Friday, November 14, 2008

Ten to One Promotions present: Shashamane International!


Cleveland promoters bring yet another great event to the Cleveland masses as Ten to One Promotions present from Shashamane International LIVE to the Club Center THIS Saturday, November 15th.

Shashamane International emerged in 1984 as Papa Bingi formed 'DREAD BROTHERS PROMOTIONS and SHASHAMANE INTERNATIONAL'. Shashamine International consists of Rev Dida, the late Pupa Davis, Oga Sura Mbaya, Daddy Chosh,Youthman Terry, and Ras Ken.

“We started playing out the Sound around Nairobi Kenya in Clubs like, ‘
The Starlight’, ‘Halliance’, ‘Hollywood’ and around the country promoting Reggae music”. Say founding member, Papa Bingi.

By 1985, Papa Bingi set off for Europe leaving behind the rest of the crew. Shashamane has played in countries like Germany, Holland, England, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, France and Swizerland. In 1990, Papa Bingi decided to move to New York City where he build another set. The New York crew includes; Six Killer, James Bond and Little Fox.

Currently, Shasashamane has three major bases: New York Headquarters (with Owner Papa Bingi), Denmark (with Ras Akally and Princess T)and Nairobi.

“Shashamane is a clash and juggling sound”, says Papa Bingi, “have clashed and played with Sounds like Killamanjaro, Stormforce, Love Star, King Addies, King Barka, Stereo Five, Black magic, Black Terror, Blunt Posse and many more.”

Yes, Cleveland, come and check this legendary sound THIS Saturday at the Club Center, 8800 Woodland Avenue with music by all Cleveland Sounds. Live Video and food will be in the place. See you there!

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