size:
http://www.fixedearthfilms.com/mpgs/stonedlove.mov
smaller 13mb size:
http://www.fixedearthfilms.com/mpgs/stonedloveSMALL.mov

In addition to CD format, Zema's latest album, the critically acclaimed, "Black Sheep" (MELM2040) is now available on vinyl LP through Blakamix International (Blakamixshop.co.uk), SRD, Fat Shadow and Jet Star in the UK/Europe and Ernie B's Reggae.

Other Zema Newz:
Zema has just returned from Kingston recording new material for her next album with Sly and Robbie and The Gladiators. In spring she will be in the UK recording with the Blakamix International Label (blakamix.co.uk).

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